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Directive 2003/37/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council (repealed)Show full title

Directive 2003/37/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 26 May 2003 on type-approval of agricultural or forestry tractors, their trailers and interchangeable towed machinery, together with their systems, components and separate technical units and repealing Directive 74/150/EEC (Text with EEA relevance) (repealed)

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  1. Introductory Text

  2. Article 1.Scope

  3. Article 2.Definitions

  4. Article 3.Application for EC type-approval

  5. Article 4.The EC type-approval process

  6. Article 5.Amendments to EC type-approvals

  7. Article 6.Certificate of conformity and EC type-approval mark

  8. Article 7.Registration, sale and entry into service

  9. Article 8.Exemptions

  10. Article 9.Vehicles produced in small series

  11. Article 10.End-of-series vehicles

  12. Article 11.Incompatibility of vehicles, systems, components or separate technical units

  13. Article 12.Equivalence

  14. Article 13.Arrangements to ensure conformity of production

  15. Article 14.Obligation to provide information

  16. Article 15.Safeguard clauses

  17. Article 16.Failure to conform to the approved type

  18. Article 17.Verification of non-conformity

  19. Article 18.Notification of decisions and legal remedies available

  20. Article 19.Amendment of the Annexes to this Directive or of the separate directives

  21. Article 20.Committee

  22. Article 21.Notification of the EC type-approval authorities and technical services

  23. Article 22.Implementation

  24. Article 23.Enforcement measures for the EC type-approval

  25. Article 24.Repeal

  26. Article 25.Entry into force

  27. Article 26.Addressees

    1. ANNEX I

      MODEL INFORMATION DOCUMENTS

      1. (All the information documents referred to in this Directive and...

      2. The following information, if applicable, must be supplied in triplicate...

      3. MODEL A Exhaustive list

        1. 0. GENERAL

        2. 0.1. Make(s) (trade mark registered by the manufacturer): …

        3. 0.2. Type (specify any variants and versions): …

        4. 0.2.0. Situation in relation to finishing of the vehicle:

        5. 0.2.1. Trade name(s) (where appropriate): …

        6. 0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle:...

        7. 0.3.1. Manufacturer's plate (location and method of affixing): …

        8. 0.3.2. Chassis identification number (location): …

        9. 0.4. Category of vehicle: …

        10. 0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: …

        11. 0.6. Location of and method of affixing statutory plates and inscriptions...

        12. 0.7. Location of the EC type-approval mark on systems, components and...

        13. 0.8. Name(s) and address(es) of assembly plant(s): …

        14. 1. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS OF THE VEHICLE

        15. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

        16. 1.1.1. Number and position of axles with twinned wheels (if applicable): …...

        17. 1.1.2. Number and position of steered axles: …

        18. 1.1.3. Powered axles (number, position, interconnection): …

        19. 1.1.4. Braked axles (number, position): …

        20. 1.2. Position and arrangement of the engine: …

        21. 1.3. Position of the steering wheel: right/left/centre

        22. 1.4. Reversible driving position: yes/no

        23. 1.5. Chassis: backbone/chassis with side members/articulated chassis/other

        24. 1.6. Vehicle designed for on-road use on the: right/left

        25. 2. MASSES AND DIMENSIONS (in kg and mm) (Refer to drawings...

        26. 2.1. Unladen mass(es):

        27. 2.1.1. Unladen mass(es) in running order

        28. 2.1.1.1. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles and, in...

        29. 2.2. Maximum mass(es) as declared by the manufacturer: …

        30. 2.2.1. Technically permissible maximum laden mass(es) of vehicle according to the...

        31. 2.2.2. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles and, in...

        32. 2.2.3. Limits on the distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the...

        33. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

        34. 2.2.4. Payload(s): …

        35. 2.3. Ballast masses (total weight, material, number of components): …

        36. 2.3.1. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles: …

        37. 2.4. Technically permissible towable mass(es) for the tractor in the case...

        38. 2.4.1. Drawbar trailer (interchangeable towed machinery): …

        39. 2.4.2. Semi-trailer (interchangeable towed machinery): …

        40. 2.4.3. Centre-axle trailer (interchangeable towed machinery): …

        41. 2.4.4. Total technically permissible mass(es) of the tractor-trailer combination (interchangeable towed...

        42. 2.4.5. Maximum mass of the trailer (interchangeable towed machinery) which may...

        43. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point:

        44. 2.4.6.1. Height above ground:

        45. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum height: …

        46. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum height: …

        47. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

        48. 2.4.6.3. Maximum static vertical load/technically permissible mass on the coupling point:...

