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Directive 2009/57/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 13 July 2009 relating to the roll-over protection structures of wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors (codified version) (Text with EEA relevance) (repealed)
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for tractors of mass specified by Article 1 — Annex III, Part B,
for tractors of mass more than 1,5 tonnes and not more than 3,5 tonnes — Annex III, Part A,
as regards tractors with a reversible driving position (i.e. with a reversible seat and steering wheel) or fitted with optional seats, only the testing method described in Annex III, Part B, shall apply.
general arrangement drawing either to a scale marked on the drawing or giving the main dimensions of the roll-over protection structure. This drawing must in particular show details of the mounting components,
photographs from side and rear showing mounting details,
brief description of the roll-over protection structure including type of construction, details of mounting on the tractor and, where necessary, details of cladding, means of access and escape, details of interior padding and features to prevent continuous rolling and details of heating and ventilation,
details of materials used in structural parts including attaching brackets and fixing bolts (see Annex V).
the mass of the unballasted tractor, as defined in point 1.3 of Annex II, does not exceed by more than 5 % the reference mass used in the test,
the method of attachment and the tractor’s components to which the attachments are made are identical,
any components such as mudguards and bonnet cowls which may provide support for the roll-over protection device are identical,
the position of the seat has not been changed.
the trade mark or name;
a component type-approval mark conforming to the model in Annex VI;
serial number of the protection structure;
make and type(s) of tractor(s) for which the protection structure is intended.
Tests made using special rigs are intended to simulate such loads as are imposed on a roll-over protection structure when a tractor overturns. These tests, described in Annex III, must enable the strength of the roll-over protection structure and the attaching brackets to the tractor to be assessed.
Components which may create a hazard in the zone of clearance must also be fitted so that they may be examined as to their compliance with the requirements of point 4.1 of this Annex.
The measured mass W used in the formulae (see Annex III, Parts A and B) to calculate the height of the fall of the pendulum weight and the crushing force, shall be at least that defined in point 2.1.1 of Annex I to Directive 2003/37/EC (i.e. excluding optional accessories but including coolant, oils, fuel, tools and driver) plus the roll-over protection structure and less 75 kg. Not included are optional front or rear ballast weights, tyre ballast, mounted implements, mounted equipment or any specialised components.
The pendulum pivot points shall be rigidly fixed so that their displacement in any direction does not exceed 1 % of the height of fall.
This wire rope shall be any round strand, fibre core, construction 6 × 19 in accordance with ISO 2408. The nominal rope diameter shall be 13 mm.
A rig as shown in Annex IV, fig. 8, shall be capable of exerting a downward force on a roll-over protection structure through a rigid beam approximately 250 mm wide connected to the load-applying mechanism by means of universal joints. Suitable axle stands shall be provided so that the tractor tyres do not bear crushing force.
The following tolerances shall apply to measurements made during the tests:
linear dimensions measured during test (except point 2.8.2); protection structure and tractor dimensions, zone of clearance and tyre deflections when lashed for impact tests: ± 3 mm;
height of pendulum weight set for impact tests: ± 6 mm;
measured tractor mass: ± 20 kg;
load applied in crushing tests: ± 2 %;
angle of weight-supporting chains or wire ropes at the point of impact: ± 2 °.
A track width setting for the rear wheels shall be chosen such that as far as possible the roll-over protection structure is not supported by the tyres during the tests.
All components of the tractor and roll-over protection structure which, as complete units, constitute protection for the driver — including weather protection — shall be supplied with the tractor to be tested. It is permissible to remove front, side and rear windows of safety glass or similar material and any detachable panels, fittings and accessories which have no function of structural strength and which cannot create a hazard in the event of overturning.
The side of the tractor on which the side impact is struck shall be that which is likely to give the greatest distortion. The rear impact shall be on the corner furthest from the side impact, and the front impact on the corner nearest the side impact.
