Traffic signs: so simple and so complex. All traffic signs of the Russian Federation The movement of vehicles with dangerous goods is prohibited
All traffic signs are divided into eight groups, each of which serves to convey certain information to the driver. This article discusses in detail the features of each type of sign, as well as their main functions.
Groups of road signs
All signs used on the territory of the Russian Federation are divided into the following groups:
- warning signs;
- priority signs;
- prohibition signs;
- prescriptive signs;
- signs of special regulations;
- information signs;
- service marks;
- additional information signs.
Each group of road signs has its own shape and color tone. In addition, all plates have a digital identifier. The first number indicates the group, the second the number within the group, and the third the species.
Each group serves to convey to the driver any information or a prohibition on movement.
Classification of road signs- warning signs
Distinctive features of such signs are triangular plates, a white background on which symbols are written in black paint, and a red border.
According to the rules, a warning sign is placed 50 or 100 meters before the danger zone in urban or rural areas, and 150-300 meters on roads outside populated areas. If it is not possible to install a sign at the required distance, the distance to the dangerous area in meters is indicated at the bottom of the sign. Such road signs, as a rule, have a triangular shape, so it is almost impossible to confuse them.
Warning signs are installed in rectangular and cross-shaped shapes. Their installation is determined by separate rules and regulations. Thus, signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.9, 1.10 and some others are placed exclusively outside cities and villages. The minimum reporting distance regarding the danger zone is 50 meters. Plates 1.23 and 1.25 are installed directly at the emergency site.
Warning signs 1.7, 1.17, 1.22 indicate that there is no roundabout or pedestrian crossing further along the route. They are additionally accompanied by signs from other groups.
What kind of road signs are there? from the group of priority signs
Priority signs indicate a certain one, which is considered the main one relative to other traffic trajectories. You usually see such signs at intersections and other similar areas with heavy traffic. Regulatory signs may also be placed on narrow roads.
The sign “Traffic without stopping is prohibited” is most often found near railways and barriers to prevent accidents with trains.
In some cases, on the road you can see a regulatory sign and a traffic light, or a sign and a traffic controller. In this case, priority is given to traffic lights or traffic controllers/traffic police officers. Be careful under such circumstances. Only if the traffic light is turned off, you need to follow the sign.
Types of traffic signs- prohibition signs
As one could understand from the name of the group, prohibition signs notify the driver that movement is prohibited.
In turn, such signs are divided into prohibitory and restrictive. In the first case, travel is strictly prohibited, and in the second, it is allowed to continue driving, but with the utmost caution.
Prohibition signs are always round, with a white background on which a specific design is applied in black paint. The exception is four plates with a blue background. In addition, there are four black and white signs that allow previously prohibited traffic.
The signs of this group are the most difficult to learn: for prohibitory and restrictive signs, some exceptions have been introduced that apply to specific types of transport. In addition, it is difficult to navigate the territory of operation of a particular sign.
- The first exception applies to drivers who have turned on special signals and red-blue lights and are performing some kind of official mission. In this case, any prohibiting sign can be ignored.
- Signs 16, 3.17.1, 3.17.2, 3.17.3, 3.20, 3.24 are mandatory for all motorists.
- The presence of signs 1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.18.1, 3.18.2, 3.19, 3.27 does not apply to minibuses.
- Signs 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8, 3.28, 3.29, 3.30 can be ignored by postal vehicles.
- Plates numbered 3.2, 3.3, 3.28, 3.29, 3.30 can be ignored by drivers transporting disabled people of the first and second groups.
- Employees of factories and enterprises located in the area of the sign, as well as drivers transporting passengers who live in this area, have the right to ignore signs 3.2, 3.3, 3.5, 3.6, 3.7, 3.8.
- Taxi drivers with an activated meter can ignore signs 3.28, 3.29 and 3.30.
- Table 3.26 allows you to honk your horn to prevent an accident.
- And the last exception - sign 3.20 allows you to pass a car that cannot reach a speed of more than 30 kilometers per hour, as well as a motorcycle, bicycle or cart.
It is often difficult to figure out where the effect of a particular sign ends. To do this, learn four rules.
- Specific signs cease to operate before the first intersection.
- If a certain sign is installed in a city or rural area, then its effect ceases outside the territory of the populated area. Outside a city or village there is always a crossed out sign with the name of the locality.
- The coverage area may be indicated on the sign itself.
- Sign 3.31 cancels all previous ones.
Types of road signs- instructions signs
Such signs apply to absolutely everyone. They can indicate the direction in which movement is allowed to continue, the maximum direction, or the route for special vehicles to travel. In addition, mandatory signs may allow pedestrians or cyclists to proceed.
Almost all such signs are round, with a blue background and white pictograms.
Features of road signs
- Plates 4.1.1 - 4.1.6 indicate the traffic trajectory at a specific intersection.
- Signs 4.1.3, 4.1.5 and 4.1.6 have an arrow that allows movement exclusively to the left. In addition, in this place you can turn around.
- Signs 4.1.1 - 4.1.6 can be ignored by minibus and bus drivers.
8 groups of road signs
Four groups of road signs were discussed above. It remains to sort out the same number of types, namely: signs of special regulations, information signs, service signs and signs of additional information.
Categories of road signs- signs of special regulations
On some roads it is impossible to establish a generally accepted traffic norm. It is in such situations that special warning signs are used to inform drivers about special driving modes.
- Signs 5.23.1, 5.23.2, 5.24.1, 5.24.2 are placed in areas for which traffic rules for populated areas are relevant.
- Tables 5.25 and 5.26 inform about the invalidity of the rules for urban or rural areas.
- Signs 5.27, 5.29, 5.31, 5.33 apply to a specific area without exception, be it an intersection or any other road with non-standard traffic.
Group of information signs
Similar signs were created for drivers about different settlements, as well as the location of certain cities and villages.
These signs are always rectangular, and the main color may vary depending on the subgroup. For example, highway objects use a green background. A white background is used to indicate objects within a certain point, yellow - if roads are being repaired. Blue is used to indicate routes outside the city.
Categories of traffic signs- additional information signs
Additional signs provide more detailed information. They are additional to the main signs. Therefore, they cannot be used independently. According to the rules, no more than three plates can be attached to one sign.
If the additional sign contradicts the main one, the driver must follow the instructions of the temporary sign. Additional signs are mainly installed during renovation work.
Categories of road signs- service signs
As you might guess, such signs indicate various points, for example, car repairs or gas stations.
They are hung in the city limits near the object itself, and in rural areas, or outside the city, in advance - from 400 meters to 80 kilometers.
New road signs introduced 01.2006
1. Restricted parking zone signs.They will be installed on sections of roads with parking restrictions. The sign on the right indicates zone cancellation.
2. Signs “Zone with maximum speed restrictions.”
They are installed within the boundaries of the site on which they operate.
3. Pedestrian zone signs
indicate areas where only pedestrian traffic is allowed.
4. “Regulated parking zone” signs
indicate the method of parking and the duration of the sign.
5. “Settlement” signs
will tell the driver that he/t/dorogi_rossii/ needs to reduce the speed to 60 km/h.
6. Sign “Direction of turn”
will indicate the detour direction.
7. “Harness” sign
stands for speed bump.
8. Congestion sign
will warn drivers about traffic jams.
9. “Dangerous Roadside” sign
They will put it where it is better not to leave the road.
10. Sign “Intersection with a secondary road”
will help you find the lane.
11. Sign “Turn right (left)”
will indicate the direction of movement.
12. “Control” sign
will appear at police posts, entrances to border and closed areas, as well as on toll roads. A stop is required!
13. Beach or Pool Sign
will indicate where you can refresh yourself.
14. Sign “Radio communication zone with emergency services”
will tell you which radio channel owners of portable civilian radio stations should switch to.
15. Sign “Reception area of a radio station transmitting traffic information”
If you have a shortwave radio station installed in your car, then to communicate you need to switch to the specified frequency.
16. Sign “General maximum speed limits”
will appear at all entrances to Russia and will inform visitors about speed limits on our roads.