        49. 2.4.6.3.1. of the tractor: …

        50. 2.4.6.3.2. of the semi-trailer (interchangeable towed machinery) or the centre-axle trailer...

        51. 2.5. Wheelbase:

        52. 2.5.1. For semi-trailers (interchangeable towed machinery):

        53. 2.5.1.1. distance between the coupling pin and the first rear axle: …...

        54. 2.5.1.2. distance between the coupling pin and the rear of the...

        55. 2.6. Maximum and minimum width of track of each axle (measured...

        56. 2.7. Range of vehicle dimensions (overall and for on-road use):

        57. 2.7.1. For chassis without bodywork:

        58. 2.7.1.1. Length: …

        59. 2.7.1.1.1. Maximum permissible length for the completed vehicle: …

        60. 2.7.1.1.2. Minimum permissible length for the completed vehicle: …

        61. 2.7.1.2. Width: …

        62. 2.7.1.2.1. Maximum permissible width for the completed vehicle: …

        63. 2.7.1.2.2. Minimum permissible width for the completed vehicle: …

        64. 2.7.1.3. Height (in running order) (for suspensions, if any, which are...

        65. 2.7.1.4. Forward overhang: …

        66. 2.7.1.4.1. Approach angle: … degrees

        67. 2.7.1.5. Rear overhang: …

        68. 2.7.1.5.1. Departure angle: … degrees

        69. 2.7.1.5.2. Minimum and maximum permissible overhang of the coupling point: …

        70. 2.7.1.6. Ground clearance:

        71. 2.7.1.6.1. Between the axles: …

        72. 2.7.1.6.2. Under the front axle(s): …

        73. 2.7.1.6.3. Under the rear axle(s): …

        74. 2.7.1.7. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity of the...

        75. 2.7.2. For chassis with bodywork:

        76. 2.7.2.1. Length: …

        77. 2.7.2.1.1. Length of the loading area: …

        78. 2.7.2.2. Width: …

        79. 2.7.2.3. Height (in running order) (for suspensions, if any, which are...

        80. 2.7.2.4. Forward overhang: …

        81. 2.7.2.4.1. Approach angle: … degrees

        82. 2.7.2.5. Rear overhang: …

        83. 2.7.2.5.1. Departure angle: … degrees

        84. 2.7.2.5.2. Minimum and maximum permissible overhang of the coupling point: …

        85. 2.7.2.6. Ground clearance:

        86. 2.7.2.6.1. Between the axles: …

        87. 2.7.2.6.2. Under the front axle(s): …

        88. 2.7.2.6.3. Under the rear axle(s): …

        89. 2.7.2.7. Ramp angle: … degrees

        90. 2.7.2.8. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity of the...

        91. 4. TRANSMISSION

        92. 4.1. Diagram of the transmission system: …

        93. 4.2. Type (mechanical, hydraulic, electric, etc.): …

        94. 4.2.1. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any) …

        95. 4.3. Engine flywheel moment of inertia: …

        96. 4.3.1. Additional moment of inertia if no gear is engaged: …

        97. 4.4. Clutch (type) (if any): …

        98. 4.4.1. Maximum torque conversion (if any): …

        99. 4.5. Gearbox (type, direct engagement, method of control) (if any)

        100. 4.6. Gear ratios (if any), with or without transfer box

        101. 4.6.1. Maximum dimensions of tyres on powered axles: …

        102. 4.7. Calculated maximum tractor design speed in top gear (show factors...

        103. 4.7.1. Measured maximum speed: … km/h

        104. 4.8. Actual forward movement of powered wheels corresponding to one complete...

        105. 4.9. Speed governor: yes/no

        106. 4.9.1. Description: …

        107. 4.10. Speedometer, tachometer and hour meter (if fitted)

        108. 4.10.1. Speedometer (if fitted)

        109. 4.10.1.1. Method of operation and description of drive mechanism: …

        110. 4.10.1.2. Instrument constant: …

        111. 4.10.1.3. Measuring mechanism tolerance: …

        112. 4.10.1.4. Overall transmission ratio: …

        113. 4.10.1.5. Design of the instrument dial or of the other forms...

        114. 4.10.1.6. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components: …

        115. 4.10.2. Tachometer and hour metre (if fitted): yes/no

        116. 4.11. Differential lock (if fitted): yes/no

        117. 4.12. Power take-off(s) (revolutions per minute and ratio of this figure...

        118. 4.12.1. main power take-off(s): …

        119. 4.12.2. other(s): …

        120. 4.12.3. Power take-off guard(s) (description, dimensions, drawings, photographs): …

        121. 4.13. Protection of engine parts, projecting parts and wheels (descriptions, drawings,...

