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European
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COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 1230/2012
of 12 December 2012
implementing Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council with
regard to type-approval requirements for masses and dimensions of motor vehicles and their
trailers and amending Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council
(Text with EEA relevance)
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
motor vehicles and their trailers with regard to their
masses and dimensions. Therefore, it is necessary to
also set out the specific procedures, tests and
requirements for such type-approval.
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European
Union,
(4) Council
Directive
96/53/EC
of
25
July
1996
laying
down
for certain road vehicles circulating within the
Community the maximum authorised dimensions in
Having regard to Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 of the European
national and international traffic and the maximum auth
Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning type-
orised weights in international traffic (
approval requirements for the general safety of motor vehicles,

5 ) lays down
certain maximum authorised dimensions for both
their trailers and systems, components and separate technical
national and international traffic in the Member States.
units intended therefor ( 1 ), and in particular Article 14(1)(a)
It is therefore important to take into account, for the
thereof,
purposes of the construction of vehicles, the dimensions
which have already been harmonised in the Union in
order to foster and ensure the free circulation of goods.
Having regard to Directive 2007/46/EC of the European
Parliament and of the Council of 5 September 2007 estab
lishing a framework for the approval of motor vehicles and
(5) Directive
97/27/EC
allowed
Members
States
to
grant
EC
their trailers, and of systems, components and separate
type-approval for vehicles the outermost dimensions of
technical units intended for such vehicles (Framework Direc
which did not match the maximum authorised
tive) (
dimensions provided for in that Directive. It also

2 ), and in particular Article 39(2), (3) and (5) thereof,
allowed Member States to refuse registration of vehicles
that had been granted EC type-approval when their
outermost dimensions did not meet the requirements
Whereas:
of their national law. It is important to maintain the
possibility to allow under certain conditions the type-
approval of vehicles which exceed the authorised limits
where this proves to be advantageous for road traffic and
(1) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
is
a
separate
Regulation
for the environment in the Member States where the
for the purposes of type-approval provided for in
road infrastructure is adapted to that situation. Therefore,
Directive 2007/46/EC.
the possibility to approve such vehicles under small series
type-approval or individual approval schemes should be
ensured, provided that the quantity of vehicles that may
benefit from a derogation pursuant to Article 23 of
(2) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
repeals
Council
Directive
Directive 2007/46/EC as regards the maximum auth
92/21/EEC of 31 March 1992 on the masses and
orised dimensions is limited to what is necessary for
dimensions of motor vehicles of category M 1 ( 3 ) as well
the purposes of this Regulation. Annex XII to Directive
as Directive 97/27/EC of the European Parliament and of
2007/46/EC should therefore be amended to include
the Council of 22 July 1997 relating to the masses and
such quantitative limits.
dimensions of certain categories of motor vehicles and
their trailers and amending Directive 70/156/EEC ( 4 ). The
requirements relating to the masses and dimensions of
(6) Directive
96/53/EC
lays
down
maximum
authorised
motor vehicles and their trailers set out in those
masses that are applicable only to international traffic.
Directives should be carried over to this Regulation and
However, that Directive allows the Member States to
where necessary, amended in order to adapt them to the
continue to apply their national legislation for national
development of technical and scientific knowledge.
traffic. As a consequence, the harmonisation of the tech
nically permissible maximum laden mass and the tech
nically permissible maximum mass on the axles or on a
group of axles for the purposes of circulation in the
(3) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
lays
down
fundamental
provisions on requirements for the type-approval of
Member States does not appear to be feasible in the
short term. Nevertheless, due to the existence of non-
harmonised rules on the construction of the road infra
( 1 ) OJ L 200, 31.7.2009, p. 1.
structure, it is appropriate to require Member States to
( 2 ) OJ L 263, 9.10.2007, p. 1.
( 3 ) OJ L 129, 14.5.1992, p. 1.
( 4 ) OJ L 233, 25.8.1997, p. 1.
( 5 ) OJ L 235, 17.9.1996, p. 59.

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determine the registration/in service maximum
(11) With
a
view
to
ensuring
the
proper
operation
of
the
permissible masses of vehicles that are permitted for
type-approval system, it is appropriate to update the
national traffic or for international traffic under
Annexes to Directive 2007/46/EC.
Directive 96/53/EC and to establish a procedure for
such determination.
(12) Annexes
I,
III,
IX,
XII
and
XVI
to
Directive
2007/46/EC
should therefore be amended accordingly. Since the
provisions of Annex XII are sufficiently detailed and
(7)
Given the experience gained in the application of Union
need no further transposition by Member States, it is
legislation concerning masses and dimensions of vehicles,
therefore appropriate to replace it by means of a Regu
it is necessary to provide for clearly defined concepts.
lation in accordance with Article 39(8) of Directive
Some of those concepts have already been defined in
2007/46/EC.
Directives 97/27/EC and 92/21/EEC. For reasons of
consistency, its is appropriate to take over those defi
nitions and, where necessary, to adapt them in the
light of technical and scientific knowledge.
(13) The
measures
provided
for
in
this
Regulation
are
in
accordance with the opinion of the Technical
Committee — Motor Vehicles,
(8)
Given that the definition of the actual mass of an indi
vidual vehicle has been included in this Regulation, it is
HAS ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:
necessary, in order to avoid confusion in filling in the
certificate of conformity, to amend Annex IX to Directive
2007/46/EC accordingly.
Article 1
Subject matter and scope
1. This Regulation lays down the requirements for the EC
(9)
Since the White Paper ‘Roadmap to a Single European
type-approval of motor vehicles and their trailers with regard to
Transport Area – Towards a competitive and resource
their masses and dimensions.
efficient transport system’ ( 1 ) has underlined the need to
improve the aerodynamic performance of road vehicles
and research has shown that fuel consumption of motor
2. This
Regulation
applies
to
incomplete,
complete
and
vehicles and therefore CO 2 emissions could be signifi
completed vehicles of categories M, N and O.
cantly reduced by fitting aerodynamic devices to
vehicles, it is important to allow the fitting of such
aerodynamic devices to vehicles. Given that aerodynamic
devices consist in adds-on that, due to their design,
Article 2
protrude beyond the outermost part of the vehicles at
the back or laterally, they should be included in the list
Definitions
of devices or equipment that are not taken into account
for the determination of the outermost dimensions.
For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions
However, it is essential to limit their protrusion at the
shall apply in addition to the definitions set out in Directive
back and laterally so that road safety is not impaired and
2007/46/EC and Regulation (EC) No 661/2009:
inter-modality transport remains possible. The necessary
technical requirements should therefore be set out in this
Regulation.
(1) ‘vehicle type’ means a set of vehicles as defined in Part B of
Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC;
(10) Available
software
makes
possible
the
use
of
virtual
(2) ‘standard equipment’ means the basic configuration of a
testing methods based on computer-aided techniques.
vehicle which is equipped with all the features that are
Given that those techniques allow for more cost-
required under the regulatory acts referred to in Annex
efficient and less burdensome testing, it is appropriate
IV and Annex XI to Directive 2007/46/EC, including all
to provide for the possibility to use them for checking
features that are fitted without giving rise to any further
whether a vehicle is able to manoeuvre in a complete
specifications on configuration or equipment level;
trajectory of 360° and for measuring the maximum rear
swing-out when the vehicle is manoeuvring inside the
trajectory. It is therefore also necessary to add this Regu
lation to the list of regulatory acts included in Annex XVI
(3) ‘optional equipment’ means all the features not included in
to Directive 2007/46/EC.
the standard equipment which are fitted to a vehicle under
the responsibility of the manufacturer that can be ordered
( 1 ) (COM(2011)144)
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(4) ‘mass in running order’ means
(11) ‘group of axles’ means a number of axles having an axle
spacing that is restricted to one of the axle spacings
referred to as distance ‘d’ in Annex I to Directive
(a) in the case of a motor vehicle:
96/53/EC and which interact due to the specific design
of the suspension;
the mass of the vehicle, with its fuel tank(s) filled to at
least 90 % of its or their capacity/ies, including the
(12) ‘solo axle’ means an axle that cannot be considered as part
mass of the driver, of the fuel and liquids, fitted with
of a group of axles;
the standard equipment in accordance with the manu
facturer’s specifications and, when they are fitted, the
mass of the bodywork, the cabin, the coupling and the
spare wheel(s) as well as the tools;
(13) ‘technically permissible maximum mass on the axle’ (m)
means the mass corresponding to the maximum
permissible static vertical load transmitted to the ground
(b) in the case of a trailer:
by the wheels of the axle, on the basis of the construction
features of the axle and of the vehicle and their design
performances;
the mass of the vehicle including the fuel and liquids,
fitted with the standard equipment in accordance with
the manufacturer’s specifications, and, when they are
(14) ‘technically permissible maximum mass on a group of
fitted, the mass of the bodywork, additional coup
axles’ (μ) means the mass corresponding to the
ling(s), the spare wheel(s) and the tools;
maximum permissible static vertical load transmitted to
the ground by the wheels of the group of axles, on the
basis of the construction features of the group of axles and
(5) ‘mass of the optional equipment’ means the mass of the
of the vehicle and their design performances;
equipment which may be fitted to the vehicle in addition
to the standard equipment, in accordance with the manu
facturer’s specifications;
(15) ‘coupling’ means a mechanical device including
component items as defined in points 2.1 to 2.6 of Regu
(6) ‘actual mass of the vehicle’ means the mass in running
lation No 55 of the United Nations Economic Commission
order plus the mass of the optional equipment fitted to
for Europe (UNECE) — Uniform provisions concerning the
an individual vehicle;
approval of mechanical coupling components of
combinations of vehicles ( 1 ) and a close-coupling device
as defined in point 2.1.1 of UNECE Regulation No 102
(7) ‘technically permissible maximum laden mass’ (M) means
— Uniform provisions concerning the approval of I.A
the maximum mass allocated to a vehicle on the basis of
close-coupling device (CCD) II. Vehicles with regard to
its construction features and its design performances; the
the fitting of an approved type of CCD ( 2 );
technically permissible laden mass of a trailer or of a semi-
trailer includes the static mass transferred to the towing
vehicle when coupled;
(16) ‘coupling point’ means the centre of engagement of the
coupling fitted to a towed vehicle within the coupling
fitted to a towing vehicle;
(8) ‘technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
combination’ (MC) means the maximum mass allocated
to the combination of a motor vehicle and one or more
trailers on the basis of its construction features and its
(17) ‘mass of the coupling’ means the mass of the coupling
design performances or the maximum mass allocated to
itself and of the parts necessary for the attachment of
the combination of a tractor unit and a semi-trailer;
the coupling to the vehicle;
(9) ‘technically permissible maximum towable mass’ (TM)
(18) ‘technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling
means the maximum mass of one or more trailers that
point’ means:
may be towed by a towing vehicle which corresponds to
the total load transmitted to the ground by the wheels of
an axle or a group of axles on any trailer coupled to the
towing vehicle;
(a) in the case of a towing vehicle, the mass,
corresponding to the maximum permissible static
vertical load on the coupling point (‘S’ or ‘U’ value)
(10) ‘axle’ means the common axis of rotation of two or more
of a towing vehicle, on the basis of the construction
wheels whether power-driven or freely rotating, and
features of the coupling and of the towing vehicle;
whether in one or more segments located in the same
plane perpendicular to the longitudinal centre-line of the
( 1 ) OJ L 227, 28.8.2010, p. 1.
vehicle;
( 2 ) OJ L 351, 20.12.2008, p. 44.

