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Maximum speed limit for tractors on public roads
Seeks views on options for increasing the maximum speed limit for conventional tractors, in Great Britain.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
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This consultation seeks views on options for increasing the maximum speed limit for conventional tractors in Great Britain, following recommendations made in the Farming Regulation Taskforce Report, 2011. We would like people to comment on the balance of costs and savings and the impacts arising from change.
This consultation is discussed in the press release ‘Larger loads could boost farming production’ of 15 November 2013.
Documents
Examining the maximum speed limit for tractors on public roads: main consultation documentapplication/pdfExamining the maximum speed limit for tractors on public roads: impact assessmentapplication/pdfConsultation response summary: examining the maximum speed limit for tractors on public roadsapplication/pdf