        122. 4.13.1. Single surface protection: …

        123. 4.13.2. Multi-surface protection: …

        124. 4.13.3. Protection by total encapsulation: …

        125. 4.14. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …

        126. 5. AXLES

        127. 5.1. Description of each axle: …

        128. 5.2. Make (where appropriate): …

        129. 5.3. Type (where appropriate): …

        130. 6. SUSPENSION (where appropriate)

        131. 6.1. Extreme (maximum-minimum) tyre/wheel combinations (if any) (dimensions, characteristics, inflation pressure...

        132. 6.2. Type of suspension (if fitted) for each axle or wheel: …...

        133. 6.2.1. Level adjustment: yes/no/optional

        134. 6.2.2. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …

        135. 6.3. Other devices (if any): …

        136. 7. STEERING (descriptive diagram)

        137. 7.1. Steering category: manual/power-assisted/servo steering

        138. 7.1.1. Reversible driving position (description): …

        139. 7.2. Transmission and control

        140. 7.2.1. Type of steering transmission (specify for front and rear, if...

        141. 7.2.2. Linkage to the wheels (including other than mechanical means; specify...

        142. 7.2.2.1. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …

        143. 7.2.3. Method of power assistance, if any: …

        144. 7.2.3.1. Method and diagram of operation, make(s) and type(s): …

        145. 7.2.4. Diagram of the steering equipment as a whole, showing the...

        146. 7.2.5. Schematic diagram(s) of the steering control(s): …

        147. 7.2.6. Range and method of adjustment, if any, of the steering...

        148. 7.3. Maximum turning angle of the wheels (if fitted):

        149. 7.3.1. To the right: … degrees Number of steering wheel turns:...

        150. 7.3.2. To the left: … degrees Number of steering wheel turns:...

        151. 7.4. Minimum turning circle (without braking)

        152. 7.4.1. To the right: … mm

        153. 7.4.2. To the left: … mm

        154. 7.5. Method of adjustment of the steering control (where applicable): …

        155. 7.6. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if any): …

        156. 8. BRAKES (overall sketch and operating sketch)

        157. 8.1. Service braking system: …

        158. 8.2. Secondary braking system (if fitted): …

        159. 8.3. Parking brake: …

        160. 8.4. Any additional braking device(s) (and especially retarders): …

        161. 8.5. For vehicles with anti-lock brake systems, description of system operation...

        162. 8.6. List of braking-system components, properly identified: …

        163. 8.7. Dimensions of the largest permissible tyres on the braked axles: …...

        164. 8.8. Calculation for the braking system (determination of the ratio of...

        165. 8.9. Locking of left and right braking controls: …

        166. 8.10. External energy source(s) (if any) (characteristics, capacity of energy reservoirs,...

        167. 8.11. Vehicles fitted with trailer braking devices

        168. 8.11.1. Trailer-brake actuating device (description, characteristics): …

        169. 8.11.2. Mechanical/hydraulic/pneumatic coupling

        170. 8.11.3. Connectors, couplings, safety devices (description, drawing, sketch): …

        171. 8.11.4. Single- or two-line connections

        172. 8.11.4.1. Supply overpressure (1 line): … kPa

        173. 8.11.4.2. Supply overpressure (2 line): … kPa

        174. 9. FIELD OF VISION, GLAZING, WINDSCREEN WIPERS AND REAR-VIEW MIRRORS

        175. 9.1. Field of vision

        176. 9.1.1. Drawing(s) or photograph(s) showing the position of parts in the...

        177. 9.2. Glazing

        178. 9.2.1. Data for quick identification of reference point: …

        179. 9.2.2. Windscreen(s)

        180. 9.2.2.1. Material(s) used: …

        181. 9.2.2.2. Method of fitting: …

        182. 9.2.2.3. Rake angle(s): … degrees

        183. 9.2.2.4. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        184. 9.2.2.5. Windscreen accessories and their location and concise description of any...

        185. 9.2.3. Other window(s)

        186. 9.2.3.1. Position(s): …

        187. 9.2.3.2. Material(s) used: …

        188. 9.2.3.3. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        189. 9.2.3.4. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if fitted) of the...

        190. 9.3. Windscreen wipers: yes/no (description, number, frequency of operation): …

        191. 9.4. Rear-view mirror(s)

        192. 9.4.1. Class(es): …

        193. 9.4.2. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        194. 9.4.3. Position(s) in relation to vehicle structure (drawings): …

        195. 9.4.4. Fixing method(s): …

        196. 9.4.5. Optional equipment that might restrict the field of vision to...

        197. 9.4.6. Brief description of the electrical/electronic components (if fitted) of the...

