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Journal
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European
Union L
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COMMISSION REGULATION (EU) No 458/2011
of 12 May 2011
concerning type-approval requirements for motor vehicles and their trailers with regard to the
installation of their tyres and implementing Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 of the European
Parliament and of the Council concerning type-approval requirements for the general safety of
motor vehicles, their trailers and systems, components and separate technical units intended
therefor
(Text with EEA relevance)
THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION,
HAS ADOPTED THIS REGULATION:
Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European
Article 1
Union,
Scope
Having regard to Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 of the European
This Regulation applies to vehicles of categories M, N and O, as
Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 concerning type-
defined in Annex II to Directive 2007/46/EC.
approval requirements for the general safety of motor vehicles,
their trailers and systems, components and separate technical
units intended therefor ( 1 ), and in particular Article 14(1)(a)
Article 2
thereof,
Definitions
For the purposes of this Regulation, the following definitions
Whereas:
shall apply:
(1) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
is
a
separate
Regulation
for the purposes of the type-approval procedure provided
(1) ‘vehicle type with regard to the installation of its tyres’
for by Directive 2007/46/EC of the European Parliament
means vehicles which do not differ in such essential
and of the Council of 5 September 2007 establishing a
respects as the types of tyres, minimum and maximum
framework for the approval of motor vehicles and their
tyre size designations, wheel dimensions and off-sets as
trailers, and of systems, components and separate
well as speed and load capabilities suitable for fitment,
technical units intended for such vehicles (Framework
and the characteristics of the wheel guards;
Directive) ( 2 ).
(2) ‘type of tyre’ means a range of tyres which do not differ in
(2) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
repeals
Council
Directive
the following essential characteristics:
92/23/EEC of 31 March 1992 relating to tyres for motor
vehicles and their trailers and to their fitting ( 3 ). The
requirements set out in that Directive should be carried
(a) the tyre class: C1, C2 or C3, as described in
over to this Regulation and, where necessary, adapted to
Article 8(1) of Regulation (EC) No 661/2009; and
the development of scientific and technical knowledge.
(b) in the case of class C1, tyres, the characteristics of a
(3) The
scope
of
this
Regulation
should
be
in
line
with
that
type of pneumatic tyre as defined in paragraph 2.1 of
of Directive 92/23/EEC. The Regulation should therefore
UNECE Regulation No 30 ( 4 );
cover vehicles of categories M, N and O.
(c) in the case of class C2 or C3 tyres, the characteristics
(4) Regulation
(EC)
No
661/2009
lays
down
basic
requirements for the type-approval of motor vehicles
of a type of pneumatic tyre as defined in paragraph
with regard to the installation of tyres. Therefore, it is
2.1 of UNECE Regulation No 54 ( 5 );
necessary to set out the specific procedures, tests and
requirements for such type-approval to ensure that the
tyres used on a vehicle are appropriate for the load,
(3) ‘tyre size designation’ means the designation as defined in
speed and use characteristics of that vehicle.
paragraph 2.17 of UNECE Regulation No 30 for class C1

tyres and paragraph 2.17 of UNECE Regulation No 54 for
class C2 and C3 tyres;
(5) The
measures
provided
for
in
this
Regulation
are
in
accordance with the opinion of the Technical
Committee — Motor Vehicles,
(4) ‘wheel off-set’ means the distance from the hub abutment
face to the centre line of the rim;
( 1 ) OJ L 200, 31.7.2009, p. 1.
( 2 ) OJ L 263, 9.10.2007, p. 1.
( 4 ) OJ L 201, 30.7.2008, p. 70.
( 3 ) OJ L 129, 14.5.1992, p. 95.
( 5 ) OJ L 183, 11.7.2008, p. 41.

