BS AU 3:1970
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Specification for clearance dimensions and fifth wheel positions for tractors and semi-trailers
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English
20-03-1970
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AUE/13
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| DevelopmentNote |
Reviewed and confirmed by BSI, January 2011. (12/2010)
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| DocumentType |
Standard
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| Pages |
10
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| PublisherName |
British Standards Institution
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| Status |
Current
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1.1 This British Standard specifies clearance dimensions and the positions and heights of fifth wheel attachments fitted to the tractive units of articulated vehicles for the purpose of coupling semi-trailers. It relates to towing vehicles with single rear axles not exceeding 2.5 metres width and to semi-trailers fitted with king pins complying with BS AU 11).
1.2 The standard applies to vehicles in normal road use and excludes vehicles used under cross-country conditions.
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