Night Speed Limit Sign R2-3 MUTCD-compliant Vector
M.Ibrahim — Senior Traffic Sign Designer
Design Process and Preview
This R2-3 Night Speed Limit Sign is available in all official MUTCD sizes — 24 × 24 in, 36 × 36 in, and 48 × 48 in. Every size is professionally designed with strict adherence to MUTCD standards, ensuring correct proportions, layout, typography, border spacing, and approved black-and-white color specifications.
Each sign is built individually according to its exact MUTCD requirements rather than simple scaling, providing maximum accuracy for real-world traffic control applications. These production-ready vector files are ideal for professional printing, municipal projects, contractor use, roadway planning, and regulatory compliance.
Adobe Illustrator working file — layers, vector paths, CMYK values visible
- ✓ Designed according to MUTCD Section 2B dimension standards.
- ✓ FHWA Series F for letters and FHWA Series E for numbers.
- ✓ CMYK color mode (print-safe)
- ✓ 300 DPI — no pixelation at any print size
- ✓ All shapes expanded & optimized
- ✓ Tested in Illustrator, CorelDRAW & AutoCAD
Technical Specifications
| Sign Code | R2-3 |
| Standard | MUTCD — Regulatory Signs (Section 2B) |
| Available Sizes | 24x24 in , 36x36 in ,48x48 in |
| Vector Formats For Print | EPS,PDF,AI |
| Color Mode | CMYK (print-ready) |
| Resolution | 300 DPI |
| Text | Converted to outlines — no font required |
| Shapes | Fully expanded & vector-optimized |
| Software | Adobe Illustrator, CorelDRAW, Inkscape, AutoCAD |
What Does the Night Speed Limit 45 Sign Mean?
When you see a R2-3 Night Speed Limit 45 sign, it means the maximum legal speed allowed during nighttime hours on that road is 45 miles per hour under normal driving conditions.
Drivers must not exceed this posted night speed limit during the specified nighttime period unless road conditions, weather, traffic, or road safety require even slower speeds.
This sign helps improve nighttime traffic safety, reduce accident risks, control vehicle speeds in low-visibility conditions, and maintain safer road conditions for all road users.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the R2-3 Night Speed Limit 45 sign?
The R2-3 sign is a regulatory traffic sign that indicates the maximum speed limit allowed during nighttime hours. It is designed according to MUTCD standards to ensure consistency, visibility, and road safety during low-light conditions.
What sizes are available for this sign?
This sign comes in official MUTCD standard sizes such as 24 × 24 in, 36 × 36 in, and other approved dimensions depending on roadway requirements. Each size follows proper proportions, spacing, and visibility standards.
What file formats can I download?
You can download the sign in EPS, SVG, PDF, JPG, and PNG formats. The vector files (EPS & SVG) can be resized freely without losing quality, making them ideal for print, design projects, and roadside sign production.
Are the letters and numbers sized correctly for visibility?
Yes! Each size follows MUTCD specifications with proper letter heights, number sizing, spacing, and border thickness to ensure maximum legibility and safe nighttime recognition.
Can I use these signs for professional road projects?
Absolutely. These signs are fully MUTCD-compliant and suitable for roadway planning, roadside installations, traffic control projects, professional mockups, and official sign production.