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UN R135 — Pole side impact performance

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What does it cover?

UN R135 concerns approval of vehicles for pole side impact (PSI) performance. Its scope includes a mass limit for M1 vehicles and geometric conditions linked to the driver’s seating position for N1 vehicles. It also allows assessment of certain other M and N vehicles at the manufacturer’s request; category alone does not settle applicability.

Who is it for?

Passive-safety, vehicle-body design and side-impact testing teams.

Which subjects are addressed?

  • Pole side impact
  • M1 mass scope
  • N1 geometric conditions
  • Other vehicles at manufacturer request

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Is mass the only consideration for N1 vehicles?

No. The scope also defines geometric conditions related to the driver’s R-point and the axles. Assess vehicle layout against the relevant provision.

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