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FINALIZED DRAFT
AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY STANDARD
EVALUATION OF TYRES WITH

REGARD TO ROLLING SOUND
EMISSIONS AND/OR TO
ADHESION ON WET SURFACES
AND/OR TO ROLLING
RESISTANCE
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INTRODUCTION
The Government of India felt the need for a permanent agency to expedite the
publication of standards and development of test facilities in parallel when the work
on the preparation of the standards is going on, as the development of improved
safety critical parts can be undertaken only after the publication of the standard and
commissioning of test facilities. To this end, the erstwhile Ministry of Surface
Transport (MOST) has constituted a permanent Automotive Industry Standards
Committee (AISC) vide order No. RT-11028/11/97-MVL dated September 15, 1997.
The standards prepared by AISC will be approved by the permanent CMVR
Technical Standing Committee (CTSC). After approval, the Automotive Research
Association of India, (ARAI), Pune, being the Secretariat of the AIS Committee, has
published this standard. For better dissemination of this information ARAI may
publish this standard on their web site.
Based on the discussions in the 52nd meeting of AISC it was agreed to form a new
AIS standard in line with UN R 117. AIS 142 is prepared in line with Revision 4 of
UN R 117. The standard was approved in the 58th meeting of AISC.
The AISC panel and the Automotive Industry Standards Committee (AISC)
responsible for preparation of this standard are given in Annex G and Annex H
respectively.
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EVALUATION OF TYRES WITH REGARD TO ROLLING SOUND

EMISSIONS AND/OR TO ADHESION ON WET SURFACES AND/OR TO
ROLLING RESISTANCE
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No. (to be
inserted at
finalization)
1. Scope
2. References
3. Definitions
4. Markings
5. Criterion For Type Approval / Type Test
6. Requirements
7. Conformity Of Production
8. ANNEX - A
Coast-by test method for measuring tyre-rolling sound
emission
9. ANNEX - B
Specifications for the test site
10. ANNEX - C
Testing Procedure For Measuring Wet Grip
11. ANNEX - D
Test procedure for measuring rolling resistance
12. ANNEX - E
Procedures for snow performance testing relative to
snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions
13. ANNEX - F
Information To Be Submitted For Type Approval Of
Tyres
14. Annex - G
Panel Composition
15. Annex - H
AISC Committee
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Evaluation of Tyres With Regard to Rolling Sound Emissions and/or to Adhesion on Wet
Surfaces and/or to Rolling Resistance
1.0 SCOPE
1.1 This Standard applies to new pneumatic tyres of Classes C1, C2 and C3 with regard
to their sound emissions, rolling resistance and to adhesion performance on wet
surfaces (wet adhesion). It does not, however, apply to:
1.1.1 Tyres designed as "Temporary use spare tyres" and marked "Temporary use only";
1.1.2 Tyres having a nominal rim diameter code ≤ 10 (or ≤ 254 mm) or ≥ 25 (or ≥ 635
mm);
1.1.3 Tyres designed for competitions;
1.1.4. Tyres intended to be fitted to road vehicles of categories other than M, N and T;
1.1.5. Tyres fitted with additional devices to improve traction properties (e.g. studded
tyres);
1.1.6. Tyres with a speed rating less than 80 km/h (speed symbol F);
1.1.7. Professional off-road tyres.
2.0 REFERENCE
UN R 117
3.0 DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this Standard, in addition to the definitions contained in IS: 15633
and IS: 15636, the following definitions apply.
3.1 "Type of tyre" means, in relation to this Standard, a range of tyres consisting of a
list of tyre size designations, brand names and trade descriptions, which do not
differ in such essential characteristics as:
(a) The manufacturer's name;
(b) The tyre class (see paragraph 3.4. below);
(c) The tyre structure;
(d) The category of use: normal tyre, snow tyre and special use tyre;
(e) For Class C1 tyres:
(i) In case of tyres submitted for approval of rolling sound emission levels,
whether normal or reinforced (or extra load);
(ii) In case of tyres submitted for approval of performance adhesion on wet
surfaces, whether normal tyres or snow tyres with a speed category of
Q or below excluding H (≤ 160 km/h) or speed category R and above
including H (> 160 km/h);
(f) For Classes C2 and C3 tyres:
(i) In case of tyres submitted for approval of rolling sound emission levels
at stage 1, whether M+S marked or not;
(ii) In case of tyres submitted for approval of rolling sound emission levels
at stage 2, whether traction tyre or not;
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(g) The tread pattern.

3.2. "Brand name" or "Trade description" means the identification of the tyre as given
by the tyre manufacturer. The brand name may be the same as that of the
manufacturer and the Trade description may coincide with the trade mark.
3.3. "Rolling sound emission" means the sound emitted from the contact between the
tyres in motion and the road surface.
3.4. "Tyre class" means one of the following groupings:
3.4.1. Class C1 tyres: Tyres conforming to Standard IS 15633;
3.4.2. Class C2 tyres: Tyres conforming to Standard IS 15636 and identified by a load
capacity index in single formation lower or equal to 121 and a speed category
symbol higher or equal to "N" and/or tyres marked with LT/C;
3.4.3. Class C3 tyres: Tyres conforming to Standard IS 15636 and identified by:
(a) A load capacity index in single formation higher or equal to 122 and /or tyres
not marked with LT/C; or
(b) A load capacity index in single formation lower or equal to 121 and a speed
category symbol lower or equal to "M".
3.5 "Representative tyre size" means the tyre size which is submitted to the test
described in Annex A to this Standard with regard to rolling sound emissions, or
Annex C for adhesion on wet surfaces or Annex D for rolling resistance to assess
the conformity for the type approval of the type of tyre, or Annex E for use in severe
snow conditions.
3.6. "Temporary-use spare tyre" means a tyre different from a tyre intended to be fitted
to any vehicle for normal driving conditions; but intended only for temporary use
under restricted driving conditions.
3.7. "Tyres designed for competition" means tyres intended to be fitted to vehicles
involved in motor sport competition and not intended for non-competitive on-road
use.
3.8. "Normal tyre" means a tyre intended for normal on-road use.
3.9. "Reinforced tyre" or "extra load tyre" of Class C1 means a pneumatic-tyre structure
designed to carry more load at a higher inflation pressure than the load carried by
the corresponding standard version tyre at the standard inflation pressure as
specified in ISO 4000-1:2010.
3.10. "Traction tyre" means a tyre in class C2 or C3 bearing the inscription TRACTION
and intended to be fitted primarily to the drive axle(s) of a vehicle to maximize
force transmission in various circumstances.
3.11. "Snow tyre" means a tyre whose tread pattern, tread compound or structure is
primarily designed to achieve in snow conditions a performance better than that of
a normal tyre with regard to its ability to initiate or maintain vehicle motion.
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3.11.1. "Snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions" means a snow tyre whose tread
pattern, tread compound or structure is specifically designed to be used in severe
snow conditions and that fulfils the requirements of paragraph 6.4. of this Standard.
3.12. "Special use tyre" means a tyre intended for mixed use both on- and off-road or for
other special duty. These tyres are primarily designed to initiate and maintain the
vehicle in motion in off-road conditions
3.13. "Professional off-road tyre" is a special use tyre primarily used for service in severe
off-road conditions
3.14. "Tread depth" means the depth of the principal grooves.
3.14.1. "Principal grooves" means the wide circumferential grooves positioned in the
central zone of the tyre tread, which, in the case of passenger and light truck
(commercial) tyres, have the treadwear indicators located in the base.
3.15. "Void to fill ratio" means the ratio between the area of voids in a reference surface
and the area of this reference surface calculated from the mould drawing.
3.16. "Standard reference test tyre" (SRTT) means a tyre that is produced, controlled and
stored in accordance with the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials)
standards:
(a) E1136-93 (2003) for the size P195/75R14

(b) F2872 (2011) for the size 225/75 R 16 C
(c) F2871 (2011) for the size 245/70 R 19.5
(d) F2870 (2011) for the size 315/70 R 22.5
3.17. Wet Grip or Snow Grip measurements – Specific definitions

