2006/444/EG: Beschluss des Rates vom 13. März 2006 über den Beitritt der Gemeinschaft zu Regelung Nr. 55 der Wirtschaftskommission der Vereinten Nationen für Europa über einheitliche Bedingungen für die Genehmigung mechanischer Verbindungsteile von Fahrzeugkombinationen (Text von Bedeutung für den EWR)

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4.7.2006 DE EN EN EN EN EN EN EN EN EN EN EN Amtsblatt der Europäischen Union L 181/53 BESCHLUSS DES RATES vom 13. März 2006 über den Beitritt der Gemeinschaft zu Regelung Nr. 55 der Wirtschaftskommission der Vereinten Nationen für Europa über einheitliche Bedingungen für die Genehmigung mechanischer Verbindungsteile von Fahrzeugkombinationen (Text von Bedeutung für den EWR) (2006/444/EG) DER RAT DER EUROPÄISCHEN UNION — gestützt auf den Vertrag zur Gründung der Europäischen Gemeinschaft, gestützt auf den Beschluss 97/836/EG des Rates vom 27. November 1997 über den Beitritt der Gemeinschaft zum Übereinkommen der Wirtschaftskommission der Vereinten Nationen für Europa über die Annahme einheitlicher technischer Vorschriften für Radfahrzeuge, Ausrüstungsgegenstände und Teile, die in Radfahrzeuge(n) eingebaut und/oder verwendet werden können, und die Bedingungen für die gegenseitige Anerkennung von Genehmigungen, die nach diesen Vorschriften erteilt wurden (nachstehend „Geändertes Übereinkommen von 1958“ genannt) (1), insbesondere auf Artikel 3 Absatz 3 und Artikel 4 Absatz 2 zweiter Gedankenstrich, auf Vorschlag der Kommission, nach Zustimmung des Europäischen Parlaments (2), in Erwägung nachstehender Gründe: (1) Durch die vereinheitlichten Anforderungen der Regelung Nr. 55 (3) über einheitliche Bedingungen für die Genehmigung mechanischer Verbindungsteile von Fahrzeugkombinationen sollen technische Hindernisse für den Handel mit Kraftfahrzeugen zwischen den Vertragsparteien beseitigt und zugleich ein hohes Niveau von Sicherheit und Schutz beim Betrieb von Fahrzeugen gewährleistet werden. (2) Die Regelung Nr. 55 war nicht in den Anhang II des Beschlusses 97/836/EG aufgenommen worden, da sie nicht mit den technischen Anforderungen und Spezifikationen der Gemeinschaft vereinbar war, als diese dem Geänderten Übereinkommen von 1958 beitrat. (3) Angesichts der danach vorgenommen Änderungen sollte die Regelung Nr. 55 in das Gemeinschaftssystem für die Typgenehmigung von Kraftfahrzeugen eingegliedert werden — BESCHLIESST: Artikel 1 (1) Die Gemeinschaft wendet die Regelung Nr. 55 der Wirtschaftskommission der Vereinten Nationen für Europa über einheitliche Bedingungen für die Genehmigung mechanischer Verbindungsteile von Fahrzeugkombinationen an. (2) Der Wortlaut der Regelung ist diesem Beschluss beigefügt. Artikel 2 Die Regelung Nr. 55 wird in das Gemeinschaftssystem für die Typgenehmigung von Kraftfahrzeugen eingegliedert. Artikel 3 Die Kommission unterrichtet den Generalsekretär der Vereinten Nationen von diesem Beschluss. Geschehen zu Brüssel am 13. März 2006. Im Namen des Rates Der Präsident M. BARTENSTEIN (1) ABl. L 346 vom 17.12.1997, S. 78. (2) Noch nicht im Amtsblatt veröffentlicht. (3) UN-Dokument E/ECE/324, E/ECE/TRANS/505, Rev. 1/Add. 54/Rev.1, und Korrigendum Nr. 1. AGREEMENT Concerning the adoption of uniform technical prescriptions for wheeled vehicles, equipment and parts which can be fitted and/or be used on wheeled vehicles and the conditions for reciprocal recognition of approvals granted on the basis of these prescriptions (*1) (Revision 2, including the amendments which entered into force on 16 October 1995) (*1) Former title of the Agreement. Addendum 54: REGULATION No 55 Revised version providing Revision 1 consolidated with Corrigendum 1 (*1) Uniform provisions concerning the approval of mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles (*1) Corrigendum 1 to the 01 series of amendments, subject of depositary notification C.N.602.2002.TREATIES-1 dated 13 June 2002. (Acts whose publication is obligatory) Regulation No 55 of the Economic Commission for Europe of the United Nations (UN/ECE). Uniform provisions concerning the approval of mechanical coupling components of combinations of vehicles. 1. SCOPE 1.1. This Regulation lays down the requirements which mechanical coupling devices and components shall meet in order to be regarded internationally as being mutually compatible. 