17. Plates “Type of route vehicle”
will be installed at “intercept” parking lots and will tell drivers where to go next.
warning signs
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Warning signs inform drivers that they are approaching a dangerous section of the road, driving along which requires taking measures appropriate to the situation. |
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Designation of a crossing not equipped with a barrier |
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"Dangerous bend" |
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"Dangerous Turns" |
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"Rotation direction" |
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Warning signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.5 - 1.33 outside populated areas are installed at a distance of 150 - 300 m, in populated areas - at a distance of 50 - 100 m before the start of the dangerous section. If necessary, signs can be installed at a different distance, which in this case is indicated on plate 8.1.1. Signs 1.13 and 1.14 can be installed without plate 8.1.1 immediately before the start of a descent or ascent, if the descents and ascents follow one another. Sign 1.25 when carrying out short-term work on the roadway can be installed without sign 8.1.1 at a distance of 10 - 15 m from the work site. Sign 1.32 is used as a temporary sign or in signs with a variable image before an intersection, from where it is possible to bypass a section of the road where a traffic jam has formed. Outside populated areas, signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.9, 1.10, 1.23 and 1.25 are repeated. The second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section. Signs 1.23 and 1.25 are also repeated in populated areas immediately at the beginning of the dangerous section. |
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Priority signs
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Priority signs establish the order of passage through intersections, intersections of roadways or narrow sections of the road. |
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"Secondary road junction" |
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Prohibition signs
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Prohibition signs introduce or remove certain traffic restrictions. |
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"No entry" |
"Movement Prohibition" |
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"Movement of mechanical |
"Truck traffic is prohibited" |
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"Motorcycles are prohibited" |
"Tractor traffic is prohibited" |
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"Driving with a trailer is prohibited" |
"The movement of horse-drawn carts is prohibited" |
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"Bicycles are prohibited" |
"No Pedestrians" |
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"Weight limit" |
"Weight limit, |
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"Height Limit" |
"Width Limit" |
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"Length Limit" |
"Minimum distance limitation" |
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"Customs" |
"Danger" |
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"Control" |
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"Right turns are prohibited" |
"Left turn prohibited" |
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"U-turn prohibited" |
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"Overtaking is prohibited" |
"End of the no-overtaking zone" |
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"Overtaking of trucks is prohibited" |
"End of the no-overtaking zone for trucks" |
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"Maximum speed limit" |
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"Sound signal prohibited" |
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"Stopping prohibited" |
"No parking" |
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When signs 3.29 and 3.30 are used simultaneously on opposite sides of the roadway, parking is permitted on both sides of the roadway from 19:00 to 21:00 (rearrangement time). |
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"The end of the zone of all restrictions" |
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The signs do not apply to: 3.2 - 3.8 - for vehicles of federal postal service organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on a blue background on the side surface, and vehicles that serve enterprises located in the designated zone, and also serve citizens or belong to citizens living or working in the designated zone . In these cases, vehicles must enter and exit the designated area at the intersection closest to their destination; 3.28 - 3.30 - on vehicles of federal postal organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on the side surface on a blue background, as well as on taxis with a taximeter turned on; 3.2, 3.3, 3.28 - 3.30 - for vehicles driven by disabled people of groups I and II or transporting such disabled people. The effect of signs 3.18.1, 3.18.2 extends to the intersection of roadways in front of which the sign is installed. The coverage area of signs 3.16, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26 - 3.30 extends from the place where the sign is installed to the nearest intersection behind it, and in populated areas, in the absence of an intersection, to the end of the populated area. The effect of the signs is not interrupted at exit points from areas adjacent to the road and at intersections (junctions) with field, forest and other secondary roads, in front of which the corresponding signs are not installed. The effect of sign 3.24, installed in front of a populated area indicated by sign 5.23.1 or 5.23.2, extends to this sign. The coverage area of signs may be reduced: |
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Mandatory signs
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"Bike Lane" |
"Footpath" |
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"Minimum speed limit" |
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Signs of special regulations
Information signs
On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed outside a populated area, a green or blue background means that traffic to the specified populated area or object will be carried out, respectively, along a motorway or other road. On signs 6.9.1, 6.9.2, 6.10.1 and 6.10.2 installed in a populated area, inserts with a green or blue background mean that movement to the specified populated area or object after leaving this populated area will be carried out accordingly according to motorway or other road; The white background of the sign means that the specified object is located in this locality. Service marks
Additional information signs (plates)
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warning signs
Warning road signs in this group inform motorists about a dangerous section of the road that requires the driver to take action. In most cases, warning signs are a triangle with a red border.
Explanations of warning road signs
1.1 Railway crossing with barrier
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Approaching a railway crossing equipped with a barrier. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation. This sign is duplicated only outside the populated area; the second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section.
1.2 Railway crossing without a barrier
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Approaching a railway crossing that is not equipped with a barrier. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation. This sign is duplicated only outside the populated area; the second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section.
1.3.1 Single track railway
Installed directly in front of railway crossings without barriers. Approaching a single-track railway crossing that is not equipped with a barrier. Drivers are warned about the presence of a single-track railroad crossing that is not equipped with a barrier. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.3.2 Multi-track railway
Installed directly in front of railway crossings without barriers. Approaching a multi-track railway crossing that is not equipped with a barrier. Drivers are warned about the presence of a railway crossing with several tracks that is not equipped with a barrier. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.4.1 - 1.4.6 Approaching a railway crossing
Additional warning about approaching a railway crossing outside populated areas. This sign can be installed simultaneously on the right and left sides of the road (the inclined red stripe is directed towards the roadway). Signs are installed:
- 1.4.1, 1.4.4 - for 150 - 300 meters
- 1.4.2, 1.4.5 - for 100 - 200 meters
- 1.4.3, 1.4.6 - for 50 - 100 meters
1.5 Intersection with tram line
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Warns of approaching an intersection with tram tracks outside the intersection or before the intersection when visibility of the tram tracks is limited (less than 50 m). When approaching such an intersection, the driver must be especially careful, since in most cases the tram has the right of way, that is, the driver must give way to the tram. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.6 Intersection of equivalent roads
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Can be equipped with a pedestrian crossing. You must give way to any vehicles approaching from the right and to pedestrians. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.7 Roundabout
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Warns when approaching a roundabout. The movement in the ring goes counterclockwise. The driver is advised to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.8 Traffic light regulation
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Warns about an intersection, pedestrian crossing or other section of the road where traffic is regulated by a traffic light. The driver is advised to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.9 Drawbridge
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Drawbridge or ferry crossing. When entering the ferry, you must follow the instructions of the ferry officer on duty, allowing vehicles leaving the ferry to pass. The driver is advised to reduce speed and assess the situation. This sign is duplicated only outside the populated area; the second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section.
1.10 Departure to the embankment
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Departure to the embankment or shore. They warn drivers about going to an embankment, river bank, or lake, where there is a danger of the vehicle sliding into the water. The driver is advised to reduce speed and assess the situation. This sign is duplicated only outside the populated area; the second sign is installed at a distance of at least 50 m before the start of the dangerous section.
1.11.1, 1.11.2 Dangerous turn
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. Curving road with a small radius or with limited visibility to the right. The driver must remember that in such areas such maneuvers as overtaking, turning around and reversing are prohibited. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.12.1, 1.12.2 Dangerous turns
They are installed in populated areas 50-100 m, outside populated areas 150-300 m before the start of the dangerous area. They warn you about approaching a section of road with two dangerous turns following each other. The driver must remember that in such areas such maneuvers as overtaking, turning around and reversing are prohibited. The driver is obliged to reduce speed and assess the situation.
1.13 Steep descent
1.14 Steep climb
The numbers indicate the slope in hundredths. Features: in case of difficult oncoming traffic, the driver moving downhill must give way.
1.15 Slippery road
A section of road with increased slipperiness of the roadway. The driver is required to reduce speed.
1.16 Rough Road
A section of road that has unevenness on the roadway (undulations, potholes, uneven junctions with bridges, etc.).
1.17 Artificial hump
Warns of artificial bumps on the road.