        198. 9.5. Defrosting and demisting

        199. 9.5.1. Technical description: …

        200. 10. ROLL-OVER PROTECTIVE STRUCTURES, WEATHER PROTECTION, SEATS, LOAD PLATFORMS

        201. 10.1. ROPS (dimensioned drawings, photographs (where appropriate), description)

        202. 10.1.1. Frame(s):

        203. 10.1.1.0. Presence: yes/no

        204. 10.1.1.1. Trade-mark(s): …

        205. 10.1.1.2. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        206. 10.1.1.3. Internal and external dimensions: …

        207. 10.1.1.4. Material(s) and method of construction: …

        208. 10.1.2. Cab(s)

        209. 10.1.2.0. Presence: yes/no

        210. 10.1.2.1. Trade-mark(s): …

        211. 10.1.2.2. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        212. 10.1.2.3. Doors (number, dimensions, direction of opening, latches and hinges): …

        213. 10.1.2.4. Windows and emergency exit(s) (number, dimensions, positions): …

        214. 10.1.2.5. Other weather protection arrangements (description): …

        215. 10.1.2.6. Internal and external dimensions: …

        216. 10.1.3. Roll bar(s) mounted at front/rear, fold-down or not

        217. 10.1.3.0. Presence: yes/no

        218. 10.1.3.1. Description (position, fixing, etc.): …

        219. 10.1.3.2. Trade mark(s) or name(s): …

        220. 10.1.3.3. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        221. 10.1.3.4. Dimensions: …

        222. 10.1.3.5. Material(s) and method of construction: …

        223. 10.2. Operating space and access to driving cab (description, characteristics, dimensioned...

        224. 10.3. Seats and footrests

        225. 10.3.1. Driving seat(s) (drawings, photographs, description) …

        226. 10.3.1.1. Trade mark(s) or name(s): …

        227. 10.3.1.2. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        228. 10.3.1.3. Seat type category: category A class I/II/III, category B:

        229. 10.3.1.4. Position and main characteristics: …

        230. 10.3.1.5. Adjustment system: …

        231. 10.3.1.6. Displacement and locking system: …

        232. 10.3.2. Passenger seats (number, dimensions, position and characteristics): …

        233. 10.3.3. Foot rests (number, dimensions and positions): …

        234. 10.4. Load platform

        235. 10.4.1. Dimensions: … mm

        236. 10.4.2. Position: …

        237. 10.4.3. Technically permissible load: … kg

        238. 10.4.4. Distribution of load among the axles: … kg

        239. 10.5. Suppression of radio interference

        240. 10.5.1. Description and drawings/photographs of the shapes and constituent materials of...

        241. 10.5.2. Drawings or photographs of the position of the metal components...

        242. 10.5.3. Table and drawing of radio interference control equipment: …

        243. 10.5.4. Particulars of the nominal value of the direct current resistances,...

        244. 11. LIGHTING AND LIGHT-SIGNALLING DEVICES (dimensioned sketches of the exterior of...

        245. 11.1. Compulsory devices

        246. 11.1.1. Dipped-beam headlamps: …

        247. 11.1.2. Front position (side) lamps: …

        248. 11.1.3. Rear position lamps: …

        249. 11.1.4. Direction indicator lamps:

        250. 11.1.5. Rear reflex reflectors: …

        251. 11.1.6. Rear registration plate lamps: …

        252. 11.1.7. Stop lamps: …

        253. 11.1.8. Hazard-warning device: …

        254. 11.2. Optional devices:

        255. 11.2.1. Main-beam headlamps: …

        256. 11.2.2. Front fog lamps: …

        257. 11.2.3. Rear fog lamps: …

        258. 11.2.4. Reversing lamps: …

        259. 11.2.5. Work lamps: …

        260. 11.2.6. Parking lamps: …

        261. 11.2.7. End-outline marker lamps: …

        262. 11.2.8. Warning light(s) for trailer direction indicator lamps: …

        263. 11.3. A brief description of electrical/electronic components other than lamps (if...

        264. 12. MISCELLANEOUS

        265. 12.1. Audible warning device(s) (position): …

        266. 12.1.1. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        267. 12.2. Mechanical couplings between tractor and towed vehicles

        268. 12.2.1. Type(s) of coupling: …

        269. 12.2.2. Trade-mark(s): …

        270. 12.2.3. EC component type-approval mark(s): …

        271. 12.2.4. Device designed for a maximum horizontal load of … kg;...

        272. 12.3. Hydraulic lift – three-point coupling: yes/no

        273. 12.4. Power connection for lighting and light-signalling devices on trailer (description): …...