1.2. This Regulation applies to devices and components intended for: 1.2.1. motor vehicles and trailers intended to form a combination of vehicles (1); 1.2.2. motor vehicles and trailers intended to form articulated vehicles (1), where the vertical load imposed on the motor vehicle by the trailer does not exceed 200 kN. 1.3. This Regulation applies to: 1.3.1. standard devices and components as defined in paragraph 2.3.; 1.3.2. non-standard devices and components as defined in paragraph 2.4.; 1.3.3. non-standard miscellaneous devices and components as defined in paragraph 2.5. 2. DEFINITIONS For the purposes of this Regulation: 2.1. „mechanical coupling devices and components means” all those items on the frame, load-bearing parts of the bodywork and the chassis of the motor vehicle and trailer by means of which they are connected together to form the combination of vehicles or the articulated vehicles. Fixed or detachable parts for the attachment or operation of the mechanical coupling device or component are included. 2.2. automatic coupling requirement is achieved if reversing the towing vehicle against the trailer is sufficient to engage the coupling completely, to lock it automatically and to indicate proper engagement of the locking devices without any external intervention. In the case of hook type couplings automatic coupling requirement is achieved if opening and closing of the coupling locking device takes place without any external intervention when the drawbar eye is inserted into the hook. 2.3. standard mechanical coupling devices and components conform to standard dimensions and characteristic values as given in this Regulation. They are interchangeable within their class, independent of manufacturer. 2.4. non-standard mechanical coupling devices and components do not conform in all respects to the standard dimensions and characteristic values given in this Regulation but can be connected to standard coupling devices and components in the relevant class. 2.5. non-standard miscellaneous mechanical coupling devices and components do not conform to standard dimensions and characteristic values as given in this Regulation and cannot be connected to standard coupling devices and components. They include, for example, devices which do not correspond with any of the Classes A to L and T listed in paragraph 2.6. such as those intended for special, heavy transport use and miscellaneous devices conforming to existing national standards. 2.6. mechanical coupling devices and components are classified according to type as follows: 2.6.1. Class A Coupling balls and towing brackets employing a 50 mm diameter spherical device and brackets on the towing vehicle for connecting to the trailer by means of a coupling head — see annex 5, paragraph 1. 2.6.1.1. Class A50-1 to 50-5 Standard 50 mm diameter coupling balls with flange type bolted fixing. 2.6.1.2. Class A50-X Non-standard 50 mm diameter coupling balls and brackets. 2.6.2. Class B Coupling heads fitted to the drawbar of trailers for connecting to the 50 mm diameter coupling ball on the towing vehicle — see annex 5, paragraph 2. 2.6.2.1. Class B50-X Non-standard 50 mm diameter coupling heads. 2.6.3. Class C Drawbar couplings with a 50 mm diameter pin and with a jaw and an automatic closing and locking pin on the towing vehicle for connecting to the trailer by means of a drawbar eye — see annex 5, paragraph 3. 2.6.3.1. Class C50-1 to 50-7 Standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar couplings. 2.6.3.2. Class C50-X Non-standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar couplings. 2.6.4. Class D Drawbar eyes having a parallel hole suitable for a 50 mm diameter pin and fitted to the drawbar of trailers for connecting to automatic drawbar couplings — see annex 5, paragraph 4. 2.6.4.1. Class D50-A Standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar eyes for welded attachment. 2.6.4.2. Class D50-B Standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar eyes for threaded attachment. 2.6.4.3. Class D50-C& 50-D Standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar eyes for bolted attachment. 2.6.4.4. Class D50-X Non-standard 50 mm pin diameter drawbar eyes. 2.6.5. Class E Non-standard drawbars comprising overrun devices and similar items of equipment mounted on the front of the towed vehicle, or to the vehicle chassis, which are suitable for coupling to the towing vehicle by means of drawbar eyes, coupling heads or similar coupling devices — see annex 5, paragraph 5. Drawbars may be hinged to move freely in a vertical plane and not support any vertical load or be fixed in a vertical plane so as to support a vertical load (Rigid drawbars). Rigid drawbars can be entirely rigid or be flexibly mounted. Drawbars may comprise more than one component and may be adjustable or cranked. This Regulation applies to drawbars which are separate units, not an integral part of the chassis of the towed vehicle. 