1.18 Gravel release
A section of road where gravel, crushed stone and the like can be thrown out from under the wheels of vehicles.
1.19 Dangerous roadside
A section of road where pulling off to the side of the road is dangerous.
1.20.1 - 1.20.3 Narrowing of the road
- 1.20.1 Narrowing of the road on both sides.
- 1.20.2 Narrowing of the road on the right side.
- 1.20.3 Narrowing of the road on the left side.
1.21 Two-way traffic
The beginning of a section of road (roadway) with oncoming traffic.
1.22 Pedestrian crossing
Approaching an unregulated pedestrian crossing.
1.23 Children
A section of road near a child care facility (school, health camp, etc.), on the roadway of which children may appear.
1.24 Intersection with a bicycle path or pedestrian path
Warns about crossing a bicycle or pedestrian path.
1.25 Road works
Warns of road works nearby.
1.26 Cattle drive
Warns that livestock may be driven nearby.
1.27 Wild animals
They warn that wild animals may run onto the road.
1.28 Falling stones
A section of road where avalanches, landslides, and falling rocks are possible.
1.29 Side wind
Warns of strong cross winds. It is necessary to reduce your speed and stay as close as possible to the center of the lane you occupy, so that in case of a rush you do not end up on the side of the road or in the oncoming lane.
1.30 Low-flying aircraft
Warns of low-flying aircraft.
1.31 Tunnel
A tunnel in which there is no artificial lighting, or a tunnel in which the visibility of the entrance portal is limited. Before entering a tunnel, you must turn on the low or high beam headlights (so that if the lighting in the tunnel is turned off, you will not find yourself in a moving car in a dark space).
1.32 Congestion
A section of road where there is a traffic jam.
1.33 Other hazards
A section of road that contains hazards that are not indicated by other warning signs.
1.34.1, 1.34.2 Direction of rotation
1.34.3 Direction of rotation
Direction of movement on a curved road of small radius with limited visibility. Direction to bypass the road section being repaired.
Priority signs
Priority signs indicate the order of passage of a particular section of the road/intersection: which of the vehicle drivers can pass first, and who must pass. In most cases, priority signs are made in a triangle (adjacent road, give way), but there are also diamond-shaped, hexagonal (STOP), round (advantage to oncoming traffic) and square (advantage to oncoming traffic).
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of each road sign.
Explanations for priority road signs
2.1 Main road
A road on which the driver has priority at intersections. Cancelled by 2.2
2.2 End of main road
Cancels sign 2.1
2.3.1 Intersection with a minor road
Warns about the proximity of intersections with secondary roads on the right and left simultaneously
2.3.2 - 2.3.7 Junction of a secondary road
- 2.3.2
- 2.3.3
- 2.3.4 Warns about the proximity of a secondary road on the right
- 2.3.5 Warns about the proximity of a secondary road on the left
- 2.3.6 Warns about the proximity of a secondary road on the right
- 2.3.7 Warns about the proximity of a secondary road on the left
2.4 Give way
The driver must give way to vehicles moving on the road being crossed, and, if there is a sign 8.13, on the main road.
2.5 Driving without stopping is prohibited
It is prohibited to drive without stopping in front of the stop line, and if there is none, in front of the edge of the intersecting roadway. The driver must give way to vehicles moving along the intersection, and if there is a sign 8.13 - along the main road. Sign 2.5 can be installed in front of a railway crossing or quarantine post. In these cases, the driver must stop in front of the stop line, and if there is no stop line, in front of the sign.
2.6 Advantage of oncoming traffic
It is prohibited to enter a narrow section of road if this may impede oncoming traffic. The driver must give way to oncoming vehicles located in a narrow area or the opposite entrance to it. If a motorcycle without a sidecar is moving towards you, and it is possible to pass it in a narrow area, then you can continue driving.
2.7 Advantage over oncoming traffic
The driver has the right to pass the narrow section of the road first.
Prohibition signs
Prohibiting traffic signs determine restrictions on the movement of certain vehicles in certain areas/traffic conditions. Almost all of them are made in a round shape with a red border (except for those that remove movement restrictions).
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of each road sign.
Explanations on prohibiting traffic signs
3.1 Entry prohibited
Entry of all vehicles in this direction is prohibited. This road sign can be seen on one-way roads, at the entrance opposite the direction of travel. Valid until the first intersection.
3.2 No movement
All vehicles are prohibited. The exception is public transport vehicles and cars that transport disabled people. Valid until the first intersection.
3.3 Motor vehicles are prohibited
The movement of motor vehicles is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.4 Truck traffic is prohibited
It is prohibited to drive trucks with a maximum permitted weight indicated on the sign (if there is no weight on the sign - no more than 3.5 tons). Valid until the first intersection.
3.5 Motorcycles are prohibited
The movement of two-wheeled motor vehicles (except mopeds) is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.6 Tractor traffic is prohibited
Tractor traffic is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.7 Driving with a trailer is prohibited
Trucks and tractors with trailers of any kind are prohibited, and towing of vehicles is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.8 The movement of horse-drawn vehicles is prohibited
The movement of horse-drawn vehicles of any type, as well as pack and riding animals is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.9 Bicycles are prohibited
Bicycles and mopeds are prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.10 Pedestrian traffic is prohibited
Pedestrian traffic is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.11 Weight limitation
The movement of vehicles (including trailers) whose total actual weight is greater than the number on the sign is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.12 Limitation of weight per vehicle axle
It is prohibited to drive vehicles whose total actual weight on any axle exceeds the number on the sign. Valid until the first intersection. For a two-axle vehicle, the front axle accounts for 1/3 of the mass, and the rear axle accounts for 2/3. If there are more than 2 axles, then the mass is distributed evenly across them.
3.13 Height limitation
The entry of any vehicle whose dimensions (with or without cargo) exceed the established height is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.14 Width limitation
The entry of any vehicle whose dimensions (with or without cargo) exceeds the established figure for width is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.15 Length limitation
The entry of any vehicle whose dimensions (with or without cargo) exceed the established length is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection.
3.16 Minimum distance limitation
Sets the minimum distance between vehicles. Valid until the first intersection or sign 3.31.
3.17.1 Customs
It is prohibited to travel without stopping at the checkpoint (customs).
3.17.2 Danger
The passage of all vehicles is prohibited due to an accident, fire, etc.
3.17.3 Control
Driving through checkpoints without stopping is prohibited.
3.18.1 Turning right is prohibited
The sign prohibits right turns and is valid until the first intersection. Only straight and left are allowed.
3.18.2 Turning left is prohibited
The sign only prohibits left turns and is valid until the first intersection. Driving straight, right and in the opposite direction is allowed.
3.19 U-turn prohibited
Turning of all vehicles is prohibited.
3.20 Overtaking is prohibited
Overtaking of all vehicles is prohibited. It is prohibited to overtake all vehicles except slow-moving vehicles, horse-drawn carts, mopeds and two-wheeled motorcycles without sidecars. Valid until the first intersection, or until signs 3.21 and 3.31.
3.21 End of no-overtaking zone
Cancels the effect of sign 3.20
3.22 Overtaking by trucks is prohibited
Overtaking of all vehicles is prohibited for vehicles with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons. Valid until the first intersection, or until signs 3.23 and 3.31. It is also prohibited to overtake single vehicles if they are moving at a speed of no more than 30 km/h. Tractors are prohibited from overtaking all vehicles except horse-drawn carts and bicycles.
3.23 End of the no-overtaking zone for trucks
Cancels the effect of sign 3.22
3.24 Maximum speed limit
It is prohibited to travel at a speed exceeding that indicated on the sign. Valid until the first intersection, or until signs 3.25 or 3.31, as well as until sign 3.24 with a different numerical value.
3.25 End of maximum speed limit zone
Cancels the effect of sign 3.24
3.26 Sound signal is prohibited
It is prohibited to sound a sound signal except in cases where it is necessary to prevent an accident. Valid until the first intersection or sign 3.31.
3.27 Stopping is prohibited
Stopping and parking of vehicles is prohibited.
3.28 Parking prohibited
Parking of all vehicles is prohibited.
