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Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1788 of 14 July 2016 amending Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council as regards the list of requirements for vehicle EU type-approval, and amending and correcting Commission Delegated Regulations (EU) No 1322/2014, (EU) 2015/96, (EU) 2015/68 and (EU) 2015/208 with regard to vehicle construction and general requirements, to environmental and propulsion unit performance requirements, to vehicle braking requirements and to vehicle functional safety requirements (Text with EEA relevance)

Type Delegated Regulation
Publication 2016-10-13
State In force
Text As published
Department European Commission
Source EUR-Lex
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This is the act as published. Later amendments are not folded into the text below: each one is a separate act in this repository and an entry in this law's history.

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‘As an alternative, it is also allowed to perform the test with the engine disconnected, where applicable, during brake applications.’

  • ‘2.3.2.1. The service braking system of vehicles of categories R1, R2, S1, R3a, R4a and S2a; and of vehicles of categories R3b and S2b, where the sum of the technically permissible masses per axle does not exceed 10 000 kg, shall be tested in such a manner that, the vehicle being laden, the energy input to the brakes is equivalent to that recorded in the same period of time when the laden vehicle being tested is driven at a steady speed of 40 km/h on a 7 % down-gradient for a distance of 1,7 km.

Alternatively, this requirement is deemed to be fulfilled for vehicles of categories R3a, R4a, S2a and for vehicles of categories R3b and S2b, where the sum of the technically permissible masses per axle does not exceed 10 000 kg, when these vehicles have passed the Type-III test according to point 2.5.’

  • ‘2.3.4.2. It is ascertained that when the vehicle is driven at a constant speed of v = 60 km/h or the maximum design speed of the towed vehicle, whichever is the lower, with the brakes released the asymptotic temperatures shall not exceed a drum/disc temperature increase of 80°C, then the residual brake moments are regarded as acceptable.’
  • ‘2.5.3. R3b and S2b where the sum of the technically permissible masses per axle does not exceed 10 000 kg.’

‘In the case of a tractor authorized to tow an unbraked vehicle of categories R or S, the required minimum combination performance, as required in point 3.1.1.2.1, shall be attained with the unbraked towed vehicle coupled to the tractor and with the unbraked towed vehicle laden to the maximum mass declared by the tractor manufacturer.’

‘PM + R =combination mass (mass PM + declared unbraked towed vehicle mass PR)’

  • ‘— During the cooling period, the parking braking system shall not be re-adjusted manually.’

‘The hot static parking braking system test may be omitted if the parking braking system acts purely on braking surfaces not used during service braking.’

‘In the case that this requirement cannot be met due to physical limitations (e.g. limited available tyre/road adhesion for the tractor to generate sufficient braking forces or in the case that the purely mechanical parking braking system performance of the tractor as prescribed in point 3.1.3.1 is not sufficient to hold the combination) it is deemed to be fulfilled when the alternative requirement set out in point 3.1.3.4.1 of this Annex in connection with point 2.2.1.20 of Annex I is complied with.’

  • ‘3.1.3.4.1. The requirement of point 3.1.3.4 is considered to be fulfilled when the conditions set out in point 3.1.3.4.1.1 are met in the case of a towed vehicle with service brake, or when the conditions set out in point 3.1.3.4.1.2 are met in the case of an unbraked or inertia-braked towed vehicle.
  • 3.1.3.4.1.1. Even with the tractor engine not rotating, the combination at the maximum permissible mass remains stationary on the prescribed gradient when the activation of a single control device by the driver, from his driving seat, has applied the tractor parking braking system and the towed vehicle service braking system or only the tractor parking braking system.
  • 3.1.3.4.1.2. The tractor parking braking system can hold stationary the tractor connected to an unbraked or inertia-braked towed vehicle having a mass equal to the highest ‘combination mass PM+R’ mentioned in the test report. This mass shall be determined as follows:
  • (a) in the case of unbraked towed vehicle: PM+R =combination mass (mass PM + declared unbraked towed vehicle mass PR) according to point 3.1.1.2;
  • (b) in the case of an inertia braked towed vehicle: PM+R = combination mass (mass PM + declared inertia-braked towed vehicle mass as specified by the manufacturer).

PM = mass of the tractor (if applicable, including any ballast or supporting load or both of them).’

‘The test speed is 60 km/h or the maximum design speed of the towed vehicle, whichever is the lower.’

  • ‘3.2.3. Automatic braking system

The automatic braking performance in the event of a failure, as described in points 2.2.1.17.1 and 2.2.1.18.5 of Annex I, when testing the laden vehicle from a speed of 40 km/h or 0,8 vmax (whichever is lower), shall not be less than 13,5 % of the maximum stationary wheel load. Wheel-locking at performance levels above 13,5 % is permitted.’

  • ‘1.1.3. However, vehicles of the categories mentioned in point 1.1.1 and in point 1.1.2 both equipped with an anti-lock braking system of category 1 or 2 (tractors) and category A or B (towed vehicles) fulfilling the relevant requirements of Annex XI shall also fulfil all the relevant requirements of this Appendix with the following exceptions or conditions:’
  • ‘1.1.5. The requirements of this Appendix apply to the braking equipment fitted with the largest diameter tyres intended by the manufacturer for that vehicle type.
  • 1.1.6. Compliance with the adhesion utilisation and compatibility requirements associated with diagrams 1, 2 and 3 of this Appendix shall be demonstrated by calculation.’

