Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2017L01560:reg:5
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2017L01560
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 5
Character Range: 1880–2658

5  Definitions
  In this instrument:
gross vehicle mass (GVM), for a motor vehicle, means the maximum loaded mass of the vehicle as stated:
 (a) on the compliance plate, registration certificate or build plate for the vehicle; or
 (b) in the handbook for the vehicle; or
 (c) in documentation for the vehicle available from the vehicle's manufacturer.
minimum breaking strength, for a motor vehicle recovery strap, means the minimum load necessary to cause the strap to fail.
motor vehicle recovery strap means a strap, commonly called a snatch strap, for attaching to a bogged vehicle to tow it clear of the bogged situation.
transitional period means the period of 24 months beginning on the day this instrument commences.

Part 2—Requirements

Division 1—Basic requirements