CELEX: 52010PC0510
Language: en
Date: 2010-09-27
Title: Proposition de DIRECTIVE DU PARLEMENT EUROPÉEN ET DU CONSEIL relative aux dispositifs de protection, montés à l'arrière, en cas de renversement des tracteurs agricoles et forestiers à roues, à voie étroite

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 ---pagebreak---                  EUROPEAN COMMISSION
                                                    Brussels, 27.9.2010
                                                    COM(2010) 510 final
                                                    2010/0264 (COD)
                                       Proposal for a
      DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL
   on rear-mounted roll-over protection structures of narrow-track wheeled agricultural
                                  and forestry tractors
                                      (Codification)
                               (Text with EEA relevance)
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 ---pagebreak---                              EXPLANATORY MEMORANDUM
   1.  In the context of a people’s Europe, the Commission attaches great importance to
       simplifying and clarifying the law of the Union so as to make it clearer and more
       accessible to citizens, thus giving them new opportunities and the chance to make
       use of the specific rights it gives them.
       This aim cannot be achieved so long as numerous provisions that have been amended
       several times, often quite substantially, remain scattered, so that they must be sought
       partly in the original instrument and partly in later amending ones. Considerable
       research work, comparing many different instruments, is thus needed to identify the
       current rules.
       For this reason a codification of rules that have frequently been amended is also
       essential if the law is to be clear and transparent.
   2.  On 1 April 1987 the Commission decided1 to instruct its staff that all acts should be
       codified after no more than ten amendments, stressing that this is a minimum
       requirement and that departments should endeavour to codify at even shorter
       intervals the texts for which they are responsible, to ensure that their provisions are
       clear and readily understandable.
   3.  The Conclusions of the Presidency of the Edinburgh European Council
       (December 1992) confirmed this2, stressing the importance of codification as it offers
       certainty as to the law applicable to a given matter at a given time.
       Codification must be undertaken in full compliance with the normal procedure for
       the adoption of acts of the Union.
       Given that no changes of substance may be made to the instruments affected by
       codification, the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission have agreed,
       by an interinstitutional agreement dated 20 December 1994, that an accelerated
       procedure may be used for the fast-track adoption of codification instruments.
   4.  The purpose of this proposal is to undertake a codification of Council
       Directive 86/298/EEC of 26 May 1986 on rear-mounted roll-over protection
       structures of narrow-track wheeled agricultural and forestry tractors3. The new
       Directive will supersede the various acts incorporated in it4; this proposal fully
       preserves the content of the acts being codified and hence does no more than bring
       them together with only such formal amendments as are required by the codification
       exercise itself.
   1
      COM(87) 868 PV.
   2
      See Annex 3 to Part A of the Conclusions.
   3
      Carried out pursuant to the Communication from the Commission to the European Parliament and the
      Council – Codification of the Acquis communautaire, COM(2001) 645 final.
   4
      See Annex VII, Part A of this proposal.
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 ---pagebreak---    5. The codification proposal was drawn up on the basis of a preliminary consolidation,
      in 22 official languages, of Directive 86/298/EEC and the instruments amending it,
      carried out by the Publications Office of the European Union, by means of a
      data-processing system. Where the Articles have been given new numbers, the
      correlation between the old and the new numbers is shown in a table contained in
      Annex VIII to the codified Directive.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                                     86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                                           2010/0264 (COD)
                                             Proposal for a
        DIRECTIVE OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL
     on rear-mounted roll-over protection structures of narrow-track wheeled agricultural
                                         and forestry tractors
                                             (Codification)
                                      (Text with EEA relevance)
   THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,
   Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, and in particular
   Article ⌦ 114 ⌫ thereof,
   Having regard to the proposal from the European Commission,
   After transmission of the draft legislative act to the national Parliaments,
   Having regard to the opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee5,
   Acting in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure,
   Whereas:
   (1)     Council Directive 86/298/EEC of 26 May 1986 on rear-mounted roll-over protection
           structures of narrow-track wheeled agricultural and forestry tractors6 has been
           substantially amended several times7. In the interests of clarity and rationality the said
           Directive should be codified.
   5
           OJ C […], […], p. […].
   6
           OJ L 186, 8.7.1986, p. 26.
   7
           See Annex VII, Part A.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                                      86/298/EEC Recital 1 (adapted)
   (2)    ⌦ Directive 86/298/EEC is one of the separate Directives of the EC type-approval
          system provided for in Council Directive 74/150/EEC, as replaced by
          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/EEC8, and lays down technical prescriptions
          concerning the design and construction of agricultural or forestry tractors as regards
          the rear-mounted roll-over protection structures. Those technical prescriptions concern
          the approximation of the laws of the Member States to enable the EC type-approval
          procedure provided for in Directive 2003/37/EC to be applied in respect of each type
          of tractor. Consequently the provisions laid down in Directive 2003/37/EC relating to
          agricultural and forestry tractors, their trailers and interchangeable towed machinery,
          together with their systems, components and separate technical units, apply to this
          Directive. ⌫
   (3)    This Directive should be without prejudice to the obligations of the Member States
          relating to the time-limits for transposition into national law and application of the
          Directives set out in Annex VII, Part B,
                                                                     86/298/EEC (adapted)
   HAVE ADOPTED THIS DIRECTIVE:
                                                Article 1
   This Directive shall apply to tractors ⌦ as defined in ⌫ Article ⌦ 2(j) ⌫ of
   Directive ⌦ 2003/37/EC ⌫ having the following characteristics:
   (a)      ground clearance of not more than 600 mm measured beneath the lowest points of
            the front or rear axles, allowing for the differential;
                                                                     89/682/EEC Art. 1 pt. 1
                                                                  (adapted)
   (b)      fixed or adjustable minimum track width of less than 1 150 mm for the axles fitted
            with the widest tyres; since the axle fitted with the widest tyres is assumed to be
            adjusted to a maximum track width of 1 150 mm, the other axle must be capable of
            being adjusted in such a way that the outer edges of the narrowest tyres do not
   8
          OJ L 171, 9.7.2003, p. 1.
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 ---pagebreak---             project beyond the outer edges of the tyres on the axle with the widest tyres
            ⌦ ; where ⌫ both axles are equipped with wheels and tyres of the same size, the
            fixed or adjustable track width of both axles must be less than 1 150 mm;
                                                                   86/298/EEC (adapted)
   (c)      mass greater than 600 kilograms and corresponding to the unladen ⌦ mass ⌫ of
            the tractor as defined in ⌦ point 2.1 ⌫ of ⌦ Model A in ⌫ Annex I to Directive
            2003/37/EC , including the roll-over protection structure fitted in compliance with
            this Directive and tyres of the largest size recommended by the manufacturer.
                                                Article 2
   1. Each Member State shall grant EC component type-approval for any type of roll-over
   protection structure and its tractor attachment which satisfies the construction and testing
   requirements laid down in Annexes I and II.
   2. A Member State which has granted EC component type-approval shall take the measures
   required to verify, in so far as is necessary and if need be in cooperation with the competent
   authorities in the other Member States, that production models conform to the approved type.
   Such verification shall be limited to spot checks.
                                                Article 3
   Member States shall, for each type of roll-over protection structure and its tractor attachment
   which they approve pursuant to Article 2, issue to the manufacturer of the tractor or of the
   roll-over protection structure, or to his authorised representative, an EC component
   type-approval mark conforming to the ⌦ example ⌫ shown in Annex III.
                                                                   86/298/EEC
   Member States shall take all appropriate measures to prevent the use of marks liable to create
   confusion between roll-over protection structures which have been component type-approved
   pursuant to Article 2 and other devices.
                                                                   86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                                Article 4
   A Member State ⌦ shall not ⌫ prohibit the placing on the market of roll-over protection
   structures or their attachment to the tractors for which they are intended on grounds relating to
   their construction if they bear the EC component type-approval mark.
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 ---pagebreak---    ⌦ However ⌫, a Member State may prohibit the placing on the market of roll-over
   protection structures bearing the EC component type-approval mark which consistently fail to
   conform to the approved type.
                                                                  86/298/EEC
   That Member State shall forthwith inform the other Member States and the Commission of
   the measures taken, specifying the reasons for its decision.
                                               Article 5
                                                                  86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                                                  1 Corrigendum 86/298/EEC
                                                                (OJ L 173, 5.7.1988, p. 20)
   The competent authorities of each Member State shall, within one month, send to the
   competent authorities of the        1 other Member States  a copy of the EC component
   type-approval certificates, ⌦ the model ⌫ of which is given in Annex IV, completed for
   each type of roll-over protection structure which they approve or refuse to approve.
                                               Article 6
   1. If the Member State which has granted EC component type-approval finds that a number of
   roll-over protection structures and their tractor attachments bearing the same EC component
   type-approval mark do not conform to the type which it has approved, it shall take the
   necessary measures to ensure that production models conform to the approved type.
   The competent authorities of that Member State shall advise those of the other Member States
   of the measures taken which may, if necessary, where there is a serious and repeated failure to
   conform, extend to the withdrawal of EC component type-approval.
   ⌦ Those ⌫ authorities shall take the same measures if they are informed by the competent
   authorities of another Member State of such failure to conform.
   2. The competent authorities of the Member States shall within one month inform each other
   of any withdrawal of EC component type-approval and of the reasons for any such measure.
                                               Article 7
   Any decision taken pursuant to the provisions adopted in implementation of this Directive to
   refuse or withdraw EC component type-approval for roll-over protection structures and their
   tractor attachments, or to prohibit their placing on the market or their use, shall set out in
   detail the reasons on which it is based.
   Such decisions shall be notified to the party concerned, who shall at the same time be
   informed of the remedies available to him under the laws in force in the Member States and of
   the time-limits allowed for the exercise of such remedies.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                  Article 8
                                                                   2000/19/EC Art. 2 (adapted)
   1.     ⌦ With respect to tractors which comply with the requirements laid down in this
   Directive, ⌫ Member States may not:
   (a)      refuse, for a type of tractor, to grant EC type-approval or to grant national type-
            approval;
   (b)      prohibit the first entry into service of tractors.
   2.     Member States may refuse to grant national type-approval for a type of tractor if it
   does not comply with the requirements ⌦ laid down in ⌫ this Directive.
