At a railroad grade crossing where a stop is required, how far from the nearest rail must a placarded commercial vehicle stop?
Correct answer: C – 15 to 50 feet
Federal motor-carrier rules require the stop to be within 50 feet of the tracks but no closer than 15 feet. The Arizona CDL manual presents this as a 15-to-50-foot stopping distance. After stopping, the driver must check for approaching rail equipment and cross in a gear that does not require shifting.
Source: Arizona Commercial Driver License Manual — § 9.6.12, “Stop before Railroad Crossings”, 49 CFR § 392.10(a) — Railroad Grade Crossings; Stopping Required