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(b) in the case of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a
(27) ‘track’ means the distance referred to in point 6.5 of
rigid drawbar trailer, the mass corresponding to the
Standard ISO 612:1978;
maximum permissible static vertical load (‘S’ or ‘U’
value) to be transferred by the trailer to the towing
vehicle at the coupling point, on the basis of the
(28) ‘fifth wheel lead’ means the distance referred to in point
construction features of the coupling and of the trailer;
6.19.2 of Standard ISO 612: 1978, taking into account
the note referred to in point 6.19 of the same standard;
(19) ‘mass of the passengers’ means a rated mass depending on
the vehicle category multiplied by the number of seating
(29) ‘front fitting radius of semi-trailer’ means the horizontal
positions including, if any, the seating positions for crew
distance from the axis of the kingpin to any point at the
members and the number of standees, but not including
front of the semi-trailer;
the driver;
(30) ‘front overhang’ means the horizontal distance between the
(20) ‘mass of the driver’ means a mass rated at 75 kg located at
vertical plane passing through the first axle or the kingpin
the driver’s seating reference point;
axle in the case of a semi-trailer and the foremost point of
the vehicle;
(21) ‘pay-mass’ means the difference between the technically
(31) ‘rear overhang’ means the horizontal distance between the
permissible maximum laden mass and the mass in
vertical plane passing through the last rear axle and the
running order increased by the mass of the passengers
rearmost point of the vehicle; where the vehicle is fitted
and the mass of the optional equipment;
with a coupling that is not removable, the rearmost point
of the vehicle is the coupling point;
(22) ‘length’ means the dimension defined in points 6.1.1, 6.1.2
and 6.1.3 of Standard ISO 612:1978; this definition also
(32) ‘length of the loading area’ means the distance from the
applies also to articulated vehicles made up of two or
foremost internal point to the rearmost internal point of
more sections;
the cargo area, measured horizontally in the longitudinal
plane of the vehicle;
(23) ‘width’ means the dimension defined in point 6.2 of
Standard ISO 612:1978;
(33) ‘rear swing-out’ means the distance between the actual
extreme point reached by the rear end of a vehicle when
manoeuvring in the conditions specified in Section 7 of
(24) ‘height’ means the dimension defined in point 6.3 of
Part B or in Section 6 of Part C of Annex I to this
Standard ISO 612:1978;
Regulation;
(25) ‘wheelbase’ means the following:
(34) ‘axle-lift device’ means a mechanism fitted to a vehicle for
the purpose of raising the axle clear off the ground and
lowering it to the ground;
(a) the dimension referred to in point 6.4.1 of Standard
ISO 612:1978;
(35) ‘lift axle or retractable axle’ means an axle which can be
raised from its normal position and re-lowered by an axle-
lift device;
(b) for a centre-axle trailer with one axle, the horizontal
distance between the vertical axis of the coupling and
the centre of the axle;
(36) ‘loadable axle’ means an axle the load on which can be
varied without the axle being raised by the use of an axle-
lift device;
(c) for a centre-axle trailer with more than one axle, the
horizontal distance between the vertical axis of the
coupling and the centre of the first axle;
(37) ‘air suspension’ means a suspension system on which at
least 75 % of the spring effect is caused by the air spring;
(26) ‘axle spacing’ means the distance between two consecutive
axles referred to in point 6.4 of Standard ISO 612:1978 in
(38) ‘class of a bus or of a coach’ means a set of vehicles as
the case of vehicles with more than two axles; where the
defined in points 2.1.1 and 2.1.2 of UNECE Regulation
vehicle is fitted with two axles only, or in the case of a
No 107 – Uniform provisions concerning the approval of
semi-trailer, a drawbar trailer or a rigid drawbar trailer, the
category M 2 or M 3 vehicles with regard to their general
axle spacing referred to in point 6.4.2 of Standard ISO
construction ( 1 );
612:1978 has the meaning of ‘wheelbase’ as defined in
point (25);
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(39) ‘articulated vehicle’ means a vehicle of category M 2 or M 3
vehicle except those concerning the tyre capacities that can be
as defined in point 2.1.3 of UNECE Regulation No 107;
adjusted to the speed by construction as is allowed under
UNECE Regulation No 54 — Uniform provisions concerning
the approval of pneumatic tyres for commercial vehicles and
(40) ‘indivisible load’ means a load that cannot, for the
their trailers ( 1 ) and in Section 5 of Annex II to Commission
purposes of carriage by road, be divided into two or
Regulation (EU) No 458/2011 ( 2 ).
more loads without undue expense or risk of damage
and which, owing to its mass or dimension, cannot be
carried by a vehicle the masses and dimensions of which
5. For
incomplete
vehicles,
including
chassis-cabin
vehicles,
comply with the maximum authorised masses and
that require a further stage of completion, the manufacturer
dimensions applicable in a Member State.
shall provide all relevant information to the next stage manu
facturers so that the requirements of this Regulation continues
to be fulfilled.
Article 3
Obligations of manufacturers
For the purposes of the first subparagraph, the manufacturer
1. The manufacturer shall determine, for each version within
shall specify the position of the centre of gravity of the mass
a vehicle type, irrespective of the state of completion of the
corresponding to the sum of the load.
vehicle, the following masses:
6. Incomplete
vehicles
of
categories
M 2 , M 3 , N 2 and N 3 not
(a) the technically permissible maximum laden mass;
fitted with a bodywork shall be designed so as to allow the
subsequent stage manufacturers to be able to fulfil the
requirements of Sections 7 and 8 of Part B and Section 6
and 7 of Part C of Annex I.
(b) the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
combination;
Article 4
(c) the technically permissible maximum towable mass;
Provisions for EC type-approval of a type of vehicle with
regard to its masses and dimensions
1. The
manufacturer
or
his
representative
shall
submit
to
the
(d) the technically permissible maximum mass on the axles or
type-approval authority the application for EC type-approval of
the technically permissible maximum mass on a group of
a type of vehicle as regard its masses and dimensions.
axles;
2. The
application
shall
be
drawn
up
in
accordance
with
the
(e) the technically permissible maximum masses at the coupling
model information document set out in Part A of Annex V.
point(s) taking into account the technical features of the
couplings that are fitted or can be fitted to the vehicle as
the case may be.
3. For
the
purposes
of
mass
distribution
calculations,
the
manufacturer shall provide the type-approval authority, for
each technical configuration within the vehicle type as
2. When
determining
the
masses
referred
to
in
paragraph
1, determined by the set of values of the relevant points in
the manufacturer shall take into account the best practices of
Annex V, with the information necessary to identify the
good engineering and the best available technical knowledge in
following masses:
order to minimise the risks of mechanical failure, in particular
those due to fatigue of materials, and to avoid damage to the
road infrastructure.
(a) the technically permissible maximum laden mass;
3. When
determining
the
masses
referred
to
in
paragraph
1, (b) the technically permissible maximum mass on the axles or
the manufacturer shall take into account the maximum speed
group of axles;
by construction of the vehicle.
(c) the technically permissible maximum towable mass;
Where the vehicle is equipped by the manufacturer with a speed
limitation device, the maximum speed by construction shall be
the true speed permitted by the speed limitation device.
(d) the technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling
point(s);
4. When
determining
the
masses
referred
to
in
paragraph
1, ( 1 ) OJ L 183, 11.7.2008, p. 41.
the manufacturer shall not impose restrictions on the use of the
( 2 ) OJ L 124, 13.5.2011, p. 11.

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(e) the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
10. For the purposes of paragraph 9, the type-approval
combination.
authority shall deliver an EC type-approval certificate established
in accordance with the model set out in Part B of Annex V.
The information shall be provided in tabular or any other
appropriate format, in agreement with the type-approval auth
11. The
permissible
deviations
referred
to
in
Appendix
2
to
ority.
Annex I shall apply for the purposes of Article 12(2) of
Directive 2007/46/EC
4. Where the optional equipment significantly affects the
Article 5
masses and dimensions of the vehicle, the manufacturer shall
provide the technical service with the location, mass and
Registration/in-service maximum permissible masses
geometrical position of the gravity centre with respect to the
axles of the optional equipment that can be fitted to the vehicle.
1. For
the
purposes
of
registration
and
entry
into
service
of
vehicles type-approved under this Regulation, national auth
orities shall determine, for each variant and version within the
type of vehicle, all of the following masses that are permitted
5. By
way
of
derogation
from
paragraph
4,
where
the for national traffic or for international traffic under Directive
optional equipment is made up of several parts located in
96/53/EC:
various spaces in the vehicle, the manufacturer may provide
the technical service with the distribution of the mass of the
optional equipment on the axles only.
(a) the registration/in-service maximum permissible laden mass;
6. For
groups
of
axles,
the
manufacturer
shall
indicate
the (b) the registration/in-service maximum permissible mass on
load distribution among the axles of the total mass applied to
the axle(s);
the group.
(c) the registration/in-service maximum permissible mass on
Where necessary, the manufacturer shall state the distribution
the group of axles;
formulae or produce the relevant distribution graphs.
(d) the registration/in-service maximum permissible towable
mass;
7. Where the approval authority or the technical service
deems it necessary, they may request the manufacturer to
make available a vehicle representative of the type to be
approved for the purposes of inspection.
(e) the registration/in-service maximum permissible laden mass
of the combination.
8. The
vehicle
manufacturer
may
submit
an
application
for National authorities shall establish the procedure for the deter
recognition of the equivalence of a suspension to air suspension
mination of the registration/in service maximum permissible
to the type-approval authority.
masses referred to in the first subparagraph. They shall
designate the competent authority entrusted with the deter
mination of those masses, and shall specify the information
The type-approval authority shall recognise the equivalence of a
that must be provided to that competent authority.
suspension to air suspension where the requirements of Annex
III are fulfilled.
2. The
registration/in-service
maximum
permissible
masses
determined in accordance with the procedure referred to in
Where the technical service has recognised the equivalence, it
paragraph 1 may not exceed the maximum masses referred to
shall issue a test report. The type-approval authority shall attach
in Article 3(1).
the test report and a technical description of the suspension to
the EC type-approval certificate.
3. The
manufacturer
shall
be
consulted
by
the
competent
authority as regards the mass distribution on the axles or
group of axles in order to ensure the proper functioning of
9. Where
the
requirements
set
out
in
Annexes
I
to
IV,
of
this the systems of the vehicle, in particular the brake- and
Regulation are met, the approval authority shall grant a type-
steering system.
approval in accordance with the numbering system set out in
Annex VII to Directive 2007/46/EC.
4. When
determining
the
registration/in-service
maximum
permissible masses, national authorities shall ensure that the
A Member State shall not assign the same number to another
requirements of the regulatory acts listed in Annex IV and
vehicle type.
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5. Where national authorities concludes that the 2. By way of derogation from paragraph 1, EC type-
requirements of one of the regulatory acts listed in Annex IV
approvals granted pursuant to Article 7 of Directive 97/27/EC
and Annex XI to Directive 2007/46/EC, with the exception of
shall cease to be valid on the date referred to in Article 19(1) of
this Regulation, are no longer fulfilled, they shall require that
Regulation (EC) No 661/2009.
fresh tests are conducted and a new type-approval or an
extension as the case may be, be granted by the type-
approval authority that has granted the initial type-approval
However, Member States may register and permit the sale or
under the regulatory act in question.
entry into service of end-of-series vehicles whose EC type-
approval is no longer valid where the manufacturer so
requests, in accordance with Article 27 of Directive
2007/46/EC.
Article 6
Derogations
3. As
from
10
January
2014
manufacturers
shall
deliver
1. Without
prejudice
to
Article
4(3)
of
Directive
96/53/EC, certificates of conformity which are in accordance with this
an EC type-approval may be granted for vehicles the dimensions
Regulation.
of which exceed the requirements of this Regulation that are
intended for the transport of indivisible loads. In such a case,
the type-approval certificate and the certificate of conformity
Until 9 January 2014 they shall indicate the actual mass of the
shall clearly indicate that the vehicle is intended for the
vehicle in entry 52 of the certificate of conformity, unless it is
transport of indivisible loads only.
indicated in one of the other entries of the certificate of
conformity.
2. Member
States
may
grant
approvals
under
Articles
23
and
Article 8
24 of Directive 2007/46/EC for vehicles exceeding the
Amendments to Directive 2007/46/EC
maximum authorised dimensions set out in point 1.1 of Parts
B, C and D of Annex I to this Regulation.
Annexes I, III, IX, and XVI to Directive 2007/46/EC are
amended in accordance with Annex VI to this Regulation.
Type-approvals under Article 23 of Directive 2007/46/EC shall
Annex XII to Directive 2007/46/EC is replaced by Annex VII to
be subject to the quantitative limits set out in Section 3 of Part
this Regulation.
A of Annex XII to that Directive.
Article 9
Article 7
Entry into force
Transitional provisions
This Regulation shall enter into force on the twentieth day
following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the
1. National
authorities
shall
permit
the
sale
and
entry
into European Union.
service of vehicles type-approved before the date referred to in
Article 13(2) of Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 and shall
continue to grant extensions to approvals granted under the
It shall apply to new vehicle types for which type-approval is
terms of Directive 92/21/EEC and Directive 97/27/EC.
granted from 1 November 2012.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 12 December 2012.
For the Commission
The President
José Manuel BARROSO

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LIST OF ANNEXES
Annex I
PART A: Technical requirements for vehicles of category M 1 and N 1 .
PART B: Technical requirements for vehicles of category M 2 and M 3 .
PART C: Technical requirements for vehicles of category N 2 and N 3 .
PART D: Technical requirements for vehicles of category O.
Appendix 1 List of devices and equipment that are not required to be taken into account for the deter
mination of the outermost dimensions.
Appendix 2 Permissible deviations for type-approval and conformity of production.
Appendix 3 Figures regarding manoeuvrability.
Annex II
Gradeability of off-road vehicles.
Annex III Conditions of equivalence of a suspension to air-suspension.
Annex IV Technical requirements for the installation of lift- or loadable axles on vehicles.
Annex V
PART A: Information document.
PART B: EC type-approval certificate.
Annex VI Amendments to Annexes I, III, IX, and XVI to Directive 2007/46/EC.
Annex VII Annex XII to Directive 2007/46/EC.