‘3.   Requirements for tractors of category T

3.1.   Two-axle tractors
3.1.1. For k values between 0,2 and 0,8: Image omitted; see official source The provisions laid down in this point do not affect the requirements of Annex II relating to the braking performance. However, if, in tests made under the provisions of this point, braking performances are obtained which are higher than those prescribed in Annex II, the provisions relating to the adhesion utilization curves shall be applied within the areas of diagram 1 defined by the straight lines k = 0,8 and z = 0,8.
3.1.2. For all braking rates between 0,15 and 0,30:
3.1.2.1. The adhesion utilization curves for each axle are situated between two lines parallel to the line of ideal adhesion utilization given by the equation k = z +/–0,08 as shown in diagram 1 and the adhesion utilization curve for the rear axle for braking rates z > 0,3 complies with the relation: Image omitted; see official source
3.1.3. For tractors authorised to tow vehicles of category R3b, R4b and S2b fitted with compressed-air braking systems:
3.1.3.1. When tested with the energy source stopped, the supply line blocked off, a reservoir of 0,5 litre capacity connected to the pneumatic control line and the system at cut-in and cut-out pressures, the pressure at full application of the braking control device shall be between 650 and 850 kPa at the coupling heads of the supply line and the pneumatic control line, irrespective of the load condition of the vehicle.
3.1.3.2. For vehicles equipped with an electric control line, a full application of the control device of the service braking system shall provide a digital demand value corresponding to a pressure between 650 and 850 kPa (see ISO 11992:2003 including ISO 11992-2:2003 and its Amd.1:2007).
3.1.3.3. These values shall be demonstrably present in the tractor when the latter is uncoupled from the towed vehicle. The compatibility bands in the diagrams specified in points 3.1.6, 4.1 and 4.2, should not be extended beyond 750 kPa and/or the corresponding digital demand value (see ISO 11992:2003 including ISO 11992-2:2003 and its Amd.1:2007).
3.1.3.4. It shall be ensured that at the coupling head of the supply line, a pressure of at least 700 kPa is available when the system is at cut-in pressure. This pressure shall be demonstrated without applying the service brakes.
3.1.4. For tractors authorised to tow vehicles of category R3b, R4b and S2b fitted with hydraulic braking systems:
3.1.4.1. When tested with the energy source at idling speed and of 2/3 of maximum engine speed, a control line of the towed vehicle simulator (point 3.6 of Annex III) connected to the hydraulic control line. At full application of the braking control device the pressures shall be between 11 500 and 15 000 kPa at the hydraulic control and shall be between 1 500 and 3 500 kPa at the supplementary line, irrespective of the load condition of the vehicle.
3.1.4.2. These values shall be demonstrably present in the tractor when uncoupled from the towed vehicle. The compatibility bands in the diagrams specified in points 3.1.6, 4.1 and 4.2, should not be extended beyond 13 300 kPa.
3.1.5. Verification of the requirements of points 3.1.1 and 3.1.2
3.1.5.1. In order to verify the requirements of points 3.1.1 and 3.1.2, the manufacturer shall provide the adhesion utilisation curves for the front and rear axles calculated by the formulae: Image omitted; see official source Image omitted; see official source The curves shall be plotted for both the following load conditions:
3.1.5.1.1. Unladen, not exceeding the minimum mass declared by the manufacturer in the information document;
3.1.5.1.2. Laden; where provision is made for several possibilities of load distribution, the one whereby the front axle is the most heavily laden shall be the one considered.
3.1.5.2. Special requirements in the case of tractors where all axles are permanently rigidly connected (100 % locking rate) by the all-wheel drive or are automatically connected during braking by the all-wheel drive (100 % locking rate)
3.1.5.2.1. The mathematical verification pursuant to point 3.1.5.1 is not required.
3.1.5.3. Tractors with permanent all-wheel drive other than covered by point 3.1.5.2.
3.1.5.3.1. If it is not possible, for vehicles with permanent all-wheel drive or in the condition when the all-wheel drive is connected during braking, to carry out the mathematical verification pursuant to point 3.1.5.1, the manufacturer may instead verify by means of a wheel lock sequence test that, lockup of the front wheels occurs either simultaneously with or before the lockup of the rear wheels.
3.1.5.4. However, for tractors which automatically apply the all-wheel drive when the braking is initiated above a vehicle speed of 20 km/h but not automatically connect the all-wheel drive when the service braking system is applied at speeds not exceeding 20 km/h, then it is not required to show compliance with point 3.1.5.1 for the condition when the all-wheel drive is not connected during braking.
3.1.5.5. Procedure to verify the requirements set out in point 3.1.5.3
3.1.5.5.1. The wheel lock sequence test shall be conducted with the laden and the unladen vehicle on road surfaces having an adhesion level such that wheel locking on the first axle occurs at braking rates between 0,55 and 0,8 from the initial test speed specified in point 3.1.5.5.2.
3.1.5.5.2. Test speed: 0,9 vmax, but not exceeding 60 km/h.
3.1.5.5.3. The pedal force applied may exceed the permissible actuation forces pursuant to point 3.1.1 of Annex II.
3.1.5.5.4. Pedal force is applied and increased such that the second wheel on the vehicle shall reach lockup between 0,5 and 1 s after initiating the brake application, until lockup of both wheels on one axle occurs (additional wheels may also lock during the test, e.g. in the case of simultaneous lockup).
3.1.5.5.4.1. If it is not possible during the laden test to reach lockup of the second wheel within a period of 1 s, this test may be omitted under the condition that wheel-locking under the conditions as prescribed in point 3.1.5.5.4 can be demonstrated during the unladen test. If also in the unladen test it is not possible to reach lockup of the second wheel within a period of 1 s, a third, decisive test shall be carried out on road surfaces with a coefficient of adhesion of not more than 0,3 from a test speed of 0,8 vmax km/h, but not exceeding 60 km/h.
3.1.5.5.4.2. For the purpose of the tests according to point 3.1.5.5, a simultaneous lockup of the front and rear wheels refers to the conditions when the time interval between the first occurrence of lockup of the last (second) wheel on the rear axle and the first occurrence of lockup of the last (second) wheel on the front axle does not exceed 0,3 second.
3.1.6. Tractors authorized to draw towed vehicles
3.1.6.1. The permissible relationship between the braking rate TM/FM and the pressure pm shall lie within the areas shown on diagram 2 for all pressures between 20 and 750 kPa (in the case of compressed air braking system) and 350 and 13 300 kPa (in the case of hydraulic braking system).

3.2.   Tractors with more than two axles

The requirements of point 3.1 shall apply to vehicles with more than two axles. The requirements of point 3.1.2 with respect to wheel lock sequence shall be considered to be met if, in the case of braking rates between 0,15 and 0,30, the adhesion utilised by at least one of the front axles is greater than that utilised by at least one of the rear axles.’

  • ‘6.1. Vehicles which meet the requirements of this Appendix by means of a device mechanically controlled by the suspension of the vehicle shall be marked in accordance with the requirements laid down in Article 24 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/208 and with the appropriate data to show the useful travel of the device between the positions corresponding to vehicle unladen and laden states, respectively, and any further information to enable the setting of the device to be checked.’

‘An example of the markings for a mechanically controlled device in a vehicle fitted with compressed-air or hydraulic braking system is provided in accordance with the requirements laid down in Article 5 of Commisison Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504[^ntr*1-L_2016277EN.01002101-E0001].

