Vehicles Exceeding Mass Only road sign (R102)

The Vehicles Exceeding Mass Only road sign (R102) is a regulatory command sign used to direct heavy vehicles above a stated mass to use a specific lane, roadway, or portion of a road.

Purpose and function

This sign separates heavier vehicles from general traffic where required, improving safety, preserving road infrastructure, and supporting more predictable traffic flow on routes with heavy vehicle controls.

Typical applications

• Freight corridors and routes with heavy vehicle controls
• Approaches to bridges, narrow structures, or restricted road sections
• Locations where authorities require heavy vehicle lane allocation

Temporary alternative

• Temporary Vehicles Exceeding Mass Only road sign (TR102)

Commonly used with

• Axle Mass Load Limit road sign (R203)
• Mass Limit road sign (R202)

Materials and ordering notes

• 1.2 mm Chromadek steel with Class 1 retro reflective sign face
• Poles, clamps, nuts and bolts are not included
• Please confirm stock availability when ordering road signs
• Remember to order the correct size clamps for the poles you will be using if ordering unistruts on your road signs

Compliance

R102 forms part of the R100 Series command road signs.