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Arranfield Road

QLDUnclassified road18.4 km38 segments
2.4Sports
6.4Safety
18.4 kmTotal length
38Segments

Arranfield Road is a 18 km unsealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 5.0/10 for 4WDs with straight corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
2.4/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
4.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
4.0/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
5.0/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
2.6/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 38 segments
Poor (<4)100%

Sports score IQR: 2.4 - 2.4

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.0
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
0.3
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Road intel
Wet riskElevated
Average wet sensitivity across segments, based on surface, drainage, gradient and local rainfall.
Night riskPresent
Visibility at night across the road, weighted by lighting, tree canopy density and curves.
Wind exposureModerate
Average wind exposure across segments, based on measured wind speed, terrain and shelter. Relevant for motorcycles and caravans.
Sun glarePresent
East-west segments exposed to sunrise and sunset glare, adjusted for tree cover.
Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
Wet road exposure56%
Night driving risk52%
Wind exposure48%
Sun glare risk76%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/arranfield-road-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Arranfield%20Road&state=QLDSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Arranfield Road?+

Arranfield Road is approximately 18 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 15 minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Arranfield Road sealed?+

No. Arranfield Road is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Arranfield Road good for motorcycles?+

Not really. Arranfield Road scores 4.0/10 for motorcycles. Look for higher-rated alternatives nearby.

Can I drive Arranfield Road in a caravan?+

Not recommended. Arranfield Road scores 2.6/10 for caravans due to geometry, surface or gradient. Consider an alternative route if towing.

Is Arranfield Road suitable for a 4WD?+

Arranfield Road scores 5.0/10 for 4WDs. Passable but not a standout. Check recent condition reports for surface state.

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Road data last updated: 26 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.