Tyres shall not be water ballasted. Pressures and deflections in those tyres which are lashed in the various tests shall be in accordance with the following table:
Tyre pressure (bar) | Deflection (mm) | |||||
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Radial-ply tyres | Diagonal-ply tyres | Front | Rear | |||
Front | Rear | Front | Rear | |||
Four-wheel drive, front and rear wheels of the same size | 1,2 | 1,2 | 1,0 | 1,0 | 25 | 25 |
Four-wheel drive, front wheels smaller than rear | 1,8 | 1,2 | 1,5 | 1,0 | 20 | 25 |
Two-wheel drive | 2,4 | 1,2 | 2,0 | 1,0 | 15 | 25 |
it is free from fractures and cracks as described in point 3.1 of Annex III, Parts A and B;
for Annex III, Part A tests: no part of the zone of clearance is outside the roll-over protection structure;
for Annex III, Part B tests: no part of the zone of clearance has been entered by the roll-over protection structure during any of the impact or crushing tests or is outside the roll-over protection structure, as described in point 3.2 of Annex III, Part B;
for Annex III, Part A tests: the difference between the maximum momentary deflection and residual deflection, referred to in point 3.3 of Annex III, Part A, does not exceed 15 cm;
for Annex III, Part B tests: during the side impact test the difference between the maximum momentary deflection and the residual deflection, referred to in point 3.3 of Annex III, Part B does not exceed 25 cm.
a general description of the roll-over protection structure’s shape and construction including materials and fixings; external dimensions of tractor with protection structure fitted; main interior dimensions; minimum clearance from steering wheel; lateral distance from steering wheel to protection structure sides; height of protection structure roof above seat or seat reference point and above foot platform if there is one; details of provisions for normal entry and exit and for escape as determined by the protection structure parts; and details of heating and, where appropriate, ventilation system;
details of any special features such as devices to prevent the continuous rolling of the tractor;
a brief description of any interior padding intended to minimise head or shoulder injuries or to effect noise reduction;
a statement of the type of windscreen and glazing fitted.
The point of impact shall be that part of the roll-over protection structure likely to hit the ground first in a rearward overturning accident, normally the upper edge. The position of the centre of gravity of the weight shall be one-sixth of the width of the top of the roll-over protection structure inwards from a vertical plane parallel to the median plane of the tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the roll-over protection structure.
However, if a curve in the back of the roll-over protection structure starts at a greater distance than that inside this vertical plane, the impact shall be administered at the beginning of the curve, i.e. at the point where this curve is tangential to a line at right angles to the median plane of the tractor (see Annex IV, fig. 9).
If a protruding member would present an inadequate area for the weight, a steel plate of appropriate thickness and depth and about 300 mm in length shall be fastened to that member in such a manner that the strength of the roll-over protection structure is not affected.
The lashings shall be tightened so that the deflections in the front and rear tyres are as indicated in point 3.1.5 of Annex II. When the lashings have been tightened, a wooden beam 150 mm × 150 mm shall be clamped in front of the rear wheels and driven tight against them.
H = 125 + 0,020 W
where H is the height of fall in millimetres and W the mass of the tractor as defined in point 1.3 of Annex II.
The weight shall then be released and allowed to crash against the roll-over protection structure.
The point of impact shall be that part of the roll-over protection structure likely to hit the ground first if the tractor overturned sideways whilst travelling forward, normally the top front corner. The position of the centre of gravity of the weight shall be not more than 80 mm from a vertical plane parallel to the median plane of the tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the roll-over protection structure.
However, if a curve in the front of the roll-over protection structure starts at a greater distance than 80 mm inside this vertical plane, the impact shall be administered at the beginning of the curve, i.e. at the point where this curve is tangential to a line at right angles to the median plane of the tractor (see Annex IV, fig. 9).
The lashings shall be tightened so that the deflections in the front and rear tyres are as indicated in point 3.1.5 of Annex II. When the lashings have been tightened, a wooden beam approximately 150 mm × 150 mm shall be clamped behind the rear wheels and driven tight against them.
H = 125 + 0,020 W.
The point of impact shall be that part of the roll-over protection structure likely to hit the ground first in a sideways overturning accident, normally the upper edge. Unless it is certain that another part of this edge would hit the ground first, the point of impact shall be in the plane at right angles to the median plane of the tractor and passing through the middle of the seat at the mid-point of adjustment. Steps must be taken to reduce the tendency of the weight to turn about the point of contact.