[^ntr*1-L_2016277EN.01002101-E0001]: Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 of 11 March 2015 implementing Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to the administrative requirements for the approval and market surveillance of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 85, 28.3.2015, p. 1.).’ "

  • (vi) the title of Diagram 2 is replaced by the following:

‘Permissible relationship between braking rate TM/FM and the coupling head pressure pm for tractors of categories T and C with compressed air or hydraulic braking systems’

‘A = hydraulic accumulator (pre-charge pressure: 1 000 kPa)’

‘The initial pressure shall be stated in the information folder.’

‘The initial energy level shall be stated in the information folder.’

‘The initial energy level shall be stated in the information folder.’

‘Energy storage devices used as pulsation dampers in hydraulic braking systems where the prescribed service braking performance is achieved by an energy source, are not considered as energy accumulation devices in the sense of this Annex.’

  • ‘2.1.3. Interpretation of results

The time t shall not exceed 30 s in the case of tractors to which the coupling of a towed vehicle is not authorised.’

  • ‘2.2.1. response time requirements as laid down in section 6 of Annex III;’

‘Alternative test requirements for vehicles for which tests equivalent to Type-I, Type-II or Type-III tests have been carried out’

‘1.   Definitions

For the purposes of this Annex:

  • 1.1. ‘subject towed vehicle’ means a towed vehicle representative of the towed vehicle type for which type-approval is sought;
  • 1.2. ‘identical’ means parts having identical geometric and mechanical characteristics and the materials used for the components of the vehicles;
  • 1.3. ‘reference axle’ means an axle for which there is a test report;
  • 1.4. ‘reference brake’ means a brake for which there is a test report;
  • 1.5. ‘nominal test mass’ means the mass of a disc or drum which the manufacturer specifies for the disc or drum, respectively, with which the relevant test is carried out by the Technical Service;
  • 1.6. ‘actual test mass’ means the mass measured by the Technical Service prior to the test;
  • 1.7. ‘brake input threshold torque’ means the input torque necessary to produce a measurable brake torque;
  • 1.8. ‘declared brake input threshold torque’ means the brake input threshold torque declared by the manufacturer and which is representative for the brake;
  • 1.9. ‘declared external diameter’ means the external diameter of a disc declared by the manufacturer which is representative external diameter for the disc;
  • 1.10. ‘nominal external diameter’ means the external diameter which the manufacturer specifies for the disc on which the relevant test is carried out by the Technical Service;
  • 1.11. ‘actual external diameter’ means the external diameter of a disc measured by the Technical Service prior to the test;
  • 1.12. ‘effective length of the cam shaft’ means the distance from the centre line of the S-cam to the centre line of the operating lever;
  • 1.13. ‘brake factor’ means the input to output amplification ratio of the brake.
  1. General requirements

Type-I and/or Type-II or Type-III tests, set out in Annex II, need not be performed on a vehicle and its systems submitted for approval in the following cases:

  • 2.1. The vehicle concerned is a tractor or a towed vehicle which, as regards tyres, braking energy absorbed per axle, and mode of tyre fitting and brake assembly, is identical with respect to braking with a tractor or a towed vehicle which:
  • 2.1.1. Has passed the Type-I and/or Type-II or Type-III test; and
  • 2.1.2. Has been approved, with regard to the braking energy absorbed, for mass per axle not lower than that of the vehicle concerned.
  • 2.2. The vehicle concerned is a tractor or a towed vehicle whose axle or axles are, as regards tyres, braking energy absorbed per axle, and mode of tyre fitting and brake assembly, identical with respect to braking with an axle or axles which have individually passed the Type-I and/or Type-II or Type-III test for masses per axle not lower than that of the vehicle concerned, provided that the braking energy absorbed per axle does not exceed the energy absorbed per axle in the reference test or tests carried out on the individual axle.
  • 2.3. The vehicle concerned is a tractor equipped with an endurance braking system, other than the engine brake, identical with an endurance braking system already tested under the following conditions:
  • 2.3.1. The endurance braking system shall, by itself, in a test carried out on a gradient of at least 6 per cent (Type-II test), have stabilised a vehicle whose maximum mass at the time of the test was not less than the maximum mass of the vehicle submitted for approval;
  • 2.3.2. It shall be verified in the above test that the rotational speed of the rotating parts of the endurance braking system, when the vehicle submitted for approval reaches a road speed of 30 km/h, is such that the retarding torque is not less than that corresponding to the test referred to in point 2.3.1.
  • 2.4. The vehicle concerned is a towed vehicle equipped with air operated S-cam or disc brakes which satisfy the verification requirements of Appendix 1 relative to the control of characteristics compared to the characteristics given in a report for a reference axle as shown in the test report. Other brake designs from air operated S-cam or disc brakes may be approved upon presentation of equivalent information.’

‘4.   Type-approval certificate

Where the foregoing requirements are applied, the type approval certificate shall include the following particulars:

  • 4.1. In the case under point 2.1 of this Annex, the approval number of the vehicle subjected to the Type-I and/or Type-II or Type-III test of reference shall be entered.
  • 4.2. In the cases under point 2.2 of this Annex, Table I in the template set out in Annex V to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be completed.
  • 4.3. In the cases under point 2.3 of this Annex, Table II in the template set out in Annex V to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be completed.
  • 4.4. If point 2.4 of this Annex is applicable, Table III in the template set out in Annex V to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be completed.’

‘2.   Symbols used in this Annex are explained in the following table:
2.1. Symbols P = part of the vehicle mass borne by the axle under static conditions F = normal reaction of road surface on the axle under static conditions = P·g FR = total normal static reaction of road surface on all wheels of towed vehicle Fe = test axle load Pe = Fe / g g = acceleration due to gravity: g = 9.81 m/s2 C = brake input torque C0 = brake input threshold torque. This torque may be determined by extrapolation of measurements within a range not exceeding 15 per cent braking rate or other equivalent methods C0,dec = declared brake input threshold torque Cmax = maximum brake input torque R = dynamic tyre rolling radius. As an alternative for vehicles of categories Ra and Sa, the static loaded radius, as specified by the tyre manufacturer, may be used instead of the dynamic tyre rolling radius T = brake force at tyre/road interface TR = total brake force at tyre/road interface of the towed vehicle M = brake torque = T.R z = braking rate = T/F or M/(R·F) s = actuator stroke (working stroke plus free stroke) sp = the effective stroke (the stroke at which the output thrust is 90 % of the average thrust ThA) Image omitted; see official source ThA = average thrust (the average thrust is determined by integrating the values between 1/3 and 2/3 of the total stroke Smax) l = lever length r = internal radius of brake drums or effective radius of brake discs p = brake actuation pressure

Note: Symbols with the suffix ‘e’ relate to the parameters associated with the reference brake test and may be added to other symbols as appropriate.’