        274. 12.5. Installation, location, functioning and marking of controls (description, photographs or...

        275. 12.6. Location of rear registration plate (shape and dimensions): …

        276. 12.7. Front coupling device (dimensioned drawing): …

        277. 12.8. Description of the on-board electronics used for the operation and...

      4. MODEL B Simplified information document for the purposes ofvehicle EC type-approval

        1. PART I Model B is to be used where one or more...

        2. PART II Table summarising the authorised combinations in the various versions of...

        3. PART III EC type-approval numbers relating to the separate directives

    2. ANNEX II

      1. CHAPTER A Definition of vehicle categories and vehicle types

        1. A. The vehicle categories are defined as follows:

          1. 1. Category T: Wheeled tractors

          2. 2. Category C: Track-laying tractors

          3. 3. Category R: Trailers

          4. 4. Category S: Interchangeable towed machinery

        2. B. Definition of vehicle types

          1. 1. Wheeled tractors:

          2. 2. Track-laying tractors: idem wheeled tractors.

          3. 3. Trailers:

          4. 4. Interchangeable towed machinery: idem trailers.

      2. CHAPTER B List of requirements for the purposes of vehicle EC type-approval

        1. Part I List of separate directives

        2. Part II. A

        3. Part II. B

        4. Part II. C Correspondence with the OECD standardised codes

        5. Appendix 1

          1. PART I DEFINITION OF SPECIAL-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIST OF REQUIREMENTS FOR THE...

            1. 1. T4 tractors

              1. 1.1. T4.1 High-clearance tractors

              2. 1.2. T4.2 Extra-wide tractors

              3. 1.3. T4.3 Low-clearance tractors

            2. 2. Category C4

          2. PART II APPLICABILITY OF THE SEPARATE DIRECTIVES TO SPECIAL-PURPOSE VEHICLES

        6. Appendix 2

          1. PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED DURING VEHICLE EC TYPE-APPROVAL

            1. 1. In the case of an application made pursuant to Article 3...

            2. 2. The number of vehicles to be inspected for the purposes...

            3. 3. In the case of an application made pursuant to Article...

      3. CHAPTER C VEHICLE EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE

        1. SPECIMEN: (maximum format: A4 (210 mm × 297 mm) or...

          1. PART I Page 1 EC type-approval authority stamp Communication concerning: Delete whichever...

            1. Page 1

            2. Page 2

            3. Page 3

            4. Page 4

          2. PART II TEST RESULTS (to be completed by the EC type-approval authority and attached...

            1. 1. Results of the sound-level tests (external)

            2. 2. Results of the exhaust emission tests

              1. a. Results

              2. b. Results

            3. 3. Driver-perceived sound level

        2. Appendix 1

          1. NUMBERING SYSTEM FOR EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATES

            1. 1. The approval number consists of four parts where complete vehicles...

            2. 2. Where a vehicle is approved, section 2 shall be omitted.

            3. 3. Section 5 is to be omitted solely from the statutory...

            4. 4. Example of a third system approval (that has so far...

            5. 5. Example of a second extension to a fourth vehicle approval...

            6. 6. Example of the approval number stamped on the vehicles statutory...

    3. ANNEX III

      EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY

      1. PART I Specimens

        1. EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY for complete/completed vehicles

          1. Page 1

            1. 0.1. Make(s) (registered by the manufacturer): …

            2. 0.2. Type (specify any variants and versions): …

            3. 0.2.1. Trade name(s) (where appropriate): …

            4. 0.3. Means of identification of type, if marked on the vehicle: …...

            5. 0.3.1. Manufacturer's plate (location and method of affixing): …

            6. 0.3.2. Chassis identification number (location): …

            7. 0.4. Category of vehicle: …

            8. 0.5. Name and address of manufacturer: …

            9. 0.6. Location of the statutory plates: …

          2. Page 2

          3. Page 3

            1. A — Complete/completed tractors

              1. 1. General construction characteristics of the tractor

              2. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

              3. 1.1.3. Powered axles: …

              4. 1.1.4. Braked axles: …

              5. 1.4. Reversible driving position: yes/no

              6. 1.6. Tractor designed for driving on the: right/left

              7. 2. Masses and dimensions

              8. 2.1.1. Unladen mass(es) in running order:

              9. 2.2.1. Maximum laden mass(es) of the tractor according to the tyre...