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ANNEX I
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
PART A
Vehicles of category M 1 and N 1
1. Maximum
authorised
dimensions
1.1. The
dimensions
shall
not
exceed
the
following
values:
1.1.1. Length:
12,00
m.
1.1.2. Width:
(a) M 1 : 2,55 m;
(b) N 1 : 2,55 m;
(c) N 1 : 2,60 m for vehicles fitted with a bodywork with insulated walls of at least 45 mm thick, as referred to
in Appendix 2 of Part C of Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC;
1.1.3. Height:
4,00
m.
1.2.
For the purposes of measurement of the length, width and height, the vehicle shall be at its mass in running
order, placed on a horizontal and flat surface with tyres inflated at the pressure recommended by the manu
facturer.
1.3.
Only the devices and equipment referred to in Appendix 1 of this Annex shall not be taken into account for
the determination of the length, width and height.
2. Mass
distribution
2.1.
The sum of the technically permissible maximum mass on the axles shall not be less than the technically
permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle.
2.2.
The technically permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle shall not be less than the mass of the vehicle
in running order plus the mass of the passengers plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the mass of the
coupling if not included in the mass in running order.
2.3.
Where the vehicle is laden to the technically permissible maximum laden mass, the mass on each axle shall not
exceed the technically permissible maximum mass on that axle.
2.4.
Where the vehicle is laden to the technically permissible maximum laden mass, the mass on the front axle shall
in no event be less than 30 % of the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle.
2.4.1.
Where the vehicle is laden to the technically permissible maximum laden mass plus the technically permissible
maximum mass at the coupling point, the mass on the front axle shall in no event be less than 20 % of the
technically permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle.
2.5. Where
a
vehicle
is
equipped
with
removable
seats,
the
verification
procedure
shall
be
limited
to
the
condition
with the maximum number of seating positions.
2.6. For
the
purposes
of
verifying
the
requirements
laid
down
in
points
2.2,
2.3
and
2.4:
(a) The seats shall be adjusted as prescribed in point 2.6.1
(b) the masses of the passengers, the pay-mass and the mass of the optional equipment shall be distributed as
prescribed in points 2.6.2 to 2.6.4.2.3.

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2.6.1. Seat
adjustment
2.6.1.1. The
seats
where
adjustable
shall
be
moved
to
their
rearmost
position.
2.6.1.2. Where there are other possibilities for adjusting the seat (vertical, angled, seat back, etc.) the adjusted positions
shall be as specified by the vehicle manufacturer.
2.6.1.3. In the case of suspension seats, the seat shall be locked in the position specified by the manufacturer.
2.6.2.
Distribution of the mass of passengers
2.6.2.1. The
mass
representing
each
passenger
shall
be
75
kg.
2.6.2.2. The mass for each passenger shall be located at the seating reference point (i.e. the ‘R point’ of the seat)
2.6.2.3. In the case of special purpose vehicle, the requirement of point 2.6.2.2 shall apply mutatis mutandis (for
example, mass of an injured person lying on the stretcher in the case of an ambulance).
2.6.3.
Distribution of the mass of the optional equipment
2.6.3.1. The mass of the optional equipment shall be distributed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
2.6.4 Distribution
of
the
pay-mass
2.6.4.1. M 1 vehicles
2.6.4.1.1. As regards M 1 vehicles, the pay-mass shall be distributed in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications
in agreement with the technical service.
2.6.4.1.2. As regards motor caravans the minimum pay-mass (PM) shall meet the following requirement:
PM in kg ≥ 10 n L
Where
‘n’ is the maximum number of passengers plus the driver and
‘L’ is the overall length of the vehicle in metre
2.6.4.2. N 1 vehicles
2.6.4.2.1. As regards vehicles with bodywork, the pay-mass shall be distributed uniformly on the cargo bed;
2.6.4.2.2. As regards vehicles without bodywork (e.g. chassis-cab), the manufacturer shall state the extreme permissible
positions of the centre of gravity of the pay-mass increased by the mass of the equipment intended to
accommodate goods (e.g. bodywork, tank, etc.) (for instance: from 0,50 m to 1,30 m in front of the first
rear axle);
2.6.4.2.3. As regards vehicles intended to be fitted with a fifth wheel coupling, the manufacturer shall state the minimum
and maximum fifth wheel lead.
2.7. Additional
requirements
where
the
vehicle
is
capable
of
towing
a
trailer
2.7.1.
The requirements referred to in points 2.2, 2.3 and 2.4 shall apply taking into account the mass of the
coupling and the technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point.
2.7.2.
Without prejudice to the requirements of point 2.4, the technically permissible maximum mass on the rear
axle(s) may be exceeded by not more than 15 %.
2.7.2.1. Where the technically permissible maximum mass on the rear axle(s) is exceeded by not more than 15 %, the
requirements of point 5.2 of Annex II to Commission Regulation (EU) No 458/2011 ( 1 ) shall apply.
( 1 ) OJ L 124, 13.5.2011, p. 11.

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2.7.2.2. In the Member States where the road traffic legislation allows it, the manufacturer may indicate in an
appropriate supporting document, such as the owner’s manual or the maintenance book that the technically
permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle may be exceeded by not more than 10 % or 100 kg,
whichever value is lower.
This allowance shall apply only when towing a trailer in the conditions specified in point 2.7.2.1 provided that
the operating speed is restricted to 100 km/h or less.
3. Towable
mass
and
mass
at
the
coupling
3.1.
As regards the technically permissible maximum towable mass, the following requirements shall apply:
3.1.1. Trailer
fitted
with
a
service
braking
system
3.1.1.1. The technically permissible maximum towable mass of the vehicle shall be the lowest of the following values:
(a) the technically permissible maximum towable mass based on the construction features of the vehicle and
the strength of the coupling;
(b) the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the towing vehicle;
(c) 1,5 times the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the towing vehicle in the case of an off-road
vehicle as defined in Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC.
3.1.1.2. However,
the
technically
permissible
maximum
towable
mass
shall
in
no
case
exceed
3
500
kg.
3.1.2. Trailer
without
a
service
braking
system
3.1.2.1. The
permissible
towable
mass
shall
be
the
lowest
of
the
following
values:
(a) the technically permissible maximum towable mass based on the construction features of the vehicle and
the strength of the coupling;
(b) half of the mass in running order of the towing vehicle.
3.1.2.2. The technically permissible maximum towable mass shall in no case exceed 750 kg.
3.2.
The technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point shall not be less than 4 % of the maximum
permissible towable mass and not be less than 25 kg.
3.3.
The manufacturer shall specify in the owner’s manual the technically permissible maximum mass at the
coupling point, the mounting points of the coupling on the towing vehicle and the maximum permissible
rear overhang for the coupling point.
3.4.
The technically permissible maximum towable mass shall not be defined by reference to the number of
passengers.
4. Mass
of
the
combination
The technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination shall not exceed the sum of the tech
nically permissible maximum laden mass plus the technically permissible maximum towable mass.
MC ≤ M TM
5. Hill
starting
ability
5.1.
The towing vehicle shall be able to start the vehicle combination five times on an uphill gradient of at least
12 % within five minutes.
5.2.
In order to conduct the test described in point 5.1, the towing vehicle and the trailer shall be laden as to equal
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PART B
Vehicles of category M 2 and M 3
1. Maximum
authorised
dimensions
1.1. The
dimensions
shall
not
exceed
the
following
values:
1.1.1. Length
(a) Vehicle with two axles and one section: 13,50 m
(b) Vehicle with three or more axles and one section: 15,00 m
(c) Articulated vehicle: 18,75 m
1.1.2. Width:
2,55
m;
1.1.3. Height:
4,00
m
1.2.
For the purposes of measurement of the length, width and height, the vehicle shall be at its mass in running
order, placed on a horizontal and flat surface with tyres inflated at the pressure recommended by the manu
facturer.
1.3.
Only the devices and equipment referred to in Appendix 1 of this Annex shall not be taken into account for
the determination of the length, width and height.
2. Mass
distribution
for
vehicles
fitted
with
bodywork
2.1. Calculation
procedure
Notations:
‘M’ technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass;
‘TM’ technically permissible maximum towable mass;
‘MC’ technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination;
‘m i ’ technically permissible maximum laden mass on the solo axle designated ‘i’, where ‘i’ varies from 1 to the
total number of axles of the vehicle;
‘m c ’ technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point;
‘μ j ’ the technically permissible maximum mass on the group of axles designated ‘j’, where j varies from 1 to
the total number of groups of axles.
2.1.1. Suitable
calculations
shall
be
carried
out
in
order
to
make
sure
that
the
following
requirements
are
fulfilled
for
each technical configuration within the type.
2.1.2.
In the case of vehicles fitted with loadable axles, the following calculations shall be carried out with the
suspension of the axles loaded in the normal operating configuration.
2.2. General
requirements
2.2.1.
The sum of the technically permissible maximum mass on the solo axles plus the sum of the technically
permissible maximum mass on the groups of axles shall not be less than the technically permissible maximum
laden mass of the vehicle.
M ≤ Σ m i μ j .
2.2.2.
The mass of the vehicle in running order, plus the mass of the optional equipment, the mass of the passengers,
the masses ‘WP’ and ‘B’ referred to in point 2.2.3, plus the mass of the coupling if not included in the mass in
running order, plus the technical permissible maximum mass at the coupling point shall not exceed the
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2.2.3. Load
distribution
2.2.3.1. Notations
‘P’ number
of
seating
positions,
not
including
the
driver
and
crew
member(s);
‘Q’ mass
of
one
passenger
in
kg;
‘Qc’ mass of one crew member in kg;
‘S 1 ’ area
in
m 2 for standing passengers;
‘SP’ number
of
standing
passengers
stated
by
the
manufacturer;
‘Ssp’ rated space for one standing passenger in m 2 ;
‘WP’ number of wheelchair spaces multiplied by 250 kg representing the mass of a wheelchair and user;
‘V’ total
volume
of
baggage
compartments
in
m 3 including luggage compartments, racks and ski-box;
‘B’ maximum permissible mass of the luggage in kg stated by the manufacturer, including the maximum
permissible mass (B’) that may be transported in the ski-box if any.
2.2.3.2. The
mass
Q
and
Q c of the seated passengers shall be located at the seating reference points (i.e. the ‘R point’ of
the seat).
2.2.3.3. The mass corresponding to the number SP of standing passengers of mass Q shall be uniformly distributed
over the surface available for standing passenger S 1 .
2.2.3.4. Where
appropriate,
the
mass
WP
shall
be
uniformly
distributed
over
each
wheelchair
space.
2.2.3.5. A
mass
equal
to
B
(kg)
shall
be
uniformly
distributed
in
the
luggage
compartments.
2.2.3.6. A mass equal to B’ (kg) shall be located at the centre of gravity of the ski-box.
2.2.3.7. The technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point shall be located at the coupling point the rear
overhang of which is stated by the vehicle manufacturer.
2.2.3.8. Values
of
Q
and
Ssp
values
Vehicle class Q
(kg) Ssp
(m 2 )
Class I and A 68 0,125
m 2
Class II 71 0,15
m 2
Class III and B 71 Not
applicable
The mass of each crew member shall be 75 kg.
2.2.3.9. The
number
of
standing
passengers
shall
not
exceed
the
value
S 1 /Ssp, where Ssp is the rated space provided for
one standing passenger as specified in the table in point 2.2.3.8.
2.2.3.10. The value of the maximum permissible mass of the luggage shall be not less than: B 100 V
2.2.4. Calculations
2.2.4.1 The
requirements
of
point
2.2.2
shall
be
verified
in
all
interior
arrangement
configurations.
2.2.4.2. In the conditions specified in point 2.2.3 the mass on each solo axle and on each group of axles shall not
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2.2.4.3. In the case of a vehicle equipped with a variable seating capacity, with an area available for standing passengers
(S 1 ) and equipped for the carriage of wheelchairs, compliance with the requirements of points 2.2.2 and
2.2.4.2 shall be verified for each of the following conditions as applicable:
(a) with all possible seats occupied followed by the remaining area for standing passengers (up to the standing
capacity limit declared by the manufacturer, if reached) and, if space remains, any wheelchair spaces
occupied;
(b) with all possible standing areas occupied (up to the standing capacity limit stated by the manufacturer)
followed by the remaining seats available for seated passengers and, if space remains, any wheelchair spaces
occupied;
(c) with all possible wheelchair spaces occupied followed by the remaining area for standing passengers (up to
the standing capacity limit stated by the manufacturer, if reached) and then the remaining seats available
for use occupied.
2.2.5.
Where the vehicle is laden as specified in point 2.2.2 the mass corresponding to the load on the front steering
axle(s) shall in no case be less than 20 % of the technically permissible maximum laden mass ‘M’.
2.2.6. Where
a
vehicle
is
to
be
type-approved
to
more
than
one
class,
the
requirements
of
Section
2
shall
apply
to
each class.
3. Towing
capacity
3.1.
The technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination shall not exceed the sum of the tech
nically permissible maximum laden mass plus the technically permissible maximum towable mass.
MC ≤ M TM
3.2.
The technically permissible maximum towable mass shall not exceed 3 500 kg.
4. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
at
the
coupling
point
4.1.
The technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point shall be at least equal to 4 % of its technically
permissible maximum towable mass, or 25 kg, whichever is the greater.
4.2.
The manufacturer shall specify in the owner’s manual the conditions for the attachment of the coupling to the
motor vehicle.
4.2.1. Where
appropriate
the
conditions
referred
to
in
point
4.2
shall
include
the
technically
permissible
maximum
mass at the coupling point of the towing vehicle, the maximum permissible mass of the coupling device, the
mounting points of the coupling and the maximum permissible rear overhang of the coupling.
5. Hill-starting
ability
5.1.
Vehicles designed to tow a trailer shall be capable of starting five times within five minutes at an up-hill
gradient of at least 12 %.
5.2.
For performing the test described in point 5.1, the towing vehicle and the trailer shall be laden so as to equal
the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination.
6. Engine
power
6.1.
The engine shall provide a power output of at least 5 kW per tonne of the technically permissible maximum
laden mass of the combination or of the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the solo vehicle
where the vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer.
6.2. The
engine
power
shall
be
measured
in
accordance
with
Council
Directive
80/1269/EEC
( 1 ) or UNECE Regu
lation No 85 ( 2 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 375, 31.12.1980, p. 46.
( 2 ) OJ L 326, 24.11.2006, p. 55.