  • ‘3.1.2. The results of tests on a combination of axles may be used in accordance with point 2.1 of this Annex provided that each axle contributes equal braking energy input during the drag and hot brake tests.’
  • ‘3.7. Identification
  • 3.7.1. The axle shall carry in a visible position at least the following identification information grouped together, in any order, in a legible and indelible manner:
  • 3.7.1.1. Axle manufacturer and/or make;
  • 3.7.1.2. Axle identifier;
  • 3.7.1.3. Brake identifier
  • 3.7.1.4. Fe identifier;
  • 3.7.1.5. Base part of test report number;
  • 3.7.1.6. Example of the identifiers:

Axle Manufacturer and/or make ABC

ID1-XXXXXX

ID2-YYYYYY

ID3-11111

ID4-ZZZZZZZ

  • 3.7.2. A non-integrated automatic brake adjustment device shall carry in a visible position at least the following identification information grouped together, in a legible and indelible manner:
  • 3.7.2.1. Manufacturer and make or one of the two, as applicable
  • 3.7.2.2. Type
  • 3.7.2.3. Version
  • 3.7.3. The make and type of each brake lining or pad shall be visible when the lining or pad is mounted on the brake shoe or back plate in a legible and indelible manner.
  • 3.7.4. Identifiers
  • 3.7.4.1. Axle identifier

The axle identifier categorizes an axle in terms of its braking force/torque capability as stated by the axle manufacturer.

The axle identifier shall be an alphanumeric number consisting of the four characters ‘ID1-’ followed by a maximum of 20 characters.

  • 3.7.4.2. Brake identifier

The brake identifier shall be an alphanumeric number consisting of the four characters ‘ID2-’ followed by a maximum of 20 characters.

A brake with the same identifier is a brake which does not differ with regard to the following criteria:

  • (a) type of brake;
  • (b) base material with respect to calliper housing, brake carrier, brake disc and brake drum;
  • (c) dimensions with the suffix ‘e’ according to the test report;
  • (d) the basic method used within the brake to generate the braking force;
  • (e) in the case of disc brakes, the friction ring mounting method: fixed or floating;
  • (f) brake factor BF;
  • (g) different brake characteristics with respect to the requirements of Annex VII which are not covered by point 3.7.4.2.1 of this Appendix.
  • 3.7.4.2.1. Differences allowed within the same brake identifier

The same brake identifier may include different brake characteristics with regard to the following criteria:

  • (a) increase in maximum declared brake input torque Cmax;
  • (b) deviation of declared brake disc and brake drum mass mdec: ± 20 per cent;
  • (c) method of attachment of the lining / pad on the brake shoe / back plate;
  • (d) in the case of disc brakes, increase of maximum stroke capability of the brake;
  • (e) effective length of the cam shaft;
  • (f) declared threshold torque C0,dec;
  • (g) ± 5 mm from the declared external diameter of the disc;
  • (h) type of cooling of the disc (ventilated/non-ventilated);
  • (i) hub (with or without integrated hub);
  • (j) disc with integrated drum – with or without parking brake function;
  • (k) geometric relationship between disc friction surfaces and disc mounting;
  • (l) brake lining type;
  • (m) material variations (excluding changes in base material referred to in point 3.7.4.2.) for which the manufacturer confirms that such a material variation does not change the performance with respect to the required tests;
  • (n) back plate and shoes.
  • 3.7.4.3. Fe identifier

The Fe identifier indicates the test axle load. It shall be an alphanumeric number consisting of the four characters ‘ID3-’ followed by the Fe value in daN, without the daN unit identifier.

  • 3.7.4.4. Test report identifier

The test report identifier shall be an alphanumeric number consisting of the four characters ‘ID4-’ followed by the base part of the test report number.

  • 3.7.5. Automatic brake adjustment device (integrated and non-integrated)
  • 3.7.5.1. Types of automatic brake adjustment device

The same type of automatic brake adjustment device does not differ with regard to the following criteria:

  • (a) body: base material ;
  • (b) maximal permitted brake shaft moment;
  • (c) adjustment operating principle.
  • 3.7.5.2. Versions of automatic brake adjustment device, with respect to the adjustment behaviour

Automatic brake adjustment devices within a type that have an impact on the running clearance of the brake are considered to be different versions.’

