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UN R105 — Construction of vehicles carrying dangerous goods
Review construction requirements for vehicles intended to carry dangerous goods.
Explore the scopeWhat does it cover?
UN R105 concerns the basic construction of N-category motor vehicles and O-category trailers intended for carriage of dangerous goods under ADR Annex B, section 9.1.2. The basic-vehicle definition covers chassis cabs, semi-trailer tractors, trailer chassis and self-supporting trailer bodies. The regulation focuses on vehicle approval in respect of special constructional features.
Who is it for?
Vehicle and body manufacturers developing equipment for dangerous goods transport, and ADR compliance teams.
Which subjects are addressed?
- Basic-vehicle scope
- Link to ADR scope
- Vehicle types and constructional features
- Technical requirements and approval
Common question
Does R105 regulate the whole transport operation?
No. It concerns approval of the defined vehicles in respect of special constructional features. The vehicle approval does not, by itself, cover all rules governing the transport operation.
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