1 Scope
This document specifies safety requirements and test methods for single and multi-axle
cargo trailers and their connecting devices.
This document applies to cargo trailers with a maximum gross vehicle weight of 600 kg.
This document is not applicable to trailers for the transportation of passengers,
usually children, and for types of trailers that use a fifth wheel for connecting
to the front cycles (semi-trailer) as listed in Table 1 in this document.
Table 1
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Types of cycle trailers
| Type of trailer | Applicability of this document |
|---|---|
| Multi track single axle | Applicable |
| Multi track multi axle | Applicable |
| Single track with single axle or multi axle | Not applicable |
| Fifth wheel trailer (semi-trailer) with single axle or multi axle | Not applicable |
| Usage | |
| Cargo | Applicable |
| People/children/pet | Not applicable |
NOTE 1 Requirements and test methods for electrical assistance for electrically assisted cargo trailers are covered by FprEN 17860‑5:2024.
NOTE 2 For cargo trailers having a maximum gross weight of up to 60 kg, see EN 15918:2011 + A2 Cycles – Cycle trailers.