Both axles of articulated tractors shall be lashed to the ground. The axle and wheels of that section of the tractor on which the protection structure is mounted shall be lashed and propped as in Annex IV, fig. 7. The point of articulation shall be supported by a beam at least 100 mm × 100 mm and lashed down to the ground rails. A prop will be positioned against the point of articulation and secured to the floor so that it has the same effect as a prop against the rear wheel and provides support similar to that achieved for a rigid tractor.
H = 125 + 0,150 W.
The tractor shall be positioned in the rig described in point 2.6 of Annex II and shown in Annex IV, figs 8 and 10, in such a way that the rear edge of the beam is over the rearmost top load-bearing part of the protection structure and the median longitudinal plane of the tractor is midway between the points of application of force to the beam.
The axle stands shall be placed under the axles in such a way that the tyres do not bear the crushing force. The force applied shall correspond to twice the mass of the tractor as defined in point 1.3 of Annex II. It may be necessary to lash down the front of the tractor.
horizontal, 95 cm above the compressed seat;
vertical, perpendicular to the median plane of the tractor and 10 cm behind the back of the seat;
vertical, parallel to the median plane of the tractor and 25 cm to the left of the centre of the seat;
vertical, parallel to the median plane of the tractor and 25 cm to the right of the centre of the seat;
an inclined plane in which lies a horizontal line which is at right angles to the median plane of the tractor, 95 cm above the compressed seat and 45 cm (plus the normal fore and aft movement of the seat) in front of the back of the seat. This inclined plane passes in front of the steering wheel and at its nearest point is 4 cm from the rim of the steering wheel.
After each test all structural members, joints and attaching brackets on the tractor shall be visually examined for fractures or cracks, any small cracks in unimportant parts being ignored.
During the side impact test the difference between the maximum momentary deflection and the residual deflection at a height of 950 mm above the loaded seat shall be recorded. One end of the rod described in point 2.7.1 of Annex II shall be attached to the upper part of the roll-over protection structure and the other end passed through a hole in the vertical standard. The position of the friction collar on the rod after the impact indicates the maximum momentary deflection.
After the final compression test the permanent deflection of the protection structure shall be recorded. For this purpose, before the start of the test, the positions of the main roll-over protection structure members in relation to the seat shall be recorded.
The point of impact shall be that part of the roll-over protection structure likely to hit the ground first in a rearward overturning accident, normally the upper edge. The position of the centre of gravity of the weight shall be one-sixth of the width of the top of the roll-over protection structure inwards from a vertical plane parallel to the median plane of the tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the roll-over protection structure.
However, if a curve in the back of the roll-over protection structure starts at a greater distance than that inside this vertical plane, the impact shall be administered at the beginning of the curve, i.e. at the point where this curve is tangential to a line at right angles to the median plane of the tractor (see Annex IV, fig. 9).
If a protruding member would present an inadequate area for the weight, a steel plate of appropriate thickness and depth and about 300 mm in length shall be fastened to that member in such a manner that the strength of the roll-over protection structure is not affected.
The lashing shall be tightened so that the deflections in the front and rear tyres are as indicated in point 3.1.5 of Annex II. After the lashings have been tightened a wooden beam 150 mm × 150 mm shall be clamped in front of the rear wheels and driven tight against them.
H = 2,165 × 10-8 × WL2 or H = 5,73 × 10-2 × I
where:
=
the height of fall in millimetres,
=
the mass of the tractor as defined in 1.3 of Annex II,
=
the maximum tractor wheelbase in millimetres,
=
the moment of inertia of the rear axle, with wheels removed, in kilograms per square metre (kg/m2).
The weight shall then be released and allowed to crash against the roll-over protection structure.
The point of impact shall be that part of the protection structure likely to hit the ground first if the tractor overturned sideways whilst travelling forward, normally the top front corner. The position of the centre of gravity of the weight shall be not more than 80 mm from a vertical plane parallel to the median plane of the tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the roll-over protection structure.
However, if a curve in the front of the roll-over protection structure starts at a greater distance than 80 mm inside this vertical plane, the impact shall be administered at the beginning of the curve, i.e. at the point where this curve is tangential to a line at right angles to the median plane of the tractor (see Annex IV, fig. 9).