3.17.1. "Adhesion on wet surfaces" means the relative braking performance, on a wet
surface, of a test vehicle equipped with the candidate tyre in comparison to that of
the same test vehicle equipped with a reference tyre (SRTT).
3.17.2. "Candidate tyre" means a tyre, representative of the type that is submitted for
approval in accordance with this Standard.
3.17.3. "Control tyre" means a normal production tyre that is used to establish the wet grip
or snow grip performance of tyre sizes unable to be fitted to the same vehicle as the
standard reference test tyre – see paragraph 4.1.7. of Annex C and paragraph 3.4.3.
of Annex E to this Standard.
3.17.4. "Wet grip index ("G")" means the ratio between the performance of the candidate
tyre and the performance of the standard reference test tyre.
3.17.5. "Snow grip index ("SG")" means the ratio between the performance of the candidate
tyre and the performance of the standard reference test tyre.
3.17.6. "Peak brake force coefficient ("pbfc")" means the maximum value of the ratio of
braking force to vertical load on the tyre prior to wheel lock-up.
3.17.7. "Mean fully developed deceleration ("mfdd")" means the average deceleration
calculated on the basis of the measured distance recorded when decelerating a
vehicle between two specified speeds.
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3.17.8. "Coupling (hitch) height" means the height when measured perpendicularly from
the centre of the articulation point of the trailer towing coupling or hitch to the
ground, when the towing vehicle and trailer are coupled together. The vehicle and
trailer shall be standing on level pavement surface in its test mode complete with
the appropriate tyre(s) to be used in the particular test.
3.18. Rolling resistance measurement - Specific definitions
3.18.1. Rolling resistance Fr
Loss of energy (or energy consumed) per unit of distance travelled.
3.18.2. Rolling resistance coefficient Cr
Ratio of the rolling resistance to the load on the tyre.
3.18.3. New test tyre
A tyre which has not been previously used in a rolling deflected test that raises its
temperature above that generated in rolling resistance tests, and which has not
previously been exposed to a temperature above 40 °C. ,
3.18.4. Laboratory control tyre
Tyre used by an individual laboratory to control machine behaviour as a function
of time.
3.18.5. Capped inflation
Process of inflating the tyre and allowing the inflation pressure to build up, as the
tyre is warmed up while running.
3.18.6. Parasitic loss
Loss of energy (or energy consumed) per unit distance excluding internal tyre
losses, attributable to aerodynamic loss of the different rotating elements of the test
equipment, bearing friction and other sources of systematic loss which may be
inherent in the measurement.
3.18.7. Skim test reading

Type of parasitic loss measurement, in which the tyre is kept rolling without
slippage, while reducing the tyre load to a level at which energy loss within the tyre
itself is virtually zero.
3.18.8. Inertia or moment of inertia.
Ratio of the torque applied to a rotating body to the rotational acceleration of this
body.
3.18.9. Measurement reproducibility σm
Capability of a machine to measure rolling resistance.
4.0 Markings
4.1 All tyres constituting the type of tyre shall be marked as prescribed by either
Standard IS 15633 or IS 15636, as applicable.
4.2 In particular tyres shall bear
4.2.1 The manufacturer's name or trade mark;
4.2.2 The trade description (see paragraph 3.2. of this Standard). However, the
trade description is not required when it coincides with the trade mark;
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4.2.3 The tyre size designation;
4.2.4 The inscription "REINFORCED" (or alternatively "EXTRA LOAD") if the

tyre is classified as reinforced;
4.2.5 The inscription "TRACTION" if the tyre is classified as "traction tyre";
4.2.6 The "Alpine" symbol ("3-peak-mountain with snowflake" conforming to the

symbol described in Annex E, Appendix 1) shall be added if the snow tyre is
classified as "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions".
4.2.7 The inscription "MPT" (or alternatively "ML" or "ET") and /or "POR" if the tyre is
classified in the category of use "special".
ET means Extra Tread, ML stands for Mining and Logging, MPT means Multi-
Purpose Truck and POR means Professional Off-Road.
4.3 Tyres shall provide adequate space for the approval mark.
4.4 The approval mark shall be moulded into or onto the sidewall of the tyre, shall be
clearly legible and shall be located in the lower area of the tyre on atleast one of the
sidewalls.
4.4.1 However, in the case of tyres identified by the tyre to rim fitment configuration
symbol "A", the marking may be located anywhere on the outside sidewall of the
tyre.
5.0 CRITERION FOR TYPE APPROVAL / TYPE TEST
5.1 Tyres(s) shall meet the test requirements tested as per requirements given in Annex
A to this Standard with regard to rolling sound emissions, or Annex C for adhesion
on wet surfaces or Annex D for rolling resistance to assess the conformity for the
type approval of the type of tyre, or Annex E for use in severe snow conditions.
5.2 Type Approval Procedure.
5.2.1 Application for type approval to be submitted by the manufacturer.
5.2.2 The application for type approval shall contain at least the technical information as
specified in Annex F.
Note - For type approval of tyre belonging to one family of tyre, brand of the tyre
to be selected for type approval shall be left to certifying authority. Worst case
selection shall be made at the discretion of the certifying authority based on the
criteria specified in 8.0.
5.2.3 Changes in the technical specifications of already type approved tyres.
5.2.3.1 Every functional modification in technical specification declared in accordance
with 5.2.1 shall be intimated to the certifying authority.
5.2.3.2 The certifying authority may then consider, whether:
a) Tyre with modification complies with specified requirements, or
b) Any further verification is required
For considering whether any further verification is required or not (criteria for
extension of type approval) specified in 5.2.5 shall be used.
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5.2.3.3 In case of 5.2.3.2 (b), checks for those parameters which are affected by the
modifications, only need to be carried out.
5.2.4 In the event of 5.2.3.2 (a) or in the case of 5.2.3.2 (b) after successful compliance
to the requirements, a certificate of compliance shall be validated for the modified
version, as applicable.
5.2.5 Criteria for extension of Type approval
5.2.5.1 In case the changes cause the tyre to be outside the approved family / range of tyres,
the verification shall be carried out for establishing compliance of the changed
parameters to the requirements specified in this standard.
6.0 Requirements
6.1 Rolling sound emission limits, as measured by the method described in Annex A to
this Standard.
6.1.1 For Class C1 tyres, the rolling sound emission value shall not exceed the values
pertinent to the applicable stage given below. These values refer to the nominal
section width as given below:
Stage 1
Nominal section width Limit dB(A)
145 and lower 72

Over 145 up to 165 73
Over 165 up to 185 74
Over 185 up to 215 75
Over 215 76
The above limits shall be increased by 1 dB(A) for extra load tyres or reinforced tyres and by
2 dB(A) for "special use tyres".
Stage 2
Nominal section width Limit dB(A)
185 and lower 70

Over 185 up to 245 71
Over 245 up to 275 72
Over 275 74
The above limits shall be increased by 1 dB(A) for "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions" ,
extra load tyres or reinforced tyres, or any combination of these classifications.
6.1.2 For Class C2 tyres, the rolling sound emission value with reference to its category
of use (see paragraph 3.1., subparagraph (d) above) shall not exceed the values
pertinent to the applicable stage given below:
Stage 1
Category of use Limit dB(A)
Normal tyre 75
Snow tyre 77
Special use tyre 78
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Stage 2
Other Traction tyres
Normal tyre 72 73
Snow tyre 72 73
Snow tyre for use in 73 75
severe snow
conditions
Special use 74 75
tyre
6.1.3 For Class C3 tyres, the rolling sound emission value with reference to its category
of use (see paragraph 3.1., subparagraph (d) above) shall not exceed the values
pertinent to the applicable stage given below:
Stage 1
Normal tyre 76
Snow tyre 78
Special use tyre 79
Stage 2
Other Traction tyres
Normal tyre 73 75
Snow tyre 73 75
Snow tyre for use in 74 76
severe snow
conditions
Special use 75 77
tyre
6.2. The wet grip performance will be based on a procedure that compares either peak
brake force coefficient ("pbfc") or mean fully developed deceleration ("mfdd")
against values achieved by a standard reference test tyre (SRTT). The relative
performance shall be indicated by a wet grip index (G).
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6.2.1 For Class C1 tyres, tested in accordance with either procedure given in Annex C,
Part (A) to this Standard, the tyre shall meet the following requirements:
Wet grip index
Category of use (G)
Normal tyre ≥ 1.1
Snow tyre ≥ 1.1
"Snow tyre for use in severe snow ≥ 1.0
conditions" and with a speed symbol
("R" and above, including "H")
indicating a maximum permissible
speed greater than 160 km/h
"Snow tyre for use in severe snow ≥ 0.9
conditions" and with a speed symbol
("Q" or below excluding "H")
indicating a maximum permissible
speed not greater than 160 km/h
Special use tyre Not defined
6.2.2. For Class C2 tyres, tested in accordance with either procedure given in Annex C,
Part (B), to this Standard, the tyre shall meet the following requirements:
Wet grip index (G)