   1.     ⌦ With respect to tractors which comply with the requirements laid down in this
   Directive, ⌫ Member States may not:
   (a)      refuse, for a type of tractor, to grant EC type-approval or to grant national type-
            approval;
   (b)      prohibit the first entry into service of tractors.
   2.     Member States may refuse to grant national type-approval for a type of tractor if it
   does not comply with the requirements ⌦ laid down in ⌫ this Directive.
                                                                   86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                                 Article 9
   No Member State may refuse ⌦ the registration ⌫ or prohibit the sale or use of any tractor
   on grounds relating to the roll-over protection structure and its tractor attachment if these bear
   the EC component type-approval mark and if the requirements laid down in Annex V have
   been met.
                                                                   86/298/EEC
                                                Article 10
   This Directive shall not affect the right of Member States to specify, in due compliance with
   the Treaty, the requirements they deem necessary to ensure that workers are protected when
   using the tractors in question, provided this does not mean that the protection structures are
   modified in a way unspecified in this Directive.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                  Article 11
                                                                  86/298/EEC (adapted)
   1. In connection with EC type-approval, any tractor to which Article 1 refers ⌦ shall ⌫ be
   fitted with a roll-over protection structure.
   2. Where the protection structure does not have two pillars mounted in front of the driver's
   seat, the structure referred to in paragraph 1 ⌦ shall ⌫ comply with the requirements laid
   down in Annexes I and II to this Directive or in ⌦ Annexes I to IV ⌫ to Directives
   2009/57/EC9 or 2009/75/EC10 of the European Parliament and of the Council.
                                                 Article 12
   ⌦ The ⌫ amendments necessary to adapt the requirements of Annexes I to VI ⌦ to take
   account of ⌫ technical progress shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure
   ⌦ referred to ⌫ in Article ⌦ 20(3) ⌫ of Directive ⌦ 2003/37/EC ⌫ .
                                                 Article 13
   ⌦ Member States shall communicate to the Commission the texts of the main provisions of
   national law which they adopt in the field covered by this Directive. ⌫
                                                 Article 14
   Directive 86/298/EEC, as amended by the Acts listed in Annex VII, Part A is repealed
   without prejudice to the obligations of the Member States relating to the time-limits for
   transposition into national law and application of the Directives set out in Annex VII, Part B.
   References to the repealed Directive shall be construed as references to this Directive and
   shall be read in accordance with the correlation table in Annex VIII.
                                                 Article 15
   This Directive shall enter into force on 1 May 2011.
   9
           OJ L 261, 3.10.2009, p. 1.
   10
           OJ L 261, 3.10.2009, p. 40.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                               86/298/EEC
                                            Article 16
   This Directive is addressed to the Member States.
   Done at […], […]
   For the European Parliament                For the Council
   The President                              The President
   […]                                        […]
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 ---pagebreak---                                                         86/298/EEC (adapted)
                         LIST OF ANNEXES
   ANNEX I        Conditions for EC component type-approval
   ANNEX II       Technical requirements
   ANNEX III      Marks
   ANNEX IV       Model: EC component type-approval certificate.
   ANNEX V        Conditions for EC type-approval
   ANNEX VI       Model: Annex to the EC type-approval certificate for a tractor type
                  with regard to the strength of the protection structures and the
                  strength of their attachment to the tractor
   ⌦ ANNEX VII ⌫  ⌦ Part A: Repealed Directive with list of its successive
                  amendments ⌫
                  ⌦ Part B: List of time-limits for transposition into national law and
                  application ⌫
   ⌦ ANNEX VIII ⌫ ⌦ Correlation Table ⌫
                            _____________
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 ---pagebreak---                                               ANNEX I
              CONDITIONS FOR EC COMPONENT TYPE-APPROVAL
                                                                       2010/22/EU Art. 2 and
                                                                   Annex II pt. 1
   1.     The definitions and requirements of point 1 of Code 711 of OECD Decision
          C(2008) 128 of October 2008, with the exception of point 1.1 (Agricultural and
          forestry tractors), shall apply, reading as follows:
   “1.    Definitions
   1.1    [not applicable]
   1.2    Rolling Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
          Roll-over protective structure (safety cab or frame), hereinafter called
          “protective structure”, means the structure on a tractor the essential purpose of
          which is to avoid or limit risks to the driver resulting from roll-over of the
          tractor during normal use.
          The roll-over protective structure is characterised by the provision of space for
          a clearance zone large enough to protect the driver when seated either inside
          the envelope of the structure or within a space bounded by a series of straight
          lines from the outer edges of the structure to any part of the tractor that might
          come into contact with flat ground and that is capable of supporting the tractor
          in that position if the tractor overturns.
   1.3    Track
   1.3.1  Preliminary definition: median plane of the wheel
          The median plane of the wheel is equidistant from the two planes containing
          the periphery of the rims at their outer edges.
   1.3.2  Definition of track
          The vertical plane through the wheel axis intersects its median plane along a
          straight line which meets the supporting surface at one point. If A and B are the
          two points thus defined for the wheels on the same axle of the tractor, then the
          track width is the distance between points A and B. The track may be thus
          defined for both front and rear wheels. Where there are twin wheels, the track
          is the distance between two planes each being the median plane of the pairs of
          wheels.
   11
         OECD standard code for the official testing of rear-mounted roll-over protective structures on
         narrow-track wheeled agricultural and forestry tractors.
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 ---pagebreak---    1.3.3    Additional definition: median plane of the tractor
            Take the extreme positions of points A and B for the tractor rear axle, which
            gives the maximum possible value for the track. The vertical plane at right
            angles to the line AB at its centre point is the median plane of the tractor.
   1.4      Wheelbase
            The distance between the vertical planes passing through the two lines AB as
            defined in point 1.3, one for the front wheels and one for the rear-wheels.
   1.5      Determination of seat index point; Seat adjustment for test
   1.5.1    Seat index point (SIP)12
            The seat index point shall be determined in accordance with ISO 5353:1995
   1.5.2    Seat location and adjustment for test
   1.5.2.1 where the inclination of the backrest and seat pan is adjustable, these must be
            adjusted so that the seat index point is in its rear uppermost position;
   1.5.2.2 where the seat is equipped with suspension, the latter must be blocked at mid-
            travel, unless this is contrary to the instructions clearly laid down by the seat
            manufacturer;
   1.5.2.3 where the position of the seat is adjustable only lengthwise and vertically, the
            longitudinal axis passing through the seat index point shall be parallel with the
            vertical longitudinal plane of the tractor passing through the centre of the
            steering wheel and not more than 100 mm from that plane.
   1.6      Clearance zone
   1.6.1    Reference plane
                                                                            2010/22/EU Art. 2 and
                                                                         Annex II pt. 1 (adapted)
            The clearance zone is illustrated in Figures 7.1 and 7.2. The zone is defined in
            relation to the reference plane and the seat index point (SIP). The reference
            plane is a vertical plane, generally longitudinal to the tractor and passing
            through the seat index point and the centre of the steering wheel. Normally the
            reference plane coincides with the longitudinal median plane of the tractor.
            This reference plane shall be assumed to move horizontally with the seat and
            steering wheel during loading but to remain perpendicular to the tractor or the
   12
          For extension tests to test reports that originally used seat reference point (SRP), the required
          measurements shall be made with reference to SRP instead of SIP and the use of SRP shall be
          clearly indicated (see Annex 1).
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 ---pagebreak---              floor of the roll-over protective structure. The clearance zone shall be defined
             on the basis of ⌦ points ⌫ 1.6.2 and 1.6.3.
   1.6.2     Determination of the clearance zone for tractors with a non-reversible seat
             The clearance zone for tractors with a non-reversible seat is defined in points
             1.6.2.1 to 1.6.2.13 and is bounded by the following planes, the tractor being on
             a horizontal surface, the seat, where adjustable, adjusted to its rear uppermost
             position13, and the steering wheel, where adjustable, adjusted to the mid
             position for seated driving:
   1.6.2.1. a horizontal plane A1 B1 B2 A2, (810 + av) mm above the seat index point (SIP)
             with line B1B2 located (ah-10) mm behind the SIP;
   1.6.2.2. an inclined plane H1 H2 G2 G1, perpendicular to the reference plane, including
             both a point 150 mm behind line B1B2 and the rearmost point of the seat
             backrest;
   1.6.2.3. a cylindrical surface A1 A2 H2 H1 perpendicular to the reference plane, having a
             radius of 120 mm, tangential to the planes defined in points 1.6.2.1 and 1.6.2.2;
   1.6.2.4. a cylindrical surface B1 C1 C2 B2, perpendicular to the reference plane, having
             a radius of 900 mm extending forward for 400 mm and tangential to the plane
             defined in point 1.6.2.1 along line B1B2;
   1.6.2.5. an inclined plane C1 D1 D2 C2, perpendicular to the reference plane, joining the
             surface defined in point 1.6.2.4 and passing 40 mm from the forward external
             edge of the steering wheel. In the case of a high steering wheel position, this
             plane extends forward from line B1B2 tangentially to the surface defined in
             point 1.6.2.4;
   1.6.2.6. a vertical plane D1 K1 E1 E2 K2 D2 perpendicular to the reference plane 40 mm
             forward of the external edge of the steering wheel;
   1.6.2.7. a horizontal plane E1 F1 P1 N1 N2 P2 F2 E2 passing through a point (90-av) mm
             below the seat index point (SIP);
   1.6.2.8. a surface G1 L1 M1 N1 N2 M2 L2 G2, if necessary curved from the bottom limit
             of the plane defined in point 1.6.2.2 to the horizontal plane defined in
             point 1.6.2.7 , perpendicular to the reference plane, and in contact with the seat
             backrest throughout its length;
   1.6.2.9. two vertical planes K1 I1 F1 E1 and K2 I2 F2 E2 parallel to the reference plane,
             250 mm either side of the reference plane, and bounded at the top 300 mm
             above the plane defined in point 1.6.2.7;
   13
           Users are reminded that the seat index point is determined according to ISO 5353 and is a fixed
           point with respect to the tractor that does not move as the seat is adjusted away from the mid-
           position. For the purposes of determining the clearance zone, the seat shall be placed in the rear
           and uppermost position.
