Guide to Articulated Vehicle Driving Test - Driving Services Section - For Candidates’ Attention

Sep 18, 2026

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Articulated vehicle driving test guide for candidates, outlining assessment aims and the Driving Examiner’s authority to apply judgment beyond listed scenarios. It details vehicle and site requirements, including articulated test vehicle specifications, trailer dimensions, mirror and braking systems, gearbox speed capability, and insurance/licensing conditions. It also describes testing procedures and key driving considerations such as speed control, hazard recognition, junctions, reversing and parking maneuvers, de-coupling/re-coupling, and recording driving errors.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages19

Reading Time48 min

AccessFree to download

Introduction

Part I Test Vehicle and Parking Manoeuvring Area Requirements

Specific Requirements

General Requirements

Parking Manoeuvring Area and Layout

Part II Testing Procedures & Information to Note

Basic Requirements of the Test

Documents and Papers Presented for the Test

Vision Test

Part III Points to Note on Driving for Candidates

Preparation before Moving Off

Driving Manoeuvres and Control of Speed

Part IV Others

DRIVING SERVICES SECTION Guide to Articulated Vehicle Driving Test FOR CANDIDATES’ ATTENTION: 1. The content of this guide will be updated on a timely basis. For the latest version, please visit the website [of Transport Department: www.td.gov.hk](of Transport Department: www.td.gov.hk) (Publications and Press Releases > Publications > Free Publications) . If there is any discrepancy between the hardcopy and the online version, the online version shall prevail. 2. This guide is designed for reference only, and has no legal bindings on driving test. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page INTRODUCTION 3 PART I TEST VEHICLE AND PARKING MANOEUVRING 4 AREA REQUIREMENTS Specific Requirements 4 General Requirements 4 Parking Manoeuvring Area and Layout 4 Others 5 PART II TESTING PROCEDURES & INFORMATION TO NOTE 6 Basic Requirements of the Test 6 Documents and Papers Presented for the Test 7 Vision Test 7 PART III POINTS TO NOTE ON DRIVING FOR CANDIDATES 8 Preparation before Moving Off 8 Driving Manoeuvres and Control of Speed 8 Judging Car Distance 8 Overtaking 9 Hazard Recognition 9 Roundabouts and Junctions 9 Traffic Signs / Traffic Lights / Directions of Authorized Traffic 9 Controllers Traffic Lanes 10 The Stopping Rule 10 Road Courtesy 10 Reversing and Parking Manoeuvres 10 De-Coupling and Re-Coupling Procedures 10 Oral Test relating to Safe Driving 11 Gear Changing Exercise 11 Use of Mirrors 11 PART IV OTHERS 12 Test Routes 12 Dangerous Driving / Inadequate Control 12 Methods of Recording Driving Errors 12 Test Form and Record of Result 12 Application for Driving Licence by Successful Candidates and 13 Application for a Second Test by Unsuccessful Candidates Appendix Braking System and Safe Driving 16 Introduction 16 Braking System 16 Power-assisted Braking System 16 Safety Precaution 17 The Use of Parking Brake (Handbrake) 17 Running Down Slopes 17 Use of Exhaust Brake 17 Skilful Driving 17 Supplementary Sketch 18 INTRODUCTION The articulated vehicle driving tests aim at assessing candidates’ driving ability, and ensuring that in future the candidates will drive safely and properly, acquire good traffic knowledge and give due consideration to other road users. The Driving Examiner will carry out the driving test in accordance with the contents of this Guide and will handle situations that are not described here by applying his profound experience and sound judgment in driving. PARTI TEST VEHICLE AND PARKING MANOEUVRING AREA REQUIREMENTS Specific Requirements Candidates who pass their driving tests with test vehicles which do not meet the specific requirements listed below will only be given, upon application, restricted full driving licences allowing them to drive vehicles of the same class but with permitted length that are the same as or less than those of the test vehicles: – Tractive unit: a specially designed medium goods vehicle. Length and Width of Trailer: Length – from 6.00 metres to 12.10 metres Width – not less than 2.40 metres Trailers equipped with other special accessories may also be regarded as conforming to the required standard. However, candidates should seek prior approval from the Driving Services Section of the Transport Department according to individual situation as soon as possible. If the subject trailer could meet the above requirement, it will be issued with a written approval by the Driving Services Section. General Requirements Vehicles that do not meet the following general requirements will NOT be accepted for the purpose of driving test: – (A) The test vehicle must be in good mechanical order with the steering wheel fitted to the offside and the handbrake can be easily accessed by the Driving Examiner. (B) The test vehicle must be insured to cover third party risks (including driving test purpose) . (C) The test vehicle must have a valid vehicle licence that must be displayed on

FAQs

What is the purpose of the articulated vehicle driving tests?

The tests assess candidates’ driving ability and ensure future safe and proper driving, including good traffic knowledge and consideration for other road users.

What happens if the test vehicle does not meet specific requirements?

Candidates may receive restricted full driving licences, upon application, allowing driving of vehicles of the same class with permitted length that are the same as or less than those of the test vehicles.

Which general vehicle conditions must be met for the test?

The test vehicle must be in good mechanical order, properly positioned with mirrors, insured for third-party risks, have valid vehicle licence display, include required gearbox speeds, and be equipped with an air braking system.

Sep 18, 2026

Uploaded by Elsa