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(5) ‘pneumatic-tyre structure’ means the technical char
(16) ‘speed category symbol’ means the symbol as defined in
acteristics of the tyre’s carcass;
paragraph 2.29 of UNECE Regulation No 30 for class class
C1 tyres and paragraph 2.28 of UNECE Regulation No 54
(6) ‘normal tyre’ means a tyre or run flat tyre intended for
for class C2 and C3;
normal on-road use;
(17) ‘load capacity index’ means a number associated to the
maximum load rating of the tyre in relation to the defi
(7) ‘run flat tyre’ means a tyre as defined in paragraph 2.4.3 of
nition in paragraph 2.28 of UNECE Regulation No 30 for
UNECE Regulation No 64 ( 1 );
class C1 tyres and paragraph 2.27 of UNECE Regulation
No 54 for class C2 and C3 tyres;
(8) ‘temporary-use spare tyre’ means a tyre different from a
tyre intended to be fitted to any vehicle for normal driving
(18) ‘maximum load rating’ means the mass which a tyre can
conditions but intended only for temporary-use under
carry when operated in conformity with requirements
restricted driving conditions;
governing utilisation specified by the tyre manufacturer.
(9) ‘wheel’ means a complete wheel consisting of a rim and a
Article 3
wheel disc;
Provisions for EC type-approval of a vehicle with regard to
the installation of its tyres
(10) ‘temporary-use spare wheel’ means a wheel different from
one of the normal wheels on the vehicle type;
1. The manufacturer or the representative of the manu
facturer shall submit to the type-approval authority the appli
cation for EC type-approval of a vehicle with regard to the
(11) ‘unit’ means an assembly of a wheel and tyre;
installation of its tyres.
(12) ‘standard unit’ means a unit which is capable of being
2. The
application
shall
be
drawn
up
in
accordance
with
fitted to the vehicle for normal operation;
the model of the information document set out in Part 1 of
Annex I.
(13) ‘spare unit’ means a unit which is intended to be
exchanged for a standard unit in case of malfunction of
3. If the relevant requirements set out in Annex II to this
the latter and may be either of the following;
Regulation are met, the type-approval authority shall grant an
EC type-approval and issue a type-approval number in
accordance with the numbering system set out in Annex VII
(14) ‘standard spare unit’ means an assembly of a wheel and
to Directive 2007/46/EC.
tyre identical in terms of wheel and tyre size designation,
wheel offset and tyre structure to that fitted in the same
A Member State may not assign the same number to another
axle position and to the particular vehicle variant and
vehicle type.
version for normal operation, including wheels produced
from a different material and which may use different
4. For
the
purposes
of
paragraph
3,
the
approval
authority
wheel fixing nut or bolt designs, but which is otherwise
shall deliver an EC type-approval certificate established in
identical to the wheel intended for normal operation;
accordance with the model set out in Part 2 of Annex I.
(15) ‘temporary-use spare unit’ means an assembly of any
Article 4
wheel and tyre that does not fall within the definition of
Entry into force
standard spare unit and which falls within one of the
temporary-use spare unit type descriptions as defined in
This Regulation shall enter into force on the 20th day following
paragraph 2.10 of UNECE Regulation No 64;
its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.
This Regulation shall be binding in its entirety and directly applicable in all Member States.
Done at Brussels, 12 May 2011.
For the Commission
The President
José Manuel BARROSO
( 1 ) OJ L 310, 26.11.2010, p. 18.

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ANNEX I
Administrative provisions for the type-approval of vehicles with regard to the installation of their tyres

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PART 1
Information document
MODEL
Information document No … relating to the EC type-approval of a vehicle with regard to the installation of its tyres.
The following information, if applicable, 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.
If the systems, components or separate technical units referred to in this information document have electronic controls,
information concerning their performance shall be supplied.
0. GENERAL
0.1. Make
(trade
name
of
manufacturer):
..........................................................................................................................................
0.2. Type:
......................................................................................................................................................................
...............................
0.2.1. Commercial
name(s)
(if
available):
................................................................................................
...............................................
0.3.
Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle ( b ): ...........................................................................................
0.3.1. Location
of
that
marking:
................................................................................................
..............................................................
0.4. Category
of
vehicle
( c ): ................................................................................................
.....................................................................
0.5. 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:
...........................................................................................
.......
1.3. Number
of
axles
and
wheels:
.......................................................................................................................................................
1.3.1. Number
and
position
of
axles
with
tyres
in
dual
(twin)
formation:
...............................................................................
1.3.2. Number
and
position
of
steered
axles:
................................................................................................
......................................
1.3.3. Powered
axles
(number,
position,
interconnection):
................................................................................................
..............
2. MASSES
AND
DIMENSIONS
( f ) ( g )
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 ): ................................................................................................
