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28 September 2011

Agreement

Concerning the adoption of uniform technical prescriptions for wheeled

vehicles, equipment and parts which can be fitted and/or be used on
wheeled vehicles and the conditions for reciprocal recognition of
approvals granted on the basis of these prescriptions*

(Revision 2, including the amendments which entered into force on 16 October 1995)
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Addendum 104: Regulation No. 105

Revision 2

Incorporating all valid text up to:

05 series of amendments - Date of entry into force: 23 June 2011

Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles intended for the

carriage of dangerous goods with regard to their specific construction
features
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UNITED NATIONS

* Former title of the Agreement: Agreement Concerning the Adoption of Uniform Conditions of
Approval and Reciprocal Recognition of Approval for Motor Vehicle Equipment and Parts, done at
Geneva on 20 March 1958.

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Regulation No. 105

Uniform provisions concerning the approval of vehicles

intended for the carriage of dangerous goods with regard to
their specific construction features
Contents
Page
1. Scope ................................................................................................................................................. 4
2. Definitions........................................................................................................................................ 4
3. Application for approval .................................................................................................................. 4
4. Approval ......................................................................................................................................... 4
5. Technical provisions ........................................................................................................................ 5
6. Modification of the vehicle type and extension of approval ........................................................... 12
7. Conformity of production................................................................................................................. 13
8. Penalties for non-conformity of production .................................................................................... 13
9. Production definitely discontinued .................................................................................................. 13
10. Transitional provisions..................................................................................................................... 13
11. Names and addresses of Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests,
and of Type Approval Authorities.................................................................................................... 14
Annexes
1 Communication concerning the approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval
or production definitely discontinued of a vehicle type with regard to specific constructional
features for the transport of dangerous goods ................................................................................. 15
2 Arrangements of approval marks .................................................................................................... 17

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1. Scope
The provisions of this Regulation apply to the construction of base vehicles
of motor vehicles of category N and their trailers of category O1 intended for
the transport of dangerous goods and which are subject to section 9.1.2. of
Annex B to the European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of
Dangerous Goods by Road (ADR).

2. Definitions
For the purpose of this Regulation:
2.1. "Base vehicle" (hereinafter referred to as "vehicle") means a chassis-cab
vehicle, a tractor for semi-trailer, a trailer-chassis or a trailer with a self-
supporting body intended for the transport of dangerous goods;
2.2. "Vehicle type" means vehicles which do not differ essentially with regard to
the constructional features specified in this Regulation.

3. Application for approval

3.1. The application for approval of a vehicle type with regard to its specific
constructional features shall be submitted by the vehicle manufacturer or by
his duly accredited representative.
3.2. The application for approval shall be accompanied by the undermentioned
documents in triplicate and by the following particulars:
3.2.1. A detailed description of the vehicle type with respect to its relevant
structure, engine (compression-ignition, positive-ignition), dimensions,
configuration and constituent materials;
3.2.2. Vehicle designation, according to paragraph 9.1.1.2. of the ADR (EX/II,
EX/III, AT, FL, OX, MEMU);
3.2.3. Drawings of the vehicle;
3.2.4. The maximum technical mass (kg) of the complete vehicle.
3.3. A vehicle representative of the type to be approved shall be submitted to the
technical service responsible for conducting the approval tests.

4. Approval
4.1. If the vehicle submitted for approval pursuant to this Regulation meets the
provisions of paragraph 5. below, approval of that vehicle type shall be
granted.

