What is BS EN 16235 - Conditions for dispensation of freight wagons about?
BS EN 16235 is a European standard on testing for the acceptance of running characteristics of railway vehicles that discusses freight wagons. BS EN 16235 outlines the process to determine the conditions under which dispensation from on-track testing according to EN 14363 can be given to freight wagons. In its application, BS EN 16235 specifies how dispensation from on-track tests is possible. BS EN 16235 is subordinate to EN 14363.
BS EN 16235 is not limited to any type of freight vehicle; however certain types, which have been previously accepted under the auspices of UIC, are considered to have a continuing dispensation from on-track testing. These freight vehicles are detailed within BS EN 16235.
The dispensation conditions described in BS EN 16235 apply to all freight vehicles used in international, multilateral, or national rail freight transportation, which operate without restriction on standard gauge tracks (1 435 mm). The various rail-inclinations used in Europe (1:20, 1:40, and 1:30) are covered by the conditions for dispensation.
BS EN 16235 only contains requirements for characteristics related to requirements for on-track tests specified in EN 14363.
Who is BS EN 16235 - Conditions for dispensation of freight wagons for?
BS EN 16235 on conditions for dispensation of freight wagons is useful for:
- Manufacturers of freight wagons
- Test centres
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 16235 - Conditions for dispensation of freight wagons?
Freight wagons of goods carriages or freight carriages are unpowered railway vehicles that are used for the transportation of cargo.
BS EN 16235 guideline assists you with the acceptance process to achieve a standardised running gear status on test requirements, range of running gear parameters for dispensation from on-track tests, description of the interface between running gear and vehicle body, and range of vehicle body parameters for dispensation from on-track tests for acceptance of running characteristics conditions for dispensation of freight wagons.
BS EN 16235 also guides on established running gear, wagons with a single axle running gear, double-link suspension, running gear of the family Y25, articulated wagons equipped with three 2-axle bogies Y25, wagons equipped with 3-axle bogies, 3-axle bogie with link suspension, and more on acceptance of running characteristics and conditions for dispensation of freight wagons.
With obedience and compliance to BS EN 16235, you can properly assess running characteristics and conditions for dispensation of freight wagons to standardise the performance of freight wagons when on track.