...........................................................
2.3.3. Width
of
the
widest
rear
axle:
................................................................................................
.....................................................
2.3.4.
Width of the foremost axle (measured at the outermost part of the tyres excluding the bulging of the tyres
close to the ground): ................................................................................................
.......................................................................
2.8. Technically
permissible
maximum
laden
mass
stated
by
the
manufacturer
( i ) ( 3 ): .......................................................
2.9. Technically
permissible
maximum
mass
on
each
axle:
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2.11.5. Vehicle
is/is
not
( 1 ) suitable for towing loads
4.7. Maximum
vehicle
design
speed
(in
km/h)
( q ): ................................................................................................
..........................
6. SUSPENSION
6.6. Tyres
and
wheels
6.6.1. Tyre/wheel
combination(s)
( r )
(a) for tyres indicate;
— size designation(s),
— load-capacity index ( 3 ),
— speed category symbol ( 3 ),
— rolling resistance coefficient (measured in accordance with ISO 28580);
(b) for wheels indicate rim size(s) and off-set(s).
6.6.1.1. Axles
6.6.1.1.1. Axle 1: ...................................................................................................................................................................
...............................
6.6.1.1.2. Axle 2: ...................................................................................................................................................................
...............................
etc.
6.6.3. Tyre
pressure(s)
as
recommended
by
the
vehicle
manufacturer
(kPa):
............................................................................
6.6.4.
Description of the snow traction device(s) and the tyre/wheel combination(s) on the front and/or rear axle(s)
suitable for the type of vehicle, as recommended by the manufacturer: .......................................................................
6.6.5. Brief
description
of
temporary-use
spare
unit
(if
any):
................................................................................................
........
6.6.6.
Brief description of tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if fitted): ........................................................................
9. BODYWORK
9.16. Wheel
guards
9.16.1. Brief
description
of
the
vehicle
with
regard
to
its
wheel
guards:
....................................................................................
12. MISCELLANEOUS
12.6. Speed
limitation
devices
12.6.1. Manufacturer(s):
................................................................................................
.................................................................................
12.6.2. Type(s):
................................................................................................
................................................................................................
.
12.6.3. Type-approval
number(s),
if
available:
........................................................................................................................................
12.6.4. Speed or range of speeds at which the speed limitation may be set: … km/h
Explanatory notes:
( 1 ) Delete where not applicable.
( 3 ) Please fill in here the upper and lower values for each variant.
( 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 Directive 2007/46/EC Part A of Annex II.
( 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.
( g4 ) Term No 6.5.
( 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.
( q ) With respect to motor vehicles, if the vehicle manufacturer permits that certain controller functions are modified (e.g.
by means of software, hardware, upgrading, selection, enabling, disabling) before or after the vehicle has been put
into service, resulting in the vehicle having an increased maximum speed, the maximum possible speed achievable by
means of adjustment of these controller functions is declared. With respect to trailers, the maximum speed as
permitted by the vehicle manufacturer is declared.
( r ) For tyres marked with the inscription ZR before the rim diameter code, intended to be fitted on vehicles whose
maximum vehicle design speed exceeds 300 km/h, equivalent information shall be provided.

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PART 2
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 the installation of its tyres
— refusal of EC type-approval ( 1 )
— withdrawal of EC type-approval (
>

1 )
with regard to Regulation (EU) No
>
;
…/2011
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): ................................................................................................
......................................................
0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle ( 2 ): ...........................................................................................
.......
0.3.1. Location of that marking: ................................................................................................
.....................................................................
0.4. Category
of
vehicle
( 3 ): ................................................................................................
...........................................................................
0.5. 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:
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):
see
Addendum.
6. Place:
................................................................................................
............................................................................................................
7. Date:
................................................................................................
................................................................................................
.............
8. Signature:
................................................................................................
................................................................................................
....
Attachments: Information package.
Test report
( 1 ) Delete where not applicable.
( 2 ) 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??).
( 3 ) As defined in Directive 2007/46/EC, Annex II, Section A.

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Addendum
to EC type-approval certificate No …
1. Additional
information:
1.1. Brief description of the vehicle type as regards its structure, dimensions, lines and constituent materials: .................