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 ---pagebreak---    1.6.2.10. two inclined and parallel planes A1 B1 C1 D1 K1 I1 L1 G1 H1 and A2 B2 C2 D2
             K2 I2 L2 G2 H2 starting from the upper edge of the planes defined in point
             1.6.2.9 and joining the horizontal plane defined in point 1.6.2.1 at least 100
             mm from the reference plane on the side where the loading is applied;
   1.6.2.11. two portions of vertical planes Q1 P1 N1 M1 and Q2 P2 N2 M2 parallel to the
             reference plane, 200 mm either side of the reference plane, and bounded
             towards the top 300 mm above the horizontal plane defined in point 1.6.2.7;
   1.6.2.12. two portions of I1 Q1 P1 F1 and I2 Q2 P2 F2 of a vertical plane, perpendicular to
             the reference plane and passing (210-ah) mm in front of the SIP;
   1.6.2.13. two portions I1 Q1 M1 L1 and I2 Q2 M2 L2 of the horizontal plane passing 300
             mm above the plane defined in point 1.6.2.7.
                                                                    2010/22/EU 2005/67/EC
                                                                 Art. 2 and Annex II, pt. 1
   1.6.3     Determination of the clearance zone for tractors with a reversible driver's
             position
             For tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and steering
             wheel), the zone of clearance is the envelope of the two clearance zones
             defined by the two different positions of the steering wheel and the seat.
   1.6.4     Optional seats
   1.6.4.1 In case of tractors that could be fitted with optional seats, the envelope
             comprising the seat index points of all options offered shall be used during the
             tests. The protective structure shall not enter the larger clearance zone which
             takes account of these different seat index points.
   1.6.4.2 In the case where a new seat option is offered after the test has been performed,
             a determination shall be made to see whether the clearance zone around the
             new SIP falls within the envelope previously established. If it does not, a new
             test must be performed.
   1.7       Permissible measurement tolerances
              Linear dimension:                                                             ± 3 mm
              except for:
              –        tyre deflection :                                                    ± 1 mm
              –        structure deflection during horizontal loadings:                     ± 1 mm
              –        height of fall of the pendulum block:                                ± 1 mm
              –        Masses:                                                                ±1%
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 ---pagebreak---          –     Forces:                                                   ±2%
         –     Angles:                                                     ±2°
   1.8 Symbols
       ah          (mm) Half of the horizontal seat adjustment
       av          (mm) Half of the vertical seat adjustment
       B           (mm) Minimum overall width of the tractor;
       B6          (mm) Maximum outer width of the protective
                        structure;
       D           (mm) Deflection of the structure at the point of
                        impact (dynamic tests) or at the point of, and
                        in line with, the load application (static tests);
       D'          (mm) Deflection of the structure for the calculated
                        energy required;
       Ea          (J)  Strain energy absorbed at point when load is
                        removed. Area contained within F-D curve;
       Ei          (J)  Strain energy absorbed. Area under F-D curve;
       E'i         (J)  Strain energy absorbed after additional loading
                        following a crack or tear;
       E''i        (J)  Strain energy absorbed in overload test in the
                        event of the load having been removed before
                        starting this overload test. Area under
                        F-D curve;
       Eil         (J)  Energy input to be            absorbed      during
                        longitudinal loading;
       Eis         (J)  Energy input to be absorbed during side
                        loading;
       F           (N)  Static load force;
       F'          (N)  Loading force for calculated energy required,
                        corresponding to E'i ;
       F-D              Force/deflection diagram;
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 ---pagebreak---         Fmax             (N)                Maximum static load force occurring during
                                            loading, with the exception of the overload;
        Fv               (N)                Vertical crushing force;
        H                (mm)               Falling height     of   the   pendulum    block
                                            (dynamic tests);
        H’               (mm)               Falling height of the pendulum block for
                                            additional test (dynamic tests);
        I                (kgm2)             Tractor reference moment of inertia about the
                                            centre line of the rear wheels, whatever the
                                            mass of these rear wheels may be;
        L                (mm)               Tractor reference wheelbase;
        M                (kg)               Tractor reference mass during strength tests, as
                                            defined in point 3.1.1.4. of Annex II"
                                                                 86/298/EEC
   2.    GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
                                                                 86/298/EEC (adapted)
   2.1.  Every protection structure and its attachment to a tractor must be so designed
         and constructed as to fulfil the essential purpose laid down in point 1.
   2.2.  This condition is considered to be fulfilled when the requirements of Annex II
         are complied with.
   3.    APPLICATION FOR EC COMPONENT TYPE-APPROVAL
   3.1.  The application for EC component type-approval with regard to the strength of
         a protection structure and the strength of its attachment to a tractor shall be
         submitted by the tractor manufacturer or by the manufacturer of the protection
         structure or by their authorised representatives.
   3.2.  The application for EC component type-approval shall be accompanied by the
         following documents in triplicate and by the following particulars:
         –     general arrangement drawing either to a scale marked on the drawing or
               giving the main dimensions of the protection structure. This drawing
               must, in particular, show details of the mounting components,
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 ---pagebreak---           –      photographs from side and rear showing mounting details,
          –      brief description of the 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,
   3.3.   A tractor representative of the tractor type for which the protection structure to
          be approved is intended shall be submitted to the technical service responsible
          for conducting the EC component type-approval tests. This tractor shall be
          fitted with the protection structure.
   3.4.   The holder of EC component type-approval may request its extension to other
          tractor types. The competent authority which has granted the original EC
          component type-approval shall grant the extension if the approved protection
          structure and the type(s) of tractor for which the extension is requested comply
          with the following conditions:
          –      the mass of the unballasted tractor, as defined in ⌦ point 2.1 of Model A
                 of Annex I to Directive 2003/37/EC ⌫ , does not exceed by more than
                 5 % the reference mass used in the tests,
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          –      the wheelbase or the moment of inertia in relation to the rear-wheel axle
                 is not more than the reference wheelbase or moment of inertia,
          –      the method of attachment and the points of attachment to the tractor are
                 identical,
          –      any components, such as mudguards and bonnet which may provide
                 support for the protection structure have identical strength and are
                 identically situated with respect to the protection structure,
          –      the critical dimensions and the position of the seat and steering wheel
                 relative to the protection structure, and the position relative to the
                 protection structure of the points deemed rigid and taken into account for
                 the purpose of verifying that the zone of clearance is protected, are such
                 that the zone of clearance continues to be protected by the structure after
                 the latter has undergone the deformation resulting from the various tests.
   4.     MARKINGS
   4.1.   Every protection structure conforming to the approved type shall bear the
          following markings:
   4.1.1. The trade mark or name.
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 ---pagebreak---    4.1.2. An EC component type-approval mark conforming to the example in
          Annex III.
   4.1.3. Serial number of the protection structure.
   4.1.4. Make and type(s) of tractor(s) for which the protection structure is intended.
   4.2.   All these particulars must appear on a small plate.
   4.3.   These markings must be visible, legible and indelible.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                                       2010/22/EU Art. 2 and
                                                                  Annex II pt. 2
                                            ANNEX II
                                     Technical requirements
   The technical requirements for the EC type-approval of rear-mounted roll-over
   protection structures of narrow-track wheeled agricultural or forestry tractors shall be
   those set out in point 3 of Code 7 of the OECD Decision C(2008) 128 of October 2008,
   with the exception of points 3.1.4 (Test report), 3.3.1 (Administrative extensions), 3.4
   (Labelling) and 3.6 (Seat belt anchorage performance), reading as follows:
   "3.       RULES AND DIRECTIONS
   3.1       Conditions for testing the strength of protective structures and of their
             attachment to tractors
   3.1.1     General requirements
   3.1.1.1 Test purposes
             Tests made using special rigs are intended to simulate such loads as are
             imposed on a protective structure, when the tractor overturns. These tests
             enable observations to be made on the strength of the protective structure and
             any brackets attaching it to the tractor and any parts of the tractor which
             transmit the test load.
   3.1.1.2 Test methods
             Tests may be performed in accordance with the dynamic procedure or the static
             procedure. The two methods are deemed equivalent.
   3.1.1.3 General rules governing preparation for tests
   3.1.1.3.1 The protective structure must conform to the series production specifications. It
             shall be attached in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended method
             to one of the tractors for which it is designed.
             Note: A complete tractor is not required for the static strength test; however,
             the protective structure and parts of the tractor to which it is attached represent
             an operating installation, hereinafter referred to as " the assembly".
   3.1.1.3.2 For both the static test and the dynamic test the tractor as assembled (or the
             assembly) must be fitted with all series production components which may
             affect the strength of the protective structure or which may be necessary for the
             strength test.
             Components which may create a hazard in the clearance zone must also be
             fitted on the tractor (or the assembly) so that they may be examined to see
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 ---pagebreak---              whether the requirements of the Acceptance Conditions in point 3.1.3 have
             been fulfilled. All components of the tractor or the protective structure
             including weather protective must be supplied or described on drawings.
   3.1.1.3.3 For the strength tests, all panels and detachable non-structural components
             must be removed so that they may not contribute to the strengthening of the
             protective structure.
   3.1.1.3.4 The track width must be adjusted so that the protective structure will, as far as
             possible, not be supported by the tyres during the strength tests. If these tests
             are conducted in accordance with the static procedure, the wheels may be
             removed.
   3.1.1.4 Tractor reference mass during strength tests
             The reference mass M, used in the formulae to calculate the height of the fall of
             the pendulum block, the loading energies and the crushing forces, must be at
             least the mass of the tractor, excluding optional accessories but including
             coolant, oils, fuel, tools plus the protective structure. Not included are optional
             front or rear weights, tyre ballast, mounted implements, mounted equipment or
             any specialised components.
   3.1.2     Tests
   3.1.2.1 Sequence of tests
             The sequence of tests, without prejudice to the additional tests mentioned in
             points 3.2.1.1.6, 3.2.1.1.7, 3.2.2.1.6 and 3.2.2.1.7, is as follows:
             1)    impact (dynamic test) or loading (static test) at the rear of the structure
                   (see points 3.2.1.1.1 and 3.2.2.1.1);
             2)    rear crushing test (dynamic or static test) (see points 3.2.1.1.4 and
                   3.2.2.1.4);
             3)    impact (dynamic test) or loading (static test) at the front of the structure
                   (see points 3.2.1.1.2 and 3.2.2.1.2);
             4)    impact (dynamic test) or loading (static test) at the side of the structure
                   (see points 3.2.1.1.3 and 3.2.2.1.3);
             5)    crushing at the front of the structure (dynamic or static test) (see
                   points 3.2.1.1.5 and 3.2.2.1.5).
