Free K53 Code 10 Learners Exam Prep
South Africa K53 Learner's Licence Test — Code C1/C (Code 10, Heavy/Medium Rigid Vehicle)
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- •Applicants must pass an eye test at the DLTC or supply a valid optometrist or doctor's eye-test report.
- •Applicants must provide a South African ID or valid permit, proof of residence and the required photographs at booking.
Free K53 Code 10 Learners Prep Tools
100 original practice questions
Covers rules of the road, road signs and heavy-vehicle controls for the Code C1/C (Code 10) learner's test, with explanations for every option.
Heavy-vehicle focused
Vehicle controls and several rules questions are tailored to heavy and rigid vehicles, including air brakes, retarders, load rules and the 80 km/h heavy-vehicle limit.
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Free South African K53 practice questions using metric units and local terminology, with no images required to answer.
What You'll Study
11 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Chapter 1: Exam Structure, Vehicle Categories & Heavy Vehicle Operating Foundations
3 sections
Chapter 2: Core Road Rules, Speed Limits & Following Distances
4 sections
Chapter 3: Maneuvers, Intersections & Right-of-Way Rules
4 sections
Chapter 4: Stopping, Parking & Heavy Vehicle Hazard Management
4 sections
Chapter 5: Vehicle Dimensions, Load Restrictions & Equipment Requirements
3 sections
Chapter 6: Regulatory Signs — Control, Command & Reservation
4 sections
Chapter 7: Regulatory Signs — Prohibitions & Class Restrictions
4 sections
Chapter 8: Warning Signs & Traffic Signals
4 sections
Chapter 9: Road Surface Markings & Guidance Signs
3 sections
Chapter 10: Heavy Vehicle Mechanical Controls & Cockpit Instruments
4 sections
Chapter 11: Heavy Vehicle Braking Systems, Safety Checks & Roadworthiness
3 sections
K53 Code 10 Learners Exam Details
South Africa K53 Learner's Licence Test — Code C1/C (Code 10, Heavy/Medium Rigid Vehicle)
Administered by Department of Transport (RTMC / eNaTIS), South Africa
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Department of Transport (RTMC / eNaTIS), South Africa content outline
South African road law for heavy vehicles: speed limits including the 80 km/h cap for goods vehicles over 9 000 kg GVM, following distances, overtaking, lane use, gross vehicle mass, mountain and steep-descent rules, parking and right of way.
Regulatory, warning, guidance and information signs plus road markings, including signs that affect heavy vehicles such as mass and height limits, steep-gradient and runaway-truck signs, and prohibition signs.
Heavy-vehicle controls and instruments: air-brake basics, retarder and engine brake, gears and range change, differential lock, warning lights and gauges, tyres, load securing and coupling basics.
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11 Chapters
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K53 Code 10 Learners Exam FAQ
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