What is the primary function of baffles inside a cargo tank?
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Correct answer to question 94 (Tank Vehicles): To divide the tank into sections and slow the forward-and-back movement of liquid cargo
Why
Baffles are internal partitions that divide a tank into sections, slowing the forward-and-back surge of liquid and making the vehicle somewhat easier to control during braking and acceleration.
Updated: November 2026