   3.1.2.2 General requirements
   3.1.2.2.1 If, during the test, any part of the tractor restraining equipment breaks or
             moves, the test shall be restarted.
   3.1.2.2 2 No repairs or adjustments of the tractor or protective structure may be carried
             out during the tests.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.1.2.2.3 The tractor gear box shall be in neutral and the brakes off during the tests.
   3.1.2.2.4 If the tractor is fitted with a suspension system between the tractor body and
             the wheels, it shall be blocked during the tests.
   3.1.2.2.5 The side chosen for application of the first impact (dynamic test) or the first
             load (static test) on the rear of the structure shall be that which, in the opinion
             of the testing authorities, will result in the application of the series of impacts
             or loads under the most unfavourable conditions for the structure. The lateral
             impact or load and the rear impact or load shall be applied on both sides of the
             longitudinal median plane of the protective structure. The front impact or load
             shall be applied on the same side of the longitudinal median plane of the
             protective structure as the lateral impact or load.
   3.1.3     Acceptance conditions
   3.1.3.1 A protective structure is regarded as having satisfied the strength requirements
             if it fulfils the following conditions:
   3.1.3.1.1 after each test in the dynamic test procedure, it shall be free from tears or
             cracks, as defined in point 3.2.1.2.1. If during the dynamic test, significant
             tears or cracks appear, an additional impact test or crushing test as defined in
             points 3.2.1.1.6 or 3.2.1.1.7 must be performed immediately after the test
             which caused these tears or cracks to appear;
   3.1.3.1.2 during static test, at the point when the energy required is attained in each
             horizontal load test prescribed or in the overload test the force must be greater
             than 0.8 F;
   3.1.3.1.3 if during a static test, cracks or tears appear as a result of the application of the
             crushing force, an additional crushing test as defined in point 3.2.2.1.7 must be
             performed immediately after the crushing test which caused these cracks or
             tears to appear;
   3.1.3.1.4 during the tests other than the overload test, no part of the protective structure
             must enter the clearance zone as defined in point 1.6;
   3.1.3.1.5 during the tests other than the overload test, all parts of the clearance zone shall
             be secured by the structure, in accordance with points 3.2.1.2.2 and 3.2.2.2.2;
   3.1.3.1.6 during the tests the protective structure must not impose any constraints on the
             seat structure;
   3.1.3.1.7 the elastic deflection, measured in accordance with points 3.2.1.2.3 and
             3.2.2.2.3 shall be less than 250 mm.
   3.1.3.2 There shall be no accessories presenting a hazard for the driver. There shall be
             no projecting part or accessory which is liable to injure the driver should the
             tractor overturn, or any accessory or part which is liable to trap him – for
             example by the leg or the foot – as a result of the deflections of the structure.
   3.1.4     [not applicable]
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 ---pagebreak---    3.1.5     Apparatus and equipment for dynamic tests
   3.1.5.1 Pendulum block
   3.1.5.1.1 A block acting as a pendulum must be suspended by two chains or wire ropes
             from pivot points not less than 6 m above the ground. Means must be provided
             for adjusting independently the suspended height of the block and the angle
             between the block and the supporting chains or wire ropes.
   3.1.5.1.2 The mass of the pendulum block must be 2 000 ± 20 kg excluding the mass of
             the chains or wire ropes which themselves must not exceed 100 kg. The length
             of the sides of the impact face must be 680 ± 20 mm (see Figure 7.3). The
             block must be filled in such a way that the position of its centre of gravity is
             constant and coincides with the geometrical centre of the parallelepiped.
   3.1.5.1.3 The parallelepiped must be connected to the system which pulls it backwards
             by an instantaneous release mechanism which is so designed and located as to
             enable the pendulum block to be released without causing the parallelepiped to
             oscillate about its horizontal axis perpendicular to the pendulum's plane of
             oscillation.
   3.1.5.2 Pendulum supports
             The pendulum pivot points must be rigidly fixed so that their displacement in
             any direction does not exceed 1 per cent of the height of fall.
   3.1.5.3 Lashings
   3.1.5.3.1 Anchoring rails with the requisite track width and covering the necessary area
             for lashing the tractor in all the cases illustrated (see Figures 7.4, 7.5 and 7.6)
             must be rigidly attached to a non-yielding base beneath the pendulum.
   3.1.5.3.2 The tractor shall be lashed to the rails by means of wire rope with round strand,
             fibre core, construction 6 x 19 in accordance with ISO 2408:2004 and a
             nominal diameter of 13 mm. The metal strands must have an ultimate tensile
             strength of 1770 MPa.
   3.1.5.3.3 The central pivot of an articulated tractor shall be supported and lashed down
             as appropriate for all tests. For the lateral impact test, the pivot shall also be
             propped from the side opposite the impact. The front and rear wheels need not
             be in line if this facilitates the attachment of the wire ropes in the appropriate
             manner.
   3.1.5.4 Wheel prop and beam
   3.1.5.4.1 A softwood beam of 150 mm square shall be used as a prop for the wheels
             during the impact tests (see Figures 7.4, 7.5 and 7.6).
   3.1.5.4.2 During the lateral impact tests, a softwood beam shall be clamped to the floor
             to brace the rim of the wheel opposite the side of impact (see Figure 7.6).
   3.1.5.5 Props and lashings for articulated tractors
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 ---pagebreak---    3.1.5.5.1 Additional props and lashings must be used for articulated tractors. Their
             purpose is to ensure that the section of the tractor on which the protective
             structure is fitted is as rigid as that of a non-articulated tractor.
   3.1.5.5.2 Additional specific details are given in point 3.2.1.1 for the impact and
             crushing tests.
   3.1.5.6 Tyre pressures and deflections
   3.1.5.6.1 The tractor tyres shall not be liquid-ballasted and shall be inflated to the
             pressures prescribed by the tractor manufacturer for field work.
   3.1.5.6.2 The lashings shall be tensioned in each particular case such that the tyres
             undergo a deflection equal to 12 per cent of the tyre wall height (distance
             between the ground and the lowest point of the rim) before tensioning.
   3.1.5.7 Crushing rig
             A rig as shown in Figure 7.7 shall be capable of exerting a downward force on
             a protective 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 the
             crushing force.
   3.1.5.8 Measuring apparatus
             The following measuring apparatus is needed:
   3.1.5.8.1 device for measuring the elastic deflection (the difference between the
             maximum momentary deflection and the permanent deflection, see Figure 7.8).
   3.1.5.8.2 device for checking that the protective structure has not entered the clearance
             zone and that the latter has remained within the structure's protective during the
             test (see point 3.2.2.2.2).
   3.1.6     Apparatus and equipment for static tests
   3.1.6.1 Static testing rig
   3.1.6.1.1 The static testing rig must be designed in such a way as to permit thrusts or
             loads to be applied to the protective structure.
   3.1.6.1.2 Provision must be made so that the load can be uniformly distributed normal to
             the direction of loading and along a flange having a length of one of the exact
             multiples of 50 between 250 and 700 mm. The stiff beam shall have a vertical
             face dimension of 150 mm. The edges of the beam in contact with the
             protective structure shall be curved with a maximum radius of 50 mm.
   3.1.6.1.3 The pad shall be capable of being adjusted to any angle in relation to the load
             direction, in order to be able to follow the angular variations of the structure's
             load-bearing surface as the structure deflects.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.1.6.1.4 Direction of the force (deviation from horizontal and vertical):
             –     at start of test, under zero load: ± 2°;
             –     during test, under load: 10° above and 20° below the horizontal. These
                   variations must be kept to a minimum.
   3.1.6.1.5 The deflection rate shall be sufficiently slow, less than 5 mm/s so that the load
             may at all moments be considered as static.
   3.1.6.2 Apparatus for measuring the energy absorbed by the structure
   3.1.6.2.1 The force versus deflection curve shall be plotted in order to determine the
             energy absorbed by the structure. There is no need to measure the force and
             deflection at the point where the load is applied to the structure; however, force
             and deflection shall be measured simultaneously and co-linearly.
   3.1.6.2.2 The point of origin of deflection measurements shall be selected so as to take
             account only of the energy absorbed by the structure and/or by the deflection of
             certain parts of the tractor. The energy absorbed by the deflection and/or the
             slipping of the anchoring must be ignored.
   3.1.6.3 Means of anchoring the tractor to the ground
   3.1.6.3.1 Anchoring rails with the requisite track width and covering the necessary area
             for anchoring the tractor in all the cases illustrated must be rigidly attached to a
             non-yielding base near the testing rig.
   3.1.6.3.2 The tractor must be anchored to the rails by any suitable means (plates,
             wedges, wire ropes, jacks, etc.) so that it cannot move during the tests. This
             requirement shall be checked during the test, by means of the usual devices for
             measuring length.
             If the tractor moves, the entire test shall be repeated, unless the system for
             measuring the deflections taken into account for plotting the force versus
             deflection curve is connected to the tractor.
   3.1.6.4 Crushing rig
             A rig as shown in Figure 7.7 shall be capable of exerting a downward force on
             a protective structure through a rigid beam approximately 250 mm wide,
             connected to the load-applying mechanism by means of universal joints.
             Suitable axle stands must be provided so that the tractor tyres do not bear the
             crushing force.
   3.1.6.5 Other measuring apparatus
             The following measure devices are also needed:
   3.1.6.5.1 device for measuring the elastic deflection (the difference between the
             maximum momentary deflection and the permanent deflection, see Figure 7.8).
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 ---pagebreak---    3.1.6.5.2 device for checking that the protective structure has not entered the clearance
             zone and that the latter has remained within the structure's protective during the
             test ( point 3.3.2.2.2).
   3.2       Test procedures
   3.2.1     Dynamic Tests
   3.2.1.1 Impact and crushing tests
   3.2.1.1.1 Impact at the rear
   3.2.1.1.1.1      The tractor shall be so placed in relation to the pendulum block that the
             block will strike the protective structure when the impact face of the block and
             the supporting chains or wire ropes are at an angle with the vertical plane A
             equal to M/100 with a 20° maximum, unless, during deflection, the protective
             structure at the point of contact forms a greater angle to the vertical. In this
             case the impact face of the block shall be adjusted by means of an additional
             support so that it is parallel to the protective structure at the point of impact at
             the moment of maximum deflection, the supporting chains or wire ropes
             remaining at the angle defined above.
             The suspended height of the block shall be adjusted and necessary steps taken
             so as to prevent the block from turning about the point of impact.