................................................................................................
................................................................................................
............................
1.2. Tyre/wheel combination(s) (including tyre size, rim size and wheel off-set): ..........................................................................
1.3. The minimum speed category symbol compatible with the maximum vehicle design speed (of each variant) (for tyres
marked with the inscription ZR before the rim diameter code, intended to be fitted on vehicles whose maximum
vehicle design speed exceeds 300 km/h, equivalent information shall be provided) ............................................................
1.4. The minimum load-capacity index compatible with the technically permissible maximum mass on each axle (of each
variant) (if applicable adjusted according to paragraph 3.2.2 of Annex II) .............................................................................
1.5. Tyre/wheel combination(s) (including tyre size, rim size and wheel off-set) to be used with the snow traction
device(s): ................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................
2. Vehicle
of
category
M 1 is/is not ( 1 ) suitable for towing loads and the load rating of the rear tyres is exceeded by … %
3. The vehicle is/is not ( 1 ) approved according to UNECE Regulation No 64 with regard to its temporary-use spare unit.
3.1. Vehicle category M 1 : yes/no ( 1 ), type 1/2/3/4/5 ( 1 )
3.2. Vehicle category N 1 : yes/no ( 1 ), type 1/2/3/5 ( 1 )
4. Vehicle
is/is
not
( 1 ) approved according to UNECE Regulation No 64 with regard to its tyre pressure monitoring
system (TPMS).
4.1. Brief description of the tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if fitted): ...........................................................................
5. Remarks:
................................................................................................
.........................................................................................................
( 1 ) Delete where not applicable.

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ANNEX II
Requirements for vehicles with regard to the installation of their tyres
1. GENERAL
REQUIREMENTS
1.1.
Subject to the provisions of paragraph 5.4, every tyre fitted to a vehicle, including where applicable any spare
tyre, shall meet the requirements of Regulation (EC) No 661/2009 and its implementing measures.
2. TYRE
FITMENT
2.1. All
tyres
normally
fitted
to
the
vehicle,
thus
excluding
any
temporary-use
spare
unit,
shall
have
the
same
structure.
2.2.
All of the tyres normally fitted to one axle shall be of the same type.
2.3. The
space
in
which
the
wheel
revolves
shall
be
such
as
to
allow
unrestricted
movement
when
using
the
maximum permissible size of tyres and rim widths, taking into account the minimum and maximum wheel
off-sets, within the minimum and maximum suspension and steering constraints as declared by the vehicle
manufacturer. This shall be verified by performing the checks with the largest and the widest tyres, taking into
account the applicable dimensional tolerances (i.e. maximum envelope) related to the tyre size designation as
specified in the relevant UNECE Regulation.
2.4. The
technical
service
may
agree
to
an
alternative
test
procedure
(e.g.
virtual
testing)
to
verify
that
the
requirements of paragraph 2.3 of this Annex are met.
3. LOAD
CAPACITY
3.1.
Subject to the provisions of paragraph 5 of this Annex, the maximum load rating of every tyre as determined in
paragraph 3.2 of this Annex, including a spare tyre (if provided), with which the vehicle is fitted shall be:
3.1.1. In the case of a vehicle fitted with tyres of the same type in single formation: at least equal to half of the
technically permissible maximum axle mass for the most heavily loaded axle, as declared by the manufacturer of
the vehicle.
3.1.2. In the case of a vehicle fitted with tyres of more than one type, in single formation: at least equal to half of the
technically permissible maximum axle mass as declared by the manufacturer of the vehicle, in respect of the
relevant axle.
3.1.3. In the case of a vehicle fitted with tyres of class C1 in dual (twin) formation: at least equal to 0,27 times the
technically permissible maximum axle mass, as declared by the manufacturer of the vehicle, in respect of the
relevant axle.
3.1.4. In the case of axles fitted with tyres of class C2 or C3 in dual (twin) formation: at least equal to 0,25 times, with
reference to the load capacity index for dual application, the technically permissible maximum axle mass as
declared by the manufacturer of the vehicle, in respect of the relevant axle.
3.2. The
maximum
load
rating
of
a
tyre
is
determined
as
follows:
3.2.1. In the case of tyres of class C1, the ‘maximum load rating’ as referred to in paragraph 2.31 of UNECE Regulation
No 30 is taken into account.
