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and 2.3.(c) above shall be satisfied at least on a line:

                  (a) At a distance of not more than 450 mm from the rear extremity of the vehicle;

                  (b) That may have interruptions totalling not more than 200 mm.

2.4. Any vehicle of category G will be deemed to satisfy the condition for the ground clearance set out above, if the departure angle (ISO 612:1978) does not exceed:
(a) 10° for vehicles of categories M1G and N1G;
(b) 20° for vehicles of categories M2G and N2G; and
(c) 25° for vehicles of categories M3G and N3G;
over a width which is not shorter than that of the rear axle by more than 100 mm on either side (excluding any bulging of the tyres close to the ground).
Where there is more than one rear axle, the width to be considered is that of the widest. The requirements of subparagraphs (a) to (c) of this paragraph shall be satisfied at least on a line:
(a) At a distance of not more than 450 mm from the rear extremity of the vehicle;
(b) That may have interruptions summing up in not more than 200 mm.
3.  Definitions common to Parts I, II and III
3.1. For the purpose of this Regulation:
3.1.1. "Unladen mass" means the mass of the vehicle in running order, unoccupied and unladen but complete with fuel, coolant, lubricant, tools and a spare wheel (if provided as standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer);
3.1.2. "Maximum mass" means the mass stated by the vehicle manufacturer to be technically permissible (this mass may be higher than the "permissible maximum mass" laid down by the national administration);
3.1.3. An "RUPD" normally consists of a cross‑member and links to the chassis side members or other structural members of the vehicle;
3.1.4. "Separate cab" means a cab attached to the vehicle's frame by specific links and which has no common part with the cargo area.
Part I. Approval of RUPDs
4.  Definitions
4.1. For the purpose of Part I of this Regulation:
4.1.1. "Approval of an RUPD" means the approval of such a type of RUPD with respect to the requirements laid down in paragraph 7. below;
4.1.2. "Type of RUPD" means RUPDs, which do not differ with respect to the essential characteristics such as shape, dimensions, attachment, materials and the markings cited in paragraph 5.2.2. below.
5.  Application of approval
5.1. The application for approval of an RUPD shall be submitted by the manufacturer of the RUPD or by his duly accredited representative.
5.2. For each type of RUPD the application shall be accompanied by:
5.2.1. Documentation in triplicate giving a description of the technical characteristics of the RUPD: its dimensions, lines and