3.29 Parking is prohibited on odd days of the month
Parking of all vehicles on odd days of the month is prohibited.
3.30 Parking is prohibited on even days of the month
Parking of all vehicles on even days of the month is prohibited.
3.31 End of all restrictions zone
Cancels the effect of signs 3.16, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.26-3.30
3.32 The movement of vehicles with dangerous goods is prohibited
The movement of vehicles equipped with “Dangerous Goods” identification signs is prohibited. Valid until the first intersection
3.33 The movement of vehicles with explosive and flammable cargo is prohibited
The movement of vehicles transporting explosives and products, as well as other dangerous goods subject to marking as flammable, is prohibited, except in cases of transportation of these dangerous substances and products in limited quantities, determined in the manner established by special transportation rules. Valid until the first intersection.
Mandatory signs
Mandatory traffic signs show mandatory directions of movement or allow certain categories of participants to move along the roadway or certain sections of it, and also introduce or cancel certain restrictions. They are made in a round shape with a blue background, with the exception of three rectangular signs specifically for vehicles with dangerous goods.
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of each road sign.
Explanations of mandatory traffic signs
4.1.1 Driving straight
Movement is only allowed straight ahead. It is also allowed to turn right into courtyards.
4.1.2 Driving to the right
Movement is only allowed to the right.
4.1.3 Driving left
Driving only to the left or turning is permitted unless markings or other road signs indicate otherwise.
4.1.4 Driving straight or right
Movement is only allowed straight or to the right.
4.1.5 Driving straight or left
Movement is only allowed straight ahead, to the left, and turns are also allowed unless markings or other road signs indicate otherwise.
4.1.6 Driving right or left
Driving is only allowed to the left or right, and U-turns are also permitted unless markings or other road signs indicate otherwise.
4.2.1 Avoiding obstacles on the right
Detour is allowed only on the right.
4.2.2 Avoiding obstacles on the left
Detour is allowed only on the left.
4.2.3 Avoiding obstacles on the right or left
Detour is permitted from any direction.
4.3 Circular motion
Movement in the direction indicated by the arrows is permitted.
4.4.1 Cycle path or lane for cyclists
Only bicycles and mopeds are allowed. Pedestrians can also use the bike path (if there is no sidewalk or pedestrian path).
4.4.2 End of a cycle path or cycle lane
4.5.1 Pedestrian path
Only pedestrian traffic is allowed.
- 4.5.2 Pedestrian and bicycle path with combined traffic (cycle and pedestrian path with combined traffic)
- 4.5.3 End of a pedestrian and bicycle path with combined traffic (end of a bicycle and pedestrian path with combined traffic)
- 4.5.4, 4.5.5 Pedestrian and bicycle path with traffic separation
- 4.5.6, 4.5.7 End of segregated pedestrian and cycle path (end of segregated cycle/pedestrian path)
4.6 Minimum speed limit
Driving is only permitted at the specified speed or higher (km/h).
4.7 End of minimum speed limit zone
Cancels previously introduced speed limits.
4.8.1-4.8.3 Direction of movement of vehicles with dangerous goods
The movement of vehicles equipped with “Dangerous Goods” identification signs is permitted only in the direction indicated on the sign.
- 4.8.1 - straight.
- 4.8.2 - to the right.
- 4.8.3 - to the left.
Signs of special regulations
Special regulations signs introduce or cancel certain traffic modes. As a rule, these signs are made in the form of a blue square with a white pattern. An exception is the designation of highways, populated areas, as well as individual clarifying signs of special traffic zones.
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of each road sign.
Explanations of special regulations signs
5.1 Motorway
A road on which the requirements of the Rules establishing the procedure for driving on highways apply.
5.2 End of the motorway
Cancels sign 5.1
5.3 Road for cars
A road intended for use only by cars, buses and motorcycles.
5.4 End of the road for cars
Cancels the effect of sign 5.3
5.5 One-way road
A road or carriageway along which vehicle traffic across its entire width is carried out in one direction. In the opposite direction, sign 3.1 is usually installed. Valid until signs 1.21 and 5.6.
5.6 End of a one-way road
Cancels the effect of sign 5.5
5.7.1, 5.7.2 Entering a one-way road
Entering a one-way road or carriageway
5.8 Reverse movement
The beginning of a section of road where one or more lanes may change direction to the opposite direction.
5.9 End of reverse movement
Cancels the effect of sign 5.8.
5.10 Entering a road with reverse traffic
Entering a road or carriageway with reverse traffic.
5.11.1 Road with a lane for route vehicles
A road along which route vehicles move along a specially designated lane facing the flow of vehicles.
5.11.2 Road with a lane for cyclists
A road on which the movement of cyclists and moped drivers is carried out in a specially designated lane towards the general flow of vehicles.
5.12.1 End of the road with a lane for route vehicles
Cancels the effect of sign 5.11.1
5.12.2 End of road with bicycle lane
Cancels the effect of sign 5.11.2
5.13.1, 5.13.2 Entering a road with a lane for route vehicles
5.13.3, 5.13.4 Entering a road with a lane for cyclists
5.14 Lane for route vehicles
A lane intended for the movement of only route vehicles moving in the same direction as the general flow of vehicles. The effect of the sign extends to the strip above which it is located. The effect of a sign installed on the right of the road extends to the right lane.
5.14.1 End of lane for route vehicles
Cancels the effect of sign 5.14
5.15.1 Lane directions
The number of lanes and permitted directions of movement on each of them.
5.15.2 Lane directions
Permitted lane directions.
5.15.3 Start of strip
The beginning of an additional uphill or braking lane. If the sign installed in front of the additional lane shows sign 4.6, then the driver of a vehicle who cannot continue driving in the main lane at the indicated speed or higher must change lanes to the lane located to his right.
5.15.4 Start of strip
The beginning of the middle section of a three-lane road intended for traffic in a given direction. If sign 5.15.4 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited.
5.15.5 End of lane
The end of an additional uphill lane or acceleration lane.
5.15.6 End of lane
The end of a section of the middle strip on a three-lane road intended for traffic in a given direction.
5.15.7 Lane direction
If sign 5.15.7 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited. Signs 5.15.7 with the appropriate number of arrows can be used on roads with four or more lanes.
5.15.8 Number of lanes
Indicates the number of lanes and lane modes. The driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the signs marked on the arrows.
5.16 Bus and (or) trolleybus stop location
5.17 Tram stop location
5.18 Taxi parking area
5.19.1, 5.19.2 Pedestrian crossing
- 5.19.1 If there is no marking 1.14.1 or 1.14.2 at the crossing, it is installed to the right of the road at the nearest border of the crossing.
- 5.19.2 If there is no marking at the crossing, 1.14.1 or 1.14.2 is installed to the left of the road on the far border of the crossing.
5.20 Artificial hump
Indicates the boundaries of an artificial roughness. The sign is installed at the nearest boundary of the artificial hump relative to approaching vehicles.
5.21 Residential area
The territory in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the rules of traffic in a residential area.
5.22 End of residential area
Cancels the effect of sign 5.21
5.23.1, 5.23.2 Beginning of a populated area
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas.
5.24.1, 5.24.2 End of a populated area
The place from which on a given road the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas, cease to apply.
5.25 Beginning of the settlement
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, which establish the procedure for traffic in populated areas, do not apply on this road.
5.26 End of a settlement
The end of the settlement indicated by sign 5.25
5.27 Restricted parking zone
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where parking is prohibited.
5.28 End of restricted parking zone
Cancels the effect of sign 5.27
5.29 Regulated parking zone
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins, where parking is permitted and regulated with the help of signs and markings.
5.30 End of regulated parking zone
Cancels the effect of sign 5.29
5.31 Speed limit zone
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where the maximum speed is limited.
5.32 End of speed limit zone
Cancels the effect of sign 5.31
5.33 Pedestrian zone
The place from which the territory (section of the road) begins where only pedestrian traffic is allowed.