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7. Manoeuvrability
7.1.
The vehicle shall be capable of manoeuvring on either side of a complete trajectory of 360° as shown in Figure
1 in Appendix 3 to this Annex without any of the vehicle’s outermost points protruding beyond the outer
circle or intruding inside the inner circle as the case may be.
7.1.1.
The test shall be conducted with the vehicle in both the unladen conditions (i.e. at its mass in running order)
and loaded to its technically maximum permissible laden mass.
7.1.2.
For the purposes of point 7.1, the parts permitted to protrude beyond the vehicle width referred to in
Appendix 1 to this Annex shall not be taken into account.
7.2.
For vehicles fitted with a loadable axle, the requirement of point 7.1 shall also apply where the loadable axle(s)
is in service.
7.3. The
requirements
of
section
7.1
shall
be
verified
as
follows:
7.3.1.
The vehicle shall manoeuvre inside a circular area defined by two concentric circles, the outer circle having a
radius of 12,50 m and the inner circle having a radius of 5,30 m
7.3.2.
The outermost front point of the motor vehicle shall be guided along the contour of the outer circle (see Figure
1 in Appendix 3 to this Annex).
8. Rear
swing-out
8.1. Vehicle
with
one
section
8.1.1. The
vehicle
shall
be
tested
in
accordance
with
the
drive-in
test
method
described
in
point
8.1.2.
8.1.2. Drive-in
test
method
The vehicle shall be stationary, a vertical plane tangential to the side of the vehicle and facing outwards from
the circle shall be established by marking a line on the ground.
The vehicle shall be moved from a straight line approach into the circular area described in Figure 1 with its
front wheels turned such as the front outermost point follows the contour of the outer circle (see Figure 2a of
Appendix 3 to this Annex).
8.1.3. The
vehicle
shall
be
set
to
its
mass
in
running
order.
8.1.4.
The maximum rear swing-out shall not exceed 0,60 m.
8.2. Vehicles
with
two
or
more
sections
8.2.1. The
requirements
of
point
8.1
shall
apply mutatis mutandis as regards vehicles with two or more sections.
In such a case, the two or more rigid sections shall be aligned with the plane as shown in Figure 2b of
Appendix 3 to this Annex.
PART C
Vehicles of category N 2 and N 3
1. Maximum
authorised
dimensions
1.1. The
dimensions
shall
not
exceed
the
following
values:
1.1.1. Length:
12,00
m.
1.1.2. Width:
(a) 2,55 m for any vehicle;
(b) 2,60 m for vehicles fitted with a bodywork with insulated walls of at least 45 mm thick, as referred to in
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1.1.3. Height:
4,00
m
1.2.
For the purposes of measurement of the length, width and height, the vehicle shall be at its mass in running
order, placed on a horizontal and flat surface with tyres inflated at the pressure recommended by the manu
facturer.
1.3.
Only the devices and equipment referred to in Appendix 1 of this Annex shall not be taken into account for
the determination of the length, width and height.
2. Mass
distribution
for
vehicles
fitted
with
bodywork
2.1. Calculation
procedure
Notations:
‘M’ technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass;
‘TM’ technically permissible maximum towable mass;
‘MC’ technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination;
‘m i ’ the technically permissible maximum mass on the solo axle designated ‘i’, where i varies from 1 to the
total number of axles of the vehicle;
‘m c ’ technically permissible maximum mass at the coupling point;
‘μ j ’ the technically permissible maximum mass on the group of axles designated ‘j’, where j varies from 1 to
the total number of groups of axles.
2.1.1.
Suitable calculations shall be carried out in order to make sure that the requirements set out in points 2.2 and
2.3 are fulfilled for each technical configuration within the type.
2.1.2.
In the case of vehicles fitted with loadable axles, the calculations required under points 2.2 and 2.3 shall be
carried out with the suspension of loadable axles in the normal running configuration.
2.1.3.
In the case of vehicles fitted with lift axles, the calculations required under points 2.2 and 2.3 shall be carried
out with the axles lowered.
2.2. General
requirements
2.2.1.
The sum of the technically permissible maximum mass on the solo axles plus the sum of the technically
permissible maximum mass on the groups of axles shall not be less than the technically permissible maximum
laden mass of the vehicle.
M ≤ Σ m i μ j
2.2.2.
For each group of axles designated ‘j’, the sum of the technically permissible maximum mass on its axles shall
not be less than the technically permissible maximum mass on the group of axles.
In addition, each of the masses m i shall not be less than the part of μ j applying on the axle ‘i’ as determined by
the mass distribution for that group of axles.
2.3. Specific
requirements
2.3.1.
The mass of the vehicle in running order, plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the mass of the
passengers, plus the mass of the coupling if not included in the mass in running order plus the technically
permissible maximum mass at the coupling point shall not exceed the technically permissible maximum laden
mass of the vehicle.
2.3.2. Where
the
vehicle
is
laden
to
its
technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass,
the
mass
distributed
on
an
axle
‘i’ shall not exceed the mass m i on that axle, and the mass on the group of axles ‘j’ shall not exceed the mass μ j .

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2.3.3.
The requirements of point 2.3.2 shall be complied with in the following load configurations:
2.3.3.1. Uniform
distribution
of
the
pay-mass:
the vehicle shall be at its mass in running order plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the mass of the
passengers located at the seating reference points, plus the mass of the coupling (if not included in the mass in
running order), plus the maximum permissible mass at the coupling point, plus the pay-mass being distributed
uniformly on the cargo area.
2.3.3.2. Non-uniform
distribution
of
pay-mass:
the vehicle shall be at its mass in running order plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the mass of the
passengers located at the seating reference points, plus the mass of the coupling (if not included in the mass in
running order), plus the maximum permissible mass at the coupling point, plus the pay-mass located in
accordance with the manufacturers specifications.
For such purposes the manufacturer shall state the extreme permissible possible positions of the centre of
gravity of the pay-mass and/or body and/or equipment or interior fittings (for instance: from 0,50 m to
1,30 m in front of the first rear axle).
2.3.3.3. Combination
of
uniform
and
non-uniform
distribution:
The requirements of points 2.3.3.1 and 2.3.3.2 shall be fulfilled simultaneously.
Example, a tipper lorry (distributed load) equipped with an additional crane (localised load).
2.3.3.4. Mass
transferred
by
the
fifth
wheel
coupling
(tractor
unit
for
semi-trailer):
the vehicle shall be at its mass in running order plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the mass of the
passengers located at the seating reference points, plus the mass of the coupling if not included in the mass in
running order, plus the maximum permissible mass at the fifth wheel coupling point located in accordance
with the manufacturers’ specifications (minimum and maximum fifth-wheel lead).
2.3.3.5. The
requirements
of
points
2.3.3.1
shall
always
be
fulfilled
where
the
vehicle
is
fitted
with
a
flat
cargo
area.
2.3.4.
Where the vehicle is laden to its technically permissible maximum laden mass, plus the mass of the coupling if
not included in the mass in running order, plus the maximum permissible mass at the coupling point in such a
way that the maximum permissible maximum mass on the rear group of axle (μ) or the maximum permissible
maximum on the rear axle (m) is reached, the mass on the front steering axle(s) shall not be less than 20 % of
the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the vehicle.
2.3.5. As
regards
special
purposes
vehicles
of
category
N 2 and N 3 , the technical service shall check compliance with
the requirements of Section 2 in agreement with the manufacturer, taking into account the specific design of
the vehicle (for example, mobile cranes).
3. Towing
capacity
3.1.
The technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination shall not exceed the sum of the tech
nically permissible maximum laden mass plus the technically permissible maximum towable mass.
MC ≤ M TM
4. Hill-starting
ability
and
gradeability
4.1.
Vehicles designed to tow a trailer and laden to their technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
combination shall be capable of starting five times within five minutes at an up-hill gradient of at least 12 %.
4.2. As
regard
gradeability,
off
road
vehicles
shall
be
tested
against
the
technical
requirements
of
Annex
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4.2.1.
The requirements of Section 5 of Appendix 1 to Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC shall also apply.
5. Engine
power
5.1.
Vehicles shall provide an engine power output of at least 5 kW per tonne of the technically permissible
maximum laden mass of the combination.
5.1.1.
In the case of a road tractor, or a tractor unit for semi-trailer intended for the transport of indivisible loads, the
engine power shall be at least 2 kW per tonne of the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
combination.
5.2. The
engine
power
shall
be
measured
of
in
accordance
with
Directive
80/1269/EEC
or
UNECE
Regulation
No 85.
6. Manoeuvrability
6.1.
The vehicle shall be capable of manoeuvring on either side of a complete trajectory of 360° as shown in Figure
1 of Appendix 3 to this Annex without any of the vehicle’s outermost points protruding beyond the outer
circle or intruding inside the inner circle as the case may be.
6.1.1.
The test shall be conducted with the vehicle in both the unladen conditions (i.e. at its mass in running order)
and loaded to its technically maximum permissible laden mass.
6.1.2.
For the purposes of point 6.1, the parts permitted to protrude beyond the vehicle width referred to in
Appendix 1 to this Annex shall not be taken into account.
6.2.
For vehicles fitted with axle-lift devices, the requirement of point 6.1 shall also apply with the lift axle(s) in the
lifted position and where the loadable axle(s) is in service.
6.3. The
requirements
of
point
6.1
shall
be
verified
as
follows
6.3.1. The
vehicle
shall
manoeuvre
inside
an
area
defined
by
two
concentric
circles,
the
outer
circle
having
a
radius
of
12,50 m and the inner circle having a radius of 5,30 m
6.3.2.
The outermost front point of the motor vehicle shall be guided along the contour of the outer circle (see Figure
1 of Appendix 3 to this Annex)
7. Maximum
rear
swing-out
7.1.
The vehicle shall be tested in accordance with the steady-state test method described in point 7.1.1.
7.1.1. Steady-state
test
method
7.1.1.2. The vehicle shall be stationary and shall have its front steered wheels so directed that if the vehicle moves, its
outermost point would describe a circle of 12,50 m radius.
A vertical plane tangential to the side of the vehicle and facing outwards from the circle shall be established by
marking a line on the ground.
The vehicle shall move forward such as the front outermost point follows the contour of the outer circle of
12,50 m radius.
7.2.
The maximum rear swing-out shall not exceed: (see Figure 3 of Appendix 3 to this Annex)
(a) 0,80 m;
(b) 1,00 m where the vehicle if fitted with an axle-lift device and the axle is cleared off the ground;
(c) 1,00 m where the rearmost axle is a steered axle.

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PART D
Vehicles of category O
1. Maximum
authorised
dimensions
1.1. The
dimensions
shall
not
exceed
the
following
values:
1.1.1. Length
(a) Trailer: 12,00 m including drawbar;
(b) Semi-trailer: 12,00 m plus the front overhang.
1.1.2. Width
(a) 2,55 m for any vehicle;
(b) 2,60 m for vehicles fitted with a bodywork with insulated walls of at least 45 mm thick, as referred to in
Appendix 2 to Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC.
1.1.3. Height:
4,00
m.
1.1.4.
Front fitting radius of semi-trailer: 2,04 m.
1.2.
For the purposes of measurement of the length, width and height, the vehicle shall be at its mass in running
order, placed on a horizontal and flat surface with tyres inflated at the pressure recommended by the manu
facturer.
1.3.
The measurement of the length, height and front fitting radius shall be conducted where the loading surface or
the reference surface referred to in point 1.2.1 second subparagraph of Annex 7 to UNECE Regulation No 55
is horizontal.
Adjustable drawbars shall be horizontal and aligned with the centre-line of the vehicle. They shall be set at
their horizontal most elongated position.
1.4.
Only the devices and equipment referred to in Appendix 1 to this Annex shall not be taken into account for
the determination of the dimensions referred to in point 1.1.
2. Mass
distribution
for
vehicles
fitted
with
bodywork
2.1. Calculation
procedure
Notations:
‘M’ technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass;
‘m 0 ’ technically permissible maximum mass at the front coupling point;
‘m i ’ the technically permissible maximum mass on the axle designated ‘i’, where i varies from 1 to the total
number of axles of the vehicle;
‘m c ’ technically permissible maximum mass at the rear coupling point;
‘μ j ’ the technically permissible maximum mass on the group of axles designated ‘j’, where j varies from 1 to
the total number of groups of axles.
2.1.1.
Suitable calculations shall be carried out in order to make sure that the requirements set out in points 2.2 and
2.3 are fulfilled for each technical configuration within the type.
2.1.2.
In the case of vehicles fitted with loadable axles, the calculations required under points 2.2 and 2.3 shall be
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2.1.3.
In the case of vehicles fitted with lift axles, the calculations required under points 2.2 and 2.3 shall be carried
out with the axles lowered.
2.2. General
requirements
2.2.1.
The sum of the technically permissible maximum mass at the front coupling point plus the technically
permissible maximum mass on the solo axles or group of axles plus the technically permissible maximum
mass at the rear coupling point shall be not less than the technically permissible maximum laden mass of the
vehicle.
M ≤ Σ m 0 m i μ j m c
2.2.2.
For each group of axles designated ‘j’, the sum of the masses m i on its axles shall not be less than the mass μ j .
In addition, each of the masses m i shall not be less than the part of μ j applying on the axle ‘i’ as determined by
the mass distribution for that group of axles.
2.3. Specific
requirements
2.3.1.
The mass of the vehicle in running order, plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the technically
permissible maximum mass at the coupling point(s) shall not exceed the technically permissible maximum
laden mass of the vehicle.
2.3.2.
Where the vehicle is laden to its technically permissible maximum laden mass, the mass distributed on a solo
axle ‘i’ shall neither exceed the mass m i on that axle, nor the mass μ j on the group of axles, nor the technically
permissible maximum mass at the coupling point m 0 .
2.3.3.
The requirements of point 2.3.2 shall be complied with in the following load configurations:
2.3.3.1. Uniform
distribution
of
the
pay-mass
The vehicle shall be at its mass in running order plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the pay-mass
being distributed uniformly on the cargo area;
2.3.3.2. Non-uniform
distribution
of
the
pay-mass
The vehicle shall be at its mass in running order plus the mass of the optional equipment plus the pay-mass
located in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications.
For such purposes the manufacturer shall state the extreme permissible possible positions of the centre of
gravity of the pay-mass and/or body and/or equipment or interior fittings (for instance: from 0,50 m to
1,30 m in front of the first rear axle);
2.3.3.3. Combination
of
uniform
and
non-uniform
distribution:
The requirements of points 2.3.3.1 and 2.3.3.2 shall be fulfilled simultaneously.
2.3.3.4. The
requirements
of
points
2.3.3.1
shall
always
be
fulfilled
where
the
vehicle
is
fitted
with
a
flat
cargo
area.
2.3.4. Specific
requirements
for
trailer
caravans
2.3.4.1. The
minimum
pay-mass
(PM)
shall
meet
the
following
requirement:
PM in kg ≥ 10 n L
Where
‘n’ is the maximum number of berths and
‘L’ is the overall length of the body length as defined in point 6.1.2 of Standard ISO 7237:1981.