             The point of impact is that part of the protective 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 block is 1/6 of the width of the top of the
             protective structure inwards from a vertical plan parallel to the median plane of
             the tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the protective structure.
             If the structure is curved or protruding at this point, wedges enabling the
             impact to be applied thereon must be added, without thereby reinforcing the
             structure.
   3.2.1.1.1.2      The tractor must be lashed to the ground by means of four wire ropes,
             one at each end of both axles, arranged as indicated in Figure 7.4. The spacing
             between the front and rear lashing points must be such that the wire ropes make
             an angle of less than 30° with the ground. The rear lashings must in addition be
             so arranged that the point of convergence of the two wire ropes is located in the
             vertical plane in which the centre of gravity of the pendulum block travels.
             The wire ropes must be tensioned so that the tyres undergo the deflections
             given in point 3.1.5.6.2. With the wire ropes tensioned, the wedging beam shall
             be placed in front of and tight against the rear wheels and then fixed to the
             ground.
   3.2.1.1.1.3      If the tractor is of the articulated type, the point of articulation shall, in
             addition, be supported by a wooden block at least 100 mm square and firmly
             lashed to the ground.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.2.1.1.1.4      The pendulum block shall be pulled back so that the height of its centre
             of gravity above that at the point of impact is given by one of the following two
             formulae:
                                            H = 2.165 x 10 - 8 M L2
                                                       or
                                               H = 5.73 x 10 - 2 I
             The pendulum block is then released and strikes the protective structure.
   3.2.1.1.1.5      For tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel), the height shall be whichever is greater of either of the above
             or either of the following:
                                               H = 25 + 0.07 M
             for tractor with a reference mass of less than 2 000 kg;
                                              H = 125 + 0.02 M
             for tractor with a reference mass of more than 2 000 kg .
   3.2.1.1.2 Impact at the front
   3.2.1.1.2.1      The tractor shall be so placed in relation to the pendulum block that the
             block will strike the protective structure when the impact face of the block and
             the supporting chains or wire ropes are at an angle with the vertical plane A
             equal to M/100 with a 20° maximum, unless, during deflection, the protective
             structure at the point of contact forms a greater angle to the vertical. In this
             case the impact face of the block shall be adjusted by means of an additional
             support so that it is parallel to the protective structure at the point of impact at
             the moment of maximum deflection, the supporting chains or wire ropes
             remaining at the angle defined above.
             The suspended height of the pendulum block shall be adjusted and the
             necessary steps taken so as to prevent the block from turning about the point of
             impact.
             The point of impact is that part of the protective structure likely to hit the
             ground first if the tractor overturned sideways while travelling forward,
             normally the upper edge. The position of the centre of gravity of the block is
             1/6 of the width of the top of the protective structure inwards from a vertical
             plane parallel to the median plane of the tractor touching the outside extremity
             of the top of the protective structure.
             If the structure is curved or protruding at this point, wedges enabling the
             impact to be applied thereon must be added, without thereby reinforcing the
             structure.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.2.1.1.2.2      The tractor must be lashed to the ground by means of four wire ropes,
             one at each end of both axles, arranged as indicated in Figure 7.5. The spacing
             between the front and rear lashing points must be such that the wire ropes make
             an angle of less than 30° with the ground. The rear lashings must in addition be
             so arranged that the point of convergence of the two wire ropes is located in the
             vertical plane in which the centre of gravity of the pendulum block travels.
             The wire ropes must be tensioned so that the tyres undergo the deflections
             given in point 3.1.5.6.2. With the wire ropes tensioned, the wedging beam shall
             be placed behind and tight against the rear wheels and then fixed to the ground.
   3.2.1.1.2.3      If the tractor is of the articulated type, the point of articulation shall, in
             addition, be supported by a wooden block at least 100 mm square and firmly
             lashed to the ground.
   3.2.1.1.2.4      The pendulum block shall be pulled back so that the height of its centre
             of gravity above that at the point of impact is given by one of the following two
             formulae, to be chosen according to the reference mass of the assembly
             subjected to the tests:
                                               H = 25 + 0.07 M
             for tractor with a reference mass of less than 2 000 kg;
                                              H = 125 + 0.02 M
             for tractor with a reference mass of more than 2 000 kg.
             The pendulum block is then released and strikes the protective structure.
   3.2.1.1.2.5      In case of tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel):
             –      if the protective structure is a rear two-post rollbar, the above formula
                    shall apply;
             –      for other types of protective structure, the height shall be whichever is
                    greater from the formula applied above and that selected below:
                                             H = 2.165 x 10-8 ML2
                                                       or
                                               H = 5.73 x 10-2 I
             The pendulum block is then released and strikes the protective structure.
   3.2.1.1.3 Impact from the side
   3.2.1.1.3.1      The tractor shall be so placed in relation to the pendulum block that the
             block will strike the protective structure when the impact face of the block and
             the supporting chains or wire ropes are vertical unless, during deflection, the
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 ---pagebreak---             protective structure at the point of contact forms an angle of less than 20° to the
            vertical. In this case the impact face of the block shall be adjusted by means of
            an additional support so that it is parallel to the protective structure at the point
            of impact at the moment of maximum deflection, the supporting chains or wire
            ropes remaining vertical on impact.
   3.2.1.1.3.2     The suspended height of the pendulum block shall be adjusted and
            necessary steps taken so as to prevent the block from turning about the point of
            impact.
   3.2.1.1.3.3     The point of impact shall be that part of the protective 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 ground first,
            the point of impact shall be in the plane at right angles to the median plane and
            passing 60 mm in front of the seat index point, the seat being set at the mid
            position of longitudinal adjustment.
   3.2.1.1.3.4     For tractors with a reversible driver's position (reversible seat and
            steering wheel), the point of impact shall be in the plane at right angles to the
            median plane and passing at the midpoint of the segment joining the two seat
            index points defined by joining the two different positions of the seat. For
            protective structures having a two-post system, the impact shall be located on
            one of the two posts.
   3.2.1.1.3.5     The tractor wheels on the side which is to receive the impact must be
            lashed to the ground by means of wire ropes passing over the corresponding
            ends of the front and rear axles. The wire ropes must be tensioned to produce
            the tyre deflection values given in point 3.1.5.6.2.
            With the wire ropes tensioned, the wedging beam shall be placed on the
            ground, pushed tight against the tyres on the side opposite that which is to
            receive the impact and then fixed to the ground. It may be necessary to use two
            beams or wedges if the outer sides of the front and rear tyres are not in the
            same vertical plane. The prop shall then be placed as indicated in Figure 7.6
            against the rim of the most heavily loaded wheel opposite to the point of
            impact, pushed firmly against the rim and then fixed at its base. The length of
            the prop shall be such that it makes an angle of 30 ± 3° with the ground when
            in position against the rim. In addition, its thickness shall, if possible, be
            between 20 and 25 times less than its length and between 2 and 3 times less
            than its width. The props shall be shaped at both ends as shown in the details
            on Figure 7.6.
   3.2.1.1.3.6     If the tractor is of the articulated type, the point of articulation shall in
            addition be supported by a wooden block at least 100 mm square and laterally
            supported by a device similar to the prop pushed against the rear wheel as in
            point 3.2.1.1.3.5. The point of articulation shall then be lashed firmly to the
            ground.
   3.2.1.1.3.7     The pendulum block shall be pulled back so that the height of its centre
            of gravity above that at the point of impact is given by one of the following two
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 ---pagebreak---             formulae, to be chosen according to the reference mass of the assembly
            subjected to the tests:
                                              H = 25 + 0.20 M
            for tractors with a reference mass of less than 2 000 kg;
                                             H = 125 + 0.15 M
            for tractors with a reference mass of more than 2 000 kg.
   3.2.1.1.3.8     In case of tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
            steering wheel):
            –      if the protective structure is a rear two-post rollbar, the selected height
                   shall be whichever is greater from the formulae applicable above and
                   below:
                                      H = (25 + 0.20 M) (B6 + B) / 2B
                   for tractor with a reference mass of less than 2 000 kg;
                                     H = (125 + 0.15 M) (B6 + B) / 2B
                   for tractor with a reference mass of more than 2 000 kg.
            –      for other types of protective structures, the selected height shall be
                   whichever is greater from the formulae applicable above and below:
                                              H = 25 + 0.20 M
                   for tractor with a reference mass less than 2 000 kg;
                                             H = 125 + 0.15 M
                   for tractor with a reference mass of more than 2 000 kg.
                   The pendulum block is then released and strikes the protective structure.
   3.2.1.1.4 Crushing at the rear
            The beam shall be positioned over the rear uppermost structural member(s) and
            the resultant of crushing forces shall be located in the tractor's median plane. A
            force Fv shall be applied where:
                                                 Fv = 20 M
            The force Fv shall be maintained for five seconds after the cessation of any
            visually detectable movement of the protective structure.
            Where the rear part of the protective structure roof will not sustain the full
            crushing force, the force shall be applied until the roof is deflected to coincide
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 ---pagebreak---              with the plane joining the upper part of the protective structure with that part of
             the rear of the tractor capable of supporting the tractor when overturned.
             The force shall then be removed, and the crushing beam repositioned over that
             part of the protective structure which would support the tractor when
             completely overturned. The crushing force Fv shall then be applied again.
   3.2.1.1.5 Crushing at the front
             The beam shall be positioned across the front uppermost structural member(s)
             and the resultant of crushing forces shall be located in the tractor's median
             plane. A force Fv shall be applied where:
                                                  Fv = 20 M
             The force Fv shall be maintained for five seconds after the cessation of any
             visually detectable movement of the protective structure.
             Where the front part of the protective structure roof will not sustain the full
             crushing force, the force shall be applied until the roof is deflected to coincide
             with the plane joining the upper part of the protective structure with that part of
             the front of the tractor capable of supporting the tractor when overturned.
             The force shall then be removed, and the crushing beam repositioned over that
             part of the protective structure which would support the tractor when
             completely overturned. The crushing force Fv shall then be applied again.
   3.2.1.1.6 Additional impact tests
             If cracks or tears which cannot be considered negligible appear during an
             impact test, a second, similar test, but with a height of fall of:
                                      H’ = (H x 10-1) (12 + J) (1 + 2a)-1
             shall be performed immediately after the impact tests causing these tears or
             cracks to appear, “a” being the ratio of the permanent deformation (Dp) to the
             elastic deformation (De):
                                                  a = Dp / De
             as measured at the point of impact. The additional permanent deformation due
             to the second impact shall not exceed 30 per cent of the permanent deformation
             due to the first impact.