2.6.6. Class F Non-standard drawbeams comprising all components and devices between the coupling devices, such as coupling balls and drawbar couplings, and the frame (for example the rear cross member), the load-bearing bodywork or the chassis of the towing vehicle — see annex 5, paragraph 6. 2.6.7. Class G Fifth wheel couplings are plate type couplings having an automatic coupling lock and are fitted to the towing vehicle for connecting with a 50 mm diameter fifth wheel coupling pin fitted to a semitrailer — see annex 5, paragraph 7. 2.6.7.1. Class G50 Standard 50 mm pin diameter fifth wheel couplings. 2.6.7.2. Class G50-X Non-standard 50 mm pin diameter fifth wheel couplings. 2.6.8. Class H Fifth wheel coupling pins, 50 mm diameter, are devices fitted to a semitrailer to connect with the fifth wheel coupling of the towing vehicle — see annex 5, paragraph 8. 2.6.8.1. Class H50-X Non-standard 50 mm pin diameter fifth wheel coupling pins. 2.6.9. Class J Non-standard mounting plates comprising all components and devices for attaching fifth wheel couplings to the frame or chassis of the towing vehicle. The mounting plate may have provision for moving horizontally, that is to form a sliding fifth wheel — see annex 5, paragraph 9. 2.6.10. Class K Standard, hook type couplings intended for use with appropriate Class L type toroidal drawbar eyes — see annex 5, paragraph 10. 2.6.11. Class L Standard toroidal drawbar eyes for use with appropriate Class K hook type couplings — see annex 5, paragraph 4. 2.6.12. Class S Devices and components which do not conform to any of the Classes A to L or T above and which are used, for example, for special heavy transport or are devices unique to some countries and covered by existing national standards. 2.6.13. Class T Non-standard, non-automatic dedicated drawbar type couplings which are able to be separated only by the use of tools and are typically used for trailers of car transporters. They shall be approved as a matched pair. 2.7. Steering wedges are devices or components mounted on semitrailers which control positive steering of the trailer in conjunction with the fifth wheel coupling. 2.8. Remote control systems are devices and components which enable the coupling device to be operated from the side of the vehicle or from the driving cab of the vehicle. 2.9. Remote indicators are devices and components which give an indication in the vehicle cab that coupling has been effected and that the locking devices have engaged. 2.10. „type of coupling device or component” means a device or component which does not differ in such essential respects as: 2.10.1. the manufacturer's or supplier s trade name or mark; 2.10.2. the class of coupling as defined in paragraph 2.6.; 2.10.3. the external shape, principal dimensions or fundamental difference in design including materials used; and 2.10.4. the characteristic values D, Dc, S, V and U as defined in paragraph 2.11. 2.11. The characteristic values D, Dc, S, V and U are defined or determined as: 2.11.1. The D or Dc value is the theoretical reference value for the horizontal forces in the towing vehicle and the trailer and is used as the basis for horizontal loads in the dynamic tests. For mechanical coupling devices and components not designed to support imposed vertical loads, the value is: D = g ((T · R)/(T + R)) kN For mechanical coupling devices and components for centre axle trailers as defined in 2.13, the value is: Dc = g ((T · C)/(T + C)) kN For fifth wheel couplings of Class G, fifth wheel coupling pins of Class H and mounting plates of Class J, as defined in paragraph 2.6., the value is: D = g ((0,6 · T ·R)/(T + R-U)) kN where: T is the technically permissible maximum mass of the towing vehicle, in tonnes. Where relevant, this includes the vertical load imposed by a centre axle trailer. (2) R is the technically permissible maximum mass, in tonnes, of a trailer with drawbar free to move in a vertical plane, or of a semitrailer. (2) C is the mass, in tonnes, transmitted to the ground by the axle or axles of the centre axle trailer, as defined in paragraph 2.13., when coupled to the towing vehicle and loaded to the technically permissible maximum mass (2). For Category O1 and O2 centre axle trailers (3) the technically permissible maximum mass will be that declared by the manufacturer of the towing vehicle. g is the acceleration due to gravity (assumed to be 9,81 m/s2 U is as defined in paragraph 2.11.2. S is as defined in paragraph 2.11.3. 