              10. 2.2.2. Distribution of that mass (those masses) among the axles: …

              11. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

              12. 2.3. Ballast masses (total mass, material, number of components): …

              13. 2.4. Technically permissible towable masses:

              14. 2.4.1. Drawbar trailer/interchangeable towed machinery: … kg

              15. 2.4.2. Semi-trailer/interchangeable towed machinery: … kg

          4. Page 4

            1. 2.4.3. Centre-axle trailer/interchangeable towed machinery: … kg

            2. 2.4.4. Total technically permissible mass(es) of the tractor-trailer combination for each...

            3. 2.4.5. Maximum mass of the trailer/interchangeable towed machinery which may be...

            4. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point

            5. 2.4.6.1. Height of the coupling point above the ground:

            6. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum: … mm

            7. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum: … mm

            8. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

            9. 2.5. Wheelbase: … mm

            10. 2.6. Minimum and maximum track: …/… mm

            11. 2.7.1. Length: … mm

            12. 2.7.2. Width: … mm

            13. 2.7.3. Height: … mm

            14. 3. Engine

            15. 3.1.1. Make: …

            16. 3.1.3. Means of identification of type, location and method of affixing: …...

            17. 3.1.6. Operating principle:

            18. 3.1.7. Fuel:

            19. 3.2.1.2. Type: …

            20. 3.2.1.6. Number of cylinders: …

            21. 3.2.1.7. Cylinder capacity: … cm3

            22. 3.6. Nominal engine power: … kw at … min-1

            23. 3.6.1. Optional: power at the power take-off … kW at … min-1 (rated...

          5. Page 5

            1. 4. Transmission

            2. 4.5. Gearbox

            3. 4.7. Calculated maximum design speed: … km/h

            4. 4.7.1. Measured maximum speed: … km/h

            5. 7. Steering

            6. 7.1. Steering category: manual/power/servo steering

            7. 8. Braking (brief description of the braking system): …

            8. 8.11.4.1. Overpressure at coupling: (single-line): … kPa

            9. 8.11.4.2. Overpressure at coupling: (two-line): … kPa

            10. 10. Roll-over protective structures, weather protection, seat, load platforms.

            11. 10.1. Frame/cab:

            12. 10.1.3. Roll-over hoop:

            13. 10.3.2. Passenger seat(s):

          6. Page 6

            1. 10.4. Load platform:

            2. 10.4.1. Dimensions: … mm

            3. 10.4.3. Technically permissible load: … kg

            4. 11. Lighting and light-signalling devices

            5. 11.2. Optional devices …

            6. 12. Miscellaneous

            7. 12.2. Mechanical coupling between the tractor and the trailer:

            8. 12.2.1. Type(s): ……

            9. 12.2.2. Make(s): ……

            10. 12.2.3. EC type-approval mark(s): ……

            11. 12.2.4. Maximum horizontal load (kg) ……

            12. 12.3. Hydraulic lift — three-point coupling: yes/no

            13. 13. Exterior sound level

            14. 13.1. stationary: … dB(A)

            15. 13.2. moving: … dB(A)

            16. 14. Driver-perceived sound level

            17. 15. Exhaust emissions

            18. 15.1. Results of tests

          7. Page 7

            1. 15.2. Results of tests

            2. 17. Comments  …

          8. Page 3

            1. B — Agricultural or forestry trailers — complete / completed

              1. 1. General construction characteristics of the trailer

              2. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

              3. 1.1.4. Braked axles: …

              4. 2. Masses and dimensions

              5. 2.1.1. Unladen mass(es) in running order:

              6. 2.2.1. Technically permissible maximum laden mass(es) of the trailer according to...

              7. 2.2.2. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles and, in...

              8. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

              9. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point

              10. 2.4.6.1. Height of the coupling point above the ground:

              11. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum: … mm

              12. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum: … mm

          9. Page 4

            1. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

            2. 2.5. Wheelbase: … mm

            3. 2.5.1.2. Distance between the coupling pin and the rear of the...

            4. 2.6. Minimum and maximum track: …/… mm

            5. 2.7.2.1. Length: … mm

            6. 2.7.2.1.1. Length of the loading area: … mm

            7. 2.7.2.2. Width: … mm

            8. 8. Braking (brief description of the braking system): …

            9. 8.11.4.1. Overpressure at coupling: (single-line): … kPa

            10. 8.11.4.2. Overpressure at coupling: (two-line): … kPa

            11. 11. Lighting and light-signalling devices

            12. 11.2. Additional optional devices: …

            13. 12. Miscellaneous

            14. 12.2. Mechanical coupling between the tractor and the trailer:

            15. 12.2.1. Type(s): ……

            16. 12.2.2. Make(s): ……

            17. 12.2.3. EC type-approval mark(s): ……

            18. 12.2.4. Maximum horizontal load (kg) ……

          10. Page 5

            1. 17. Comments  …

          11. Page 3

            1. C — Interchangeable towed machinery — complete/completed

              1. 1. General construction characteristics of the interchangeable towed machinery

              2. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

              3. 1.1.4. Braked axles: …

              4. 2. Masses and dimensions

              5. 2.1.1. Unladen mass(es) in running order:

              6. 2.2.1. Maximum laden mass(es) of the interchangeable towed machinery according to...