             In order to be able to carry out the additional test, it is necessary to measure the
             elastic deformation during all the impact tests.
   3.2.1.1.7 Additional crushing tests
             If during a crushing test, significant cracks or tears appear, a second, similar,
             crushing test, but with a force equal to 1.2 Fv shall be performed immediately
             after the crushing tests which caused these tears or cracks to appear.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.2.1.2 Measurements to be made
   3.2.1.2.1 Fractures and cracks
             After each test all structural members, joints and fastening systems shall be
             visually examined for fractures or cracks, any small cracks in unimportant parts
             being ignored.
             Any tears caused by the edges of the pendulum weight are to be ignored.
   3.2.1.2.2 Entry into the clearance zone
             During each test the protective structure shall be examined to see whether any
             part has entered a clearance zone round the driving seat as defined in point 1.6.
             Furthermore, the clearance zone shall not be outside the protection of the
             protective structure. For this purpose, it shall be considered to be outside the
             protection of the structure if any part of it would come in contact with flat
             ground if the tractor overturned towards the direction from which the test load
             is applied. For estimating this, the front and rear tyres and track width setting
             shall be the smallest standard fitting specified by the manufacturer.
   3.2.1.2.3 Elastic deflection (under side impact)
             The elastic deflection shall be measured (810 + av) mm above the seat index
             point, in the vertical plane in which the load is applied. For this measurement,
             any apparatus similar to that illustrated in Figure 7.8 may be used.
   3.2.1.2.4 Permanent deflection
             After the final crushing test, the permanent deflection of the protective
             structure shall be recorded. For this purpose, before the start of the test, the
             position of the main roll-over protective structure members in relation to the
             seat index point shall be used.
   3.2.2     Static Tests
   3.2.2.1 Loading and crushing tests
   3.2.2.1.1 Loading at the rear
   3.2.2.1.1.1      The load shall be applied horizontally, in a vertical plane parallel to the
             tractor's median plane.
             The load application point shall be that part of the roll-over protective structure
             likely to hit the ground first in a rearward overturning accident, normally the
             upper edge. The vertical plane in which the load is applied shall be located at a
             distance of one third of the external width of the upper part of the structure
             from the median plane.
             If the structure is curved or protruding at this point, wedges enabling the load
             to be applied thereon shall be added, without thereby reinforcing the structure.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.2.2.1.1.2      The assembly shall be lashed to the ground as described in 3.1.6.3.
   3.2.2.1.1.3      The energy absorbed by the protective structure during the test shall be at
             least:
                                            Eil = 2.165 x 10-7 M L2
                                                        or
                                                 Eil = 0.574 x I
   3.2.2.1.1.4      For tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel), the energy shall be whichever is the higher of the formula
             selected above or the following:
                                               Eil = 500 + 0.5 M
   3.2.2.1.2 Loading at the front
   3.2.2.1.2.1      The load shall be applied horizontally in a vertical plane parallel to the
             tractor's median plane. The point of application shall be that part of the
             protective structure likely to hit the ground first if the tractor overturns
             sideways while travelling forward, i.e. normally the upper edge. The point of
             application of the load shall be 1/6 of the width of the top of the protective
             structure inwards from a vertical plane parallel to the median plane of the
             tractor touching the outside extremity of the top of the protective structure.
             If the structure is curved or protruding at this point, wedges enabling the load
             to be applied thereon shall be added, without thereby reinforcing the structure.
   3.2.2.1.2.2      The assembly shall be lashed to the ground as described in point 3.1.6.3.
   3.2.2.1.2.3      The energy absorbed by the protective structure during the test shall be at
             least:
                                               Eil = 500 + 0.5 M
   3.2.2.1.2.4      In case of tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel):
             –      if the protective structure is a rear two-post rollbar the preceding formula
                    shall also apply;
             –      for other types of protective structures, the energy shall be whichever is
                    the higher of the above or either of the following as selected:
                                            Eil = 2.165 x 10-7 ML2
                                                        or
                                                  Eil = 0.574 I
   3.2.2.1.3        Loading from the side
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 ---pagebreak---    3.2.2.1.3.1      The side loading shall be applied horizontally, in a vertical plane
             perpendicular to the tractor's median plane passing 60 mm in front of the seat
             index point, the seat being at the mid position of the longitudinal adjustment.
             The load application point shall be that part of the roll-over protective structure
             likely to hit the ground first in a sideways overturning accident, normally the
             upper edge.
   3.2.2.1.3.2      The assembly shall be lashed to the ground as described in point 3.1.6.3.
   3.2.2.1.3.3      The energy absorbed by the protective structure during the test shall be at
             least:
                                                 Eis = 1.75 M
   3.2.2.1.3.4      For tractors with a reversible driver's position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel), the load application point shall be in the plane at right angles
             to the median plane and passing at the midpoint of the segment joining the two
             seat index points defined by joining the two different positions of the seat. For
             protective structures having a two-post system, the load shall be located on one
             of the two posts.
   3.2.2.1.3.5      In case of tractors with a reversible driver’s position (reversible seat and
             steering wheel) where the protective structure is a rear two-post rollbar, the
             energy shall be whichever is higher of the following:
                                                 Eis = 1.75 M
                                                       or
                                         Eis = 1.75 M (B6 + B)/2B
   3.2.2.1.4 Crushing at the rear
             All provisions are identical to those given in point 3.2.1.1.4.
   3.2.2.1.5 Crushing at the front
             All provisions are identical to those given in point 3.2.1.1.5.
   3.2.2.1.6 Additional overload test (Figures 7.9 to 7.11)
             An overload test shall be carried out in all cases where the force decreases by
             more than 3 per cent during the last 5 per cent of the deflection reached when
             the energy required is absorbed by the structure (see Figure 7.10).
             The overload test involves the gradual increase of the horizontal load by
             increments of 5 per cent of the initial energy requirement up to a maximum of
             20 per cent of energy added (see Figure 7.11).
             The overload test is satisfactory if, after each increase by 5, 10, or 15 per cent
             in the energy required, the force decreases by less than 3 per cent for a
             5 per cent increment and remains greater than 0.8 Fmax.
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 ---pagebreak---              The overload test is satisfactory if, after the structure has absorbed 20 per cent
             of the added energy, the force exceeds 0.8 Fmax.
             Additional cracks or tears and/or entry into or lack of protective of the
             clearance zone due to elastic deflection are permitted during the overload test.
             However, after the removal of the load, the structure shall not enter the
             clearance zone, which shall be completely protected.
   3.2.2.1.7 Additional crushing tests
             If cracks or tears which cannot be considered as negligible appear during a
             crushing test, a second, similar crushing, but with a force of 1.2 Fv shall be
             applied immediately after the crushing test which caused the cracks or tears to
             appear.
   3.2.2.2 Measurements to be made
   3.2.2.2.1 Fractures and cracks
             After each test all structural members, joints and attachment systems shall be
             visually examined for fractures or cracks, any small cracks in unimportant parts
             being ignored.
   3.2.2.2.2 Entry into the clearance zone
             During each test the protective structure shall be examined to see whether any
             part of it has entered a clearance zone as defined in point 1.6 of Annex I.
             In addition, an examination shall be made to determine whether any part of the
             clearance zone is outside the protection of the structure. For this purpose it is
             considered to be outside the protection of the roll-over protective structure if
             any part of it would have come in contact with the ground plane if the tractor
             had overturned in the direction from which the impact came. For this purpose
             the front and rear tyres and track setting are assumed to be the smallest
             specified by the manufacturer.
   3.2.2.2.3 Elastic deflection under side loading
             The elastic deflection shall be measured (810 + av) mm above the seat index
             point, in the vertical plane in which the load is applied. For this measurement,
             any apparatus similar to that illustrated in Figure 7.8 may be used.
   3.2.2.2.4 Permanent deflection
             After the final crushing test, the permanent deflection of the protective
             structure shall be recorded. For this purpose, before the start of the test, the
             position of the main roll-over protective structure members in relation to the
             seat index point shall be used.
             Extension to other tractor models
   3.3.1     [not applicable]
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 ---pagebreak---    3.3.2     Technical extension
             When technical modifications occur on the tractor, the protective structure or
             the method of attachment of the protective structure to the tractor, the testing
             station that has carried out the original test can issue a “technical extension
             report” in the following cases:
   3.3.2.1 Extension of the structural test results to other models of tractors
             The impact and crushing tests need not be carried out on each model of tractor,
             provided that the protective structure and tractor comply with the conditions
             referred to in points 3.3.2.1.1 to 3.3.2.1.5.
   3.3.2.1.1 The structure shall be identical to the one tested;
   3.3.2.1.2 The required energy shall not exceed the energy calculated for the original test
             by more than 5 per cent.
   3.3.2.1.3 The method of attachment and the tractor components to which the attachment
             is made shall be identical;
   3.3.2.1.4 Any components such as mudguards and bonnet that may provide support for
             the protective structure shall be identical;
   3.3.2.1.5 The position and critical dimensions of the seat in the protective structure and
             the relative position of the protective structure on the tractor shall be such that
             the clearance zone would have remained within the protection of the deflected
             structure throughout all tests (this shall be checked by using the same reference
             of clearance zone as in the original test report, respectively Seat Reference
             Point [SRP] or Seat Index Point [SIP]).
   3.3.2.2 Extension of the structural test results to modified models of the protective
             structure
             This procedure has to be followed when the provisions of point 3.3.2.1 are not
             fulfilled, it may not be used when the method of attachment of the protective
             structure to the tractor does not remain of the same principle (e.g. rubber
             supports replaced by a suspension device):
   3.3.2.2.1 Modifications having no impact on the results of the initial test (e.g. weld
             attachment of the mounting plate of an accessory in a non-critical location on
             the structure), addition of seats with different SIP location in the protective
             structure (subject to checking that the new clearance zone(s) remain(s) within
             the protection of the deflected structure throughout all tests).
   3.3.2.2.2 Modifications having a possible impact on the results of the original test
             without calling into question the acceptability of the protective structure (e.g.
             modification of a structural component, modification of the method of
             attachment of the protective structure to the tractor). A validation test can be
             carried out and the test results will be drafted in the extension report.
