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Friarbird Drive

QLDResidential road2.4 km6 segments
6.6Sports
2.4 kmTotal length
6Segments

Friarbird Drive is a 2.4 km sealed residential street in Queensland, Australia. It scores 7.6/10 for 4WDs with highly technical corners and rough surface.

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Vehicle scores
6.6/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
7.0/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.5/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
7.6/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.4/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 6 segments
Good (6-8)83%Fair (4-6)17%

Sports score IQR: 6.5 - 6.7

Surface
Surface coverage
Sealed24%Unsealed76%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
3.5
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
10.0
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
4.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classResidential road
3.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
7.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
9.5
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/friarbird-drive-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Friarbird%20Drive&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 Friarbird Drive?+

Friarbird Drive is approximately 2.4 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect a few minutes of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Friarbird Drive sealed?+

Yes. Friarbird Drive is fully sealed for its entire length.

Is Friarbird Drive good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Friarbird Drive scores 7.0/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Friarbird Drive in a caravan?+

With care. Friarbird Drive scores 4.4/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Friarbird Drive good for an EV?+

Yes. Friarbird Drive scores 6.5/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

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Road data last updated: 11 May 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.