2.11.2. The U value is the vertical mass, in tonnes, imposed on the fifth wheel coupling by the semitrailer of technically permissible maximum mass (2) 2.11.3. The S value is the vertical mass, in kilograms, imposed on the coupling, under static conditions, by the centre axle trailer, as defined in paragraph 2.13., of technically permissible maximum mass (2) 2.11.4. The V value is the theoretical reference value of the amplitude of the vertical force imposed on the coupling by the centre axle trailer of technically permissible maximum mass greater than 3,5 tonnes. The V value is used as the basis for vertical forces in the dynamic tests. V = (a · C · X2) / L2 (See the Note below) where: a is an equivalent vertical acceleration at the coupling depending on the type of suspension system of the rear axle of the towing vehicle. For air suspension (or suspension systems with equivalent damping characteristics) a = 1n8 m/s2 For other types of suspension: a = 2n4 m/s2 X is the length of the loading area of the trailer, in metres (see Figure 1) L is the distance from the centre of the drawbar eye to the centre of the axle assembly, in metres (see Figure 1) Note: (X2 / L2) ≥ 1,0 (If less than 1,0, the value of 1,0 shall be used) Figure 1 Dimensions of the centre axle trailer Text von Bild X L = = 2.12. Symbols and definitions used in annex 6 of this Regulation. Av = maximum permitted axle mass of the steered axle in tonnes. C = mass of centre axle trailer in tonnes — see paragraph 2.11.1. of this Regulation. D = D value in kN — see paragraph 2.11.1. of this Regulation. Dc = Dc value in kN for centre axle trailers — see paragraph 2.11.1. of this Regulation. R = mass of towed vehicle in tonnes — see paragraph 2.11.1. of this Regulation. T = mass of towing vehicle in tonnes — see paragraph 2.11.1. of this Regulation. Fa = static lifting force in kN. Fh = horizontal component of test force in longitudinal axis of vehicle in kN. Fs = vertical component of test force in kN. S = static vertical mass in kg. U = fifth wheel imposed vertical mass in tonnes. V = V-value in kN — see paragraph 2.11.4. of this Regulation. a = equivalent vertical acceleration factor at the coupling point of centre axle trailers depending on the type of suspension of the rear axle(s) of the towing vehicle — see paragraph 2.11.4. of this Regulation. e = longitudinal distance between the coupling point of coupling balls which can be dismantled and the vertical plane of the fixing points (see Figures 20c to 20f) in mm. f = vertical distance between the coupling point of coupling balls which can be dismantled and the horizontal plane of the fixing points (see Figures 20c to 20f) in mm. g = acceleration due to gravity, assumed as 9,81 m/s2. L = theoretical drawbar length between the centre of the drawbar eye and the centre of the axle assembly in metres. X = length of the loading area of a centre axle trailer in metres. Subscripts: O = maximum test force U = minimum test force a = static force h = horizontal p = pulsating res = resultant s = vertical w = alternating force 2.13. „Centre axle trailer” means a trailer having a drawbar which cannot move in a vertical plane independent of the trailer and having an axle or axles positioned close to the centre of gravity of the trailer, when uniformly loaded. The vertical load imposed on the coupling of the towing vehicle shall not exceed 10 per cent of the maximum mass of the trailer, or 1 000 kg, whichever is the lesser. The maximum mass of the centre axle trailer means the total mass transmitted to the ground by the axle or axles of the trailer when coupled to a towing vehicle and when loaded to the technically permissible maximum mass (4). 2.14. „Positive mechanical engagement” means that the design and geometry of a device and its component parts shall be such that it will not open or disengage under the action of any forces or components of forces to which it is subject during normal use or testing. 2.15. „Vehicle type” means vehicles which do not differ in such essential respects as the structure, dimensions, shape and materials in areas to which the mechanical coupling device or component is affixed. This applies to both the towing vehicle and trailer. 