5.34 End of the pedestrian zone
Cancels the effect of sign 5.33
Information signs
Information signs inform road users about the location of populated areas and other objects, as well as established or recommended traffic modes. Most often they are made in the form of blue rectangles
- with arrows pointing to the corresponding objects
- distance to relevant objects
- features or driving modes
An exception is bright yellow temporary obstacle avoidance signs (including those due to ongoing road works, etc.)
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of each road sign.
Explanations of traffic information signs
6.1 General maximum speed limits
General speed limits established by the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation.
The speed at which it is recommended to drive on this section of the road. The sign's coverage area extends to the nearest intersection, and when sign 6.2 is used together with a warning sign, it is determined by the length of the dangerous area.
6.3.1 Turning space
Indicates where to turn.
6.3.2 Turning area
Length of the turning area.
6.4 Parking (parking space)
This sign permits the parking of all vehicles Cars, Buses and Motorcycles.
6.5 Emergency stop lane
Emergency stop strip on a steep descent.
6.6 Underground pedestrian crossing
Indicates a place where pedestrians can safely cross the road using an underground pedestrian crossing.
6.7 Overhead pedestrian crossing
Indicates a location where pedestrians can safely cross the road using an elevated pedestrian crossing.
6.8.1 - 6.8.3 Deadlock
Indicates a section of the road where through traffic is not possible, without prohibiting traffic in the direction of the dead end.
6.9.1 Advance direction indicator
Directions to the settlements and other objects indicated on the sign. The signs may contain images of sign 6.14.1, highway symbols, airport symbols and other pictograms. The sign may contain images of other signs informing about traffic patterns. At the bottom of the sign, the distance from the location of the sign to the intersection or the beginning of the deceleration lane is indicated. The sign is also used to indicate a detour around sections of roads on which one of the prohibition signs 3.11-3.15 is installed.
6.9.2 Advance direction indicator
Direction of movement to the settlements and other objects indicated on the sign.
6.9.3 Traffic pattern
The route of movement when certain maneuvers are prohibited at an intersection or permitted directions of movement at a complex intersection.
6.10.1 Direction indicator
Driving directions to route points. Signs may indicate the distance to the objects indicated on it (km), and include symbols of a highway, airport, and others.
6.10.2 Direction indicator
Direction of movement to route points. Signs may indicate the distance to the objects indicated on it (km), and include symbols of a highway, airport, and others.
6.11 Name of the object
The name of an object other than a populated area (river, lake, pass, landmark, etc.).
6.12 Distance indicator
Distance (in kilometers) to settlements located along the route.
6.13 Kilometer sign
Distance (in kilometers) to the beginning or end of the road.
6.14.1, 6.14.2 Route number
- 6.14.1 Number assigned to the road (route).
- 6.14.2 Number and direction of the road (route).
6.15.1 - 6.15.3 Direction of movement for trucks
6.16 Stop line
The place where vehicles stop when there is a prohibiting traffic light signal (traffic controller).
6.17 Detour scheme
Route to bypass a section of road temporarily closed to traffic.
6.18.1 - 6.18.3 Detour direction
Direction to bypass a section of road temporarily closed to traffic.
6.19.1, 6.19.2 Advance indicator for changing lanes onto another carriageway
The direction to bypass a section of the roadway closed to traffic on a road with a dividing strip or the direction of movement to return to the right roadway.
6.20.1, 6.20.2 Emergency exit
Indicates the place in the tunnel where the emergency exit is located.
6.21.1, 6.21.2 Direction of movement to emergency exit
Indicates the direction to the emergency exit and the distance to it.
Service marks
The effect of all service signs, without exception, is purely informational in nature and does not oblige drivers to anything. These signs are used to inform road users about the presence of certain opportunities along their route that they can use if desired (or if necessary). The symbols and inscriptions on the signs are clear, although a little comment is still required.
Explanations of service marks
7.1 Medical aid station
7.2 Hospital
7.3 Gas station
7.4 Vehicle maintenance
7.5 Car washing
7.6 Telephone
7.7 Food station
7.8 Drinking water
7.9 Hotel or motel
7.10 Camping
7.11 Rest place
7.12 Road patrol post
7.13 Police
7.14 International road transport control point
7.15 Reception area of a radio station transmitting traffic information
A section of road where radio station broadcasts are received at the frequency indicated on the sign.
7.16 Radio communication zone with emergency services
A section of road on which a radio communication system with emergency services operates in the civilian 27 MHz band.
7.17 Pool or beach
7.18 Toilet
7.19 Emergency telephone
Indicates the location where the telephone for calling emergency services is located.
7.20 Fire extinguisher
Indicates the location of the fire extinguisher.
Additional information signs (clarification signs)
Plates, with certain exceptions, are not used separately, but always in combination with any of the main signs. Designed to expand (clarify) the operation of certain road signs.
Below under the spoiler are brief explanations of some road signs.
Explanations of additional information signs
8.1.1 Distance to object
The distance from the sign to the beginning of the dangerous section, the place where the corresponding restriction is introduced, or a certain object (place) located ahead in the direction of travel is indicated.
8.1.2 Distance to object
Indicates the distance from sign 2.4 to the intersection if sign 2.5 is installed immediately before the intersection.
8.1.3, 8.1.4 Distance to object
Indicates the distance to an object located off the road.
8.2.1 Coverage
Indicates the length of a dangerous section of the road, indicated by warning signs, or the coverage area of prohibitory and information signs.
8.2.2 - 8.2.6 Coverage
- 8.2.2 Indicates the coverage area of prohibitory signs 3.27-3.30.
- 8.2.3 Indicates the end of the coverage area of signs 3.27-3.30.
- 8.2.4 Informs drivers that they are in the coverage area of signs 3.27-3.30.
- 8.2.5, 8.2.6 Indicate the direction and coverage area of signs 3.27-3.30 when stopping or parking is prohibited along one side of the square, the facade of a building, etc.
8.3.1 - 8.3.3 Directions of action
Indicate the direction of action of signs installed in front of the intersection or the direction of movement to designated objects located directly next to the road.
8.4.1 - 8.4.8 Type of vehicle
Indicate the type of vehicle to which the sign applies:
- Plate 8.4.1 extends the sign to trucks, including those with a trailer, with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons.
- Plate 8.4.3 - for passenger cars, as well as trucks with a permissible maximum weight of up to 3.5 tons.
- Plate 8.4.8 - for vehicles equipped with “Dangerous Goods” identification signs.
8.4.9 - 8.4.14 In addition to the type of vehicle
Indicate the type of vehicle that is not covered by the sign.
8.5.1 Saturdays, Sundays and holidays
8.5.2 Working days
Indicate the days of the week during which the sign is valid.
8.5.3 Days of the week
Indicate the days of the week during which the sign is valid.
8.5.4 Duration
Indicates the time of day during which the sign is valid.
8.5.5 - 8.5.7 Duration
Indicate the days of the week and time of day during which the sign is valid.
8.6.1 - 8.6.9 Method of parking the vehicle
Indicate the method of parking the vehicle near the sidewalk and use it in conjunction with sign 6.4
Plaque 8.6.1 indicates that all vehicles must be parked on the roadway along the sidewalk.
Plates 8.6.2 - 8.6.9 indicate that the parking area is intended for cars and motorcycles, which must be parked in the manner indicated on the plate.
8.7 Parking with the engine not running
Indicates that in a parking lot marked with sign 6.4, parking of vehicles only with the engine not running is permitted.
8.8 Paid services
Indicates that services are provided for a fee only.
8.9 Limitation of parking duration
Indicates the maximum duration of a vehicle's stay in a parking lot indicated by sign 6.4.
8.10 Vehicle inspection area
Indicates that there is an overpass or inspection ditch on the site marked with sign 6.4 or 7.11.
8.11 Maximum weight limit
Indicates that the sign applies only to vehicles with a permissible maximum weight greater than that indicated on the plate.
8.12 Dangerous shoulder
Warns that going to the side of the road is dangerous due to repair work being carried out on it. Used with sign 1.25.
8.13 Main road direction
Indicates the direction of the main road at an intersection.
8.14 Traffic lane
Indicates the lane covered by a sign or traffic light.
