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Arkansas Truck Speed Limit

Split state. On rural controlled-access highways trucks are capped at 70 where cars run 75 (Ark. Code 27-51-201, Act 784 of 2019). Urban interstates are 65 for everyone. That 5 mph gap is a separately posted truck limit, so watch your signs.

Rural interstate70 mph
Split from carsYes
Other divided roads70 mph on other controlled-access highways (cars 75); two-lane 65
StatuteArk. Code 27-51-201 (Act 784 of 2019, effective July 1, 2020)
01 The limit

How fast a truck can run in Arkansas

Split state. On rural controlled-access highways trucks are capped at 70 where cars run 75 (Ark. Code 27-51-201, Act 784 of 2019). Urban interstates are 65 for everyone. That 5 mph gap is a separately posted truck limit, so watch your signs.

02 Watch for

Truck-specific rules and quirks

03 Penalties

What a speeding ticket costs

Ordinary speeding is a graduated fine that varies by county. The 70 mph truck cap is a separate posted limit from the 75 mph car limit, so watch your truck signs. Work-zone fines double.

Arkansas Truck Speed Limit FAQ

What is the truck speed limit in Arkansas?
70 mph on rural interstates, 70 mph on other controlled-access highways (cars 75); two-lane 65 on other divided highways. Arkansas splits the limit: trucks run below cars. See Ark. Code 27-51-201 (Act 784 of 2019, effective July 1, 2020).
Do trucks have a lower speed limit than cars in Arkansas?
Yes. 5 mph lower than cars (70 vs 75) on rural controlled-access highways. The truck cap applies to commercial motor vehicles on controlled-access highways. Urban interstates are 65 for everyone.
What is the speeding penalty for a truck in Arkansas?
Ordinary speeding is a graduated fine that varies by county. The 70 mph truck cap is a separate posted limit from the 75 mph car limit, so watch your truck signs. Work-zone fines double.

Reference information for planning, not legal advice. Traffic laws change and this can be out of date, so always confirm the current statute and obey posted signs before you rely on it. Last reviewed July 2026. Source: https://law.justia.com/codes/arkansas/title-27/subtitle-4/chapter-51/subchapter-2/section-27-51-201/. See our Terms & Disclaimer.

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