You want to drive your truck with a total permissible mass of more than 7.5 t on the autobahn from Hanover to Munich. Which average speed can you reckon with?

For trucks with a permissible total mass over 7.5 tons, German traffic regulations set a maximum speed limit of 80 km/h on the autobahn. However, in real traffic conditions, due to overtaking restrictions, traffic density, and the need to slow down for inclines or construction sites, the average speed you can expect is lower—about 70 km/h. This is why 70 km/h is the realistic average speed for planning such a trip, even though the legal limit is higher. This rule helps ensure safety for heavy vehicles and smoother traffic flow on the autobahn. Knowing this helps you estimate travel times more accurately when driving a heavy truck.