8.15 Blind pedestrians
Indicates that the pedestrian crossing is used by the blind. Used with signs 1.22,5.19.1, 5.19.2 and traffic lights.
8.16 Wet coating
Indicates that the sign applies to the period of time when the roadway surface is wet.
8.17 Disabled people
Indicates that the effect of sign 6.4 applies only to motorized wheelchairs and cars on which “Disabled” identification signs are installed.
8.18 Except for disabled people
Indicates that the action of the signs does not apply to motorized wheelchairs and cars on which the “Disabled” identification signs are installed.
8.19 Class of dangerous goods
Indicates the number of the class (classes) of dangerous goods according to GOST 19433-88.
8.20.1, 8.20.2 Type of vehicle bogie
Used with sign 3.12. Indicates the number of adjacent axles of the vehicle, for each of which the mass indicated on the sign is the maximum permissible.
8.21.1 - 8.21.3 Type of route vehicle
Used with sign 6.4. Designate the parking area for vehicles at metro stations, bus (trolleybus) or tram stops, where a transfer to the appropriate type of transport is possible.
8.22.1 - 8.22.3 Obstacle
They indicate the obstacle and the direction to avoid it. Used with signs 4.2.1-4.2.3.
8.23 Photo and video recording
Used with signs 1.1, 1.2, 1.8, 1.22, 3.1-3.7, 3.18.1, 3.18.2, 3.19, 3.20, 3.22, 3.24, 3.27-3.30, 5.14, 5.21, 5.27 and 5.31, as well as with traffic lights. Indicates that in the coverage area of a road sign or on a given section of the road, administrative offenses can be recorded using automatic special technical means that have the functions of photography, filming and video recording, or by means of photography, filming and video recording.
8.24 The tow truck is working
Indicates that a vehicle is being detained in the area of operation of road signs 3.27-3.30.
New signs 2018
New sizes
The first innovation concerns the sizes of road signs used, including existing ones. Current GOST allows the use of signs with standard sizes from 600 to 1,200 millimeters (in diameter or per side if the sign is square, rectangular or triangular).
The new standard “in order to create a comfortable urban environment and improve visibility” recommends the use of signs of standard sizes 400 and 500 millimeters - they will be installed on roads with low speed limits and in dense buildings, and outside populated areas - on roads without paved surfaces and on single-lane roads roads. It is expected that reducing the size of the sign will not affect its readability, but will improve the appearance of the streets.
New signs
New signs prohibiting stopping and parking “are allowed to be installed perpendicular to the main road signs, including on the walls of buildings and fences.”
Thus, when choosing a place to stop and park, you will now have to not only take into account existing conditions such as even-odd days, but also inspect walls and fences for additional clarification on which part of the street the specified restrictions apply.
The sign “entry to the intersection in case of congestion is prohibited” was created for “additional visual designation” of intersections with “waffle” markings 3.34d.
Thus, this is already the third instruction in the traffic rules prohibiting driving into a clogged intersection: after all, in addition to the above two, there is also paragraph 13.2 of the traffic rules, which says exactly this, and paragraph 12.13.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses provides for a fine of 1,000 rubles for this violation.
Reverse traffic signs are intended to indicate a section of the road where traffic in any direction other than the opposite direction is prohibited.
Two such signs were introduced at once, but the scope of their application seems to be very limited - so much so that the drafters of the Standard left them without illustrations.
The “dedicated tram lane” sign, like some others, performs a duplicate function: it can be installed above dedicated tram tracks in addition to the corresponding markings.
Its use may be justified in certain areas, for example, in winter, when the markings are hidden under a layer of snow.
Three more new signs point the way traffic for public transport.
Unlike other signs like the “lane for route vehicles” and variations of exiting the road with it, which are designed to prevent “ordinary” drivers from violating traffic rules, these signs are not entirely clear, since in fact they are addressed exclusively to the drivers of the route vehicles themselves, who even without they know their daily route. In other words, all other drivers simply do not need them.
A group of signs regulating the direction of movement along a lane or lanes adds to the cohort of existing signs.
Moreover, the scope for creativity here is very wide, since the Standard “allows the free placement of arrows depending on the trajectory and number of directions of movement from the lane,” and on the arrows themselves “additional information signs can be placed.”
The next group of signs are signs indicating the beginning and end of the strip. The first, like traffic in lanes, can have different configurations and contain additional signs, and the second, unlike the signs 5.15.5 and 5.15.6 already available in the traffic rules, contain information about priority when merging traffic.
Signs informing about changing lanes onto a parallel carriageway and the end of a parallel carriageway will be installed in addition to the usual "Give Way" and "Main Road" priority signs.
Theoretically, they should simplify the life of drivers in such areas - but the priority signs on them actually duplicate existing ones, but in a smaller size, and only the scheme itself can provide new information to traffic participants. The only question is whether this information is needed to pass the section.
A combined stop sign and route indicator does not change anything in the lives of drivers.
Its purpose is only to combine in one sign the information that is currently divided into two separate ones - this will make life easier for passengers of public transport, and the sign itself does not become more difficult for road users to perceive.
Additional signs indicating a pedestrian crossing legitimize special reflective frames around an existing sign - however, only at unregulated pedestrian crossings and at crossings located in places without artificial lighting or limited visibility.
On the one hand, this is logical - but on the other, given the quality of lighting on many city streets, and in general the “painlessness” of these frames for perception and their great benefits, it would be possible to allow their use in certain areas within the city.
A couple more new signs related to pedestrian crossings indicate for drivers diagonal pedestrian crossing.
The Standard's instruction that these signs should be installed instead of "regular" Pedestrian Crossing signs gives hope that there should be no more signs before major intersections. The sign itself is effective primarily in those conditions when the zebra crossing is not visible on the road. By the way, for pedestrians, the new signs are supplemented with a special information board indicating the possibility of crossing diagonally.
A very important and theoretically useful sign for drivers introduced by the new Standard is “ give in to everyone and you can turn right».
Both the idea and its trial implementation are not new - an experiment on applying such a rule was carried out several years ago. Judging by the fact that the mark also appeared in the new preliminary Standard, the results were rather positive, and the mark has a chance of becoming permanent.
A series of signs that looks good and bad at the same time is “ direction of travel at the next intersection».
Both the good and the bad about these signs are obvious: on the one hand, they make it easier to navigate on multi-lane roads for drivers who are not familiar with them, allowing them to occupy the correct lane for driving in advance, and on the other hand, this large canvas will be installed above the “direction” signs lanes" that regulate traffic at the current intersection. That is, instead of one large block of signs above the intersection there will be two - and at least at first this will make perception difficult.
Bicycle and pedestrian zone– innovation of the preliminary Standard. The sign will be installed in areas where “only pedestrians and cyclists are permitted in cases where pedestrians and cyclists are not separated into separate flows” and “entry of vehicles is possible.”
This sign differs from the existing sign 4.5.2, which indicates a bicycle and pedestrian path with combined traffic (in particular, a complete ban on the movement of cars and the beginning and end must be marked).
A huge layer of new signs introduced by the new Standard concerns parking. Firstly, the signs " paid parking“combined the existing signs 6.4 and 8.8, and for some reason introduced two equivalent signs to indicate paid parking. Sign " disabled parking", fortunately, remained in a single version, but it was also obtained by combining sign 6.4 and 8.17.
Off-street parking now it is also indicated by its own signs - intuitive, but also duplicated.
We combined the parking sign with additional signs 8.6.1 - 8.6.9 and for signs “ parking with a vehicle stowage method" - this was done "to save space and materials." In addition, a herringbone parking structure has appeared here - and also in two equivalent variations.
Two signs now indicate parking indicating number of parking spaces.
Here the number of signs is obviously justified by the type of parking - paid or free.
But even this seemed not enough. By analogy with the above-mentioned signs prohibiting stopping and parking, new signs were introduced parking directions, which “are allowed to be installed perpendicular to the main road signs, including on the walls of buildings and fences.” In general, there are much more reasons to look around and scan walls and fences.