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3. Manoeuvrability
requirements
3.1. Trailers
and
semi-trailers
shall
be
so
designed
that,
when
coupled
to
a
towing
vehicle,
the
combination
is
capable of manoeuvring on either side of a complete trajectory of 360° made up of two concentric circles, the
outer circle having a radius of 12,50 m and the inner circle having a radius of 5,30 m without any of the
vehicle’s outermost points of the towing vehicle protruding beyond the outer circle or any of the outermost
points of the trailer or semi-trailer intruding inside the inner circle.
3.2.
A semi-trailer shall be deemed to comply with the requirement of point 3.1. if its reference wheelbase ‘RWB’
meets the following requirement:
RWB ≤ 12,50 – 2,042
2
– 5,30 W

where:
‘RWB’ is the distance between the king-pin axis and the centre line of the non-steering axles.
‘W’ is
the
semi-trailer’s
width
3.3.
Where one or more of the non-steering axles has an axle lift device the reference wheelbase with the axle
lowered or the axle lifted — whichever is the longest — shall be taken into account.

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Appendix 1
List of devices and equipment that are not required to be taken into account for the determination of the
outermost dimensions
1. Subject to the additional restrictions provided in the following tables, the devices and equipment listed in Tables I, II
and III are not required to be taken into account for the determination of the outermost dimensions where the
following requirements are fulfilled:
(a) Where several devices are fitted at the front, the total protrusion of those devices shall not exceed 250 mm;
(b) The total protrusion of devices and equipment added to the length of the vehicle shall not exceed 750 mm;
(c) With the exception of rear-view mirrors, the total protrusion of devices and equipment added to the width of the
vehicle shall not exceed 100 mm.
2. The requirements set out in points (a) and (b) of paragraph 1 shall not apply to devices for indirect vision.
Table I
Vehicle length
Item Vehicles
categories
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
1.
Devices for indirect vision as defined in point
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
2.1 of UNECE Regulation No 46 ( 1 )
2. Wiper
and
washer
devices
x
x
x
x
x
x
3. External
sun
visors
—
—
—
—
x
x
—
—
—
—
4. Frontal
protection
system
type-approved
in x
x
accordance with Regulation (EC) No
78/2009 of the European Parliament and of
the Council ( 2 )
5. Access
steps
and
hand-holds
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
6. Coupling
(when
removable)
x
x
x
x
x
x
—
—
—
—
7. Additional
coupling
at
the
rear
of
a
trailer —
—
—
—
—
—
x
x
x
x
(when removable)
8. Bike
carrier
(when
removable
or
retractable)
x
x
—
—
—
—
—
—
9. Lift
platforms,
access
ramps
or
similar x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
equipment (when they are in undeployed
position and do not protrude by more than
300 mm) provided that the loading capacity
of the vehicle is not increased.
10. Watching
and
detection
aids
including
radars —
x
x
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
11. Resilient
buffers
and
similar
equipment
—
—
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
12. Custom
sealing
devices
and
their
protections —
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

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Item Vehicles
categories
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
13. Devices
for
securing
the
tarpaulin
and
their —
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
protection
14. Length
stops
for
demountable
bodies
—
—
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
15. Trolley booms of electrically-propelled —
—
x
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
vehicles
16. Front
or
rear
marking
plates
—
x
x
—
x
x
x
x
x
X
17. Optional lamps as defined in Section 2 of x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
UNECE Regulation No 48 ( 3 ).
18. Foldable
devices
and
equipment
designed
to —
x
x
—
x
x
—
—
x
x
reduce aerodynamic drag provided that they
do not protrude at the back by more than
500 mm from the outermost length of the
vehicle and they do not increase the length
of the loading area.
Such devices must be designed so as to be
retractable when the vehicle is at stand-still
in such a way that the maximum authorised
length is not exceeded and they do not impair
the capability of the vehicle to be used for
intermodal transport.
( 1 ) OJ L 177, 10.7.2010, p. 211.
( 2 ) OJ L 35, 4.2.2009, p. 1.
( 3 ) OJ L 135, 23.5.2008, p. 1.
Table II
Vehicle width
Item Vehicles
categories
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
1.
Devices for indirect vision as defined in point
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
2.1 of UNECE Regulation No 46
2. The
deflected
part
of
the
tyre
walls
at
the x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
point of contact with the road surface
3. Tyre
failure
tell-tale
devices
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
4. Tyre-pressure
indicators
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
5. Side-marker
lamps
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
6. Lighting
equipment
6.1. End-outline marker lamps
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
6.2. Side-retro-reflectors
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
6.3. Direction-indicator lamps
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

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Item Vehicles
categories
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
6.4. Rear position lamps
—
—
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
6.5. Service-door lighting systems
—
x
x
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
7. Access
ramps,
lift
platforms
and
similar —
x
x
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
equipment (when undeployed and provided
that they do not exceed 10 mm from the
side of the vehicle and the corners of the
ramps facing forwards or rearwards are
rounded to a radius of not less than 5 mm;
the edges must be rounded to a radius of not
less than 2,5 mm
8. Retractable
lateral
guidance
devices
intended —
—
x
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
for use on guided bus system, if not retracted.
9. Retractable
steps
when
deployed
and
the x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
vehicle is in stand-still position
10. Watching
and
detection
aids
including
radars —
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
11. Devices
and
equipment
especially
designed
to —
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
reduce aerodynamic drag provided that they
do not protrude by more than 50 mm on
each side from the outermost width of the
vehicle and they do not increase the loading
capacity.
Such devices must be designed so as to be
retractable when the vehicle is at stand-still
in such a way that the maximum authorised
width is not exceeded and they do not impair
the capability of the vehicle to be used for
intermodal transport.
Where the devices and equipment are in
service, the vehicle width shall not exceed
2 650 mm.
12. Customs
sealing
devices
and
their
protection —
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
13. Devices
for
securing
the
tarpaulin
and
their —
—
—
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
protection not projecting by more than
20 mm where they are no more than 2,0 m
from the ground level and no more than
50 mm where they are more than 2,0 m
from the ground level. The edges shall be
rounded to a radius of not less than 2,5 mm.
14. Protruding flexible parts of a spray- —
—
—
—
x
x
—
—
x
x
suppression system referred to in Commission
Regulation (EU) No 109/2011 ( 1 ).
15. Flexible
mudguards
not
covered
under
entry —
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
14.
16. Snow
chains
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x

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Item Vehicles
categories
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
17. Safety
railings
on
vehicle
transporters.
—
—
—
—
x
x
—
—
x
x
Only for vehicles designed and constructed to
transport at least two other vehicles and for
which the safety railings are more than 2,0 m
but not more than 3,70 m from the ground
and do not project by more than 50 mm
from the outermost side of the vehicle.
The vehicle width shall not exceed 2 650 mm.
( 1 ) OJ L 34, 9.2.2011, p. 2.
Table III
Vehicle height
M 1
M 2
M 3
N 1
N 2
N 3
O 1
O 2
O 3
O 4
1. Radio
or
radio-navigation
antenna
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
2. Pantographs
or
trolley
booms
in
their —
—
x
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
elevated position

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Appendix 2
Permissible deviations for type-approval and conformity of production
1. Dimensions
1.1. Measurement of the overall length, width and height shall be carried out in accordance with point 1.2 of Parts A to
D of this Annex.
1.2. Under the condition that the limits specified in point 1.1 of Part A to D of this Annex are not exceeded, the actual
dimensions may differ from those stated by the manufacturer by not more than 3 %.
2. Mass
in
running
order
and
actual
mass
of
the
vehicle
2.1. The mass in running order shall be checked from the actual mass by weighing the vehicle and deducting the mass of
the optional equipment fitted. For such purposes the weighing instrument shall comply with the requirements of
Directive 2009/23/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council ( 1 ).
2.2. The mass in running order determined in accordance with the requirements of point 2.1 may deviate from the
nominal value stated in point 2.6(b) of Annex I or in Part I, section A or B of Annex III to Directive 2007/46/EC or
in the relevant entry of the certificate of conformity by not more than:
(a) 3 % as regards the permissible lower and upper deviations (= the negative and positive deviation around the
declared value) as regards M, N and O vehicles with the exception of special purpose vehicles;
(b) 5 % as regards the permissible lower and upper deviations (= the negative and positive deviation around the
declared value) as regards special purpose vehicles;
(c) 5 % as regards the permissible lower and upper deviations (= the negative and positive deviation around the
declared value) for the purposes of Article 12(2) of Directive 2007/46/EC.
( 1 ) OJ L 122, 16.5.2009, p. 6.

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Appendix 3
Figures regarding manoeuvrability requirements
Figure 1
Manoeuvrability circle r = 5,3 m R = 12,5 m
Figure 2
Drive-in method for M 2 and M 3 vehicles
Figure 2a:
Figure 2b:
rear swing-out (non-articulated
rear swing-out (articulated
vehicles)
vehicles)
R = 12,5 m
R = 12,5 m
r = 5,3 m
r = 5,3 m
U
U
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max ≤ 60 cm

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Figure 3
Steady-state method for N 2 and N 3 vehicles

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the
European
Union L
353/59
ANNEX II
GRADEABILITY OF OFF-ROAD VEHICLES
1. General
1.1. This Annex lays down the technical requirements for the purposes of verifying the gradeability of a vehicle in order
to be categorised as off-road vehicle in accordance with Section 4 of Part A of Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC.
1.2. The
technical
service
shall
verify
if
the
complete
or
completed
vehicle,
or
tractor
unit
for
semi-trailer
is
to
be
considered as an off-road vehicle in accordance with the requirements laid down in Annex II to 2007/46/EC.
1.3. For incomplete vehicles, this verification shall be carried out only at the request of the manufacturer.
2. Test
conditions
2.1. Vehicle
conditions
2.1.1. The vehicle shall be set in the conditions recommended by the manufacturer and fitted with the equipment
referred to in Annex I to Directive 2007/46/EC.
2.1.2. The adjustment of the brakes, clutch (or equivalent), engine and gear box shall be set in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations for the purposes of use off the normal roads.
2.1.3. The tyres shall be those recommended for off-roads use. They shall have a tread depth of not less than 90 % of the
tread depth of a new tyre. The tyre pressure shall be adjusted to the value recommended by the tyre manufacturer.
2.1.4. The vehicle shall be loaded at its technically permissible maximum laden mass with a load distribution propor
tional to the distribution of the maximum mass on the axles as stated by the manufacturer.
For example a vehicle of 7,5 tonnes with a maximum mass on the front axle of 4 tonnes and a maximum mass on
the rear axle of 6 tonnes shall be tested with a mass of 3 tonnes (40 %) on the front axle and 4,5 tonnes (60 %) on
the rear axle.
2.2. Test
track
conditions
2.2.1. The surface of the test track shall be dry, made of asphalt or concrete
2.2.2. The gradient shall show a continuous percentage of 25 % with a tolerance of + 3 % (θ = 14 degrees).
2.2.3. In agreement with the manufacturer, the test may be performed on a gradient that shows a percentage greater than
25 %. The test shall be conducted with maximum masses reduced in relation to the test conditions.
These conditions shall be reported.
2.2.4. The surface of the track shall show a good coefficient of adhesion.
The Skid Resistance Index (‘SRI’) of the surface shall be measured in accordance with Standard CEN/TS 13036-2:
2010 Road and airfield surface characteristics – Test methods – Part 2: Assessment of the skid resistance of a road
pavement surface by use of dynamic measuring systems.
The mean value of the SRI shall be reported.
3. Test
procedure
3.1. The
vehicle
shall
be
first
placed
on
a
horizontal
surface.
3.2. The mode of traction shall be set as for off-roads use. The gear(s) engaged shall allow a steady speed.
3.3. Sections 4 and 5 of Appendix 1 to Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC shall apply.