3.2.2. In the case of tyres of class C2 or C3, the ‘table load-capacity variation with speed’ as referred to in paragraph
2.29 of UNECE Regulation No 54 is taken into account, which shows, as a function of the load-capacity indices
and nominal-speed-category symbols, the load variations which a pneumatic tyre can withstand taking into
account the maximum design speed of the vehicle.
3.3.
The relevant information shall be stated clearly in the vehicle owner’s handbook in order to ensure that suitable
replacement tyres with an appropriate load capacity shall be fitted when necessary, once the vehicle has been put
into service.
4. SPEED
CAPACITY
4.1. Every
tyre
with
which
the
vehicle
is
normally
fitted
shall
bear
a
speed
category
symbol.
4.1.1. In the case of a tyre of class C1, the speed category symbol shall be compatible with the maximum vehicle
design speed and shall take into account, in the case of tyres of speed categories V, W and Y, the maximum load
rating as described in UNECE Regulation No 30.
4.1.2. In the case of a tyre of class C2 or C3, the speed category symbol shall be compatible with the maximum vehicle
design speed and the applicable load/speed combination derived from the ‘table load-capacity variation with
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4.2. The
requirements
of
paragraphs
4.1.1
and
4.1.2
shall
not
apply
in
the
following
situations:
4.2.1. In the case of temporary-use spare units for which paragraph 6 of this Annex applies.
4.2.2. In the case of vehicles normally equipped with ordinary tyres and occasionally fitted with snow tyres (i.e. with
the alpine or three-peaked mountain snowflake symbol marking) where in such a case the speed category symbol
of the snow tyre shall correspond to a speed either greater than the maximum vehicle design speed or not less
than 160 km/h (or both). However, if the maximum vehicle design speed is greater than the speed corresponding
to the lowest speed category symbol of the fitted snow tyres, a maximum speed warning label, specifying the
lowest value of the maximum speed capability of the fitted snow tyres, shall be displayed inside the vehicle in a
prominent position readily and permanently visible to the driver. Other tyres with improved snow traction (i.e.
with the M+S marking, but without the alpine or three-peaked mountain snowflake symbol marking) shall
comply with the requirements of paragraphs 4.1.1 and 4.1.2 of this Annex.
4.2.3. In the case of vehicles equipped with professional off-road tyres with the POR marking. However, if the
maximum vehicle design speed is greater than the speed corresponding to the lowest speed category symbol
of the fitted special use tyres, a maximum speed warning label, specifying the lowest value of the maximum
speed capability of the fitted special use tyres, shall be displayed inside the vehicle in a prominent position readily
and permanently visible to the driver.
4.2.4. In the case of vehicles of categories M 2 , M 3 , N 2 or N 3 equipped with a speed limitation device (SLD) approved
according to UNECE Regulation No 89 ( 1 ) where in such a case the speed symbol of the tyres shall be compatible
with the speed at which the limitation is set. However, if the vehicle manufacturer has foreseen that the
maximum vehicle design speed is greater than the speed corresponding to the lowest speed category symbol
of the fitted tyres, a maximum speed warning label, specifying the maximum speed capability of the tyres, shall
be displayed inside the vehicle in a prominent position readily and permanently visible to the driver.
4.2.5. In the case of vehicles of categories M 1 or N 1 equipped with an on-board system fulfilling a speed limitation
function where in such a case the speed symbol of the tyres shall be compatible with the speed at which the
limitation is set. However, if the vehicle manufacturer has foreseen that the maximum vehicle design speed is
greater than the speed corresponding to the lowest speed category symbol of the fitted tyres, a maximum speed
warning label, specifying the maximum speed capability of the tyres, shall be displayed inside the vehicle in a
prominent position readily and permanently visible to the driver.
4.3.
The relevant information shall be stated clearly in the vehicle owner’s handbook in order to ensure that suitable
replacement tyres with an appropriate speed capacity shall be fitted when necessary, once the vehicle has been
put into service.
5. SPECIAL
CASES
5.1.