Well, the last part of the new preliminary Standard contains new signs of additional information - information plates. So, the sign " time limit» is installed in addition to signs regulating parking and may contain any necessary time.
The seasonality of certain characters may be indicated by the sign " months».
Under sign 6.4 “Parking (parking space)” in cases where the width of parking spaces is less than 2.25 m, there will now be a sign “ width limitation”, indicating the maximum permissible width of a car allowed to be parked - that is, owners of large cars should brush up on their knowledge by checking the exact width of their vehicle in the owner's manual.
Now, a quarter of a century after the approval of Russian traffic regulations, a “deaf pedestrians” sign appeared in them, which formed a pair with the already existing sign 8.15 “Blind pedestrians”. What is surprising is not so much the appearance of this sign, but the moment of its appearance - was there really no need for it before?
Another new sign that will appear with the introduction of the preliminary Standard is a sign with the vague name “ Vehicle type". It, paired with sign 6.4 “Parking (parking space)” will create specialized parking for tourist buses where necessary.
Practical use
For now, all these signs will be used only in three cities of federal significance: Moscow, St. Petersburg and Sevastopol. The experiment will last until November 2020, after which the traffic police will draw conclusions about whether the new system will bring more benefits or confusion.
The sign is used to prohibit the movement of vehicles whose overall height (with or without cargo) is greater than that indicated on the sign. The sign is installed in cases where the distance from the surface of the road surface to the bottom of the span of an artificial structure, utilities, etc. less than 5 m.
The height indicated on the sign should be less than the actual height by 0.2-0.4 m for utilities, and by 0.3 and 0.4 m for overpasses carrying roads and railways, respectively. The difference between the actual and indicated height may be increased depending on the smoothness of the road surface. Repeated sign 3.13 may be installed on the span of an artificial structure, and if there is a clearance gate in front of it, on the gate.
The signs are made of galvanized metal 0.8-1 mm thick, with double flanging, which provides additional rigidity to the sign body. Each sign has two attachment points in the form of “tongues”. The fastening elements are attached to the body using the puckering method, which does not distort the image of the sign and provides much higher reliability than spot welding or riveting.
A road on which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation apply, establishing the procedure for driving on highways. This road is the fastest.
Sign 5.1 is installed at the beginning of the highway, as well as after the entrances to it.
Peculiarities:
On the motorway prohibited:
1. Movement of pedestrians, pets, bicycles, mopeds, tractors and self-propelled vehicles, and other mechanical vehicles, the permitted speed of which, according to technical characteristics or their condition, is less than 40 km/h.
2. Movement of trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons, beyond the 2nd lane.
3. Stopping outside special parking areas marked with a “Parking (parking space)” or “resting place” sign.
4. Turn around and enter technological gaps in the dividing strip. Be careful in these places, vehicles with special equipment may retreat from this point. signals, as well as those equipped with an orange flashing light (road, utility, etc. vehicles).
5. Reversing.
6. Training ride.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 part 1 Driving on a highway in a vehicle whose speed, according to its technical characteristics or its condition, is less than 40 kilometers per hour, as well as stopping a vehicle on a highway outside of special parking areas
- fine 1000 rub.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 Part 2 Driving a truck with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons on a highway beyond the second lane, as well as training driving on a highway
- fine 1000 rub.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 Part 3 Turning or driving a vehicle into technological gaps in the dividing strip on a highway or driving in reverse on a highway
- fine 2500 rub.
Sign 5.3. Road for cars
A road intended for use only by cars, buses and motorcycles.
Peculiarities:
This road is subject to all the requirements of the traffic rules section “Traffic on highways”. What is prohibited on roads marked with a sign is also prohibited on roads marked with a sign 5.3.
Before the side entrances to the road marked with sign 5.3, sign 5.3 is installed with one of the signs, “Directions of Action”.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 part 1 Driving on a highway in a vehicle whose speed, according to its technical characteristics or its condition, is less than 40 kilometers per hour, as well as stopping a vehicle on a highway outside of special parking areas
- fine 1000 rub.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 Part 2 Driving a truck with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons on a highway beyond the second lane, as well as training driving on a highway
- fine 1000 rub.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.11 Part 3 Turning or driving a vehicle into technological gaps in the dividing strip on a highway or driving in reverse on a highway
- fine 2500 rub.
Sign 5.5. One way road
A road or carriageway along which the movement of motor vehicles over its entire width is carried out in one direction.
Peculiarities:
1. Sign coverage area: up to the “End of one-way road” sign.
2. Permitted directions: straight, left, right, reverse is not prohibited, except for the places listed in paragraphs , .
3. In practice, it is necessary to remember that on one-way roads, stopping and parking are allowed not only on the right side of the road, but also on the left, in the direction of movement of cars, and on such a road there must be at least two lanes for traffic.
Trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons are allowed to stop on the left side of the road only for loading and unloading cargo.
4. In cases where there are no horizontal markings dividing the roadway into the number of traffic lanes, drivers must mentally divide its width by the number of traffic lanes for the vehicles the driver is driving, and it is necessary that the mental traffic lane be sufficient for width for unhindered movement of the car.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.15 part 4 Driving in violation of traffic rules onto a lane intended for oncoming traffic, or onto tram tracks in the opposite direction, except for the cases provided for in part 3 of this article
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.15 Part 5 Repeated commission of an administrative offense under Part 4 of Art. 12.15 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation
Signs 5.7.1., 5.7.2. Entering a one-way road.
Entering a one-way road or carriageway.
Installed in front of all side exits on one-way roads.
Peculiarities:
1. The arrow indicates the direction of travel on a one-way road.
2. Crossing a one-way road is not prohibited.
3. At an intersection in front of which sign 5.7.1 is installed, turning left is prohibited. U-turn is not prohibited.
4. At an intersection in front of which sign 5.7.2 is installed, turning right is prohibited. U-turn is not prohibited.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.15 part 4 Driving in violation of traffic rules onto a lane intended for oncoming traffic, or onto tram tracks in the opposite direction, except for the cases provided for in part 3 of this article
- fine 5000 rub. or deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 4 to 6 months.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.15 Part 5 Repeated commission of an administrative offense under Part 4 of Art. 12.15 Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation
- deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 1 year.
Sign 5.8. Reverse movement
The beginning of a section of road where one or more lanes may change direction to the opposite direction.
Peculiarities:
The direction of traffic can be reversed using reversible traffic lights. Coverage area: up to the “End of reverse traffic” sign.
Sign 5.10. Entering a road with reverse traffic
The sign is used to indicate exit onto a road with reverse traffic.
It is installed in front of all side exits on such a road.
Peculiarities:
Drivers turning onto a reversible road marked 5.10 must drive in the far right lane. Changing lanes is allowed only after the driver is convinced that traffic in this direction is also permitted in other lanes.
Sign 5.11.1. Road with a lane for route vehicles
A road on which vehicles permitted to move in lanes for route vehicles move in a specially designated lane towards the general flow of vehicles
Peculiarities:
On a road with a lane for route vehicles, marked with sign 5.11.1, it is prohibited for other vehicles to move or stop in this lane.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
- Fine 1500 rubles.
Sign 5.11.2. Road with lane for cyclists
A road on which the movement of cyclists and moped drivers is carried out in a specially designated lane towards the general flow of vehicles.
Sign 5.12.2. End of the road with a lane for cyclists
The road sign is a road sign 5.11.2, the image of which is crossed out by a diagonal red stripe from the lower left corner to the upper right corner of the sign.
Signs 5.13.1., 5.13.2. Entering a road with a lane for route vehicles
Entering a road with a lane for route vehicles (sign), the movement of which is carried out along a specially designated lane towards the general flow of vehicles.
Peculiarities:
At an intersection in front of which sign 5.13.1 is installed, turning left is prohibited. U-turn is not prohibited.
At an intersection in front of which sign 5.13.2 is installed, turning right is prohibited. U-turn is not prohibited.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.17 parts 1.1 and 1.2 Movement of vehicles in the lane for route vehicles or stopping on the specified lane in violation of the Traffic Rules
- Fine 1500 rubles.