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As defined in the Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3.),
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4.2. An approval number shall be assigned to each type approved. Its first two
digits (at present 05 for the Regulation as amended by the 05 series of
amendments) shall indicate the series of amendment incorporating the most
recent major technical amendments made to the provisions at the time of
issue of the approval. The same Contracting Party may not assign the same
number to another vehicle type within the meaning of paragraph 2.2. above.
4.3. Notice of approval or of extension of approval of a vehicle type pursuant to
this Regulation shall be communicated to the Contracting Parties by means of
a form conforming to the model reproduced in Annex 1 to this Regulation.
4.4. There shall be affixed, conspicuously and in a readily accessible place
specified on the approval form, to every vehicle conforming to a vehicle type
approved under this Regulation an international approval mark consisting of:
4.4.1. A circle surrounding the letter "E" followed by the distinguishing number of
the country which has granted the approval2.
4.4.2. The number of this Regulation, followed by the letter "R", a dash and the
approval number to the right of the circle prescribed in paragraph 4.4.1., and
4.4.3. an additional symbol separated from the approval number and consisting of
the symbol identifying the vehicle designation in accordance with
paragraph 9.1.1.2. of the ADR. In the case of MEMU vehicles, the
identifying symbol may be "EX/III".
4.5. If the vehicle conforms to a vehicle type approved under one or more other
Regulations annexed to this Agreement, in the country which has granted
approval under this Regulation, the symbol prescribed in paragraph 4.4.1.
need not be repeated; in this case the Regulation and approval numbers and
the additional symbols of all the Regulations under which approval has been
granted in the country which has granted approval under this Regulation shall
be placed in vertical columns to the right of the symbol prescribed in
paragraph 4.4.1.
4.6. The approval mark shall be clearly legible and be indelible.
4.7. The approval mark shall be placed close to or on the vehicle data plate
affixed by the manufacturer.
4.8. Annex 2 to this Regulation gives an example of the approval mark.

5. Technical provisions
5.1. Vehicles shall, depending on the vehicle designation, comply with the
following provisions as assigned in the table below3
For the purpose of this Regulation, MEMU vehicles shall comply with the
requirements applicable to EX/III vehicles.

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The distinguish numbers of the Contracting Parties to the 1958 Agreement are reproduced in Annex 3
to Consolidated Resolution on the Construction of Vehicles (R.E.3), document
ECE/TRANS/WP.29/78/Rev.2.
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In this Regulation, references to other Regulations shall be deemed to refer also to any other
international rules that apply the same technical requirements as the respective Regulation.
References to specific sections of the respective Regulations shall be interpreted accordingly.

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Vehicles approved as being in compliance with the requirements applicable

to EX/III under this Regulation, as amended by the 05 series of amendments,
shall be deemed to comply with the requirements applicable to MEMU
vehicles.

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Vehicle designation (according to chapter 9.1 of

Annex b to ADR)

Technical specifications EX/II EX/III AT FL OX

5.1.1. Electrical equipment
5.1.1.2. Wiring X X X X
5.1.1.3. Battery master switch

5.1.1.3.1. X X
5.1.1.3.2. X X
5.1.1.3.3. X
5.1.1.3.4. X X
5.1.1.4. Batteries X X X
5.1.1.5. Permanently energized circuits
5.1.1.5.1. X
5.1.1.5.2. X
5.1.1.6. Electrical installation at the rear
X X
of the cab

5.1.2. Prevention of fire risks

5.1.2.2. Vehicle cab X

5.1.2.3. Fuel tanks X X X X
5.1.2.4. Engine X X X X
5.1.2.5. Exhaust system X X X
5.1.2.6. Vehicle endurance braking X X X X
5.1.2.7. Combustion heaters

5.1.2.7.1. X X X X X
5.1.3. Braking equipment X X X X X
5.1.3.1. X X X X
5.1.3.2. X
5.1.4 Speed limitation device X X X X X
5.1.5. Coupling devices for trailers X X

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5.1.1. Electrical equipment

5.1.1.1. General provisions
The electrical installation as a whole shall meet the following provisions, in
accordance with the table of paragraph 5.1.
5.1.1.2. Wiring
5.1.1.2.1. The size of conductors shall be large enough to avoid overheating.
Conductors shall be adequately insulated. All circuits shall be protected by
fuses or automatic circuit breakers, except for the following:
(a) From the battery to the cold start and stopping systems of the engine.
(b) From the battery to the alternator.
(c) From the alternator to the fuse or circuit breaker box.
(d) From the battery to the starter motor.
(e) From the battery to the power control housing of the endurance
braking system, if this system is electrical or electromagnetic.
(f) From the battery to the electrical lifting mechanism for lifting the
bogie axle.
The above unprotected circuits shall be as short as possible.
5.1.1.2.2. Cables shall be securely fastened and positioned in such a way that the
conductors are adequately protected against mechanical and thermal stresses.
5.1.1.3. Battery master switch
5.1.1.3.1. A switch for breaking the electrical circuits shall be placed as close to the
battery as practicable. If a single pole switch is used it shall be placed in the
supply lead and not in the earth lead.
5.1.1.3.2. A control device to facilitate the disconnecting and the reconnecting
functions of the switch shall be installed in the driver’s cab. It shall be readily
accessible to the driver and distinctively marked. It shall be protected against
inadvertent operation by either adding a protective cover, by using a dual
movement control device, or by other suitable means. Additional control
devices may be installed provided they are distinctively marked and protected
against inadvertent operation. If the control device(s) are electrically
operated, the circuits of the control device(s) are subject to the requirements
of paragraph 5.1.1.5.
5.1.1.3.3. The switch shall have a casing with protection degree IP65 in accordance
with IEC Standard 529.
5.1.1.3.4. The cable connections on the battery master switch shall have a protection
degree IP54. However, this does not apply if these connections are contained
in a housing which may be the battery box. In this case it is sufficient to
insulate the connections against short circuits, for example with a rubber cap.
5.1.1.4. Batteries
The battery terminals shall be electrically insulated or covered by the
insulating battery box cover. If the batteries are not located under the engine
bonnet, they shall be fitted in a vented box.