  • ‘3.8. Test criteria

In the case that a new test report, or a test report extension, is required for a modified axle or brake within the limits specified in the information document the following criteria are used to determine the necessity for further testing taking into account worst case configurations agreed with the Technical Service.
Abbreviations used in the subsequent table Abbreviations used in the subsequent table
CT (complete test) Test: 3.5.1.: Supplementary cold performance test 3.5.2.:Fade test (Type-I test)7 3.5.3.:Fade test (Type-III test)7
FT (fade test) Test: 3.5.1. Supplementary cold performance test 3.5.2.Fade test (Type-I test)7 3.5.3.Fade test (Type-III test)7
Differences according to point 3.7.4.2.1 Test criteria
(a) Increase in maximum declared brake input torque Cmax Change allowed without additional testing
(b) Deviation of declared brake disc and brake drum mass mdec: ± 20 per cent CT: The lightest variant shall be tested; if the nominal test mass for a new variant deviates less than 5 per cent from a previously tested variant with a higher nominal value then the test of the lighter version may be dispensed with. The actual test mass of the test specimen may vary ± 5 per cent from the nominal test mass.
(c) Method of attachment of the lining / pad on the brake shoe / back plate The worst case specified by the manufacturer and agreed by the Technical Services conducting the test
(d) In the case of disc brakes, increase of maximum stroke capability of the brake Change allowed without additional testing
(e) Effective length of the cam shaft The worst case is considered to be the lowest cam shaft torsional stiffness and shall be verified by either: (i) FT; or (ii) Change allowed without additional testing if by calculation the influence with respect to stroke and braking force can be shown. In this case the test report shall indicate the following extrapolated values: se, Ce, Te, Te/Fe.
(f) Declared threshold torque C0,dec It shall be checked that the brake performance remains within the corridors of Diagram 1
(g) ± 5 mm from the declared external diameter of the disc The worst case test is considered the smallest diameter The actual external diameter of the test specimen may vary ± 1 mm from the nominal external diameter specified by the axle manufacturer.
(h) Type of cooling of the disc (ventilated/non-ventilated) Each type shall be tested
(i) Hub (with or without integrated hub) Each type shall be tested
(j) Disc with integrated drum – with or without parking brake function Testing is not required for this feature
(k) Geometric relationship between disc friction surfaces and disc mounting Testing is not required for this feature
(l) Brake lining type Each type of brake lining
(m) Material variations (excluding changes in base material referred to in point 3.7.4.2.) for which the manufacturer confirms that such a material variation does not change the performance with respect to the required tests Test not required for this condition
(n) Back plate and shoes Worst case test conditions[^ntr*3-L_2016277EN.01002101-E0003]: Back plate: minimum thickness Shoe: lightest brake shoe
  • 3.8.1. If an automatic brake adjustment device deviates from a tested one according to points 3.7.5.1 and 3.7.5.2, an additional test according to point 3.6.2 is necessary.’
  • ‘2.2.18. s': effective (useful) travel of control device in millimetres, determined as required by point 10.4.’
  • ‘2.2.23. M: braking torque as specified by the manufacturer. This braking torque shall produce at least the prescribed braking force B;’
  • ‘2.2.24. R: Dynamic tyre rolling radius. As an alternative for vehicles of categories Ra and Sa, the static loaded radius, as specified by the tyre manufacturer, may be used instead of the dynamic tyre rolling radius;’
  • ‘5.5. In the case of inertia braking system on multi-axled drawbar towed vehicles, the loss of travel so referred to in in point 10.4.1 shall be measured.’

‘9.   Test reports

Applications for the approval of towed vehicles equipped with inertia braking systems shall be accompanied by the test reports relating to the control device and the brakes and the test report on the compatibility of the inertia type control device, the transmission device and the brakes of the towed vehicle, these reports including at least the particulars prescribed in Article 9 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘To check whether these conditions are complied with the following inequalities shall be applied:’

  • ‘10.3.1.1. In mechanical-transmission inertia braking systems:

Image omitted; see official source ’

  • ‘10.3.1.2. In hydraulic-transmission inertia braking systems:

Image omitted; see official source ’

  • ‘10.4.3.2. in hydraulic-transmission inertia braking systems:

Image omitted; see official source

Image omitted; see official source ’

  • ‘10.4.4. When the towed vehicle moves rearward the following inequalities shall be applied:
  • 10.4.4.1. In mechanical-transmission inertia braking systems:
  • 10.4.4.2. In hydraulic-transmission inertia braking systems:
  • 10.4.5. Checks when an overload protector within the meaning of point 3.6. is fitted

The following inequalities shall be applied:

  • 10.4.5.1. where the overload protector is mechanical on the inertia control device:

Image omitted; see official source

  • 10.4.5.2. where the overload protector is hydraulic on the inertia control device:

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  • 10.4.5.3. if the overload protector is on the inertia control device:

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  • 10.4.5.4. if the overload protector is fitted on the brake:

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  • (k) in Appendix 1, Figure 5A is replaced by the following:

‘ Figure 5A

Mechanical-transmission braking system

(See point 2.3 of this Annex)

ГРАЖДАНИ

Increased travel only on one side when only one brake goes into reverse mode

Compensator geometry allows equal tension in both rear cables

1.2 Control device

1.3 Transmission

1.4 Brakes”

  • ‘5.2.3.1. If, in the case of a hydrostatic drive, the vehicle cannot be stopped on a gradient, then it is permissible to operate the parking braking system to stop the vehicle from residual creep speed to standstill. For this purpose the parking braking system has to be designed such that it is possible for it to be actuated during driving.’;
  • ‘5.3.4. The braking force distribution of the service brake system shall be designed in such a way that during braking there is no significant moment around the vertical axis of the vehicle if the limit of adhesion between tyres and road on homogeneous road surfaces is not attained.’

‘This shall be demonstrated by compliance with the technical requirements laid down in accordance with the relevant provisions of Article 19 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/208.’

‘Lift-off of an axle is permissible for vehicles of Class I and Class II at a deceleration exceeding 4,5 m/s2. However, the driving stability shall be preserved.’

‘In the case of Class III vehicles this sequence shall be automatic, using only the service brake control device.’
‘Friction braking system 80 60 ’

‘In the case of Class III vehicles this sequence shall be automatic, using only the parking brake control device.’

‘That requirement shall be demonstrated by compliance with the technical requirements laid down in Article 19 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/208.’

  • ‘1.1. The prescribed braking rate referred to in point 5.3.5 of this Annex may be calculated by reference to the measured coefficient of adhesion of the two surfaces on which this test is carried out.

The two surfaces shall satisfy the conditions set out in point 5.3.4. of this Annex.’

‘The electric control line of the tractor shall provide information as to whether the requirements of point 2.2.1.16.3 of Annex I can be satisfied by the electric control line, without assistance from the pneumatic control line.’

  • ‘3.3.3. when the electric control signal has exceeded the equivalent of 100 kPa for more than 1 second, the towed vehicle shall verify that a pneumatic signal is present; should no pneumatic signal be present, the driver shall be warned from the towed vehicle by the separate yellow warning signal specified in point 2.2.1.29.2 of Annex I.’

‘A towed vehicle may be equipped as described in point 2.1.4.1.3 of Annex I, provided that it can only be operated in conjunction with a tractor with an electric control line which satisfies the requirements of point 2.2.1.16.3 of Annex I.’

‘When the tractor is equipped according to point 2.1.4.1.3 of Annex I or, if it satisfies the requirements of point 2.2.1.16.3 of Annex I without assistance from the pneumatic control line, point 2.1.4.1.2 of Annex I, the actuation of the parking braking system on the tractor shall actuate a braking system on the towed vehicle via the electric control line.’

‘When the prescribed service braking performance can no longer be achieved (red warning signal), failures resulting from a loss of electrical continuity (e.g. breakage, disconnection) shall be signalled to the driver as soon as they occur, and the prescribed residual braking performance shall be fulfilled by operating the service braking control device in accordance with point 3.1.4 of Annex II.’