Category of use Other Traction
tyres
Normal tyre ≥ 0.95 ≥ 0.85

Snow tyre ≥ 0.95 ≥ 0.85
Snow tyre for use in ≥ 0.85 ≥ 0.85
severe snow conditions
Special use tyre ≥ 0.85 ≥ 0.85
6.2.3. For Class C3 tyres, tested in accordance with either procedure given in Annex C,
Part (B), to this Regulation, the tyre shall meet the following requirements:
Wet grip index (G)

Category of use Other Traction
tyres
Normal tyre ≥ 0.80 ≥ 0.65

Snow tyre ≥ 0.65 ≥ 0.65
Snow tyre for use in ≥ 0.65 ≥ 0.65
severe snow conditions
Special use tyre ≥ 0.65 ≥ 0.65
6.3. Rolling resistance coefficient limits, as measured by the method described in Annex
D to this Standard.
6.3.1 The maximum values for stage 1 for the rolling resistance coefficient shall not
exceed the following (value in N/kN is equivalent to value in kg/tonne):
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Tyre class Max value (N/kN)
C1 13.5 (for Radial tyres < 14 inch)

12.0 (for Radial tyres ≥ 14 inch)
C2 12.0 (for Radial tyres ≤ 14 inch)
11.5 (for Radial tyres > 14 inch)
13.5 (for BIAS tyres ≤ 14 inch)
13.0 (for BIAS tyres > 14 inch)
C3 8.5 (for Radial tyres)
10.0 (for BIAS tyres)
For "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions", the limits
shall be increased by 1 N/kN.
C1 12 (for tyres < 14 inch)
10.5 (for tyres ≥ 14 inch)
C2 11.0 (for Radial tyres ≤ 14 inch)
10.5 (for Radial tyres > 14 inch)
12.5 (for BIAS tyres ≤ 14 inch)
12.0 (for BIAS tyres > 14 inch)
C3 7.0 (for Radial tyres)
9.5 (for BIAS tyres)
For "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions”, the limits
C1 10.5
For "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions”, the limits
6.4 In order to be classified as a "snow tyre for use in severe snow conditions" the tyre
shall meet the performance requirements of paragraph 6.4.1. below. The tyre shall
meet these requirements based on a test method of Annex E by which:
(a) The mean fully developed deceleration ("mfdd") in a braking test,
(b) Or alternatively an average traction force in a traction test,
(c) Or alternatively the average acceleration in an acceleration test of the candidate
tyre is compared to that of a standard reference tyre.
The relative performance shall be indicated by a snow index.
6.4.1 Tyre snow performance requirements
6.4.1.1 Classes C1, C2 and C3 tyres
The minimum snow index value, as calculated in the procedure described in Annex
E and compared with the SRTT shall be as follows:
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Class Snow grip index Snow grip index Snow grip index
of tyre (brake on snow method) (a) (spin traction method) (b) (acceleration method) (c)
Ref. = Ref. = Ref. = Ref. = C3N – SRTT 19.5

C1 – SRTT 14 C2 – SRTT 16C C1 – SRTT 14 Ref. = C3W – SRTT 22.5
C1 1.07 No 1.10 No
C2 No 1.02 1.10 No
C3 No No No 1.25
(a) See paragraph 3. of Annex E to this Standard (b)See paragraph 2. of Annex E to this Standard
(c)
See paragraph 4. of Annex E to this Standard
6.5 In order to be classified as a "traction tyre", a tyre is required to meet at least one of
the conditions of paragraph 6.5.1. below.
6.5.1 The tyre shall have a tread pattern with minimum two circumferential ribs, each
containing a minimum of 30 block-like elements, separated by grooves and/or sipe
elements the depth of which has to be minimum of one half of the tread depth. The
use of an alternative option of a physical test will only apply at a later stage following
a further amendment to the Standard including a reference to an appropriate test
methods and limit values.
6.6 In order to be classified as a "special use tyre" a tyre shall have a block tread pattern
in which the blocks are larger and more widely spaced than for normal tyres and
have the following characteristics:
For C1 tyres: a tread depth ≥ 11 mm and void to fill ratio ≥ 35 per cent
6.7 In order to be classified as a "professional off-road tyre", a tyre shall have all of the
following characteristics:
(a) For C1 and C2 tyres:
(i) A tread depth ≥ 11 mm;
(ii) A void-to-fill ratio ≥ 35 per cent;
(iii) A maximum speed rating of ≤ Q.
(b) For C3 tyres:
(i) A tread depth ≥ 16 mm;
(ii) A void-to-fill ratio ≥ 35 per cent;
(iii) A maximum speed rating of ≤ K.
7.0 CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION
7.1 Periodic testing and approval based on worst case criteria specified in 8.0 of each
type of tyre as per the approved family of tyres shall be carried out. The approval
marking shall be made only on the tyres of that approved family and the same shall
not get extended to other families of tyres, unless tyres from out of that have
undergone the same testing and type approval for that family of tyre.
7.2 The tyres approved under this standard shall be so manufactured as to conform to
requirements set forth in in Annex A to this Standard with regard to rolling sound
emissions, or Annex C for adhesion on wet surfaces or Annex D for rolling
resistance or Annex E for use in severe snow conditions.
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7.3 The production and quality assurance system shall meet all the requirements laid out
by the certifying authority.
7.4 Production shall be deemed to conform to the requirements of this Standard if the
levels measured comply with the limits prescribed in paragraph 6.1. of this
Regulation, with an additional allowance of +1 dB(A) for possible mass production
variations.
7.5 Production shall be deemed to conform to the requirements of this Standard if the
levels measured comply with the limits prescribed in paragraph 6.3. of this
Regulation, with an additional allowance of +0.3 N/kN for possible mass production
variations.
8.0 WORST CASE CRITERIA (WCC)
8.1 General Conditions
Worst case reference is allowed for tyres of the same tyre range. Within the tyre
range the following type essentials must be identical if WC-reference is applied:
 Manufacturer,
 Category of use,
 Structure,
8.2 WCC for rolling sound emission
8.2.1. The largest nominal section width.
In case of tyres with same nominal section width select the lowest aspect ratio.
In case of tyres with same nominal section width and aspect ratio select the largest
rim diameter.
8.3. WCC for wet grip
8.3.1. Among tyres with the same tread pattern, tyres with the smallest nominal width, the
highest nominal aspect ratio and smallest rim diameter give the worst wet grip
performances.
8.3.2. Any tyre size that meets ten percent (10%) or more above the minimum required
wet grip value can represent the whole tyre size range of the tread pattern type.
If the tested tyre meets the minimum required value but not the full extra ten percent
or more above the required value, extra tests must be performed with two contrary
WC-tyres :
(a) The tyre with the following characteristics:

- The smallest nominal section width.
In case of tyres with same nominal section width, select the highest aspect
ratio.
In case of tyres with same nominal section width and aspect ratio, select
the smallest rim diameter.
(b) The tyre with the following characteristics:

- The largest nominal section width.
In case of tyres with the same nominal section width, select the smallest
aspect ratio.
In case of tyres with the same nominal section width and aspect ratio,
select the largest rim diameter.
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The tyre size list of tyres not meeting the extra 10% is determined by the two most
contrary WC-tyres (a and b), which meet the minimum wet grip requirement.
If one or both WC-tyres (a and b) do not meet the minimum wet grip requirement,
the next WC tyre(s) in line must be selected until the tyre is (are) rated that meet
the minimum wet grip requirement.
8.4. WCC for rolling resistance

8.4.1. The standard tyre with the lowest load index.
Standard tyres prove worse rolling resistance coefficient results versus reinforced
tyres. Select the standard tyre in the case of tyres with the same load index but
differing in standard and reinforced indication.
Run flat tyres prove worse rolling resistance coefficient results versus standard tyres.
Select the Run flat version in case of tyres with the same load index in both standard
as in run flat version.
If another tyre is tested other than the worst case tyre, a relativized limit value must
be calculated and met.
To verify if a lower load index (LI-lowest) meets the requirements of the regulation,
the limit value for the tested tyre ( LI-candidate ) is calculated by the formula:
Calculated limit value = (RRC-limit value R117 - 0.3# N/Kn) – 0.06* x (LI-
candidate – LI-lowest)
# the limit value of the regulation will be increased by a safety margin of 0.3N/kN
* the slope of rolling resistance coefficient versus load index is fixed on 0.06.
The tyres with a lower load index can be added to the tyre size list if the RRC value
of the tested candidate tyre is equal or less than the calculated limit value.
 The calculation must be presented in the information document or test report of

the application package.
 Verification calculation.
To be able to make a verification calculation on the rolling resistance coefficient
the following information must be presented in the rolling resistance test report:
Force method:
- Lm-skim : applied skim load (see 4.6.1. of Annex D)
- rl–skim : distance from tyre axis to test drum outer surface at skim load
- Ft-skim : spindle Force at skim load
- Ft-test load : spindle Force at test load
Torque method:
- Lm-skim : applied skim load (see 4.6.1. of Annex D)
- Tt-skim : Torque at skim load
- Tt-test load : Torque at test load
8.5. Snow Tyres
8.5.1. For C1 and C2 category tyres
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The tyre with the largest nominal section width.