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5.1.1.5. Permanently energized circuits

5.1.1.5.1. Those parts of the electrical installation, including the leads which shall
remain energized when the battery master-switch is open, shall be suitable for
use in hazardous areas. Such equipment shall meet the appropriate
requirements of EC 60079 4, parts 0 and 14 and the additional requirements
applicable of EC arts 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 11, 15 or 185.
For the application of IEC 60079 part 145, the following classification shall
be used:
Permanently energized electrical equipment including the leads that are not
subject to paragraphs 5.1.1.3. and 5.1.1.4. shall meet the requirements for
zone 1 for electrical equipment in general or meet the requirements for
zone 2 for electrical equipment situated in the driver’s cab. The requirements
for explosion group IIC, temperature class T6, shall be met.
The supply leads for permanently energized equipment shall either comply
with the provisions of IEC 60079, part 7 ("Increased safety") and be
protected by a fuse or automatic circuit breaker placed as close to the source
of power as practicable or, in the case of "intrinsically safe equipment", they
shall be protected by a safety barrier placed as close to the source of power as
practicable.
5.1.1.5.2. Bypass connections to the battery master switch for electrical equipment
which must remain energized when the battery master switch is open shall be
protected against overheating by suitable means, such as a fuse, a circuit
breaker or a safety barrier (current limiter).
5.1.1.6. Provisions concerning that part of the electrical installation situated to the
rear of the driver’s cab.
The whole installation shall be so designed, constructed and protected such
that it cannot provoke any ignition or short-circuit under normal conditions of
use of vehicles and that these risks can be minimized in the event of an
impact or deformation. In particular:
5.1.1.6.1. Wiring
The wiring located to the rear of the driver’s cab shall be protected against
impact, abrasion and chafing during normal vehicle operation. Examples of
appropriate protection are given in the Figures 1, 2, 3 and 4 below. However,
the sensor cables of anti-lock braking devices do not need additional
protection.

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The requirements of IEC 60079 part 14 do not take precedence over the requirements of this Regulation.
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As an alternative, the general requirements of EN 50014 and the additional requirements
of EN 50015, 50016, 50017, 50018, 50019, 50020, 50021 or 50028 may be used.

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5.1.1.6.2. Lighting
Lamp bulbs with a screw cap shall not be used.
5.1.1.6.3. Electrical connections
Electrical connections between motor vehicles and trailers shall have a
protection degree IP54 in accordance with IEC standard 529 and be designed
to prevent accidental disconnection. Connections shall be in conformity with
ISO 12098:2004 and ISO 7638:2003, as appropriate.
5.1.2. Prevention of fire risks
5.1.2.1. General provisions
The following technical provisions shall apply in accordance with the table of
paragraph 5.1.
5.1.2.2. Vehicle cab
Unless the driver’s cab is made of materials which are not readily flammable,
a shield made of metal or other suitable material of the same width as the
tank shall be fitted at the rear of the cab. Any windows in the rear of the cab
or in the shield shall be hermetically closed and made of fire resistant safety
glass with fire resistant frames. Furthermore, there shall be a clear space of
not less than 15 cm between the tank and the cab or the shield.
5.1.2.3. Fuel tanks
The fuel tanks for supplying the engine of the vehicle shall meet the
following requirements:
5.1.2.3.1. In the event of any leakage, the fuel shall drain to the ground without coming
into contact with hot parts of the vehicle or with a closure enabling the
opening to be kept hermetically sealed.
5.1.2.3.2. Fuel tanks containing petrol shall be equipped with an effective flame trap at
the filler opening or with a closure with which the opening can be kept
hermetically sealed.
5.1.2.4. Engine
The engine propelling the vehicle shall be so equipped and situated to avoid
any danger to the load through heating or ignition. In the case of EX/II,
EX/III and MEMU vehicles, the engine shall be of compression-ignition
construction.
5.1.2.5. Exhaust system
The exhaust system (including the exhaust pipes) shall be so directed or
protected to avoid any danger to the load through heating or ignition. Parts of
the exhaust system situated directly below the fuel tank (diesel) shall have a
clearance of at least 100 mm or be protected by a thermal shield.
The exhaust system of EX/II, EX/III and MEMU vehicles shall be so
constructed and situated that any excess heat shall not constitute a hazard to
the load by raising the temperature on the inner surface of the load
compartment above 80 ºC 6.