             The following limits for this type extension are fixed:
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 ---pagebreak---    3.3.2.2.2.1no more than 5 extensions may be accepted without a validation test;
   3.3.2.2.2.2 the results of the validation test will be accepted for extension if all the
             acceptance conditions of the Code are fulfilled and:
             if the deflection measured after each impact test does not deviate from the
             deflection measured after each impact test in the original test report by more
             than ± 7 % (in case of a dynamic test);
             if the force measured when the required energy level has been reached in the
             various horizontal load tests does not deviate from the force measured when
             the required energy has been reached in the original test by more than ± 7 %
             and the deflection measured14 when the required energy level has been reached
             in the various horizontal load tests does not deviate from the deflection
             measured when the required energy has been reached in the original test by
             more than ± 7 % (in case of a static test).
   3.3.2.2.2.3 more than one protective structure modifications may be included in a single
             extension report if they represent different options of the same protective
             structure, but only one validation test can be accepted in a single extension
             report. The options not tested shall be described in a specific section of the
             extension report.
   3.3.2.2.3 Increase of the reference mass declared by the manufacturer for a protective
             structure already tested. If the manufacturer wants to keep the same approval
             number it is possible to issue an extension report after having carried out a
             validation test (the limits of ± 7% specified in point 3.3.2.2.2.2 are not
             applicable in such a case).
   3.4       [not applicable]
   3.5       Cold weather performance of protective structures
   3.5.1     If the protective structure is claimed to have properties resistant to cold weather
             embrittlement, the manufacturer shall give details that shall be included in the
             report.
   3.5.2     The following requirements and procedures are intended to provide strength
             and resistance to brittle fracture at reduced temperatures. It is suggested that
             the following minimum material requirements shall be met in judging the
             protective structure's suitability at reduced operating temperatures in those
             countries requiring this additional operating protection.
   3.5.2.1 Bolts and Nuts used to attach the protective structure to the tractor and used to
             connect structural parts of the protective structure shall exhibit suitable
             controlled reduced temperature toughness properties.
   14
           Permanent + elastic deflection measured at the point when the required energy level is obtained.
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 ---pagebreak---    3.5.2.2 All welding electrodes used in the fabrication of structural members and
           mounts shall be compatible with the protective structure material as given in
           point 3.5.2.3 .
   3.5.2.3 Steel materials for structural members of the protective structure shall be of
           controlled toughness material exhibiting minimum Charpy V-Notch impact
           energy requirements as shown in Table 7.1. Steel grade and quality shall be
           specified in accordance with ISO 630:1995.
           Steel with an as-rolled thickness less than 2.5 mm and with a carbon content
           less than 0.2 per cent is considered to meet this requirement.
           Structural members of the protective structure made from materials other than
           steel shall have equivalent low temperature impact resistance.
   3.5.2.4 When testing the Charpy V-Notch impact energy requirements, the specimen
           size shall be no less than the largest of the sizes stated in Table 7.1 that the
           material will permit.
   3.5.2.5 The Charpy V-Notch tests shall be made in accordance with the procedure in
           ASTM A 370-1979, except for specimen sizes that shall be in accordance with
           the dimensions given in Table 7.1.
                                                Table 7.1
                             Minimum Charpy V-notch impact energies
                Specimen size              Energy at                Energy at
                                             -30 °C                  -20 °C
                      mm                        J                      Jb)
                   10 x 10a)                   11                     27.5
                     10 x 9                    10                      25
                     10 x 8                    9.5                     24
                  10 x 7,5a)                   9.5                     24
                     10 x 7                     9                     22.5
                   10 x 6.7                    8.5                     21
                     10 x 6                     8                      20
                    10 x 5a)                   7.5                     19
                     10 x 4                     7                     17.5
                   10 x 3.5                     6                      15
                     10 x 3                     6                      15
                  10 x 2.5a)                   5.5                     14
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           a)
                    Indicates preferred size. Specimen size shall be no less than largest preferred size that
                    the material permits.
           b)
                    The energy requirement at –20 °C is 2.5 times the value specified for –30°C. Other
                    factors affect impact energy strength, i.e. direction of rolling, yield strength, grain
                    orientation and welding. These factors shall be considered when selecting and using
                    steel.
   3.5.2.6 Alternatives to this procedure are the use of killed or semi-killed steel for
           which an adequate specification shall be provided. Steel grade and quality shall
           be specified in accordance with ISO 630:1995, Amd 1:2003.
   3.5.2.7 Specimens are to be longitudinal and taken from flat stock, tubular or structural
           sections before forming or welding for use in the protective structure.
           Specimens from tubular or structural sections are to be taken from the middle
           of the side of greatest dimension and shall not include welds.
   3.6     [not applicable]
                                                 Figure 7.1
                                              Clearance zone
                              Figure 7.1.a                                          Figure 7.1.b
                               Side view                                             Rear view
                    Section in reference plan
                         Dimensions in mm
                                                  Figure 7.1.c
                                               Seen from above
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 ---pagebreak---    1 – Seat index point 2 – Reference plane
                                       Figure 7.2.a
                 Clearance zone for tractors with reversible seat position:
                                     two-post rollbar
                                       Figure 7.2.b
                 Clearance zone for tractors with reversible seat position:
                                  other types of ROPS
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 ---pagebreak---                             Figure 7.3
      Pendulum block and its suspending chains or wire ropes
   Impact face
   Pin marking position                         Dimensions in millimetres
   of centre of gravity
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 ---pagebreak---                                 Figure 7.4
                 Example of tractor lashing (rear impact)
   2 lashings                                            2 lashings
                             wedgings beam
                                Figure 7.5
                 Example of tractor lashing (front impact)
      2 lashings                                   2 lashings
                                  wedgings beam
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 ---pagebreak---                                 Figure 7.6
             Example of tractor lashing (side impact)
                 Rounded to secure contact
                 against the rim
   Chamfered
                                                                        Travel arc of
                                                                        pendulum block
                                                                        centre of gravity
                                                                        passing through
                                                                        contact point
                                                               Lashing (see 6.6.3.)
                                  150 mm square    Untensioned cable
                     Prop         softwood beam    (optional)
                    Beam clamped against sides of front and rear wheels and
                    prop wedged against wheel rim after anchoring
                                Figure 7.7
              Example of crushing rig of the tractor
                                                                 Universal pin joints
     Force
                                                              Force
                                                               Double-acting
                                                               hydraulic cylinder
                                                               Universal pin joints
                              Supports under front
                              and rear axles
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 ---pagebreak---                                                  Figure 7.8
                       Example of apparatus for measuring elastic deflection
                                                                          Horizontal rod attached
                                                                          to the ROPS
                                                                          Vertical support
                                                                          attached to the
                                                                          tractor chassis or the
                                    Friction collar                       floor of the ROPS
   1 – Permanent deflection
   2 – Elastic deflection
   3 – Total deflection (permanent plus elastic)
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 ---pagebreak---                                                Figure 7.9
                                       Force / deflection curve
                                    Overload test not necessary
                  Static load force
                                                                Calculated basic energy
                                                                (see note 2)
                                                                       Deflection
   Notes:
   1.     Locate Fa in relation to 0,95 D'
   2.     Overload test not necessary as Fa ≤ 1,03 F'
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 ---pagebreak---                                               Figure 7.10
                                       Force / deflection curve
                                       Overload test necessary
             Static load force
                                                                  Calculated basic energy
                                                                  (see note 2)
                                                                        Energy increased by 5%
                                                                        (see note 3)
                                                                             Static load force
                                                                         Deflection
   Notes:
   1.     Locate Fa in relation to 0,95 D'
   2.     Overload test necessary as Fa > 1,03 F'
   3.     Overload test performance satisfactory as Fb > 0,97F' and Fb > 0,8Fmax.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                Figure 7.11
                                       Force / deflection curve
                                   Overload test to be continued.
          Static load force
                                                        Calculated basic energy
                                                        (see note 2)
                                                               Energy increased by 5%
                                                               (see note 3)
                                                                    Energy increased by 10 %
                                                                    (see note 4)
                                                                          Energy increased by 15 %
                                                                          (see note 5)
                                                                                Energy increased by 20%
                                                                                (see note 6 and 7)
                                                                                  Deflection
                                                       Overload
   Notes:
   1.     Locate Fa in relation to 0,95 D'
   2.     Overload test necessary as Fa > 1,03 F'
   3.     Fb < 0,97 F' therefore further overload necessary
   4.     Fc < 0,97 Fb therefore further overload necessary
   5.     Fd < 0,97 Fc therefore further overload necessary
   6.     Overload test performance satisfactory, if Fe > 0,8 Fmax
   7.     Failure at any stage when load drops below 0,8 Fmax."
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 ---pagebreak---                                                                  86/298/EEC
                                         ANNEX III
                                           MARKS
   The EC component type-approval mark shall consist of:
                                                                 2000/19/EC Art. 1 and
                                                              Annex pt. 4 (adapted)
                                                                 1 2003 Act of Accession
                                                              Art. 20 and Annex I, pt.
                                                              (1)(A)(30), p. 62
                                                                 2 2006/96/EC Art. 1 and
                                                              Annex pt. A.29.
   –      a rectangle surrounding the lower case letter "e" followed by the distinguishing
          number of the Member State which has granted the EC component type-
          approval:
          1 for Germany, 2 for France, 3 for Italy, 4 for the Netherlands, 5 for Sweden, 6
          for Belgium, 1 7 for Hungary, 8 for the Czech Republic,  9 for Spain, 11
          for the United Kingdom, 12 for Austria, 13 for Luxembourg, 17 for Finland, 18
          for Denmark, 2 19 for Romania,  1 20 for Poland,  21 for Portugal, 23
          for Greece, 24 for Ireland, 1 26 for Slovenia, 27 for Slovakia, 29 for Estonia,
          32 for Latvia, 2 34 for Bulgaria,  36 for Lithuania, ⌦ 49 ⌫ for Cyprus,
          ⌦ 50 ⌫ for Malta, 
                                                                 86/298/EEC
   –      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 protection structure and its attachment to the tractor placed under
          and in the vicinity of the rectangle,
   –      the letters V or SV, depending on whether a dynamic (V) or static (SV) test
          was conducted, followed by the number 1, indicating that this is a protection
          structure within the meaning of this Directive.