The lashings shall be tightened so that the deflections in the front and rear tyres are as indicated in point 3.1.5 of Annex II. When the lashings have been tightened, a wooden beam 150 mm × 150 mm shall be clamped behind the rear wheels and driven tight against them.
H = 125 + 0,020 W.
The point of impact shall be that part of the protection structure likely to hit the ground first in a sideways overturning accident, normally the upper edge. Unless it is certain that another part of this edge would hit the ground first, the point of impact shall be in the plane at right angles to the median plane of the tractor and passing through the middle of the seat at the mid-point of adjustment. Steps must be taken to reduce the tendency of the weight to turn about the point of contact. In the case of a tractor with a reversible driving position (i.e. with a reversible seat and steering wheel), the point of impact shall be determined in relation to the intersection of the median plane of the tractor and of a plane perpendicular to it, by a straight line passing through a point that is equidistant from the two seat reference points.
Both axles of articulated tractors shall be lashed to the ground. The axle and wheels of that section of the tractor on which the protection structure is mounted shall be lashed and propped as in Annex IV, fig. 7. The point of articulation shall be supported by a beam at least 100 mm × 100 mm and lashed down to the ground rails. A prop will be positioned against the point of articulation and secured to the floor so that it has the same effect as a prop against the rear wheel and provides support similar to that achieved for a rigid tractor.
H = 125 + 0,150 W.
The tractor shall be positioned in the rig described in point 2.6 of Annex II and shown in Annex IV, figs 8 and 10 in such a way that the rear edge of the beam is over the rearmost top load-bearing part of the roll-over protection structure and the median longitudinal plane of the tractor is midway between the points of application of force to the beam.
The axle stands shall be placed under the axles in such a way that the tyres do not bear the crushing force. The force applied shall correspond to twice the mass of the tractor as defined in point 1.3 of Annex II. It may be necessary to lash down the front of the tractor.
Where the steering wheel is adjustable, its position should be that for normal seated driving.
vertical planes 250 mm on either side of the reference plane extending upwards from the seat reference point for 300 mm;
parallel planes extending from the upper edge of planes 2.2.1 to a maximum height of 900 mm above the seat reference point and inclined in such a way that the upper edge of the plane on the side from which the side impact is struck is at least 100 mm from the reference plane;
a horizontal plane 900 mm above the seat reference point;
an inclined plane perpendicular to the reference plane and including a point 900 mm directly above the seat reference point and the rearmost point of the seat structure including its suspension;
a vertical plane perpendicular to the reference plane extending downwards from the rear-most point of the seat;
a curvilinear surface, perpendicular to the reference plane, with a radius of 120 mm tangential to planes 2.2.3 and 2.2.4;
a curvilinear surface, perpendicular to the reference plane, having a radius of 900 mm and extending forward for 400 mm from and tangential to plane 2.2.3 at a point 150 mm forward of the seat reference point;
an inclined plane perpendicular to the reference plane, joining surface 2.2.7 at its forward edge and passing 40 mm from the steering wheel. In the case of a high steering wheel position this plane is replaced by a tangent plane to surface 2.2.7;
a vertical plane, perpendicular to the reference plane, 40 mm forward of the steering wheel;
a horizontal plane through the seat reference point;
in the case of a tractor with a reversible driving position (i.e. with a reversible seat and steering wheel), the clearance shall be a combination of the two clearances determined by the two positions of the steering wheel and seat;
in the case of a tractor which can be fitted with optional seats, the tests shall be based on the combined clearance of the seat reference points for all available seat-fitting options. The roll-over protection structure must not enter the combined clearance around the various seat reference points;
where a new option for the seat is proposed after the test has taken place, a calculation is made to determine whether the clearance around the new seat reference point is located entirely within the combined clearance established previously. If this is not the case, a new test is required.
The reference point shall be established using the apparatus illustrated in Annex IV, figs 1 and 2, to simulate loading by a human occupant. The apparatus shall consist of a seat pan board and backrest boards. The lower backrest board shall be jointed in the region of the ischium humps (A) and loin (B), the joint (B) being adjustable in height.
