What is the speed limit for a Ford Transit Custom?
In the United Kingdom, the speed limits for a Ford Transit Custom depend on its gross vehicle weight (GVW). If the van’s GVW is up to 3.5 tonnes, it follows the same limits as cars: 70 mph on motorways, 60 mph on dual carriageways, 50 mph on single carriageways, and 30 mph in built-up areas. If the GVW exceeds 3.5 tonnes, the limits are lower: 60 mph on motorways, 50 mph on dual carriageways, 40 mph on single carriageways, and 30 mph in built-up areas.
The Transit Custom line typically sits in the ≤3.5 t range, but exact GVW varies by variant. Check the vehicle’s GVW plate to confirm which limits apply. Country-specific rules also vary; the following sections outline the UK rules and note international variations.
UK speed limits by road type
The list below applies to light commercial vehicles such as the Transit Custom with a maximum gross weight up to 3.5 tonnes, which covers most models sold in the UK today. Always obey posted signs and any local exceptions.
- Motorways: 70 mph (about 113 km/h)
- Dual carriageways: 60 mph (about 97 km/h)
- Single carriageways: 50 mph (about 80 km/h)
- Built-up areas: 30 mph (about 48 km/h)
These are the typical limits for light goods vehicles in the UK. They are designed to match the general car limits unless the vehicle weight category dictates otherwise.
Heavier vans (GVW over 3.5 tonnes)
If your Transit Custom has a GVW over 3.5 tonnes, the UK's heavy goods vehicle limits apply. On motorways you would generally be limited to 60 mph, on dual carriageways 50 mph, on single carriageways 40 mph, and in built-up areas 30 mph.
- Motorways: 60 mph (about 97 km/h)
- Dual carriageways: 50 mph (about 80 km/h)
- Single carriageways: 40 mph (about 64 km/h)
- Built-up areas: 30 mph (about 48 km/h)
Always verify your GVW and consult local signage, as there can be exceptions due to roadworks or local traffic orders.
International variations
Speed limits for vans and light commercials vary by country. In many European nations, vans up to 3.5 tonnes follow car-like limits on major roads, but rules differ on others and for urban areas. When traveling abroad or operating in different jurisdictions, rely on local road signs and vehicle weight ratings to determine the exact limits.
Summary
The Ford Transit Custom generally uses car-like speed limits in the UK if its GVW is 3.5 tonnes or less, with lower limits for heavier variants. Always check your vehicle's GVW plate and posted road signs, and remember that rules vary by country.
