Prohibition signs
Width Limit (R71)

Do not enter this area if the overall width of the vehicle you are driving exceeds the width indicated on the sign.
Where
On any public road where there is a limit in the road width.
Purpose
Indicates to the driver of a vehicle that he or she shall not proceed beyond the sign unless the overall width of the vehicle, is less than the width indicated in metres, by means of a number on such sign.
Action
Do not enter this area if the overall width of the vehicle you are driving exceeds the width indicated on the sign.
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Other prohibition signs
- No U-turn, night-time (CS2)
- Speed Limit (R38)
- Mass Limit (R39)
- Axle mass limit (R40)
- Height Limit (R41)
- Length Limit (R42)
- Excessive Noise Prohibited (R43)
- Hitch-hiking prohibited (R207) (R44)