              7. 2.2.2. Distribution of that mass (those masses) among the axles: …

              8. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

              9. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point

              10. 2.4.6.1. Height of the coupling point above the ground:

              11. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum: … mm

              12. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum: … mm

          12. Page 4

            1. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

            2. 2.5. Wheelbase: … mm

            3. 2.6. Minimum and maximum track: …/… mm

            4. 2.7.1. Length: … mm

            5. 2.7.2. Width: … mm

            6. 2.7.3. Height: … mm

            7. 8. Braking (brief description of the braking system): …

            8. 8.11.4.1. Overpressure at coupling: (single-line): … kPa

            9. 8.11.4.2. Overpressure at coupling: (two-line): … kPa

            10. 10. Roll-over protective structures, weather protection, seat, load platforms

            11. 10.4. Load platform:

            12. 10.4.1. Dimensions: … mm

            13. 10.4.3. Technically permissible load: … kg

            14. 11. Lighting and light-signalling devices

            15. 11.2. Additional optional devices: …

            16. 12. Miscellaneous

            17. 12.2. Mechanical coupling between the tractor and the interchangeable towed machinery:...

            18. 12.2.1. Type(s): ……

            19. 12.2.2. Make(s): ……

            20. 12.2.3. EC type-approval mark(s): ……

            21. 12.2.4. Maximum horizontal load (kg) ……

          13. Page 5

            1. 17. Comments  …

      2. PART II Specimens

        1. EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY for incomplete vehicles

          1. Page 1

            1. 0.1. Make(s) (name of manufacturer): …

            2. 0.2. Type (specify any variants and versions): …

            3. 0.2.1. Trade name(s) (where appropriate): …

            4. 0.3. Location of and method of affixing statutory plates and inscriptions...

            5. 0.3.1. Manufacturer's plate (location and method of affixing): …

            6. 0.3.2. Chassis identification number (location): …

            7. 0.4. Category of vehicle: …

            8. 0.5. Name and address of manufacturer of base vehicle: …

            9. 0.6. Location of the statutory plates:

          2. Page 2

          3. Page 3

            1. A — Agricultural or forestry trailers — incomplete

              1. 1. General construction characteristics of the trailer

              2. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

              3. 1.1.4. Braked axles: …

              4. 2. Masses and dimensions

              5. 2.1.1. Mass(es) of the bare chassis:

              6. 2.2.1. Technically permissible maximum laden mass(es) of the trailer according to...

              7. 2.2.2. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles and, in...

              8. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

              9. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point

              10. 2.4.6.1. Height of the coupling point above the ground:

              11. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum: … mm

              12. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum: … mm

          4. Page 4

            1. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

            2. 2.5. Wheelbase: … mm

            3. 2.5.1.2. Distance between the centre of coupling device and the rear...

            4. 2.6. Minimum and maximum track: …/… mm

            5. 2.7.1.1. Length: … mm

            6. 2.7.1.1.1. Maximum permissible length for the completed trailer: … mm

            7. 2.7.1.2. Width: … mm

            8. 2.7.1.2.1. Maximum permissible width for the completed trailer: … mm

            9. 2.7.1.7. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity for the...

            10. 8. Braking (brief description of the braking system):

            11. 8.11.4.1. Overpressure at coupling: (single-line): … kPa

            12. 8.11.4.2. Overpressure at coupling: (two-line): … kPa

            13. 11. Lighting and light-signalling devices

            14. 11.2. Additional optional devices: …

            15. 12. Miscellaneous

            16. 12.2. Mechanical coupling between the tractor and the trailer:

            17. 12.2.1. Type(s): ……

            18. 12.2.2. Make(s): ……

            19. 12.2.3. EC type-approval mark(s): ……

            20. 12.2.4. Maximum horizontal load (kg) ……

          5. Page 5

            1. 17. Comments  …

          6. Page 3

            1. B — Interchangeable towed machinery — incomplete

              1. 1. General construction characteristics of the interchangeable towed machinery

              2. 1.1. Number of axles and wheels: …

              3. 1.1.4. Braked axles: …

              4. 2. Masses and dimensions

              5. 2.1.1. Mass(es) of the bare chassis:

              6. 2.2.1. Technically permissible maximum laden mass(es) of interchangeable towed machinery according...