Any tyre size that meets the required value of the regulation plus the extra safety
margin (or more) can represent the whole tyre size range.
If the additional safety margin value is not met, extra tests with the defined WC-tyre
must be preformed. If the minimum required value of the regulation is met by the
WC-tyre, the tyre range can be represented by this tyre.
8.5.2. For C3 category tyres
The tyre with the smallest nominal section width.
Any tyre size that meets the required value of the regulation plus the extra safety
margin (or more), then it can represent the tyre range.
If the additional safety margin value is not met, extra tests with the defined WC-tyre
must be preformed. If the minimum required value of the regulation is met, the tyre
range can be represented by this tyre.
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ANNEX - A
(See 3.5 )
COAST-BY TEST METHOD FOR MEASURING TYRE-ROLLING SOUND EMISSION
0.0 Introduction
The presented method contains specifications on measuring instruments,

measurement conditions and the measurement method, in order to obtain the sound
level of a set of tyres mounted on a test vehicle rolling on a specified road surface.
The maximum sound pressure level is to be recorded, when the test vehicle is
coasting, by remote-field microphones; the final result for a reference speed is
obtained from a linear regression analysis. Such test results cannot be related to
tyre rolling sound measured during acceleration under power or deceleration under
braking.
1. Measuring instruments
1.1 Acoustic measurements
The sound level meter or the equivalent measuring system, including the
windscreen recommended by the manufacturer shall meet or exceed the
requirements of Type 1 instruments in accordance with IEC 60651:1979/A1:1993,
second edition.
The measurements shall be made using the frequency weighting A, and the time
weighting F.
When using a system that includes a periodic monitoring of the A-weighted sound
level, a reading should be made at a time interval not greater than 30 ms.
1.1.1 Calibration
At the beginning and at the end of every measurement session, the entire
measurement system shall be checked by means of a sound calibrator that fulfils
the requirements for sound calibrators of at least precision Class 1 according to
IEC 60942:1988. Without any further adjustment the difference between the
readings of two consecutive checks shall be less than or equal to 0.5 dB (A). If this
value is exceeded, the results of the measurements obtained after the previous
satisfactory check shall be discarded.
1.1.2 Compliance with requirements
The compliance of the sound calibration device with the requirements of IEC
60942:1988 shall be verified once a year and the compliance of the instrumentation
system with the requirements of IEC 60651:1979/A1:1993, second edition shall be
verified at least every two years, by a laboratory which is authorized to perform
calibrations traceable to the appropriate standards.
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1.1.3 Positioning of the microphone
The microphone (or microphones) shall be located at a distance of 7.5 ± 0.05 m

from track reference line CC' (Figure 1) and 1.2 ± 0.02 m above the ground. Its
axis of maximum sensitivity shall be horizontal and perpendicular to the path of
the vehicle (line CC').
1.2 Speed measurements
The vehicle speed shall be measured with instruments with accuracy of ±1 km/h or
better when the front end of the vehicle has reached line PP’ (Figure 1).
1.3 Temperature measurements
Measurements of air as well as test surface temperature are mandatory.

The temperature measuring devices shall be accurate within ± 1 °C.
1.3.1 Air temperature
The temperature sensor is to be positioned in an unobstructed location close to the

microphone in such a way that it is exposed to the airflow and protected from direct
solar radiation. The latter may be achieved by any shading screen or similar device.
The sensor should be positioned at a height of 1.2 ± 0.1 m above the test surface
level, to minimize the influence of the test surface thermal radiation at low
airflows.
1.3.2 Test surface temperature
The temperature sensor is to be positioned in a location where the temperature

measured is representative of the temperature in the wheel tracks, without
interfering with the sound measurement.
If an instrument with a contact temperature sensor is used, heat-conductive paste
shall be applied between the surface and the sensor to ensure adequate thermal
contact.
If a radiation thermometer (pyrometer) is used, the height should be chosen to
ensure that a measuring spot with a diameter of ≥ 0.1 m is covered.
1.4 Wind measurement
The device shall be capable of measuring the wind speed with a tolerance of ± 1
m/s. The wind shall be measured at microphone height. The wind direction with
reference to the driving direction shall be recorded.
2.0 Conditions of measurement
2.1 Test site
The test site shall consist of a central section surrounded by a substantially flat test
area. The measuring section shall be level; the test surface shall be dry and clean
for all measurements. The test surface shall not be artificially cooled during or prior
the testing.
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The test track shall be such that the conditions of a free sound field between the
sound source and the microphone are attained to within 1 dB (A). These conditions
shall be deemed to be met if there is no large sound reflecting objects, such as
fences, rocks, bridges or building within 50 m of the centre of the measuring
section. The surface of the test track and the dimensions of the test site shall be in
accordance with ISO 10844:2014.
A central part of at least 10 m radius shall be free of powdery snow, tall grass,
loose soil, cinders or the like. There shall be no obstacle, which could affect the
sound field within the vicinity of the microphone and no persons shall stand
between the microphone and the sound source. The operator carrying out the
measurements and any observers attending the measurements shall position
themselves so as not to affect the readings of the measuring instruments.
2.2 Meteorological conditions
Measurements shall not be made under poor atmospheric conditions. It shall be

ensured that the results are not affected by gusts of wind. Testing shall not be
performed if the wind speed at the microphone height exceeds 5 m/s.
Measurements shall not be made if the air temperature is below 5 °C or above 40

°C or the test surface temperature is below 5 °C or above 50 °C.
2.3 Ambient noise
2.3.1 The background sound level (including any wind noise) shall be at least 10 dB (A)
less than the measured tyre rolling sound emission. A suitable windscreen may be
fitted to the microphone provided that account is taken of its effect on the
sensitivity and directional characteristics of the microphone.
2.3.2 Any measurement affected by a sound peak which appears to be unrelated to the
characteristics of the general sound level of tyres, shall be ignored.
2.4 Test vehicle requirements
2.4.1 General
The test vehicle shall be a motor vehicle and be fitted with four single tyres on just
two axles.
2.4.2 Vehicle load
The vehicle shall be loaded such as to comply with the test tyre loads as specified
in paragraph 2.5.2. below.
2.4.3 Wheelbase
The wheelbase between the two axles fitted with the test tyres shall for Class C1
be less than 3.50 m and for Class C2 and Class C3 tyres be less than 5 m.
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2.4.4 Measures to minimize vehicle influence on sound level measurements
To ensure that tyre rolling sound is not significantly affected by the test vehicle
design the following requirements and recommendations are given.
2.4.4.1 Requirements:
(a) Spray suppression flaps or other extra device to suppress spray shall not be
fitted;
(b) Addition or retention of elements in the immediate vicinity of the rims and
tyres, which may screen the emitted sound, is not permitted;
(c) Wheel alignment (toe in, camber and caster) shall be in full accordance
with the vehicle manufacturer's recommendations;
(d) Additional sound absorbing material may not be mounted in the wheel
housings or under the underbody;
(e) Suspension shall be in such a condition that it does not result in an
abnormal reduction in ground clearance when the vehicle is loaded in
accordance with the testing requirement. If available, body level Standard
systems shall be adjusted to give a ground clearance during testing which
is normal for unladen condition.
2.4.4.2 Recommendations to avoid parasitic noise:

(a) Removal or modification on the vehicle that may contribute to the
background noise of the vehicle is recommended. Any removals or
modifications shall be recorded in the test report;
(b) During testing it should be ascertained that brakes are not poorly released,
causing brake noise;
(c) It should be ascertained that electric cooling fans are not operating;
(d) Windows and sliding roof of the vehicle shall be closed during testing.
2.5 Tyres
2.5.1 General
Four identical tyres shall be fitted on the test vehicle. In the case of tyres with a
load capacity index in excess of 121 and without any dual fitting indication, two
of these tyres of the same type and range shall be fitted to the rear axle of the test
vehicle; the front axle shall be fitted with tyres of size suitable for the axle load and
planed down to the minimum depth in order to minimize the influence of tyre/road
contact noise while maintaining a sufficient level of safety. Winter tyres that may
be equipped with studs intended to enhance friction shall be tested without this
equipment. Tyres with special fitting requirements shall be tested in accordance
with these requirements (e.g. rotation direction). The tyres shall have full tread
depth before being run-in.
Tyres are to be tested on rims permitted by the tyre manufacturer.
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2.5.2 Tyre loads

The test load Qt for each tyre on the test vehicle shall be 50 to 90 per cent of the
reference load Qr, but the average test load Qt,avr of all tyres shall be 75 ± 5 per
cent of the reference load Qr.
For all tyres the reference load Qr corresponds to the maximum mass associated
with the load capacity index of the tyre. In the case where the load capacity index
is constituted by two numbers divided by slash (/), reference shall be made to the
first number.
2.5.3 Tyre inflation pressure
Each tyre fitted on the test vehicle shall have a test pressure Pt not higher than the
reference pressure Pr and within the interval:
1.25 1.25
Q  Q 
Pr   t   Pt  1.1 Pr   t 
 Qr   Qr 
For Class C2 and Class C3 the reference pressure Pr is the pressure corresponding
to the pressure in kPa or to the pressure index marked on the sidewall.
For Class C1 the reference pressure is Pr = 250 kPa for "standard" tyres
and 290 kPa for "reinforced" or "extra load" tyres; the minimum test pressure shall
be Pt = 150 kPa.
2.5.4 Preparations prior to testing
The tyres shall be "run-in" prior to testing to remove compound nodules or other
tyre pattern characteristics resulting from the moulding process. This will normally
require the equivalent of about 100 km of normal use on the road.
The tyres fitted to the test vehicle shall rotate in the same direction as when they
were run-in.
Prior to testing tyres shall be warmed up by running under test conditions.
3.0 Method of testing
3.1 General conditions
For all measurements the vehicle shall be driven in a straight line over the
measuring section (AA' to BB') in such a way that the median longitudinal plane
of the vehicle is as close as possible to the line CC'.
When the front end of the test vehicle has reached the line AA' the vehicle driver
shall have put the gear selector on neutral position and switched off the engine. If
abnormal noise (e.g. ventilator, self-ignition) is emitted by the test vehicle during
the measurement, the test shall be disregarded.
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3.2 Nature and number of measurements

The maximum sound level expressed in A-weighted decibels (dB(A)) shall be
measured to the first decimal place as the vehicle is coasting between lines AA'
and BB' (Figure 1 - front end of the vehicle on line AA', rear end of the vehicle on
line BB'). This value will constitute the result of the measurement.
At least four measurements shall be made on each side of the test vehicle at test
speeds lower than the reference speed specified in paragraph 4.1. below and at
least four measurements at test speeds higher than the reference speed. The speeds
shall be approximately equally spaced over the speed range specified in paragraph
3.3. below.
3.3 Test speed range
The test vehicle speeds shall be within the range:
(a) From 70 to 90 km/h for Class C1 and Class C2 tyres;
(b) From 60 to 80 km/h for Class C3 tyres.
4.0 Interpretation of results
The measurement shall be invalid if an abnormal discrepancy between the values
is recorded (see paragraph 2.3.2. of this annex).
4.1 Determination of test result
Reference speed Vref used to determine the final result will be:
(a) 80 km/h for Class C1 and Class C2 tyres;
(b) 70 km/h for Class C3 tyres.
4.2 Regression analysis of rolling sound measurements

The tyre-road rolling sound level LR in dB(A) is determined by a regression
analysis according to:
LR  L  a 
Where:
L is the mean value of the rolling sound levels Li, measured
in db (A):
n
1
L   Li
n i 1
n is the measurement number (n ≥ 16),
 is the mean value of logarithms of speeds Vi:

n
1
   i with i  lg( Vi / Vref )
n i 1
a is the slope of the regression line in dB(A):

n
( i  )(Li  L)
a  i1
n
(
i1
i  )2
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4.3 Temperature correction

For Class C1 and Class C2 tyres, the final result shall be normalized to a test
surface reference temperature ref by applying a temperature correction,
according to the following:
LR(ref) = LR() + K(ref - )
Where:
 = the measured test surface temperature,
ref = 20 °C,
For Class C1 tyres, the coefficient K is: -0.03 db(A)/°C, when  > ref
and -0.06 dB(A)/°C when  < ref.
For Class C2 tyres, the coefficient K is -0.02 dB(A)/°C
If the measured test surface temperature does not change more than 5 °C within all
measurements necessary for the determination of the sound level of one set of tyres,
the temperature correction may be made only on the final reported tyre rolling sound
level as indicated above, utilizing the arithmetic mean value of the measured
temperatures. Otherwise each measured sound level Li shall be corrected, utilizing
the temperature at the time of the sound recording.
There will be no temperature correction for Class C3 tyres.
4.4 In order to take account of any measuring instrument inaccuracies, the results
according to paragraph 4.3. above shall be reduced by 1 dB(A).
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4.5 The final result, the temperature corrected tyre rolling sound level LR(ref) in
dB(A), shall be rounded down to the nearest lower whole value.
Figure 1
Microphone positions for the measurement
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ANNEX- A
Appendix -1
Part 1 - Report
1. Test Agency: ...
2. Name and address of applicant:
3. Test report No.:
4. Manufacturer and Brand Name or Trade description:
5. Tyre Class (C1, C2 or C3):
6. Category of use:
7. Sound level according to paragraphs 4.4. and 4.5. of Annex A:
......................... dB(A)
......................... at reference speed of 70/80 km/h1
8. Comments (if any):
9. Date:
10. Signature:
Part 2 - Test data
1. Date of test:
2. Test vehicle (Make, model, year, modifications, etc.):
2.1 Test vehicle wheelbase:………………………………………………..mm
3. Location of test track:
3.1 Date of track certification to ISO 10844:2014:
3.2 Issued by:
3.3 Method of certification:
4. Tyre test details:
4.1 Tyre size designation:
4.2 Tyre service description:
4.3 Reference inflation pressure: …………………………………………… kPa
4.4 Test data:
Front left Front right Rear left Rear right
Test mass (kg)

Tyre load index (%)
Inflation pressure
(cold) (kPa)
4.5 Test rim width code:
4.6 Temperature measurement sensor type:
1Strike out what does not apply.

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5. Valid test results:
Sound level Sound level Sound level Sound level

Test left1 right1 Air Track left1 right1
Run speed Direction measured measured temp. temp. temp. corrected temp. corrected
o o
No. km/h of run dB(A) dB(A) C C dB(A) dB(A) Comments
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
1 Relative to the vehicle.
5.1 Regression line slope:

5.2 Sound level after temperature correction according to paragraph 4.3. of Annex A:
......................... dB(A)
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ANNEX - B
(See 2.1 of Annex - A )
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE TEST SITE
1. Introduction
This annex describes the specifications relating to the physical characteristics and the
laying of the test track. These specifications based on a special standard describe the
required physical characteristics as well as the test methods for these characteristics.
2. Required characteristics of the surface
A surface is considered to conform to this standard provided that the texture and
voids content or sound absorption coefficient have been measured and found to fulfil
all the requirements of paragraphs 2.1. to 2.4. below and provided that the design
requirements (paragraph 3.2. below) have been met.
2.1 Residual voids content
The residual voids content (VC) of the test track paving mixture shall not exceed 8
per cent. For the measurement procedure, see paragraph 4.1. of this annex.
2.2 Sound absorption coefficient
If the surface fails to comply with the residual voids content requirement, the surface
is acceptable only if its sound absorption coefficient α ≤ 0.10. For the measurement
procedure, see paragraph 4.2. below The requirements of paragraph 2.1. above are met
also if only sound absorption has been measured and found to be α ≤ 0.10.
Note:The most relevant characteristic is the sound absorption, although the residual
voids content is more familiar among road constructors. However, sound absorption
needs to be measured only if the surface fails to comply with the voids requirement.
This is motivated because the latter is connected with relatively large uncertainties in
terms of both measurements and relevance and some surfaces therefore erroneously
may be rejected when based only on the voids measurement.
2.3 Texture depth
The texture depth (TD) measured according to the volumetric method (see paragraph
4.3. below) shall be: TD ≥ 0.4 mm
2.4 Homogeneity of the surface
Every practical effort shall be taken to ensure that the surface is made to be as
homogeneous as possible within the test area. This includes the texture and voids
content, but it should also be observed that if the rolling process results in more
effective rolling at some places than others, the texture may be different and
unevenness causing bumps may also occur.
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2.5 Period of testing