‘In the case of a failure in the electric control transmission of a towed vehicle, electrically connected via an electric control line only, according to point 2.1.4.1.3 of Annex I, braking of the towed vehicle shall be ensured according to point 2.2.1.17.2.1 of Annex I.’

‘For towed vehicles, electrically connected via an electric control line only, according to point 2.1.4.1.3 of Annex I, and fulfilling the requirements set out in point 2.2.1.17.2.2 of Annex I with the performance prescribed in point 3.2.3 of Annex II, it is sufficient that the provisions of point 4.1.10 of this Annex are invoked, when a braking performance of at least 30 % of the prescribed performance for the service braking system of the towed vehicle can no longer be ensured, by either providing the ‘supply line braking request’ signal via the data communication part of the electric control line or by the continuous absence of this data communication.’

‘After the braking system has checked that no defects that require identification by the red warning signal are present the message referred to in this point shall be set to 00b.’

‘3.   Alternative requirements

As an alternative to the requirements of sections 1 and 2, hydraulic connection of the single line type installed on tractors shall fulfil all the requirements of this section, in addition to the provisions of point 2.1.’

  • ‘3.9. Braking valve and energy source shall be marked in accordance with the requirements laid down in Article 24 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/208.’.

[^ntc*1-L_2016277EN.01002101-E0001]  Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 of 11 March 2015 implementing Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to the administrative requirements for the approval and market surveillance of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 85, 28.3.2015, p. 1.).’ ’

7

If applicable

8

No test is required if the manufacturer can demonstrate that a change does not affect the stiffness.

ANNEX V

Annexes I, III, V, VII, X, XII to XV, XVII, XIX, XX, XXII, XXV to XXXI, XXXIII and XXXIV to Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/208 are amended as follows:
‘1 Lighting installation Incorporating all valid text up to 02 series of amendments OJ L 177, 10.7.2010, p. 1 T and C’;
‘6 Lighting, light signalling devices and their light sources Supplement 18 to the 01 series of amendments Corrigendum 1 to Supplement 18 Supplement 19 to the 01 series of amendments OJ L 177, 10.7.2010, p. 40 T, C, R and S’;
‘8 Lighting installation Incorporating all valid text up to 05 series of amendments Corrigendum 1 to Revision 4 of the Regulation OJ L 177, 10.7.2010, p. 71 T and C’;
‘20 Lighting installation Incorporating all valid text up to 03 series of amendments OJ L 177, 10.7.2010, p. 170 T and C’;
‘23 Lighting, light signalling devices and their light sources Supplement 17 to the original version of the Regulation OJ L 4, 7.1.2012, p. 18 T, C, R and S’
‘77 Lighting installation Supplement 14 to the original version of the Regulation OJ L 4, 7.1.2012, p. 21 T, C, R and S’;
  • ‘2.6. In order for approval authorities may calculate their maximum theoretical speed, the manufacturer shall specify as a guide the gear ratio, the actual forward movement of the powered wheels corresponding to one complete revolution, and the rpm at maximum power output or the cut-off initiation speed under full load with the throttle fully open, whichever is higher, and the speed governor, if fitted, adjusted as laid down by the manufacturer. The maximum theoretical speed shall be calculated without the tolerances referred to in point 2.5.’

‘1.   Definitions

For the purposes of this Annex, the definitions in section 1 of Annex XXXIII shall apply. The following definitions shall also apply:’

‘The requirements set out in point 2.2 are not applicable to C-category tractors with steel track chains equipped with differential steering.’

‘If the steering system is combined with the braking system, the requirements laid down in Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68[^ntr*1-L_2016277EN.01004401-E0001] shall apply.

[^ntr*1-L_2016277EN.01004401-E0001]: Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68 of 15 October 2014 supplementing Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to vehicle braking requirements for the approval of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 17, 23.1.2015, p. 1).’ "

  • (c) in point 3.4.1.1 the fourth sentence is replaced by the following:

‘Without prejudice to the requirements laid down in Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68, if there is a hydraulic connection between the hydraulic steering equipment and the hydraulic braking equipment, and if both are supplied from the same energy source, the force required to activate the steering equipment shall not exceed 40 daN if either of the systems should fail.’

  • ‘2. The part concerning the vision beside the tractor, in ISO 5721-2:2014 on the field of vision to the side and to the rear of agricultural tractors. The requirements of point 5.1.3 of ISO 5721-2:2014 may be fulfilled by a combination of direct and indirect view.’

‘ANNEX X

Requirements on driver information systems

  1. Definitions

“Virtual terminals” means electronic on-board information systems with display screens that provide an operator with visual information on the performance of the vehicle and its systems, and that allow the operator to monitor and control various functions via a touch screen or keypad.

  1. Requirements
2.1 Driver information systems shall be designed so as to minimize distraction of the driver whilst conveying the necessary information
2.2 Information provided in a non-language format on a digital screen shall meet the requirements of ISO 3767: part 1 (1998 +A2:2012) and part 2 (2008).’
  • (6) Annex XII is amended as follows:
  • (a) section 3 is replaced by the following:

‘3.   Approval

The templates of the documents referred to in points 2.1 to 2.4, to be submitted during the EU type-approval process, shall be those set out in Annex I of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘4.   Approval number and markings

Each vehicle approved in accordance with the requirements set out in this Annex shall be assigned an approval number and marking, in accordance with the model set out in Annex IV of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘6.1.   Main-beam headlamps (UNECE Regulations Nos 1, 8, 20, 98, 112 and 113, as referenced in Annex I to this Regulation)
6.1.1. Presence: Mandatory for tractors with maximum design speed exceeding 40 km/h. Optional for other tractors. Main-beam headlamps are prohibited on R- and S-category vehicles. Main-beam head lamps, as prescribed in UNECE Regulation No 1, as referenced in Annex I, are only allowed on tractors with maximum design speed not exceeding 40 km/h. Main-beam head lamps, as prescribed in UNECE Regulations Nos 1, 8 and 20, as referenced in Annex I, are only allowed on new tractor types until 31 December 2020 and are only allowed on new tractors until 31 December 2022.’
  • (d) point 6.2 is replaced by the following:
  • ‘6.2. Dipped-beam headlamps (UNECE Regulations Nos 1, 8, 20, 98, 112 and 113, as referenced in Annex I to this Regulation)’;
  • ‘6.2.1. Presence: Tractors shall be equipped with dipped-beam headlamps. Dipped-beam headlamps are prohibited on R- and S-category vehicles. Dipped-beam head lamps, as prescribed in UNECE Regulation No 1, as referenced in Annex I, are only allowed on tractors with maximum design speed not exceeding 40 km/h. Dipped-beam head lamps, as prescribed in UNECE Regulations Nos 1, 8 and 20, as referenced in Annex I, are only allowed on new tractor types until 31 December 2020 and are only allowed on new tractors until 31 December 2022.’
  • ‘6.25.5.1.2. The other two retro-reflectors shall keep within a maximum height of 2 500 mm above the ground and shall comply with point 6.25.5.1.’

