Length of Road Section
The sign indicates the length of the road section to which the sign applies.
When You See This Sign
When you see the T1 plate you should first identify which main sign it is mounted under and then follow the main sign for the entire indicated stretch. Adjust your driving (e.g., speed or parking) for the whole marked stretch and look for an end sign or a change in the rules as the stretch approaches its end.
Rules & Regulations
- T1 is a supplementary sign and must never stand alone — it complements a main sign (e.g., speed limit, parking prohibition, or roadwork).
- The plate indicates the length of the stretch for which the main sign applies, measured along the road from the location of the main sign forward for the specified distance.
- If the length is given in meters, 'm' is usually written after the number; very long stretches may be given in kilometers using 'km'.
- If another sign later cancels or changes the main sign, that change applies even if the T1 plate shows a longer distance.
Tips for Drivers
- Read the main sign first and use T1 to know how long the rule applies — adjust your speed or parking behavior for the entire specified stretch.
- Do not estimate the distance visually on curves or when obstructed; rely on the rule applying along the road's length until you have passed the specified distance or see a cancellation sign.
- Watch for an end sign or another overriding sign before returning to normal driving if you're unsure whether the rule has ended.
- In roadwork or temporary restrictions, the T1 plate may be combined with orange-marked signs — be extra attentive to changes.
Common Mistakes
- Believing that T1 indicates the distance to a hazard or to the start of the rule — it shows the length of the stretch that the rule applies from the sign.
- Assuming the sign's effect continues beyond the specified distance even though it may in practice be canceled earlier by a new sign.
- Confusing T1 with other supplementary signs that indicate distance to an event (e.g., plates with arrows) — always read the symbols carefully.
Test Yourself
Road Sign: Length of Road Section
What does this sign indicate?
- A It indicates the length of the road section to which the sign applies (in meters or kilometers).
- B It shows the distance to an upcoming place where the rule begins to apply.
- C It announces that parking is prohibited during certain times.
- D It shows the direction to the nearest junction.
Exam Tip
Exam questions may try to make you confuse 'length' and 'distance to' — on the theory test it's safe to answer that T1 indicates how far the main sign applies, measured from the sign, and that it never stands alone.
Did You Know?
T1 is an established supplementary plate in the Swedish road sign register and is often used in combination with speed limits and parking regulations to clarify exactly how far a restriction extends.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can T1 be used without a main sign?
No. T1 is a supplementary plate and must not stand alone. It always complements a main sign that indicates which rule applies.
Does the number on T1 mean the rule starts at the sign or at a later location?
The rule normally starts at the place where the main sign is located and then applies for the length indicated on T1. So it shows how far the rule applies from the sign, not how far it is to the sign.
Which units are used on the T1 plate?
Meters are usually used and denoted by 'm' (e.g., 500 m). For very long stretches kilometers ('km') may be used, but that is uncommon on local roads.
What happens if a new sign changes the rule before the specified length ends?
A new or cancelling sign takes precedence and can end or change the rule earlier than the length indicated on T1. Always follow the most recent and clearest signs you pass.
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