In order to check whether the surface continues to conform to the texture and voids
content or sound absorption requirements stipulated in this standard, periodic testing
of the surface shall be done at the following intervals:
(a) For residual voids content (VC) or sound absorption (α):
When the surface is new:
If the surface meets the requirements when new, no further periodical testing is
required. If it does not meet the requirement when it is new, it may do so later because
surfaces tend to become clogged and compacted with time;
(b)For texture depth (TD):

When the surface is new:
When the noise testing starts (Note: Not before four weeks after laying);
Then every twelve months.
3. Test surface design
3.1 Area
When designing the test track layout it is important to ensure that, as a minimum
requirement, the area traversed by the vehicles running through the test strip is
covered with the specified test material with suitable margins for safe and practical
driving. This will require that the width of the track is at least 3 m and the length of
the track extends beyond lines AA and BB by at least 10 m at either end. Figure 1
shows a plan of a suitable test site and indicates the minimum area which shall be
machine laid and machine compacted with the specified test surface material.
According to Annex A, paragraph 3.2., measurements have to be made on each side
of the vehicle. This can be made either by measuring with two microphone locations
(one on each side of the track) and driving in one direction, or measuring with a
microphone only on one side of the track but driving the vehicle in two directions. If
the latter method is used, then there are no surface requirements on that side of the
track where there is no microphone.
Figure 1
Minimum requirements for test surface area. The shaded part is called "Test Area"
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3.2 Design and preparation of the surface

3.2.1 Basic design requirements
The test surface shall meet four design requirements:
3.2.1.1 It shall be a dense asphaltic concrete.
3.2.1.2 The maximum chipping size shall be 8 mm (tolerances allow from 6.3 mm to 10 mm).
3.2.1.3 The thickness of the wearing course shall be ≥ 30 mm.
3.2.1.4 The binder shall be a straight penetration grade bitumen without modification.
3.2.2 Design guidelines

As a guide to the surface constructor, an aggregate grading curve which will give
desired characteristics is shown in Figure 2. In addition, Table 1 gives some
guidelines in order to obtain the desired texture and durability. The grading curve fits
the following formula:
P (% passing) = 100 · (d/dmax) 1/2
Where:
d = square mesh sieve size, in mm
dmax = 8 mm for the mean curve
= 10 mm for the lower tolerance curve
= 6.3 mm for the upper tolerance curve
Figure 2
Grading curve of the aggregate in the asphaltic mix with tolerances
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In addition to the above, the following recommendations are given:

(a) The sand fraction (0.063 mm < square mesh sieve size < 2 mm) shall include
no more than 55 per cent natural sand and at least 45 per cent crushed sand;
(b) The base and sub-base shall ensure a good stability and evenness, according to
best road construction practice;
(c) The chippings shall be crushed (100 per cent crushed faces) and of a material
with a high resistance to crushing;
(d) The chippings used in the mix shall be washed;
(e) No extra chippings shall be added onto the surface;
(f) The binder hardness expressed as PEN value shall be 40 - 60, 60 - 80 or even
80 - 100 depending on the climatic conditions of the country. The rule is that
as hard a binder as possible shall be used, provided this is consistent with
common practice;
(g) The temperature of the mix before rolling shall be chosen so as to achieve by
subsequent rolling the required voids content. In order to increase the
probability of satisfying the specifications of paragraphs 2.1. to 2.4. above, the
compactness shall be studied not only by an appropriate choice of mixing
temperature, but also by an appropriate number of passings and by the choice
of compacting vehicle.
Table 1
Design guidelines
Target values
By total mass By mass of the
of mix aggregate Tolerances
Mass of stones,
square mesh sieve (SM) > 2 mm 47.6 % 50.5 % ±5 %
Mass of sand 0.063 < SM < 2 mm 38.0 % 40.2 % ±5 %
Mass of filler SM < 0.063 mm 8.8 % 9.3 % ±5 %
Mass of binder (bitumen) 5.8 % N.A. ±0.5 %
Max. chipping size 8 mm 6.3 - 10 mm
Binder hardness (see paragraph 3.2.2. (f))
Polished stone value (PSV) > 50
Compactness, relative to Marshall 98 %
Compactness
4. Test method
4.1 Measurement of the residual voids content
For the purpose of this measurement, cores have to be taken from the track in at least
four different positions, which are equally distributed in the test area between lines
AA and BB (see Figure 1). In order to avoid in homogeneity and unevenness in the
wheel tracks, cores should not be taken in wheel tracks themselves, but close to them.
Two cores (minimum) should be taken close to the wheel tracks and one core
(minimum) should be taken approximately midway between the wheel tracks and each
microphone location.
If there is a suspicion that the condition of homogeneity is not met (see paragraph 2.4.
above), cores shall be taken from more locations within the test area.
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The residual voids content has to be determined for each core, then the average value
from all cores shall be calculated and compared with the requirement of paragraph 2.1.
of this annex. In addition, no single core shall have a voids value, which is higher than
10 per cent.
The test surface constructor is reminded of the problem, which may arise when the test
area is heated by pipes or electrical wires and cores shall be taken from this area. Such
installations shall be carefully planned with respect to future core drilling locations. It
is recommended to leave a few locations of size approximately 200 mm x 300 mm
where there are no wires/pipes or where the latter are located deep enough in order not
to be damaged by cores taken from the surface layer.
4.2 Sound absorption coefficient
The sound absorption coefficient (normal incidence) shall be measured by the
impedance tube method using the procedure specified in ISO 10534-1:1996 or ISO
10534-2:1998.
Regarding test specimens, the same requirements shall be followed as regarding the
residual voids content (see paragraph 4.1. above). The sound absorption shall be
measured in the range between 400 Hz and 800 Hz and in the range between 800 Hz
and 1,600 Hz (at least at the centre frequencies of third octave bands) and the
maximum values shall be identified for both of these frequency ranges. Then these
values, for all test cores, shall be averaged to constitute the final result.
4.3 Volumetric macro-texture measurement
For the purpose of this standard, texture depth measurements shall be made on at
least 10 positions evenly spaced along the wheel tracks of the test strip and the
average value taken to compare with the specified minimum texture depth. See
Standard ISO 10844:2014 for description of the procedure.
5. Stability in time and maintenance
5.1 Age influence
In common with any other surfaces, it is expected that the tyre rolling sound level
measured on the test surface may increase slightly during the first 6-12 months after
construction.
The surface will achieve its required characteristics not earlier than four weeks after
construction. The influence of age on the noise from trucks is generally less than that
from cars.
The stability over time is determined mainly by the polishing and compaction by
vehicles driving on the surface. It shall be periodically checked as stated in paragraph
2.5. above.
5.2 Maintenance of the surface
Loose debris or dust, which could significantly reduce the effective texture depth shall
be removed from the surface. In countries with winter climates, salt is sometimes used
for de-icing. Salt may alter the surface temporarily or even permanently in such a way
as to increase noise and is therefore not recommended.
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5.3 Repaving the test area
If it is necessary to repave the test track, it is usually unnecessary to repave more than
the test strip (of 3 m width in Figure 1) where vehicles are driving, provided the test
area outside the strip met the requirement of residual voids content or sound
absorption when it was measured.
6. Documentation of the test surface and of tests performed on it
6.1 Documentation of the test surface

The following data shall be given in a document describing the test surface:
6.1.1 The location of the test track;
6.1.2 Type of binder, binder hardness, type of aggregate, maximum theoretical density of
the concrete (DR), thickness of the wearing course and grading curve determined
from cores from the test track;
6.1.3 Method of compaction (e.g. type of roller, roller mass, number of passes);
6.1.4 Temperature of the mix, temperature of the ambient air and wind speed during laying
of the surface;
6.1.5 Date when the surface was laid and contractor;
6.1.6 All or at least the latest test result, including:
6.1.6.1 The residual voids content of each core;
6.1.6.2 The locations in the test area from where the cores for voids measurements have been
taken;
6.1.6.3 The sound absorption coefficient of each core (if measured). Specify the results both
for each core and each frequency range as well as the overall average;
6.1.6.4 The locations in the test area from where the cores for absorption measurement have
been taken;
6.1.6.5 Texture depth, including the number of tests and standard deviation;
6.1.6.6 The institution responsible for tests according to paragraphs 6.1.6.1. and 6.1.6.2.
above and the type of equipment used;
6.1.6.7 Date of the test(s) and date when the cores were taken from the test track.
6.2 Documentation of vehicle noise tests conducted on the surface
In the document describing the vehicle noise test(s) it shall be stated whether all the
requirements of this standard were fulfilled or not. Reference shall be given to a
document according to paragraph 6.1. above describing the results which verify this.
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ANNEX - C
(See 3.5 )
TESTING PROCEDURE FOR MEASURING WET GRIP
(A) - C1 category tyres
1 Reference standards
The following documents listed apply.