              7. 2.2.2. Distribution of this (these) mass(es) among the axles and, in...

              8. 2.2.3.1. Mass(es) and tyre(s):

              9. 2.4.6. Position of coupling point:

              10. 2.4.6.1. Height of the coupling point above the ground:

              11. 2.4.6.1.1. Maximum: … mm

              12. 2.4.6.1.2. Minimum: … mm

          7. Page 4

            1. 2.4.6.2. Distance from the vertical plane passing through the axis of...

            2. 2.5. Wheelbase: … mm

            3. 2.5.1.2. Distance between the centre of coupling device and the rear...

            4. 2.6. Minimum and maximum track: …/… mm

            5. 2.7.1.1. Length: … mm

            6. 2.7.1.1.1. Maximum permissible length for the completed vehicle: … mm

            7. 2.7.1.2. Width: … mm

            8. 2.7.1.2.1. Maximum permissible width for the completed vehicle: … mm

            9. 2.7.1.7. Extreme permissible positions of the centre of gravity for the...

            10. 8. Braking (brief description of the braking system):

            11. 8.11.4.1. Overpressure at coupling: (single-line): … kPa

            12. 8.11.4.2. Overpressure at coupling: (two-line): … kPa

            13. 11. Lighting and light-signalling devices

            14. 11.2. Additional optional devices: …

            15. 12. Miscellaneous

            16. 12.2. Mechanical coupling between the tractor and the vehicle:

            17. 12.2.1. Type(s): ……

            18. 12.2.2. Make(s): ……

            19. 12.2.3. EC type-approval mark(s): ……

            20. 12.2.4. Maximum horizontal load (kg) ……

          8. Page 5

            1. 17. Comments : …

    4. ANNEX IV

      PROCEDURES TO ENSURE CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

      1. 1. INITIAL ASSESSMENT

        1. 1.1. Before granting EC type-approval, the EC type-approval authority in a...

        2. 1.2. The requirement in point 1.1 must be verified to the satisfaction...

        3. 1.3. The EC type-approval authority shall accept the manufacturer's certification to...

        4. 1.4. On receiving a request from the authority of another Member...

      2. 2. CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

        1. 2.1. Every vehicle, system, component or separate technical unit type-approved pursuant...

        2. 2.2. When granting EC type-approval, the EC type-approval authority in a...

        3. 2.3. The holder of the EC type-approval must, in particular:

          1. 2.3.1. ensure the existence of procedures for effectively monitoring that products...

          2. 2.3.2. have access to the testing equipment necessary for checking conformity...

          3. 2.3.3. ensure that test results are recorded and that the attachments...

          4. 2.3.4. analyse the results of each type of test in order...

          5. 2.3.5. ensure that for each type of product at least the...

          6. 2.3.6. ensure that if any set of samples or test pieces...

          7. 2.3.7. In the case of EC vehicle type-approval, the checks referred...

        4. 2.4. The authority which granted EC type-approval may at any time...

          1. 2.4.1. At every inspection, the test records and production records shall...

          2. 2.4.2. Where the nature of the test so permits, the inspector...

          3. 2.4.3. Where the level of monitoring is unsatisfactory, or where it...

          4. 2.4.4. The EC type-approval authority may carry out any check or...

          5. 2.4.5. Where unsatisfactory results are found during an inspection, the EC...

    5. ANNEX V

      1. A — SMALL SERIES LIMITS

      2. B — LIMITS FOR END-OF-SERIES VEHICLES

    6. ANNEX VI

      LIST OF EC TYPE-APPROVALS ISSUED UNDER SEPARATE DIRECTIVES

      1. EC type-approval authority stamp

      2. List number: …

      3. Covering the period … to …

      4. The following information shall be provided in respect of each...

      5. Manufacturer: …

      6. EC type-approval number: …

      7. Make: …

      8. Type: …

      9. Date of issue: …

      10. First date of issue (in the case of extensions): …

    7. ANNEX VII

      PROCEDURES TO BE FOLLOWED DURING MULTI-STAGE EC TYPE-APPROVAL

      1. 1. GENERAL

        1. 1.1. The satisfactory operation of the multi-stage EC type-approval process requires...

        2. 1.2. EC type-approvals in accordance with this Annex are granted on...

        3. 1.3. Each manufacturer in a multi-stage EC type-approval process shall be...

      2. 2. PROCEDURES

      3. 3. NUMBER OF VEHICLES TO BE INSPECTED

      4. 4. IDENTIFICATION OF THE VEHICLE

    8. ANNEX VIII

      CORRELATION TABLE

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