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ANNEX III
CONDITIONS OF EQUIVALENCE OF A SUSPENSION TO AIR-SUSPENSION
1. This
Annex
lays
down
the
technical
conditions
relating
to
the
equivalence
of
a
suspension
to
air-suspension
for
vehicle driving axle(s).
2.
In order to be recognised as equivalent to air suspension, a suspension shall comply with the following require
ments:
2.1. During free transient low-frequency vertical oscillation of the sprung mass above a driving axle or group of axles,
the measured frequency and damping with the suspension carrying its maximum load shall fall within the limits
defined in points 2.3 to 2.6
2.2. Each axle shall be fitted with hydraulic dampers. On groups of axles, the dampers shall be positioned to minimise
the oscillation of the groups of axles.
2.3. The mean damping ratio Dm shall be more than 20 % of critical damping for the suspension in its normal
condition with hydraulic dampers in place and operating.
2.4. The damping ratio Dr of the suspension with all hydraulic dampers removed or incapacitated shall be not more
than 50 % of Dm.
2.5. The frequency of the sprung mass above the driving axle or group of axles in a free transient vertical oscillation
shall not be higher than 2,0 Hz.
2.6. The
test
procedures
for
measuring
the
frequency
and
damping
shall
be
laid
down
in
point
3.
3. Test
procedure
3.1. Frequency
and
damping
3.1.1. The free oscillation of the sprung mass shall be given by the following equation:
d
dZ
M 2 Z
dt 2 C dt KZ O
Where
‘M’ is the sprung mass (kg),
‘Z’ is the vertical displacement of the sprung mass (m),
‘C’ is the total damping coefficient (N.s/m) and
‘K’ is the total vertical stiffness between the road surface and the sprung mass (N/m).
3.1.2. The frequency of oscillation (‘F’ in Hz) of the sprung mass shall be given by the following equation:

1
C
F

2
r
–
M 4M
K
2π
3.1.3. The damping is critical when C = Co

2
where:
Co
p
2
The damping ratio as a fraction of critical is C/Co.
KM
3.1.4. During free transient oscillation of the sprung mass the vertical motion of the mass will follow a damped
sinusoidal path (Figure 2). The frequency can be estimated by measuring the time for as many cycles of oscillation
as can be observed. The damping can be estimated by measuring the heights of successive peaks of the oscillation
in the same direction.
3.1.5. If the peak amplitudes of the first and second cycles of the oscillation are A 1 and A 2 , then the damping ratio D is
given by the following equation:
C
1
A
D

1

ln
Co 2π A 2
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3.2. Test
procedure
To establish by test the damping ratio Dm, the damping ratio Dr, with hydraulic dampers removed, and the
frequency F of the suspension, the loaded vehicle shall be either:
(a) driven at low speed (5 km/h ± 1 km/h) over an 80 mm step with the profile shown in Figure 1. The transient
oscillation to be analysed for frequency and damping occurs after the wheels of the driving axle have left the
step;
(b) pulled down by its chassis so that the driving axle load is 1,5 times its maximum static value. The vehicle held
down is suddenly released and the subsequent oscillation analysed;
(c) pulled up by its chassis so that the sprung mass is lifted by 80 mm above the driving axle. The vehicle held up
is suddenly dropped and the subsequent oscillation analysed;
(d) subjected to other procedures insofar as it has been proved by the manufacturer, to the satisfaction of the
technical service, that they are equivalent.
3.3. Test
equipment
of
the
vehicle
and
loading
conditions
3.3.1 The vehicle shall be fitted with a vertical displacement transducer between driving axle and chassis, directly above
the driving axle. From the trace, the time interval between the first and second compression peaks shall be
measured to obtain the damping.
For twin driving groups of axles, vertical displacement transducers shall be fitted between each driving axle and the
chassis directly above it.
3.3.2. The tyres shall be inflated to the appropriate pressure recommended by the manufacturer.
3.3.3 The test for verifying the equivalence of the suspensions shall be made at the technically permissible maximum
mass on the axle or group of axles, and the equivalence assumed to cover all the lower masses.
Figure 1
Step for suspension tests
Figure 2
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ANNEX IV
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF LIFT- OR LOADABLE AXLE(S) ON VEHICLES
1. If
a
vehicle
is
fitted
with
one
or
more
lift-
or
loadable
axles
it
shall
be
ensured
that
under
normal
driving
conditions
the registration/in-service maximum permissible masses on solo axles or groups of axles are not exceeded. To that
end the lift- or loadable axle(s) shall be lowered to the ground or be loaded automatically if the nearest axle(s) of the
group or the front axle(s) of the motor vehicle is/are laden to its/their registration/in- service maximum permissible
mass(es).
Where a lift axle is in elevated position, it shall be ensured that the mass on the steering axle(s) continues to be
sufficient to ensure the safe driving of the vehicle in all circumstances. For such purposes, the vehicle manufacturer
shall specify, in the case of incomplete vehicles, the minimum mass on the steering axle(s).
2. Every axle-lift device fitted to a vehicle, as well as the systems for its operation, shall be designed and installed in
such a manner as to protect them against any improper use or tampering.
3. Requirements
for
moving
off
vehicles
on
slippery
surfaces
and
to
improve
their
manoeuvrability
3.1. By way of derogation from the requirements of point 1 and to help motor vehicles or vehicle combinations to move
off on slippery ground and to increase the traction of the tyres on these surfaces as well to improve their
manoeuvrability, the axle lift device may actuate the lift- or loadable axle(s) of a motor vehicle or semi-trailer to
increase or decrease the mass on the driving axle of the motor vehicle, subject to the following conditions:
(a) the mass corresponding to the load on each axle of the vehicle may exceed the maximum authorised mass on
the axle in force in the Member State by up to 30 % provided it does not exceed the value stated by the
manufacturer for this special purpose;
(b) the mass corresponding to the remaining load on the front axle(s) shall remain above zero (i.e. in case of a rear
loadable axle with long rear overhang, the vehicle may not tip up);
(c) the lift- or loadable axle(s) shall be actuated only by a specific control;
(d) after the vehicle has moved off and before its speed exceeds 30 km/h, the axle(s) shall automatically be lowered
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ANNEX V
PART A
INFORMATION DOCUMENT
MODEL TO BE USED
Information document No … relating to the EC type-approval of a motor vehicle and their trailers with regard the masses
and dimensions of a vehicle.
The following information shall be supplied in triplicate and include a list of contents. Any drawings shall be supplied in
appropriate scale and in sufficient detail on size A4 or on a folder of A4 format. Photographs, if any, shall show sufficient
detail.
0. GENERAL
0.1. Make
(trade
name
of
manufacturer):
....................................................................................................................................
0.2. Type:
.............................................................................................................................................................................................
0.2.1. Commercial
name(s)
(if
available):
........................................................................................................................................
0.4. Category
of
vehicle
( c ): .............................................................................................................................................................
0.5. Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
..................................................................................................................
0.8. Name(s)
and
address(es)
of
assembly
plant(s):
...................................................................................................................
0.9. Name
and
address
of
the
manufacturer’s
representative
(if
any):
.................................................................................
1. GENERAL
CONSTRUCTION
CHARACTERISTICS
OF
THE
VEHICLE
1.1. Photographs
and/or
drawings
of
a
representative
vehicle:
.............................................................................................
1.2. Dimensional
drawing
of
the
whole
vehicle:
.......................................................................................................................
1.3. Number
of
axles
and
wheels:
.................................................................................................................................................
1.3.1. Number
and
position
of
axles
with
twin
wheels:
............................................................................................................
1.3.2. Number
and
position
of
steered
axles:
...............................................................................................................................
1.3.3. Powered
axles
(number,
position,
interconnection):
.........................................................................................................
1.4. Chassis
(if
any)
(overall
drawing):
.........................................................................................................................................
1.7. Driving
cab
(forward
control
or
bonneted)
( e ): ..................................................................................................................
1.9.
Specify if the towing vehicle is intended to tow semi-trailers or other trailers and, if the trailer is a semi-,
drawbar-, centre-axle- or rigid drawbar trailer: .................................................................................................................
1.10.
Specify if the vehicles is specially designed for the controlled-temperature carriage of goods: ...........................

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2. MASSES
AND
DIMENSIONS
( f ) ( g ) ( 7 )
(in kg and mm) (Refer to drawing where applicable)
2.1. Wheel
base(s)
(fully
loaded) ( g1 ): ........................................................................................................................................
2.1.1. Two-axle
vehicles:
.....................................................................................................................................................................
2.1.2. Vehicles
with
three
or
more
axles
2.1.2.1.
Axle spacing between consecutive axles going from the foremost to the rearmost axle: ....................................
2.1.2.2. Total
axle
spacing:
.....................................................................................................................................................................
2.2. Fifth
wheel
2.2.1. In
the
case
of
semi-trailers
2.2.1.1.
Distance between the axis of the fifth wheel kingpin and the rearmost end of the semi-trailer: ......................
2.2.1.2.
Maximum distance between the axis of the fifth wheel king pin and any point on the front of the semi-
trailer: ...........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.2.1.3. Semi-trailer reference wheelbase (as required in point 3.2 of Part D of Annex I to Regulation (EU)
No 1230/2012: ...........................................................................................................................................................................
2.2.2. In
the
case
of
semi-trailer
towing
vehicles
2.2.2.1.
Fifth wheel lead (maximum and minimum; indicate the permissible values in the case of an incomplete
vehicle) ( g2 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................................
2.3. Axle
track(s)
and
width(s)
2.3.1. Track
of
each
steered
axle
( g4 ): ...............................................................................................................................................
2.3.2. Track
of
all
other
axles
( g4 ): ....................................................................................................................................................
2.4. Range
of
vehicle
dimensions
(overall)
2.4.1. For
chassis
without
bodywork
2.4.1.1. Length
( g5 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.1.1. Maximum
permissible
length: ................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.1.2. Minimum
permissible
length: .................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.1.3. In
the
case
of
trailers,
maximum
permissible
drawbar
length
( g6 ): ..............................................................................
2.4.1.2. Width
( g7 ): ....................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.2.1. Maximum
permissible
width: .................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.2.2. Minimum
permissible
width: ..................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.3. Height
( g8 ) (for suspensions adjustable for height, indicate normal running position): ..........................................
2.4.1.4. Front
overhang
( g9 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.4.1. Approach
angle
( g10 ) ( 4 ): .............. degrees.
2.4.1.5. Rear
overhang
( g11 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.5.1. Departure
angle
( g12 ) ( 4 ): .............. degrees.
2.4.1.5.2. Minimum
and
maximum
permissible
overhang
of
the
coupling
point
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2.4.1.6.
Ground clearance (as defined in points 3.1.1 and 3.2.1 of Appendix 1 to Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC)
2.4.1.6.1. Between
the
axles: .....................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.6.2. Under
the
front
axle(s): ............................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.6.3. Under
the
rear
axle(s): .............................................................................................................................................................
2.4.1.8.
Position of the centre of gravity of the bodywork and/or interior fittings and/or equipment and/or pay-mass
(minimum and maximum): .....................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2. For
chassis
with
bodywork
2.4.2.1. Length
( g5 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.1.1. Length
of
the
loading
area: ....................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.2. Width
( g7 ): ....................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.2.1. Thickness of the walls (in the case of vehicles designed for controlled-temperature carriage of
goods): .........................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.3. Height
( g8 ) (for suspensions adjustable for height, indicate normal running position): ..........................................
2.4.2.4. Front
overhang
( g9 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.4.1. Approach
angle
( g10 ) ( 4 ): ...... degrees.
2.4.2.5. Rear
overhang
( g11 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.5.1. Departure
angle
( g12 ) ( 4 ): ...... degrees.
2.4.2.5.2. Minimum
and
maximum
permissible
overhang
of
the
coupling
point
( g13 ): ............................................................
2.4.2.6. Ground clearance (as defined in points 3.1.1 and 3.2.1 of Appendix 1 to Annex II to Directive
2007/46/EC) ( 4 )
2.4.2.6.1. Between
the
axles: .....................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.6.2. Under
the
front
axle(s): ............................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.6.3. Under
the
rear
axle(s): .............................................................................................................................................................
2.4.2.8.
Positions of the centre of gravity of the pay-mass (in the case of non-uniform load): ........................................
2.4.3. For
bodywork
approved
without
chassis
(vehicles
M 2 and M 3 )
2.4.3.1. Length
( g5 ): ...................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.3.2. Width
( g7 ): ....................................................................................................................................................................................
2.4.3.3. Height
( g8 ) on intended chassis type(s) (for suspensions adjustable for height, indicate normal running posi
tion): .............................................................................................................................................................................................
2.5. Minimum
mass
on
the
steering
axle(s)
for
incomplete
vehicles: ........................................................................
2.6. Mass
in
running
order ( h )
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: .................................................................................................................