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 ---pagebreak---                        Example of EC component type-approval mark
                                                                 86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                        ⌦ Legend: ⌫
                                                                 86/298/EEC
   The protection structure bearing the EC component type-approval mark shown above is
   a structure of the rear-mounted rollbar, frame or cab type which has been subjected to a
   dynamic test, is intended for a narrow-track tractor (V1) and for which EC component
   type-approval was granted in France (e2) under the number 431.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                                    ANNEX IV
              MODEL EC COMPONENT TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE
                                                                                                                 86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                                                                                           Name of competent authority
   Notification concerning the granting, refusal, withdrawal or extension of EC component type-approval with
   regard to the strength of a protection structure (rear-mounted rollbar, frame or cab) and to the strength of its
   attachment to the tractor
   EC component type-approval No:…………...........................................................................................extension(1)
   1.               Trade name or mark and type of protection structure:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   2.               Name and address of manufacturer of protection structure:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   3.               If applicable, name and address of authorised representative of manufacturer of protection
                    structure:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   4.               Trade mark or name, type and commercial description of tractor for which protection structure
                    is intended
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
                    .........................................................................................................................................................
   5.               Extension of EC component type-approval for tractors of the following type(s) and, where
                    appropriate, commercial description:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   5.1.             The mass of the unballasted tractor, as defined in ⌦ point 2.1 of Model A of Annex I of
                    Directive 2003/37/EC ⌫ , exceeds/does not exceed (2) the reference mass used for the test by
                    more than 5 %.
   5.2.             The method of attachment and points of attachment are/are not (2) identical.
   5.3.             All the components likely to serve as supports for the protection structure are/are not (2)
                    identical.
   6.               Submitted for EC component type-approval on:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   7.               Test station:
                    ..........................................................................................................................................................
   8.               Date and number of the report of the test station:
                    .........................................................................................................................................................
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 ---pagebreak---    9.       Date of granting/refusal/withdrawal of EC component type-approval (2):
            ..........................................................................................................................................................
   10.      Date of granting/refusal/withdrawal of the extension of EC component type-approval (2):
            ..........................................................................................................................................................
   11.      Place: ..................................................
   12.      Date: ...................................................
   13.      The following documents, bearing the component EC type-approval number shown above, are
            annexed to this certificate (e.g. report of the test station). These documents must be sent to the
            competent authorities of the other Member States if so requested:
            ..........................................................................................................................................................
            ..........................................................................................................................................................
   14.      Remarks, if any: …………………………………………………………………………………
   15.      Signature: ................................................
   (1)
       If applicable, state whether this is the first, etc. extension of the original EC component type-
       approval.
   (2)
       Delete where inapplicable.
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 ---pagebreak---                                                               86/298/EEC (adapted)
                                       ANNEX V
                    CONDITIONS FOR EC TYPE-APPROVAL
   1.   The application for EC type-approval of a tractor with regard to the strength of
        a protection structure and the strength of its attachment to the tractor shall be
        submitted by the tractor manufacturer or by his authorised representative.
   2.   A tractor representative of the tractor type to be approved, on which a
        protection structure and its attachment, duly approved, are mounted, shall be
        submitted to the technical services responsible for conducting the EC type-
        approval tests.
   3.   The technical service responsible for conducting the EC type-approval tests
        shall check whether the approved type of protection structure is intended to be
        mounted on the type of tractor for which the EC type-approval is requested. In
        particular, it shall ascertain whether the attachment of ⌦ the protection
        structure corresponds to the one which was tested when ⌫ the EC component
        type-approval was granted.
   4.   The holder of the EC type-approval may ask for its extension to other types of
        protection structures.
   5.   The competent authorities shall grant such an extension on the following
        conditions:
   5.1. The new type of protection structure and its tractor attachment must have
        received EC component type-approval.
   5.2. The new type of protection structure must be designed to be mounted on the
        type of tractor for which the extension of the EC type-approval is requested.
   5.3. The attachment of the protection structure to the tractor must correspond to that
        which was tested when EC component type-approval was granted.
   6.   A certificate, of which a model is shown in Annex VI , shall be annexed to the
        EC type-approval certificate for each type-approval or type-approval extension
        which has been granted or refused.
   7.   If the application for EC type-approval for a type of tractor is introduced at the
        same time as the request for EC component type-approval for a type of
        protection structure intended to be mounted on the type of tractor for which EC
        type-approval is requested, the checks laid down in points 2 and 3 are not
        applicable.
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                                                                             MODEL
                                                                                                                  Name of competent authority
   ANNEX TO THE EC TYPE-APPROVAL CERTIFICATE FOR A TRACTOR TYPE WITH REGARD TO THE
   STRENGTH OF PROTECTION STRUCTURES (REAR MOUNTED ROLLBAR, FRAME OR CAB) AND THE
   STRENGTH OF THEIR ATTACHMENT TO THE TRACTOR
   (Article 4(2) of 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)
   EC component type-approval No:
   ......................................................................................................................................................................................
   extension (1)
   1.            Trade name or mark of tractor:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 ......................................
   2.            Tractor type and commercial description:
                 .................................................................................................................................................
   3.            Name and address of tractor manufacturer:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 .....................................
   4.            If applicable, name and address of manufacturer’s authorised representative:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 .....................................
   5.            Trade name or mark and type of protection structure:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 ......................................
   6.            Extension of EC type-approval for the following type(s) of protection structure:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 ......................................
   7.            Tractor submitted for EC type-approval on:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 ......................................
   8.            Technical service responsible for EC type-approval conformity control:
                 ...............................................................................................................................................................................
                 ......................................
   9.            Date of report issued by that
                 service:..........................................................................................................................................................
   10.           Number of report issued by that
                 service:....................................................................................................................................................
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 ---pagebreak---    11. EC type-approval with regard to the strength of the protection structures and the strength of their attachment
       to the tractor has been granted/refused (2):
   12. The extension of EC type-approval with regard to the strength of the protection structures and the strength of
       their attachment to the tractor has been granted/refused (2):
   13. Place: ........................................................................................................................
   14. Date: .........................................................................................................................
   15. Signature: .................................................................................................................
   (1)
       If applicable, state whether this is the first, etc. extension of the original EC type-approval.
   (2)
       Delete where inapplicable.
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 ---pagebreak---                                              ANNEX VII
                                                Part A
                    Repealed Directive with list of its successive amendments
                                      (referred to in Article 14)
   Council Directive 86/298/EEC
   (OJ L 186, 8.7.1986, p. 26)
      Council Directive 89/682/EEC
      (OJ L 398, 30.12.1989, p. 29)
      Point XI.C.II.5 of Annex I to the 1994 Act of
      Accession
      (OJ C 241, 29.8.1994, p. 193)
      Commission Directive 2000/19/EC
      (OJ L 94, 14.4.2000, p. 31)
      Point I.A.30. of Annex II to the 2003 Act of
      Accession
      (OJ L 236, 23.9.2003, p. 62)
      Commission Directive 2005/67/EC
      (OJ L 273, 19.10.2005, p. 17)
      Council Directive 2006/96/EC                               Only as regards the reference to
      (OJ L 363, 20.12.2006, p. 81)                              Directive 86/298/EEC in Article 1
                                                                 and point A.29. of the Annex
      Commission Directive 2010/22/EU                            Only Article 2 and Annex II
      (OJ L 91,10.4.2010, p. 1)
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 ---pagebreak---                                                             Part B
                  List of time-limits for transposition into national law and application
                                                (referred to in Article 14)
                Directive                    Time-limit for transposition                 Date of application
   86/298/EEC                             2 June 1988
   89/682/EEC                             3 January 1991
   2000/19/EC                             30 June 2001(*)
   2005/67/EC                             31 December 2005
   2006/96/EC                             1 January 2007
   2010/22/EU                             30 April 2011                           1 May 2011
    _______________________________________
    (*)
               In accordance with Article 2 of Directive 2000/19/EC:
               “1.    From 1 July 2001, Member States may not:
                      –      refuse, for a type of tractor, to grant EC type-approval or issue the document provided
                             for in the third indent of Article 10(1) of Directive 74/150/EEC, or to grant national
                             type-approval, or
                      –      prohibit the first entry into service of tractors,
                      if those tractors comply with the requirements of Directive 86/298/EEC, as amended by this
                      Directive.
               2.     From 1 January 2002, Member States:
                      –      may no longer issue the document provided for in the third indent of Article 10(1) of
                             Directive 74/150/EEC for a type of tractor if it does not comply with the requirements
                             of Directive 86/298/EEC, as amended by this Directive,
                      –      may refuse to grant national type-approval for a type of tractor if it does not comply
                             with the requirements of Directive 86/298/EEC, as amended by this Directive.”
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 ---pagebreak---                                         ANNEX VIII
                                    CORRELATION TABLE
       Directive 86/298/EEC         Directive 2000/19/EC                This Directive
   Article 1, introductory       ---                        Article 1, introductory sentence
   sentence
   Article 1, first indent       ---                        Article 1, point a)
   Article 1, second indent      ---                        Article 1, point b)
   Article 1, third indent       ---                        Article 1, point c)
   Articles 2 to 5               ---                        Articles 2 to 5
   Article 6(1), first sentence  ---                        Article 6(1), first subparagraph
   Article 6(1), second sentence ---                        Article 6(1), second subparagraph
   Article 6(1), third sentence  ---                        Article 6(1), third subparagraph
   Article 6(2)                  ---                        Article 6(2)
   Article 7, first sentence     ---                        Article 7, first paragraph
   Article 7, second sentence    ---                        Article 7, second paragraph
   Article 8                     ---                        ---
   ---                           Article 2(1), introductory Article 8(1), introductory wording
                                 wording
   ---                           Article 2(1), first indent Article 8(1)(a)
   ---                           Article 2(1), second       Article 8(1)(b)
                                 indent
   ---                           Article 2(2)               Article 8(2)
   Articles 9 to 12              ---                        Articles 9 to 12
   Article 13                    ---                        ---
   Article 14(1)                 ---                        ---
   Article 14(2)                 ---                        Article 13
   ---                           ---                        Articles 14 and 15
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 ---pagebreak---    Article 15                         Article 16
   Annexes I and II ---               Annexes I and II
   Annex VI         ---               Annex III
   Annex VII        ---               Annex IV
   Annex VIII       ---               Annex V
   Annex IX         ---               Annex VI
   ---              ---               Annex VII
   ---              ---               Annex VIII
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