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5.1.2.6. Vehicle endurance braking

Vehicles equipped with endurance braking systems emitting high
temperatures placed behind the rear wall of the driver’s cab shall be equipped
with a thermal shield securely fixed and located between this system and the
tank or load so as to avoid any heating, even local, of the tank shell or the
load.
In addition, the thermal shield shall protect the braking system against any
outflow or leakage, even accidental, of the load. For instance, a protection
including a twin-shell shield shall be considered satisfactory.
5.1.2.7. Combustion Heaters
5.1.2.7.1. Combustion heaters shall comply with the relevant technical requirements of
Regulation No. 122, including those of Annex 9.
5.1.3. Braking equipment
5.1.3.1. EX/III, AT, FL, OX and MEMU vehicles shall fulfil all relevant
requirements of Regulation No. 13, including those of Annex 5.
5.1.3.2. EX/II vehicles shall fulfil all relevant requirements of Regulation No. 13.
Nevertheless, the requirements of Annex 5 are not applicable.
5.1.4. Speed limitation device
Power driven vehicles of categories N2 and N3 shall be equipped with a speed
limitation device according to the technical requirements of
Regulation No. 89. The device shall be set in such a way that the speed
cannot exceed 90 km/h, bearing in mind the technological tolerance of the
device.
5.1.5. Coupling devices for trailer
Coupling devices for trailers shall comply with the technical requirements of
Regulation No. 55.

6. Modification of the vehicle type and extension of

approval
6.1. Every modification of the vehicle type shall be notified to the Type Approval
Authority which approved the vehicle type. The department may then either:
6.1.1. Consider that the modifications made are unlikely to have an appreciable
adverse effect and that in any case the vehicle still complies with the
requirements, or
6.1.2. Require a further test report from the technical service responsible for
conducting the tests.
6.2. Confirmation or refusal of approval, specifying the alteration, shall be
communicated by the procedure specified in paragraph 4.3. to the
Contracting Parties.
6.3. The Competent Authority issuing an extension of approval shall assign a
series number to each communication form drawn up for such an extension
and inform thereof the other Parties by means of a communication form
conforming to the model in Annex 1 to this Regulation.

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7. Conformity of production
The conformity of production procedures shall comply with those set out in
the Agreement, Appendix 2 (E/ECE/324-E/ECE/TRANS/505/Rev.2), with
the following requirements:
7.1. Vehicles approved to this Regulation shall be so manufactured as to conform
to the type approved by meeting the requirements set forth in paragraph 5.
above.
7.2. The Competent Authority which has granted type-approval may at any time
verify the conformity control methods applicable to each production facility.
The normal frequency of these verifications shall be once per two years.

8. Penalties for non-conformity of production

8.1. The approval granted in respect of a vehicle type pursuant to this Regulation
may be withdrawn if the requirement laid down in paragraph 7. above is not
complied with.
8.2. If a Contracting Party to the Agreement applying this Regulation withdraws
an approval it has previously granted, it shall forthwith notify the other
Contracting Parties applying this Regulation, by means of a communication
form conforming to the model in Annex 1 to this Regulation.

9. Production definitely discontinued

If the holder of the approval completely ceases to manufacture a type of
vehicle under this Regulation, he shall so inform the authority which granted
the approval. Upon receiving the relevant communication, that authority shall
inform thereof the other Parties to the 1958 Agreement applying this
Regulation by means of a communication form conforming to the model in
Annex 1 to this Regulation.