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2.6.1. Distribution
of
this
mass
among
the
axles
and,
in
the
case
of
a
semi-trailer,
centre-axle
trailer
or
rigid
drawbar
trailer, the mass on the coupling point: ..............................................................................................................................
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: .................................................................................................................
2.6.2.
Mass of the optional equipment (see definition No 5 of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No 1230/2012: .........
2.8. Technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass ( i ): ......................................................................................................
2.8.1. Distribution
of
this
mass
among
the
axles
and,
in
the
case
of
a
semi-trailer,
centre-axle
trailer
or
rigid
drawbar
trailer, load on the coupling point: .......................................................................................................................................
2.9. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
on
each
axle: ...........................................................................................
2.10. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
on
each
group
of
axles: ......................................................................
2.11. Technically
permissible
maximum
towable
mass
of
the
towing
vehicle
in case of:
2.11.1. Drawbar
trailer:
...........................................................................................................................................................................
2.11.2. Semi-trailer:
.................................................................................................................................................................................
2.11.3. Centre-axle
trailer:
.....................................................................................................................................................................
2.11.4. Rigid
drawbar
trailer:
...............................................................................................................................................................
2.11.4.1. Maximum
ratio
of
the
coupling
overhang
( j ) to the wheel base: .................................................................................
2.11.4.2. Maximum
V-value:
......
kN.
2.11.5. Technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass
of
the
combination:
...........................................................................
2.11.6. Maximum
mass
of
unbraked
trailer:
....................................................................................................................................
2.12. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
at
the
coupling
point:
2.12.1. of
a
towing
vehicle:
..................................................................................................................................................................
2.12.2.
of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar trailer: .................................................................................
2.12.3. Maximum
permissible
mass
of
the
coupling
device
(if
not
fitted
by
the
manufacturer):
.....................................
2.16. Intended
registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
masses
(optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
laden
mass
( 5 ): ........................................................................................
2.16.2.
Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in the case of a semi-trailer or centre-
axle trailer, intended load on the coupling point stated by the manufacturer if lower than the technically
permissible maximum mass on the coupling point ( 5 ): ..................................................................................................
2.16.3. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
mass
on
each
group
of
axles
( 5 ): ......................................................
2.16.4. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
towable
mass
( 5 ): ...................................................................................
2.16.5. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
mass
of
the
combination
( 5 ): .............................................................

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3. POWER
PLANT
( k )
3.1. Manufacturer
of
the
engine: ...............................................................................................................................................
3.2. Internal
combustion
engine
3.2.1.8. Maximum
net
power
( n ): ...... kW at ...... min –1 (manufacturer’s declared value)
Note: for the purposes of this Regulation, it is permitted to refer to the engine that shows the lowest power
3.3. Electric
motor
3.3.1.1. Maximum
hourly
output:
......
kW
3.4. Engine
or
motor
combination
3.4.1. Hybrid
electric
vehicle:
yes/no
( 1 )
3.4.5.4. Maximum
power:
......
kW
4. TRANSMISSION
( p )
4.1. Drawing
of
the
transmission ( 4 ): .......................................................................................................................................
5. AXLES
5.1. Description
of
each
axle:
.........................................................................................................................................................
5.2. Make:
............................................................................................................................................................................................
5.3. Type:
.............................................................................................................................................................................................
5.4. Position
of
lift
axle(s):
...............................................................................................................................................................
5.5. Position
of
loadable
axle(s):
....................................................................................................................................................
6. SUSPENSION
6.1. Drawing
of
the
suspension
arrangements:
..........................................................................................................................
6.2.
Type and design of the suspension of each axle or group of axles or wheel: ........................................................
6.2.3. Air-suspension
for
driving
axle(s):
yes/no
( 1 )
6.2.3.1. Suspension
of
driving
axle(s)
equivalent
to
air-suspension:
yes/no
( 1 )
6.2.3.2.
Frequency and damping of the oscillation of the sprung mass: ..................................................................................
6.2.4. Air-suspension
for
non-driving
axle(s):
yes/no
( 1 )
6.2.4.1. Suspension
of
non-driving
axle(s)
equivalent
to
air-suspension:
yes/no
( 1 )
6.2.4.2.
Frequency and damping of the oscillation of the sprung mass: ..................................................................................
6.3.
Distribution of the mass between the axles which are part of a group of axles (where necessary, provide
appropriate graphs): ..................................................................................................................................................................
6.6. Tyres
and
wheels
6.6.1. Tyre/wheel
combination(s)
( r )
(a) for tyres indicate
(i) size designation: .........................................................................................................................................................

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(ii) load-capacity index: ....................................................................................................................................................
(iii) speed category symbol: .............................................................................................................................................
6.6.1.1. Axles
6.6.1.1.1. Axle
1: .........................................................................................................................................................................................
6.6.1.1.2. Axle
2: .........................................................................................................................................................................................
etc.
9. BODYWORK
9.1. Type
of
bodywork
using
the
codes
defined
in
Part
C
of
Annex
II:
...........................................................................
9.10.3. Seats
9.10.3.1. Number
of
seating
positions
( s ): ............................................................................................................................................
9.10.3.1.1. Location and arrangement: ......................................................................................................................................................
9.10.3.5. Coordinates
or
drawing
of
the
R-point
( t )
9.10.3.5.1. Driver’s seat: ................................................................................................................................................................................
9.10.3.5.2. All other seating positions: .....................................................................................................................................................
9.25 Devices
designed
to
reduce
aerodynamic
drag
9.25.1. Drawing
and
description
of
the
device
11. CONNECTIONS
BETWEEN
TOWING
VEHICLES
AND
TRAILERS
AND
SEMI-TRAILERS
11.1. Class
and
type
of
the
coupling
device(s)
fitted
or
to
be
fitted:
....................................................................................
11.2.
Characteristics D, U, S and V of the coupling device(s) fitted or minimal characteristics D, U, S and V of the
coupling device(s) to be fitted: ...... daN
13. SPECIAL
PROVISIONS
FOR
BUSES
AND
COACHES
13.1.
Class of vehicle: Class I/Class II/Class III/Class A/Class B ( 1 )
13.2. Area
for
passengers
(m 2 )
13.2.1. Total
(S 0 ): .....................................................................................................................................................................................
13.2.2. Upper
deck
(S 0a ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.2.3. Lower
deck
(S 0b ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.2.4. For
standing
passengers
(S 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................
13.3. Number
of
passengers
(seated
and
standing)
13.3.1. Total
(N):
......................................................................................................................................................................................
13.3.2. Upper
deck
(N a ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.3.3. Lower
deck
(N b ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.4. Number
of
passengers
seated
13.4.1. Total
(A):
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13.4.2. Upper
deck
(A a ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.4.3. Lower
deck
(A b ) ( 1 ): ..................................................................................................................................................................
13.4.4. Number
of
wheelchair
positions
for
category
M 2 and M 3 vehicles: ...........................................................................
13.7. Volume
of
luggage
compartments
(m 3 ): ............................................................................................................................
13.12.
Drawing with dimensions showing the interior arrangement as regards the seating positions, area for standees,
wheelchair user(s), luggage compartments including racks and ski-box, if any
Explanatory notes
( 1 ) Delete
where
not
applicable
(there
are
cases
where
nothing
needs
to
be
deleted
when
more
than
one
entry
is
applicable).
( 4 ) Only for the purpose of definition of off-road vehicles.
( 5 ) Set out in such a way as to make the actual value clear for each technical configuration of the vehicle type.
( 7 ) Optional equipment that affects the dimensions of the vehicle shall be specified.
( b ) If the means of identification of type contains characters not relevant to describe the vehicle, component or separate technical unit
types covered by this information document, such characters shall be represented in the documentation by the symbol ‘?’
(e.g. ABC??123??).
( c ) Classified
according
to
the
definitions
set
out
in
Part
A
of
Annex
II.
( e ) ‘Forward control’ as defined in point 2.7 of Annex I to Council Directive 74/297/EEC ( 1 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 165, 20.6.1974, p. 16.
( f ) Where there is one version with a normal cab and another with a sleeper cab, both sets of masses and dimensions are to be stated
( g ) Standard ISO 612: 1978 – Road vehicles – Dimensions of motor vehicles and towed vehicles – terms and definitions.
( g1 ) — term No
6.4.
( g2 ) — term No
6.19.2.
( g3 ) — term No
6.20.
( g4 ) — term No
6.5.
( g5 ) — term No 6.1 and for vehicles other than those of category M 1 .
In the case of trailers, the lengths shall be specified as mentioned in term No 6.1.2 of Standard ISO 612: 1978.
( g6 ) — term No
6.17.
( g7 ) — term No 6.2 and for vehicles other than those of category M 1 .
( g8 ) — term No 6.3 and for vehicles other than those of category M 1 .
( g9 ) — term No
6.6.
( g10 ) — term No 6.10.
( g11 ) — term No 6.7.
( g12 ) — term No 6.11.
( g13 ) — term No 6.18.1.
( g14 ) — term No 6.9.
( h ) The
mass
of
the
driver
is
assessed
at
75
kg.
The liquid containing systems (except those for used water that must remain empty) are filled to 100 % of the capacity specified by
the manufacturer.
The information referred to in points 2.6(a) and 2.6.1(a) do not need to be provided for vehicle categories N 2 , N 3 , M 2 , M 3 , O 3 , and
O 4 .
( i ) For trailers or semi-trailers, and for vehicles coupled with a trailer or a semi-trailer, which exert a significant vertical load on the
coupling device or the fifth wheel, this load, divided by standard acceleration of gravity, is included in the maximum technically
permissible mass.
( j ) ‘Coupling overhang’ is the horizontal distance between the coupling for centre-axle trailers and the centreline of the rear axle(s).
( k ) In the case of a vehicle that can run either on petrol, diesel, etc., or also in combination with another fuel, items shall be repeated.
In the case of non-conventional engines and systems, particulars equivalent to those referred to here shall be supplied by the
manufacturer.
( l ) This
figure
shall
be
rounded
off
to
the
nearest
tenth
of
a
millimetre.
( n ) Determined
in
accordance
with
the
requirements
of
Council
Directive
80/1269/EEC
( 1 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 375, 31.12.1980, p. 46.
( o ) Determined
in
accordance
with
the
requirements
of
Council
Directive
80/1268/EEC
( 1 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 375, 31.12.1980, p. 36.
( p ) The
specified
particulars
are
to
be
given
for
any
proposed
variants.
( r ) For tyres of category Z intended to be fitted on vehicles whose maximum speed exceeds 300 km/h equivalent information shall be
provided.
( s ) The number of seating positions to be mentioned shall be the one when the vehicle is in motion. A range can be specified in case of
modular arrangement.
( t ) ‘R-point’ or ‘seating reference point’ means a design point defined by the vehicle manufacturer for each seating position and
established with respect to the three-dimensional reference system as specified in Annex III to Directive 77/649/EEC ( 1 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 267, 19.10.1977, p. 1.

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PART B
EC type-approval certificate
MODEL
Format: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
Stamp of type-approval authority
Communication concerning:
— EC type-approval ( 1 )
9
>
— extension of EC type-approval ( 1 )
of a type of vehicle with regard to its masses and dimensions
>
=
— refusal of EC type-approval ( 1 )
>
;
— withdrawal of EC type-approval ( 1 )
with regard to Regulation (EU) No. …/…,
EC type-approval number:
Reason for extension:
SECTION I
0.1. Make
(trade
name
of
manufacturer):
0.2. Type:
0.2.1. Commercial name(s) (if available):
0.4. Category
of
vehicle
(2):
0.5. Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
0.8. Name(s)
and
address(es)
of
assembly
plant(s):
0.9. Name
and
address
of
the
manufacturer’s
representative
(if
any):
SECTION II
1. Additional information (where applicable): see Addendum
2. Technical service responsible for carrying out the tests:
3. Date of test report:
4. Number of test report:
5. Remarks (if any):
6. Place:
7. Date:
8. Signature:
Attachments: (1) Information package (all pages must bear the stamp of the type-approval authority).
(2) Test report.
(3) For vehicles fitted with a suspension that is recognised to be equivalent to air suspension, the test report
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Addendum
to EC type-approval certificate No …
Remarks
1. The vehicle has been type-approved in accordance with Article 6(1) of this Regulation (i.e. the outermost dimensions
of the vehicle exceeds the maximum dimensions mentioned in Part A, B, C or D of Annex I): ...... yes/no ( 1 )
2. The vehicle is fitted with air-suspensions: …… yes/no ( 1 )
3. The vehicle is fitted with a suspension recognised to be equivalent to air-suspension: ...... yes/no ( 1 )
4. The vehicle fulfils the requirements for off-road vehicle: ...... yes/no ( 1 )
Legend:
( 1 ) Delete where not applicable.
( 2 ) As defined in Annex II, Section A.