(For Moscow and St. Petersburg - 3000 rubles.)
Sign 5.13.3. Entering a road with a lane for cyclists
Sign 5.13.4. Entering a road with a lane for cyclists
Sign 5.14. Lane for route vehicles
A specially designated lane along which vehicles allowed to move in lanes for route vehicles move in the same direction as the general flow of vehicles.
Installed directly above one of the traffic lanes.
Peculiarities:
1. The effect of the sign extends to the strip above which it is located.
2. The effect of a sign installed on the right of the road extends to the right lane (the first on the right in the direction of travel).
3. On a road with a lane for route vehicles, marked with sign 5.14, it is prohibited for other vehicles to move or stop in this lane. However, when turning right, drivers must change lanes to the lane marked 5.14 and located at the right edge of the roadway, unless it is separated from the rest of the roadway by a continuous marking line.
It is allowed to enter it when entering a road with a right turn and for boarding and disembarking passengers, subject to the conditions of paragraph.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.17 parts 1.1 and 1.2 Movement of vehicles in the lane for route vehicles or stopping on the specified lane in violation of the Traffic Rules
- Fine 1500 rubles.
(For Moscow and St. Petersburg - 3000 rubles.)
Sign 5.14.1. End of lane for route vehicles
Sign 5.14.2 Lane for cyclists 5.14.3. End of the bike lane
Sign 5.15.1. Driving directions by lanes
The number of lanes and permitted directions of movement for each of them.
Peculiarities:
Sign 5.15.2. Driving directions by lanes
Permitted lane directions.
Peculiarities:
Signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2, which permit a left turn from the extreme left lane, also permit a U-turn from this lane.
Signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 do not apply to route vehicles.
The effect of signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 installed in front of the intersection applies to the entire intersection, unless other signs 5.15.1 and 5.15.2 installed on it give other instructions.
Sign 5.15.3. Start of the strip
The beginning of an additional lane on an ascent or a braking lane (for example, on a motorway before an organized parking lot). If the sign installed in front of the additional lane shows a “Minimum speed limit” sign, then the driver of a vehicle that cannot continue moving along the main lane at the indicated or higher speed must change lanes to the lane located to the right of him.
Peculiarities:
Coverage area: up to the “End of Lane” sign.
Sign 5.15.4. Start of the strip
The beginning of the middle section of a three-lane road intended for traffic in a given direction.
Peculiarities:
Coverage area: up to the “End of lane” sign.
If sign 5.15.4 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited.
Sign 5.15.7. Lane direction
Permitted direction of movement in lanes.
Peculiarities:
If sign 5.15.7 shows a sign prohibiting the movement of any vehicles, then the movement of these vehicles in the corresponding lane is prohibited. Sign 5.15.7 with the appropriate number of arrows can be used on roads with four or more lanes.
Some traffic police officers misunderstand the purpose of these signs, believing that they prohibit the “Ahead” and “Overtaking” maneuvers. But it's not. If the driver does not violate the requirements of the paragraph, road signs, and markings while driving.
Sign 5.15.8. Number of lanes
Indicates the number of lanes and lane modes. The driver is obliged to comply with the requirements of the signs marked on the arrows.
Sign 5.16. Bus and (or) trolleybus stop location
The stopping place for buses and (or) trolleybuses moving along established routes, as well as for minibuses.
Peculiarities:
Stopping and parking is prohibited closer than 15 m from the stopping places of route vehicles, marked with markings, and if there is no marking, from the sign for the stopping place of route vehicles.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.17 part 1 Failure to provide priority in movement to a route vehicle, as well as a vehicle with a blue flashing light and a special sound signal simultaneously turned on
- Fine 1000 rubles.
Sign 5.17. Tram stop
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.17 part 1 Failure to provide priority in movement to a route vehicle, as well as a vehicle with a blue flashing light and a special sound signal simultaneously turned on
- warning or fine of 500 rubles.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.19 parts 3.1 and 6 Stopping or parking vehicles at stopping places for route vehicles or closer than 15 meters from stopping places for route vehicles, with the exception of stopping to pick up or disembark passengers, forced stops
- Fine 1000 rubles.
(For Moscow and St. Petersburg - 3000 rubles), detention of a vehicle
Sign 5.18. Taxi parking area
Signs 5.19.1., 5.19.2. Crosswalk
If there are no markings at the crossing, or sign 5.19.1 is installed to the right of the road on the near border of the crossing relative to approaching vehicles, and sign 5.19.2 is installed to the left of the road on the far border of the crossing.
Peculiarities:
If there are signs, the size of the pedestrian crossing is limited from sign 5.19.2 to sign 5.19.1. In the absence of signs, the size of the pedestrian crossing is determined by the width of the marking lines.
Penalty for violating the requirements of the sign:
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.18 Failure to comply with the traffic rules requirement to give way to pedestrians, cyclists or other road users (except for vehicle drivers) who have the right of way in traffic
- fine 1500 rub.
Sign 5.20. artificial bump
Indicates the boundaries of an artificial roughness.
Peculiarities:
The sign is installed at the nearest boundary of the artificial hump relative to approaching vehicles.
Sign 5.21. Living sector
The territory in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the rules of traffic in a residential area.
Peculiarities:
In a residential area, pedestrians have priority; their movement is allowed not only on sidewalks, but also on the roadway.
In a residential area prohibited:
a) driving at a speed of more than 20 km/h;
b) through traffic;
c) training ride;
d) parking with the engine running;
e) parking of trucks with a permissible maximum weight of more than 3.5 tons outside specially designated areas marked with signs and (or) markings. These requirements apply to all courtyard areas (yards, blocks, etc.).
When leaving a residential area, drivers must give way to other road users.
Signs 5.23.1., 5.23.2. The beginning of the settlement
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation are in force, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas.
Peculiarities:
First of all, such requirements include limiting the speed to 60 km/h and prohibiting the sound signal except in cases where it is necessary to prevent a traffic accident.
Signs 5.24.1., 5.24.2. End of a settlement
The place from which on a given road the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, establishing the procedure for traffic in populated areas, cease to apply.
Sign 5.25. The beginning of the settlement
The beginning of a populated area in which the requirements of the Road Traffic Rules of the Russian Federation, which establish traffic rules in populated areas, do not apply on this road.
Peculiarities:
The paragraphs of the Rules that establish the procedure for driving in populated areas do not apply; only on the section of the road indicated by this sign, that is, this rule does not apply to other roads in the populated area indicated on the sign.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.9 part 1 Exceeding the established speed of a vehicle by at least 10, but not more than 20 kilometers per hour
- The norm is excluded
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.9 part 2 Exceeding the established speed of a vehicle by more than 20, but not more than 40 kilometers per hour
- fine 500 rub.
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.9 part 3 Exceeding the established speed of a vehicle by more than 40, but not more than 60 kilometers per hour
- fine from 1000 to 1500 rubles;
upon repeated violation - from 2000 to 2500 rubles
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.9 part 4 Exceeding the established speed of a vehicle by more than 60 kilometers per hour
- fine from 2000 to 2500 rubles. or deprivation of the right to drive a vehicle for a period of 4 to 6 months;
in case of repeated violation - deprivation of the right to drive for 1 year
Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation 12.9 part 5 Exceeding the established speed of a vehicle by more than 80 kilometers per hour
Sign 5.35 does not apply to motor vehicles of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, police, emergency rescue services and units, fire departments, emergency medical services, gas network emergency services and motor vehicles of federal postal organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on the side surface on a blue background.
Sign 5.36. Zone with restrictions on the environmental class of trucks
The place from which the territory (road section) begins where the movement of trucks, tractors and self-propelled vehicles is prohibited:
- the environmental class of which, indicated in the registration documents for these vehicles, is lower than the environmental class indicated on the sign;
- the environmental class of which is not indicated in the registration documents for these vehicles.
Sign 5.36 does not apply to motor vehicles of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation, police, emergency rescue services and units, fire departments, emergency medical services, gas network emergency services and motor vehicles of federal postal service organizations that have a white diagonal stripe on the side surface on a blue background.
