1 Scope
This document defines the process to determine the conditions under which
dispensation from on-track testing according to EN 14363:2016+A2:2022 can be given to freight
wagons. In its application this document specifies the means by which
dispensation from on-track tests is possible.
This document is subordinate to EN 14363:2016+A2:2022.
The dispensation conditions described in this document apply to all freight
wagons and non-powered special vehicles with operating conditions of freight
trains, which are operated on the heavy rail network with standard gauge
(1 435 mm).
NOTE 1 The various rail-inclinations used in Europe (1:20, 1:40 and 1:30) are
covered by the conditions for dispensation.
This document is not limited to any type of freight vehicle; however, freight
wagons with defined parameters and equipped with certain running gear types,
which have been previously accepted, are considered to have a continuing
dispensation from on-track testing. The parameters of these freight wagons and
running gear are detailed within this document.
NOTE 2 The test procedures described in this document (and in EN 14363:2016+A2:2022) can be applied also
to applications with other track gauges e.g. 1 524 mm or 1 668 mm. The limit
values could be different. If established running gear are
existing in such restricted networks the related ranges of running gear and
vehicle parameters for dispensation from on-track tests might be specified
together with the operational parameters (speed, cant deficiency, maximum
axle load) based on previous tests and operating experiences. These limit
values and parameters will be specified on national level.
This document only contains requirements for characteristics related to
requirements for on-track tests specified in EN 14363:2016+A2:2022.