1.1 ASTM E 303-93 (Reapproved 2008), Standard Test Method for Measuring Surface
Frictional Properties Using the British Pendulum Tester.
1.2. ASTM E 501-08, Standard Specification for Standard Rib Tire for Pavement Skid-
Resistance Tests.
1.3 ASTM E 965-96 (Reapproved 2006), Standard Test Method for Measuring
Pavement Macrotexture Depth Using a Volumetric Technique.
1.4. ASTM E 1136-93 (Reapproved 2003), Standard Specification for a Radial
Standard Reference Test Tire P195/75R14.
1.5. ASTM F 2493-08, Standard Specification for a Radial Standard Reference Test
Tire P225/60R16.
2. Definitions
For the purposes of testing wet grip of C1 tyres:
2.1. "Test run" means a single pass of a loaded tyre over a given test track surface.
2.2. "Test tyre(s)" means a candidate tyre, a reference tyre or a control tyre or tyre set
that is used in a test run.
2.3. "Candidate tyre(s) (T)" means a tyre or a tyre set that is tested for the purpose of
calculating its wet grip index.
2.4. "Reference tyre(s) (R)" means a tyre or a tyre set that has the characteristics
indicated in the ASTM F 2493-08 and referred to as the Standard Reference Test
Tyre.
2.5. "Control tyre(s) (C)" means an intermediate tyre or a set of intermediate tyres
which is used when the candidate tyre and the reference tyre cannot be directly
compared on the same vehicle.
2.6. "Braking force of a tyre" means the longitudinal force, expressed in newton,
resulting from braking torque application.
2.7. "Braking force coefficient of a tyre (BFC)" means the ratio of the braking force to
the vertical load.
2.8 "Peak braking force coefficient of a tyre" means the maximum value of a tyre
braking force coefficient that occurs prior to wheel lockup as the braking torque is
progressively increased.
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2.9. "Lockup of a wheel" means the condition of a wheel in which its rotational velocity
about the wheel spin axis is zero and it is prevented from rotating in the presence
of applied wheel torque.
2.10. "Vertical load" means the load in newton imposed on the tyre perpendicular to the
road surface.
2.11. "Tyre test vehicle" means a dedicated special purpose vehicle which has
instruments to measure the vertical and the longitudinal forces on one test tyre
during braking.
2.12. "SRTT14" means the ASTM E 1136-93 (Reapproved 2003), Standard
Specification for a Radial Standard Reference Test Tire P195/75R14.
2.13. "SRTT16" means the ASTM F 2493-08, Standard Specification for a Radial
Standard Reference Test Tire P225/60R16.
3. General test conditions

3.1. Track characteristics
The test track shall have the following characteristics:
3.1.1. The surface shall have a dense asphalt surface with a uniform gradient of not more
than 2 per cent and shall not deviate more than 6 mm when tested with a 3 m
straight edge.
3.1.2. The surface shall have a pavement of uniform age, composition, and wear. The test
surface shall be free of loose material and foreign deposits.
3.1.3. The maximum chipping size shall be 10 mm (tolerances permitted from 8 mm to
13 mm).
3.1.4. The texture depth as measured by a sand patch shall be 0.7 ± 0.3 mm. It shall be
measured in accordance with ASTM E 965-96 (Reapproved 2006).
3.1.5. The wetted frictional properties of the surface shall be measured with either method
(a) or (b) in paragraph 3.2.
3.2. Methods to measure the wetted frictional properties of the surface
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3.2.1 British Pendulum Number (BPN) method (a)

The British Pendulum Number method shall be as defined in ASTM E 303-93
(Reapproved in 2008).
Pad rubber component formulation and physical properties shall be as specified in
ASTM E 501-08.
The averaged British Pendulum Number (BPN) shall be between 42 and 60 BPN
after temperature correction as follows.
BPN shall be corrected by the wetted road surface temperature. Unless temperature
correction recommendations are indicated by the British pendulum manufacturer,
the following formula is used:
BPN = BPN(measured value) + temperature correction
Temperature correction = -0.0018 t 2 + 0.34 t - 6.1
Where t is the wetted road surface temperature in degrees Celsius.
Effects of slider pad wear: the pad shall be removed for maximum wear when the
wear on the striking edge of the slider reaches 3.2 mm in the plane of the slider or
1.6 mm vertical to it in accordance with paragraph 5.2.2. and Figure 3 of ASTM E
303-93 (Reapproved 2008).
For the purpose of checking track surface BPN consistency for the measurement
of wet grip on an instrumented passenger car: the BPN values of the test track
should not vary over the entire stopping distance so as to decrease the dispersion
of test results. The wetted frictional properties of the surface shall be measured five
times at each point of the BPN measurement every 10 meters and the coefficient
of variation of the averaged BPN shall not exceed 10 per cent.
3.2.2. ASTM E 1136 Standard Reference Test Tyre method (b)
By derogation with paragraph 2.4. above, this method uses the reference tyre that
has the characteristics indicated in the ASTM E 1136-93 (Reapproved 2003) and
referred to as SRTT14.
The average peak braking force coefficient (µpeak,ave) of the SRTT14 shall be 0.7 ±
0.1 at 65 km/h.
The average peak braking force coefficient (µpeak,ave) of the SRTT14 shall be
corrected for the wetted road surface temperature as follows:
Peak braking force coefficient (µpeak,ave) = peak braking force coefficient

(measured) + temperature correction
Temperature correction = 0.0035 x (t - 20)
Where t is the wetted road surface temperature in degrees Celsius.
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3.3. Atmospheric conditions
The wind conditions shall not interfere with wetting of the surface (wind-shields
are allowed).
Both the wetted surface temperature and the ambient temperature shall be between
2 °C and 20 °C for snow tyres and 5 °C and 35 °C for normal tyres.
The wetted surface temperature shall not vary during the test by more than 10 °C.
The ambient temperature must remain close to the wetted surface temperature; the
difference between the ambient and the wetted surface temperatures must be less
than 10 °C.
4. Testing methods for measuring wet grip
For the calculation of the wet grip index (G) of a candidate tyre, the wet grip
braking performance of the candidate tyre is compared to the wet grip braking
performance of the reference tyre on a vehicle travelling straight ahead on a wet,
paved surface. It is measured with one of the following methods:
(a) Vehicle method consisting of testing a set of tyres mounted on an
instrumented passenger car;
(b) Testing method using a trailer towed by a vehicle or a tyre test vehicle,
equipped with the test tyre(s).
4.1. Testing method (a) using an instrumented passenger car

4.1.1. Principle
The testing method covers a procedure for measuring the deceleration performance
of C1 tyres during braking, using an instrumented passenger car equipped with an
Antilock Braking System (ABS), where "instrumented passenger car" means a
passenger car that is fitted with the measuring equipment listed in paragraph
4.1.2.2. below for the purpose of this testing method. Starting with a defined initial
speed, the brakes are applied hard enough on four wheels at the same time to
activate the ABS. The average deceleration is calculated between two pre-defined
speeds.
4.1.2. Equipment
4.1.2.1. Vehicle
Permitted modifications on the passenger car are as follows:
(a) Those allowing the number of tyre sizes that can be mounted on the vehicle
to be increased;
(b) Those permitting automatic activation of the braking device to be installed;
(c) Any other modification of the braking system is prohibited.
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4.1.2.2. Measuring equipment
The vehicle shall be fitted with a sensor suitable for measuring speed on a wet
surface and distance covered between two speeds.
To measure vehicle speed, a fifth wheel or non-contact speed-measuring system

shall be used.
4.1.3. Conditioning of the test track and wetting condition
The test track surface shall be watered at least half an hour prior to testing in order
to equalize the surface temperature and water temperature. External watering
should be supplied continuously throughout testing. For the whole testing area, the
water depth shall be 1.0 ± 0.5 mm, measured from the peak of the pavement.
The test track should then be conditioned by conducting at least ten test runs with
tyres not involved in the test programme at 90 km/h.
4.1.4. Tyres and rims

4.1.4.1. Tyre preparation and break-in
The test tyres shall be trimmed to remove all protuberances on the tread surface
caused by mould air vents or flashes at mould junctions.
Fit the test tyres on rims specified by a recognized tyre and rim standards
organization as listed in Appendix 4 to Annex D to this Standard.
4.1.4.2 Tyre load
The static load on each axle tyre shall lie between 60 per cent and 90 per cent of
the tested tyre load capacity. Tyre loads on the same axle should not differ by more
than 10 per cent.
4.1.4.3 Tyre inflation pressure
On the front and rear axles, the inflation pressures shall be 220 kPa (for standard-
and extra-load tyres). The tyre pressure should be checked just prior to testing at
ambient temperature and adjusted if required.
4.1.5. Procedure
4.1.5.1. Test run
The following test procedure applies for each test run.