In the case of trailers of categories O 1 and O 2 , with a maximum vehicle design speed of 100 km/h or less and
fitted with tyres of class C1 in single formation, the maximum load rating of every tyre shall be at least equal to
0,45 times the technically permissible maximum axle mass for the most heavily loaded axle, as declared by the
manufacturer of the trailer. For tyres in dual (twin) formation this factor shall be at least equal to 0,24. In such
cases a maximum operating speed warning label, specifying the maximum vehicle design speed, shall be
permanently and durably affixed near the front coupling device of the trailer.
5.2.
In the case of vehicles of categories M 1 and N 1 , which are designed to be capable of towing a trailer, the
additional load imposed at the trailer coupling device may cause the rear tyre maximum load ratings to be
exceeded in case of class C1 tyres, but not by more than 15 %. In such a case, the vehicle owner’s handbook
shall contain clear information and advice on the maximum permissible vehicle speed when towing a trailer, in
any case not exceeding 100 km/h, and on the rear tyre pressure, at least 20 kPa (0,2 bar) above the tyre
pressure(s) as recommended for normal use (i.e. without a trailer attached).
5.3.
In the case of some special vehicles, as listed below, fitted with tyres of class C2 or C3, the ‘table load-capacity
variation with speed’ as described in paragraph 3.2.2 of this Annex shall not be applied. In such a case, the tyre
maximum load rating to check against the technically permissible maximum axle mass (see paragraphs 3.1.2 to
3.1.4) shall be determined by multiplying the load corresponding to the load capacity index by an appropriate
coefficient which is related to the type of vehicle and its use, rather than to the maximum vehicle design speed,
and the requirements of paragraphs 4.1.1 and 4.1.2 of this Annex shall not apply.
The appropriate coefficients shall be the following:
5.3.1. 1,15
in
the
case
of
a
Class
I
or
Class
A
vehicle
(M 2 or M 3 ), as referred to in paragraphs 2.1.1.1 (Class I) and
2.1.2.1 (Class A) of UNECE Regulation No 107 ( 2 ).
( 1 ) OJ L 158, 19.5.2007, p. 1.
( 2 ) OJ L 255, 29.9.2010, p. 1.

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5.3.2. 1,10 in the case of vehicles of category N which are specifically designed for use over short distances in urban
and suburban applications, such as street and road sweepers or refuse collection vehicles, provided that the
maximum vehicle design speed does not exceed 60 km/h.
5.4.
In exceptional cases, where vehicles are designed for conditions of use which are incompatible with the char
acteristics of tyres of class C1, C2 or C3 and it is therefore necessary to fit tyres with different characteristics, the
requirements of paragraph 1.1 of this Annex shall not apply, provided that all of the following conditions are
met:
5.4.1. the tyres shall be approved according to either UNECE Regulation No 75 ( 1 ) or UNECE Regulation No 106 ( 2 );
and
5.4.2. the type-approval authority and technical service are satisfied that the tyres fitted are suitable for the operating
conditions of the vehicle. The nature of the exemption and motivation of acceptance shall be stated in the test
report as well as under the remarks on the type-approval certificate.
6.
SPARE WHEELS AND TYRES
6.1.
In cases where a vehicle is provided with a spare unit, it shall be one of the following:
6.1.1. A standard spare unit in the same size as the tyres actually fitted to the vehicle.
6.1.2. A temporary-use spare unit of a type suitable for use on the vehicle, however, vehicles of categories other than
M 1 or N 1 shall not be equipped or fitted with a temporary-use spare unit.
6.1.2.1. If specific precautions have to be taken in order to fit a temporary-use spare unit to the vehicle (e.g. temporary-
use spare unit is only to be fitted on the front axle and therefore a front standard unit must first be fitted on the
rear axle in order to address a malfunction of a rear standard unit) this shall be stated clearly in the vehicle
owner’s handbook and compliance with the appropriate aspects of paragraph 2.3 of this Annex shall be verified.
6.2. Every
vehicle
provided
with
a
temporary-use
spare
unit
or
run
flat
tyres
shall
hold
a
valid
type-approval
under
UNECE Regulation No 64 with respect to the requirements concerning the equipment of vehicles with
temporary-use spare units and run flat tyres.
( 1 ) Has not been published yet. Will be published by May 2011.
( 2 ) OJ L 257, 30.9.2010, p. 231.

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