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ANNEX VI
Amendments to Annexes I, III, IX, and XVI to Directive 2007/46/EC
Directive 2007/46/EC is amended as follows:
(1) Annex I is amended as follows:
(a) point 0.5 is replaced by the following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
...................................................................................................... ’
(b) point 1.9 is replaced by the following:
‘1.9.
Specify if the towing vehicle is intended to tow semi-trailers or other trailers and, if the trailer is a semi-,
drawbar-, centre-axle- or rigid drawbar trailer: ...................................................................................................... ’
(c) the following point 1.10 is added:
‘1.10. Specify if the vehicle is specially designed for the controlled-temperature carriage of goods: ................. ’
(d) point 2 is replaced by the following:
‘2. MASSES
AND
DIMENSIONS
( f ) ( g ) ( 7 )
(in kg and mm) (Refer to drawing where applicable)’
(e) points 2.1.1.1, 2.1.1.1.1 and 2.1.1.1.2 are replaced by the following:
‘2.1.2. Vehicles
with
three
or
more
axles
2.1.2.1. Axle spacing between consecutive axles going from the foremost to the rearmost axle: ...........................
2.1.2.2. Total axle spacing: ......................................................................................................................................................... ’
(f) points
2.5
and
2.5.1
are
replaced
by
the
following:
‘2.5. Minimum
mass
on
the
steering
axle(s)
for
incomplete
vehicles:
...............................................................................................................................................................................................’
(g) points 2.6 and 2.6.1 are replaced by the following:
‘2.6. Mass
in
running
order ( h )
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: .......................................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): .......................................................................................
2.6.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the case of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid
drawbar trailer, the mass on the coupling point: ..................................................................................................
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: .......................................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): ...................................................................................... ’
(h) The following point 2.6.2 is inserted to read:
‘2.6.2. Mass of the optional equipment (see the definition set out in point (5) of Article 2 of Commission
Regulation (EU) No 1230/2012 (*)): ...........................................................................................................................
___________
(*) OJ L 353, 21.12.2012, p. 31.’
(i) point
2.10
is
replaced
by
the
following:
‘2.10. Technically
permissible
mass
on
each
group
of
axles: ................................................................................. ’
(j) point
2.11
is
replaced
by
the
following:
‘2.11 Technically
permissible
maximum
towable
mass
of
the
towing
vehicle
in case of:’
(k) point 2.11.4. is replaced by the following:
‘2.11.4. Rigid drawbar trailer: ..................................................................................................................................................... ’

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(l) point
2.11.5
is
replaced
by
the
following:
‘2.11.5 Technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination ( 3 ): ..........................................................’
(m) points 2.12, 2.12.1 and 2.12.2 are replaced by the following:
‘2.12. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
at
the
coupling
point:
2.12.1. of a towing vehicle: ........................................................................................................................................................
2.12.2. of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar trailer: ...................................................................... ’
(n) points 2.16 to 2.16.5 are replaced by the following:
‘2.16. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
masses
(optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: ...................................................................................
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in the case of a semi-trailer or
centre-axle trailer, intended load on the coupling point stated by the manufacturer if lower than the
technically permissible maximum mass on the coupling point: ........................................................................
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles: .................................................
2.16.4. Registration/in service maximum permissible towable mass: ..............................................................................
2.16.5. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: ........................................................’
(o) the following point 13.12 is added:
‘13.12. Drawing with dimensions showing the interior arrangement as regards the seating positions, area for
standees, wheelchair user(s), luggage compartments including racks and ski-box, if any’
(p) the explanatory notes are amended as follows:
(i) The following note ( 7 ) is inserted:
‘( 7 ) Optional equipment that affects the dimensions of the vehicle shall be specified.’
(ii) Note ( h ) is replaced by the following:
‘( h ) The mass of the driver is assessed at 75 kg.
The liquid containing systems (except those for used water that must remain empty) are filled to 100 %
of the capacity specified by the manufacturer.
The information referred to in points 2.6(b) and 2.6.1(b) do not need to be provided for vehicle
categories N 2 , N 3 , M 2 , M 3 , O 3 , and O 4 .’
(2) Part I of Annex III is amended as follows:
(a) Section A is amended as follows:
(i) point 0.5 is replaced by the following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
............................................................................................. ’
(ii) The following points 1.9 and 1.10 are added:
‘1.9.
Specify if the towing vehicle is intended to tow semi-trailers or other trailers and, if the trailer is a
semi-, drawbar-, centre-axle- or rigid drawbar trailer: ..................................................................................
1.10. Specify
if
the
vehicle
is
specially
designed
for
the
controlled-temperature
carriage
of
goods:
........
’
(iii) point 2 is replaced by the following:
‘2. MASSES
AND
DIMENSIONS
( f ) ( g ) ( 7 )
(in kg and mm) (Refer to drawing where applicable)’
(iv) The following point 2.5 is inserted:
‘2.5. Minimum
mass
on
the
steering
axle(s)
for
incomplete
vehicles: ....................................................’

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(v) point 2.6 and 2.6.1 are replaced by the following:
‘2.6. Mass
in
running
order ( h )
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: ..............................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): ..............................................................................
2.6.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the case of a semi-trailer a rigid drawbar trailer or
a centre-axle trailer, the mass on the coupling:
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: ..............................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): ............................................................................. ’
(vi) the following point 2.6.2 is inserted:
‘2.6.2. Mass of the optional equipment (as defined in point (5) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No
1230/2012: .............................................................................................................................................................. ’
(vii) point 2.10 is replaced by the following:
‘2.10. Technically
permissible
mass
on
each
group
of
axles: ........................................................................ ’
(viii) point 2.11 is replaced by the following:
‘2.11 Technically
permissible
maximum
towable
mass
of
the
towing
vehicle
in case of:’
(ix) point 2.11.4 is replaced by the following:
‘2.11.4. Rigid drawbar trailer: ............................................................................................................................................ ’
(x) point 2.11.5 is replaced by the following:
‘2.11.5 Technically permissible maximum laden mass of the combination ( 3 ): ................................................. ’
(xi) points 2.12, 2.12.1 and 2.12.2 are replaced by the following:
‘2.12. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
at
the
coupling
point:
2.12.1. of a towing vehicle: ...............................................................................................................................................
2.12.2. of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar trailer: ............................................................. ’
(xii) points 2.16 to 2.16.5 are replaced by the following:
‘2.16. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
masses
(optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: ..........................................................................
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in the case of a semi-trailer or
centre-axle trailer, intended load on the coupling point stated by the manufacturer if lower than the
technically permissible maximum mass on the coupling point: ...............................................................
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles: ........................................
2.16.4. Registration/in service maximum permissible towable mass: .....................................................................
2.16.5. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass of the combination: ...............................................
’
(b) Section B is amended as follows:
(i) point 0.5 is replaced by the following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
............................................................................................. ’
(ii) the following points 1.9 and 1.10 are added:
‘1.9.
Specify if the towing vehicle is intended to tow semi-trailers or other trailers and, if the trailer is a
semi-, drawbar-, centre-axle- or rigid drawbar trailer: ..................................................................................
1.10. Specify
if
the
vehicle
is
specially
designed
for
the
controlled-temperature
carriage
of
goods:
........
’
(iii) point 2. is replaced by the following:
‘2. MASSES
AND
DIMENSIONS
( f ) ( g ) ( 7 )
(in kg and mm) (Refer to drawing where applicable)’

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(iv) points 2.6 and 2.6.1 are replaced by the following:
‘2.6. Mass
in
running
order ( h )
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: ..............................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): ..............................................................................
2.6.1. Distribution of this mass among the axles and, in the case of a semi-trailer a rigid drawbar trailer or
a centre-axle trailer, the mass on the coupling: .............................................................................................
(a) minimum and maximum for each variant: ..............................................................................................
(b) mass of each version (a matrix must be provided): ............................................................................. ’
(v) the following point 2.6.2 is inserted:
‘2.6.2. Mass of the optional equipment (as defined in point (5) of Article 2 of Regulation (EU) No
1230/2012: .............................................................................................................................................................. ’
(vi) point 2.10 is replaced by the following:
‘2.10. Technically
permissible
mass
on
each
group
of
axles: ........................................................................ ’
(vii) points 2.12 and 2.12.2 are replaced by the following:
‘2.12. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
at
the
coupling
point:
2.12.2. of a semi-trailer, a centre-axle trailer or a rigid drawbar trailer: ............................................................. ’
(viii) points 2.16 to 2.16.3 are replaced by the following:
‘2.16. Registration/in
service
maximum
permissible
masses
(optional)
2.16.1. Registration/in service maximum permissible laden mass: ..........................................................................
2.16.2. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each axle and, in the case of a semi-trailer or
centre-axle trailer, intended load on the coupling point stated by the manufacturer if lower than the
technically permissible maximum mass on the coupling point: ...............................................................
2.16.3. Registration/in service maximum permissible mass on each group of axles: ....................................... ’
(ix) point 2.16.5 is deleted
3. Annex IX is amended as follows:
(a) in ‘Model A1 — Side 1 – Complete vehicles — EC Certificate of Conformity’, entry 0.5 is replaced by the
following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
......................................................................................................... ’
(b) in ‘Model A2 — Side 1 – Complete vehicles type-approved in small series – [Year] – [Sequential number] - EC
Certificate of Conformity’, entry 0.5 is replaced by the following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
......................................................................................................... ’
(c) in ‘Model B — Side 1 – Completed vehicles — EC Certificate of Conformity’, entry 0.5 is replaced by the
following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
......................................................................................................... ’
(d) in ‘Model C1 — Side 1 – Incomplete vehicles — EC Certificate of Conformity’, entry 0.5 is replaced by the
following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
......................................................................................................... ’
(e) in ‘Model C2 — Side 1 – Incomplete vehicles type-approved in small series – [Year] – [Sequential number] - EC
Certificate of Conformity’, entry 0.5 is replaced by the following:
‘0.5 Company
name
and
address
of
manufacturer:
......................................................................................................... ’

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(f) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
M 1 (complete and completed vehicles)’ entry 13 is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(g) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 1 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(h) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13 is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(i) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
M 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(j) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
M 3 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13 is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(k) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 3 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(l) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
N 1 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13 is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(m) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 1 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(n) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13. is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(o) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(p) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 3 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13. is replaced by the following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(q) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 3 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(r) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category O 1 and O 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13 is replaced by the
following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(s) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
O 1 and O 2 (complete and completed vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’
(t) in
‘Side
2
–
Vehicle
category
O 3 and O 4 (complete and completed vehicles)’, entry 13 is replaced by the
following:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(u) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 1 (incomplete vehicles)’, the following entry 13.2 is inserted:
‘13.2. Actual mass of the vehicle: ............. kg’

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(v) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 1 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14. Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(w) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 2 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14. Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(x) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category M 3 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14. Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(y) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N1 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 13 is inserted:
‘13. Mass
in
running
order:
.............
kg’
(z) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 1 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14. Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(aa) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 2 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14 Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(ab) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category N 3 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14. is replaced by the following:
‘14. Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(ac) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category O 1 and O 2 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14 Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(ad) in ‘Side 2 – Vehicle category O 3 and O 4 (incomplete vehicles)’, entry 14 is replaced by the following:
‘14 Actual
mass
of
the
vehicle:
.............
kg’
(ae) in the ‘Explanatory notes relating to Annex IX’, note ( f ) is deleted.
4. Annex XVI is amended as follows:
(a) the following entry 44 is inserted in the list of regulatory acts:
‘44 Regulation
(EU)
No
1230/2012’
(b) The following entry 44 is inserted in Appendix 2
Regulatory act reference Annex
and
paragraph Specific
conditions
‘44 Commission
Regulation
(EU)
Sections 7 and 8 of Part B of (a) Check of compliance with the
No 1230/2012
Annex I
manoeuvrability requirements
including manoeuvrability of
vehicles fitted with lift- or
loadable axles.
Sections 6 and 7 of Part C of (b) Measurement of the maximum
Annex I
rear swing-out.’

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ANNEX VII
‘ANNEX XII
SMALL SERIES AND END-OF-SERIES LIMITS
A. SMALL SERIES LIMITS
1. The number of units of one type of vehicle to be registered, sold or put into service per year in the European Union
pursuant to Article 22 may not exceed the figures shown below for the vehicle category in question:
Category Units
M 1
1 000
M 2 , M 3
0
N 1
0
N 2 , N 3
0
O 1 , O 2
0
O 3 , O 4
0
2. The number of units of one type of vehicle to be registered, sold or put into service per year in one Member State
pursuant to Article 23 shall be determined by that Member State but shall not exceed the figures shown below for the
vehicle category in question:
Category Units
M 1
75
M 2 , M 3
250
N 1
500
N 2 , N 3
250
O 1 , O 2
500
O 3 , O 4
250
3. The number of units of one type of vehicle to be registered, sold or put into service per year in one Member State for
the purposes of Article 6(2) of Regulation (EU) No 1230/2012 shall be determined by each Member State but shall
not exceed the figures shown below for the vehicle category in question:
Category Units
M 2 , M 3
1 000
N 2 , N 3
1 200
O 3 , O 4
2 000
B. END-OF-SERIES LIMITS
The maximum number of complete and completed vehicles put into service in each Member State under the procedure
‘End-of-Series’ shall be restricted in one of the following ways to be chosen by the Member State:
1. the maximum number of vehicles of one or more types may not exceed 10 %, in the case of category M 1 , and may
not exceed 30 % of the vehicles of all types concerned put into service in that Member State during the previous year,
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Should 10 %, respectively 30 %, be less than 100 vehicles, then the Member State may allow the putting into service
of a maximum of 100 vehicles.
2. vehicles of any one type shall be restricted to those for which a valid certificate of conformity was issued on or after
the date of manufacture and which remained valid for at least three months after its date of issue but subsequently lost
its validity due to the entry into force of a regulatory act.’

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