The apparatus shall be positioned on the seat. It shall then be loaded with a force of 550 N at a point 50 mm in front of joint (A), and the two parts of the backrest board shall be lightly pressed tangentially against the backrest.
where no definite tangent to the lower area is possible: the lower part of the backrest board is pressed against the backrest vertically;
where no definite tangent to the upper area is possible: the joint (B) is fixed at a height of 230 mm above the seat reference point, if the lower part of the backrest board is vertical. Then the two parts of the backrest board are lightly pressed against the backrest tangentially.
After each test all structural members, joints and attaching brackets on the tractor shall be visually examined for fractures or cracks, any small cracks in unimportant parts being ignored.
During the side impact test the difference between the maximum momentary deflection and the residual deflection at a height of 900 mm above and 150 mm forward of the seat reference point shall be recorded. One end of the rod described in point 2.7.1 of Annex II shall be attached to the upper part of the roll-over protection structure and the other end passed through a hole in the vertical standard. The position of the friction collar on the rod after the blow indicates the maximum momentary deflection.
After the final compression test the permanent deflection of the protection structure shall be recorded. For this purpose, before the start of the test, the position of the main roll-over protection structure members in relation to the seat reference point shall be recorded.
The EC component type-approval mark shall consist of a rectangle surrounding the lower-case letter ‘e’ followed by the distinguishing number of the Member State which has granted the component type-approval:
for Germany
for France
for Italy
for the Netherlands
for Sweden
for Belgium
for Hungary
for the Czech Republic
for Spain
for the United Kingdom,
for Austria
for Luxembourg
for Finland
for Denmark
for Romania
for Poland
for Portugal
for Greece
for Ireland
for Slovenia
for Slovakia
for Estonia
for Latvia
for Bulgaria
for Lithuania
for Cyprus
for Malta
It must also include in the vicinity of the rectangle the EC component type-approval number which corresponds to the number of the EC component type-approval certificate issued with regard to the strength of the type of roll-over protection structure and its attachment to the tractor.
the new type of roll-over protection structure and its tractor attachment have received EC component type-approval;
it is designed to be mounted on the type of tractor for which the extension of the EC type-approval is requested;
the attachment of the protection structure to the tractor corresponds to that which was tested when EC component type-approval was granted.
(referred to in Article 13)
Council Directive 77/536/EEC | |
Part X of Annex I to the 1979 Act of Accession | |
Part IX A of Annex I to the 1985 Act of Accession | |
Council Directive 87/354/EC | Only the references made to Directive 77/536/EC by point 9(a) of the Annex |
Council Directive 89/680/EC | |
Point XI.C.II.2 of Annex I to the 1994 Act of Accession | |
Commission Directive 1999/55/EC | |
Point I.A.21 of Annex II to the 2003 Act of Accession | |
Council Directive 2006/96/EC | Only the reference to Directive 77/536/EC made in Article 1 and point 20 of Part A of the Annex |
(referred to in Article 13)
a In conformity with Article 2 of Directive 1999/55/EC: 1.From 1 July 2000, Member States may not:
if the tractors in question meet the requirements of Directive 77/536/EC as amended by this Directive. 2.From 1 January 2001, Member States:
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Directive | Time limit for transposition | Date of application |
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77/536/EC | 29 December 1978 | — |
87/354/EC | 31 December 1987 | — |
89/680/EC | 3 January 1990 | — |
1999/55/EC | 30 June 2000a | — |
2006/96/EC | 1 January 2007 | — |
Directive 77/536/EEC | Directive 1999/55/EC | This Directive |
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Article 9 | Article 1 | |
Article 1 | Article 2 | |
Article 2 | Article 3 | |
Article 3 | Article 4 | |
Article 4 | Article 5 | |
Article 5 | Article 6 | |
Article 6 | Article 7 | |
Article 7 | — | |
Article 2 | Article 8 | |
Article 8 | Article 9 | |
Articles 10 and 11 | Articles 10 and 11 | |
Article 12(1) | — | |
Article 12(2) | Article 12 | |
— | Article 13 | |
— | Article 14 | |
Article 13 | Article 15 | |
Annexes I to IX | Annexes I to IX | |
— | Annex X | |
— | Annex XI |
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