3. APPLICATION FOR APPROVAL OF A MECHANICAL COUPLING DEVICE OR COMPONENT 3.1. The application for approval shall be submitted by the holder of the trade name or mark or by his duly accredited representative. 3.2. For each type of mechanical coupling device or component the application shall be accompanied by the following information, for example, by means of the Communication form given in annex 1: 3.2.1. details of all manufacturer's or supplier's trade names or marks to be applied to the coupling device or component; 3.2.2. three sets of drawings which are sufficiently detailed to define the device or component and which specify how it is to be fitted to the vehicle; the drawings shall show the position and space provided for the approval number and other marking as given in paragraph 7.; 3.2.3. a statement of the values of D, Dc, S, V and U as applicable and as defined in paragraph 2.11. For Class A towing brackets a statement of the maximum permissible towing vehicle and trailer masses and the maximum permissible static vertical imposed load on the tow ball as advised by the manufacturer of the towing vehicle; 3.2.3.1. The characteristic values shall be at least equal to those applicable to the maximum permissible towing vehicle, trailer and combination masses. 3.2.4. a detailed technical description of the device or component, specifying, in particular, the type and the materials used; 3.2.5. restrictions on the vehicles to which the coupling may be fitted — see annex 1, paragraph 12 and annex 5, paragraph 3.4.; 3.2.6. one sample, plus additional samples as requested by the type approval authority or technical service; 3.2.7. all samples shall be fully finished with the final surface treatment applied. However, if the final treatment is by painting or epoxy powder coating, this should be omitted; 3.2.8. in the case of a mechanical coupling device or component designed for a specific vehicle type, the manufacturer of the device or component shall also submit the installation data given by the vehicle manufacturer. The approval authority or technical service may also request that a vehicle representative of the type be submitted. 4. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL COUPLING DEVICES OR COMPONENTS 4.1. Each sample shall conform to the dimensional and strength specifications set out in annexes 5 and 6. Following the tests specified in annex 6 there shall not be any cracks, fractures or any excessive permanent distortion which would be detrimental to the satisfactory operation of the device or component. 4.2. All parts of the mechanical coupling device or component whose failure could result in separation of the vehicle and trailer shall be made of steel. Other materials may be used provided that equivalence has been demonstrated by the manufacturer to the satisfaction of the type approval authority or technical service of the Contracting Party applying this Regulation. 4.3. The mechanical coupling devices or components shall be safe to operate and coupling and uncoupling shall be possible by one person without the use of tools. With the exception of Class T couplings only devices which allow automatic coupling shall be allowed for the coupling of trailers having a maximum technically permissible mass greater than 3,5 tonnes. 4.4. The mechanical coupling devices or components shall be designed and manufactured such that in normal use and with correct maintenance and replacement of wearing parts they will continue to function satisfactorily and retain the characteristics prescribed by this Regulation. 4.5. All mechanical coupling devices or components shall be designed to have positive mechanical engagement and the closed position shall be locked at least once by further positive mechanical engagement unless further requirements are stated in annex 5. Alternatively there may be two or more separate arrangements to ensure the integrity of the device but each arrangement shall be designed to have positive mechanical engagement and shall be tested individually to any requirements given in annex 6. Positive mechanical engagement shall be as defined in paragraph 2.14. Spring forces may be used only to close the device and to prevent the effects of vibration from causing component parts of the device to move to positions where it may open or disengage. The failure or omission of any one single spring shall not allow the complete device to open or disengage. 4.6. Every device or component shall be accompanied by installation and operating instructions giving sufficient information for any competent person to install it corre