10. Transitional provisions

10.1. As from the official date of entry into force of the 05 series of amendments,
no Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse to grant ECE
approval under this Regulation as amended by the 05 series of amendments.
10.2. As from 1 April 2012, Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall
grant ECE approvals only if the vehicle type to be approved meets the
requirements of this Regulation as amended by the 05 series of amendments.
10.3. Contracting Parties applying this Regulation shall continue to grant approvals
and extensions of such approvals to those types of vehicle which comply with
the requirements of this Regulation, as amended by the preceding series of
amendments until 31 March 2012.
10.4. No Contracting Party applying this Regulation shall refuse national or
regional type approval of a vehicle type approved to the 05 series of
amendments to this Regulation.

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11. Names and addresses of Technical Services

conducting approval tests, and Type Approval
Authorities
The Contracting Parties to the Agreement applying this Regulation shall
communicate to the secretariat of the United Nations the names and
addresses of the Technical Services responsible for conducting approval tests
and of the Type Approval Authorities which grant approval and to which
forms certifying approval or extension or refusal or withdrawal of approval,
issued in other countries, are to be sent.

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Annex 1

Annex 1

Communication
(maximum format: A4 (210 x 297 mm))

issued by: Name of administration:

......................................
......................................
......................................
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concerning2: APPROVAL GRANTED

APPROVAL EXTENDED
APPROVAL REFUSED
APPROVAL WITHDRAWN
PRODUCTION DEFINITELY DISCONTINUED

of a vehicle type with regard to specific constructional features for the transport of
dangerous goods.

Approval No.: .......... Extension No.: ..........

1. Trade name or mark of the vehicle: ..................................................................................

2. Vehicle category: N1, N2, N3, O1, O2, O3 or O4: ...............................................................
(chassis-cab, tractor for semi-trailer, trailer-chassis, trailer with
a self-supporting body2
3. Vehicle type: .....................................................................................................................
4. Vehicle designation (EX/II, EX/III, FL, OX, AT, MEMU):.............................................
5. Manufacturer’s name and address:....................................................................................
6. If applicable, name and address of manufacturer’s representative:...................................
7. Mass of the vehicle: ..........................................................................................................
7.1. Technical maximum mass of complete vehicle: ...............................................................
8. Specific equipment of the vehicle:....................................................................................
8.1. The vehicle is/is not2 equipped with specific electrical devices.
Summary description: ......................................................................................................
8.2. The vehicle is/is not2 equipped with devices for the prevention of fire risks.
Summary description: ......................................................................................................

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Distinguishing number of the country which has granted/extended/refused or withdrawn approval.
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Strike out what does not apply.

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8.3. In the case of a motor vehicle: .........................................................................................

8.3.1. Type of engine: positive-ignition, compression-ignition2. ...............................................
9. Vehicle submitted for approval on:...................................................................................
10. Technical service responsible for carrying out approval inspections: ..............................
11. Date of report issued by that service: ...............................................................................
12. Number of report issued by that service: .........................................................................
13. Approval granted/refused/extended/withdrawn2. .............................................................
14. Position of approval mark on the vehicle: ........................................................................
15. Place: ................................................................................................................................
16. Date: .................................................................................................................................
17. Signature: .........................................................................................................................

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Annex 2

Arrangements of approval marks

Model A
(see paragraph 4.4. of this Regulation)

052492

a = 8 mm min.

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned,
intended for the transport of dangerous goods, has been approved in the Netherlands (E4),
pursuant to Regulation No. 105, under the approval number 052492 and designated EX/II
(according to paragraph 9.1.1.2 of Annex B to the ADR). The first two digits of the
approval number indicate that the approval was granted in accordance with the
requirements of Regulation No. 105 as amended by the 05 series of amendments.

Model B
(see paragraph 4.5. of this Regulation)

105 EX/II 022492

052492
11 1628
a = 8 mm min.

The above approval mark affixed to a vehicle shows that the vehicle type concerned
has been approved in the Netherlands (E4) pursuant to Regulations Nos. 105 and 131. The
first two digits of the approval numbers indicate that, at the dates when respective
approvals were granted, Regulation No. 105, as amended by the 05 series of amendments,
while Regulation No. 13 already included the 11 series of amendments.

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