‘Definitions for the protection of drive components, in accordance with the requirements laid down in Article 20 of Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014[^ntr*2-L_2016277EN.01004401-E0002], are valid for this Annex.

[^ntr*2-L_2016277EN.01004401-E0002]: Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014 of 19 September 2014 supplementing and amending Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council with regard to vehicle construction and general requirements for the approval of agricultural and forestry vehicles (OJ L 364, 18.12.2014, p. 1).’ "

  • (b) in Part 2, point 1.1 is replaced by the following:
  • ‘1.1. Interior parts of the passenger compartment excluding the side doors, with all doors, windows and access lids in the closed position’;

‘This requirement shall not apply to parts of control devices and of casings between their switches, which protrude less than 5 mm, but the outward facing angles of such parts shall be blunted, save where such parts protrude less than 1,5 mm.’

‘If the panels and components, etc., are covered with materials softer than 60 Shore A hardness, the procedure for the measuring of projections described in the first paragraph shall apply only after the removal of such materials.’

‘Apparatus and procedure for application of points 1.1.3 and 1.1.4’;

‘PART 4

Seat belts

The requirements laid down in Article 21 of Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014 shall apply.’

‘ANNEX XIV

Requirements on vehicle exterior and accessories

  1. Definitions

For the purposes of this Annex, the definitions in section 1 of Annex XII and in section 1 of Annex XXXIII shall apply. The following definitions shall also apply:

  • 1.1. “External surface” means the outside of the vehicle including wheels, tracks, doors, bumpers, bonnet, access means, tanks, mudguards, exhaust system.
  • 1.2. “Radius of curvature” means the radius of the arc of a circle which comes closest to the rounded form of the component under consideration.
  • 1.3. “Extreme outer edge“ of the vehicle means, in relation to the sides of the vehicle, the plane parallel to the median longitudinal plane of the vehicle coinciding with its outer lateral edge, account not being taken of the projection:
  • (a) of tyres near their point of contact with the ground, and connections for tyre pressure gauges and tyre inflating/deflating devices/ducts;
  • (b) of any anti-skid devices which may be mounted on the wheels;
  • (c) of rear-view mirrors, including their support;
  • (d) of side direction indicator lamps, end outline marker lamps, front and rear position (side) lamps, parking lamps, retro-reflectors, signalling panels and SMV rear marking plates;
  • (e) of articulation structures on foldable ROPS of T2, C2, T3 and C3 category tractors;
  • (f) of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic connections, and their supports on the sides of tractors.
  1. Scope
2.1. This Annex shall apply to those parts of the external surface which, with the vehicle in the laden condition, equipped with tyres of the highest diameter or set of tracks of the highest vertical dimension, for which it is approved, with all doors, windows and access lids etc., in the closed position, are: 2.1.1. at a height of less than 0,75 m, the parts forming only at the sides of the vehicle the extreme outer edge in each vertical plane perpendicular to the length axis of the vehicle, with the exemption of those parts with distance greater than 80 mm from the side extreme outer edge of the vehicle and towards its median longitudinal plane, when the vehicle is equipped with the tyres or set of tracks, described in point 2.1, giving the least track width; if more than one tyre or set of tracks, described in point 2.1, exist, the one giving the minimum vehicle width shall be considered; 2.1.2. at the sides and at a height between 0,75 and 2 m, all parts, except: 2.1.2.1. the parts that cannot be contacted by a sphere with a diameter of 100 mm, when approaching horizontally in each vertical plane perpendicular to the length axis of the vehicle; the displacement of the sphere shall not exceed 80 mm, starting from the extreme outer edge of each of the left and right side of the vehicle and towards its median longitudinal plane, when the vehicle is equipped with the tyres or set of tracks, described in point 2.1, giving the least track width; if more than one tyre or set of tracks, described in point 2.1, exist, the one giving the minimum vehicle width shall be considered;
2.2. The purpose of these provisions is to reduce the risk or seriousness of bodily injury to a person hit by the exterior of the vehicle or brushing against it in the event of a collision. This is valid both when the vehicle is stationary and in motion.
2.3. This annex does not apply to exterior rear-view mirrors, including their support.
2.4. This Annex does not apply neither to the track chains nor to the parts of the tracks that are inside of the vertical plane formed by the extreme outer edge of the track belt or track chain of vehicles of category C.
2.5. This Annex does not apply to the parts of the wheels and of the wheel guards that are inside of the vertical plane formed by the exterior lateral wall of the tyres.
2.6. This Annex does not apply to steps and rungs, including their support, mentioned in points 3.3. and 4.2. of Annex XV to Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1322/2014.
2.7. This annex does not apply to mechanical, electrical, pneumatic or hydraulic connections, including their supports, mounted on the sides of tractors.
2.8. This annex does not apply to articulation structures on foldable ROPS of T2, C2, T3 and C3 category tractors.
  1. Requirements
3.1. The external surface of the vehicle shall not exhibit, directed outwards, any pointed or sharp parts, rough surfaces, or any projections of such shape, dimensions, direction or hardness as to be likely to increase the risk or seriousness of bodily injury to a person hit by the external surface or brushing against it in the event of a collision.
3.2. The external surfaces on each side of the vehicle shall not exhibit, directed outwards, any parts likely to catch on pedestrians, cyclists or motor cyclists.
3.3. No protruding part of the external surface shall have a radius of curvature less than 2,5 mm or each external part with edges shall be positioned with respect to the longitudinal axis so that the outside face of such part shall be flat and without edges and on a plane parallel with the vertical plane containing the longitudinal axis. This requirement shall not apply to parts of the external surface which protrude less than 5 mm, but the outward facing angles of such parts shall be blunted, save where such parts protrude less than 1,5 mm.
3.4. Protruding parts of the external surface, made of a material of hardness not exceeding 60 shore A, may have a radius of curvature less than 2,5 mm. The hardness measurement by the Shore A procedure may be replaced by a hardness value declaration from the manufacturer of the component.
3.5. Vehicles equipped with hydro-pneumatic, hydraulic or pneumatic suspension or a device for automatic levelling according to load shall be tested with the vehicle in the laden condition.
3.6. For connecting structures on ROPS of T2, C2, T3 and C3 category tractors only point 3.1 shall apply.
3.7. For side direction indicator lamps, end outline marker lamps, front and rear position (side) lamps, parking lamps, retro-reflectors, signalling panels, working lamps, SMV rear marking plates, including their supports, only points 3.1 and 3.2 shall apply.
3.8. Exposed implements on vehicles of categories R and S that have sharp edges or teeth when set in road transport mode and that are already covered by Directive 2006/42/EC are exempted from complying with points 3.1 to 3.5. For exposed areas of any other part of vehicles of categories R and S with maximum design speed exceeding 60 km/h, points 3.1 to 3.5 shall apply. For exposed areas of any other part of vehicles of categories R and S with maximum design speed not exceeding 60 km/h, only points 3.1 and 3.2 shall apply.’
  • (9) in Annex XV, Part 2 is amended as follows:
  • (a) points 1.1.1 and 1.1.2 are replaced by the following:
  • ‘1.1.1. The application for approval of a vehicle type, with regard to its electromagnetic compatibility pursuant to Articles 24 and 26 of Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 and Annex I to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer.
  • 1.1.2. The vehicle manufacturer shall submit the information document, the model of which is set out in Annex I to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘This vehicle shall represent the vehicle type specified in the information document set out in Article 2 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘The application for approval of a type of ESA with regard to its electromagnetic compatibility pursuant to Articles 24 and 26 of Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 and Article 2 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by the manufacturer of the ESA.’

  • ‘1.2.2. The vehicle manufacturer shall submit the information document, the model of which is set out in Annex I to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’
  • ‘1.2.6. Where applicable, any restrictions on use shall be identified. Any such restrictions shall be included in the information document referred to in Article 2 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 or in the EU type-approval certificate referred to in Annex V of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’
  • ‘2.1. Every ESA conforming to a type approved pursuant to this Regulation shall bear an EU type-approval mark in accordance with Article 5 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 and Annex XX to this Regulation.’
  • ‘3.3.2.4. Notwithstanding the limits defined in points 3.3.2.1, 3.3.2.2 and 3.3.2.3, if, during the initial step described in point 1.3 of Part 4, the signal strength measured at the vehicle broadcast radio antenna is less than 20 dB microvolts/m (10 microvolts/m) over the frequency range 88 to 108 MHz, then the vehicle shall be deemed to comply with the limits for narrowband emissions and no further testing shall be required.’
  • ‘1.1. Tractors with cab shall be fitted with a heating system which complies with this Annex. Tractors with cab may be fitted with air conditioning systems. Where fitted, such systems shall comply with this Annex.
  • 1.2. The heating system, in combination with the cab ventilation, shall be able to defrost and demist the windscreen. Heating and cooling systems shall be tested in accordance with sections 8 and 9, paragraphs 8.1.1 to 8.1.4 and 9.1.1 to 9.1.4 of ISO 14269-2:2001, respectively. During the test, system controls shall be set according to the manufacturer's specifications. The test reports shall be included into the information document.’
  • ‘2.6.1. If the height of the upper edge of the plate from the ground surface does not exceed 1,20 m, the plate shall be visible in the whole space included within the following four planes:
  • (a) the two vertical planes touching the two lateral edges of the plate and forming an angle measured outwards to the left and to the right of the plate of 30o to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle;
  • (b) the plane touching the upper edge of the plate and forming an angle measured upwards of 15o to the horizontal;
  • (c) the horizontal plane through the lower edge of the plate.’
  • ‘2.6.1.a. If the height of the upper edge of the plate from the ground surface exceeds 1,20 m, the plate shall be visible in the whole space included within the following four planes:
  • (a) the two vertical planes touching the two lateral edges of the plate and forming an angle measured outwards to the left and to the right of the plate of 30o to the longitudinal median plane of the vehicle;
  • (b) the plane touching the upper edge of the plate and forming an angle measured upwards of 15o to the horizontal;
  • (c) the plane touching the lower edge of the plate and forming an angle measured downwards of 15o to the horizontal.’
  • ‘2.6.2. No structural element, even when fully transparent, shall be located in the space described in points 2.6.1 and 2.6.1a.’
  • ‘2.1. All agricultural or forestry vehicles shall be provided with the plate and inscriptions described in the following points. The plate and inscriptions shall be attached by the manufacturer.
  • 2.2. All components or separate technical units conforming to a type approved pursuant to Regulation (EU) No 167/2013 shall bear an EU type-approval mark described in point 6 of this Annex or a mark provided in Article 34(2) of that Regulation and set out in Article 5 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’
  • ‘3.1. A statutory plate, modelled as set out in Annex IV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504, shall be firmly attached in a conspicuous and readily accessible position on a part normally not subject to replacement during normal use, regular maintenance or repair (e.g. due to accident damage). It shall show clearly and indelibly the information specified in the model for the EU type-approval mark set out in Annex IV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.
  • 3.2. The manufacturer may give additional information below or to the side of the prescribed inscriptions, outside a clearly marked rectangle enclosing only the information required by Annex IV of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’
  • ‘4.3. It shall be marked on the chassis or other similar structure, where possible on the front right-hand side of the vehicle.’

‘5.   Characters

The characters specified in the model for the EU type-approval mark set out Annex IV to Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504 shall be used for the markings referred to in sections 3 and 4.’

‘Every separate technical unit or component, conforming to a type in respect of which EU separate technical unit or component type-approval has been granted in accordance with Chapter V of Regulation (EU) No 167/2013, shall bear an EU separate technical unit or component type-approval mark, pursuant to Article 34(2) of that Regulation and in accordance with Article 5 of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2015/504.’

‘For the purposes of this Annex, definitions of ‘drawbar towed vehicle’ and ‘rigid drawbar towed vehicle’, set out in Article 2 of Delegated Regulation (EU) 2015/68, shall apply.

The following definitions shall also apply:’

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