4.1.5.1.1. The passenger car is driven in a straight line up to 85 ± 2 km/h.
4.1.5.1.2. Once the passenger car has reached 85 ± 2 km/h, the brakes are always activated
at the same place on the test track referred to as "braking starting point", with a
longitudinal tolerance of 5 m and a transverse tolerance of 0.5 m.
4.1.5.1.3 The brakes are activated either automatically or manually.
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4.1.5.1.3.1. The automatic activation of the brakes is performed by means of a detection system
made of two parts, one indexed to the test track and one on board the passenger
car.
4.1.5.1.3.2 The manual activation of the brakes depends on the type of transmission as follows.
In both cases, a minimum of 600 N pedal efforts is required.
For manual transmission, the driver should release the clutch and depress the brake
pedal sharply, holding it down as long as necessary to perform the measurement.
For automatic transmission, the driver should select neutral gear and then depress
the brake pedal sharply, holding it down as long as necessary to perform the
measurement.
4.1.5.1.4 The average deceleration is calculated between 80 km/h and 20 km/h.
If any of the specifications listed above (including speed tolerance, longitudinal

and transverse tolerance for the braking starting point, and braking time) are not
met when a test run is made, the measurement is discarded and a new test run is
made.
4.1.5.2. Test cycle
A number of test runs are made in order to measure the wet grip index of a set of
candidate tyres (T) according to the following procedure, whereby each test run
shall be made in the same direction and up to three different sets of candidate tyres
may be measured within the same test cycle:
4.1.5.2.1. First, the set of reference tyres are mounted on the instrumented passenger car.
4.1.5.2.2. After at least three valid measurements have been made in accordance with
paragraph 4.1.5.1. above, the set of reference tyres is replaced by a set of candidate
tyres.
4.1.5.2.3 After six valid measurements of the candidate tyres are performed, two more sets
of candidate tyres may be measured.
4.1.5.2.4. The test cycle is closed by three more valid measurements of the same set of
reference tyres as at the beginning of the test cycle.
Examples:
(a) The run order for a test cycle of three sets of candidate tyres (T1 to T3) plus
a set of reference tyres (R) would be the following:
R-T1-T2-T3-R
(b) The run order for a test cycle of five sets of candidate tyres (T1 to T5) plus
a set of reference tyres (R) would be the following:
R-T1-T2-T3-R-T4-T5-R
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4.1.6. Processing of measurement results

4.1.6.1. Calculation of the average deceleration (AD)
The average deceleration (AD) is calculated for each valid test run in m/s2 as
follows:
2 2
Sf  Si
AD 
2d
Where:
Sf is the final speed in m/s; Sf = 20 km/h = 5.556 m/s
Si is the initial speed in m/s; Si = 80 km/h = 22.222 m/s
d is the distance covered between Si and Sf in metre.
4.1.6.2. Validation of results

The AD coefficient of variation is calculated as follows:
(Standard deviation / Average) x 100.
For the reference tyres (R): If the AD coefficient of variation of any two
consecutive groups of three tests runs of the reference tyre set is higher than 3 per
cent, all data should be discarded and the test repeated for all test tyres (the
candidate tyres and the reference tyres).
For the candidate tyres (T): The AD coefficients of variation are calculated for each
candidate tyre set. If one coefficient of variation is higher than 3 per cent, the data
should be discarded and the test repeated for that candidate tyre set.
4.1.6.3 Calculation of adjusted average deceleration (Ra)
The average deceleration (AD) of the reference tyre set used for the calculation of
its braking force coefficient is adjusted according to the positioning of each
candidate tyre set in a given test cycle.
This adjusted AD of the reference tyre (Ra) is calculated in m/s2 in accordance with
Table 1 where R1 is the average of the AD values in the first test of the reference
tyre set (R) and R2 is the average of the AD values in the second test of the same
reference tyre set (R).
Table 1
Number of sets of candidate tyres Set of candidate tyres Ra
within one test cycle
1 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)

T1
(R1-T1-R2)
T1 Ra = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2
2
(R1-T1-T2-R2) T2 Ra = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2
T1 Ra = 3/4 R1 + 1/4 R2
3 Ra = 1/2 (R1 +R2)
T2
(R1-T1-T2-T3-R2)
T3 Ra = 1/4 R1 + 3/4 R2
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4.1.6.4. Calculation of the braking force coefficient (BFC)
The braking force coefficient (BFC) is calculated for a braking on the two axles
according to Table 2 where Ta (a = 1, 2 or 3) is the average of the AD values for
each candidate tyre (T) set that is part of a test cycle.
Table 2
Test Tyre Braking force coefficient
Reference tyre BFC(R) = │Ra/g│

Candidate tyre BFC(T) = │Ta/g│
g is the acceleration due to gravity, g = 9.81 m/s2
4.1.6.5 Calculation of the wet grip index of the candidate tyre

The wet grip index of the candidate tyre (G(T)) is calculated as follows:
 BFC(T)  BFC( R) 
G (T )    125  a  (t  t 0 )  b    1,0    10
2
 BFC(R)  BFC( R0 ) 
Where:
t is the measured wet surface temperature in degree Celsius when the candidate tyre
(T) is tested
t0 is the wet surface reference temperature condition, t0 = 20 °C for normal tyres
and t0 = 10 °C for snow tyres
BFC(R0) is the braking force coefficient for the reference tyre in the reference
conditions, BFC(R0) = 0.68
a = -0.4232 and b = -8.297 for normal tyres, a = 0.7721 and b = 31.18 for snow
tyres [a is expressed as (1/°C)]
4.1.7. Wet grip performance comparison between a candidate tyre and a reference tyre
using a control tyre
4.1.7.1. General
Where the candidate tyre size is significantly different from that of the reference
tyre, a direct comparison on the same instrumented passenger car may not be
possible. This testing method uses an intermediate tyre, hereinafter called the
control tyre as defined in paragraph 2.5. above.
4.1.7.2. Principle of the approach

The principle is the use of a control tyre set and two different instrumented
passenger cars for the test cycle of a candidate tyre set in comparison with a
reference tyre set.
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One instrumented passenger car is fitted with the reference tyre set followed by the
control tyre set, the other with the control tyre set followed by the candidate tyre
set.
The specifications listed in paragraphs 4.1.2. to 4.1.4. above apply.
The first test cycle is a comparison between the control tyre set and the reference
tyre set.
The second test cycle is a comparison between the candidate tyre set and the control
tyre set. It is done on the same test track and during the same day as the first test
cycle. The wetted surface temperature shall be within ±5 °C of the temperature of
the first test cycle. The same control tyre set shall be used for the first and the
second test cycles.
G(T) = G1 × G2
Where:
G1 is the relative wet grip index of the control tyre (C) compared to the reference
tyre (R) calculated as follows:
 BFC(C)  BFC(R) 
G1    125  a  (t  t 0 )  b    1.0    10-2
 BFC( R)  BFC(R0 ) 
G2 is the relative wet grip index of the candidate tyre (T) compared to the control
tyre (C) calculated as follows:
BFC (T)
G2 
BFC(C)
4.1.7.3. Storage and preservation
It is necessary that all the tyres of a control tyre set have been stored in the same
conditions. As soon as the control tyre set has been tested in comparison with the
reference tyre, the specific storage conditions defined in ASTM E 1136-93
(Reapproved 2003) shall be applied.
4.1.7.4 Replacement of reference tyres and control tyres
When irregular wear or damage results from tests, or when wear influences the test
results, the use of the tyre shall be discontinued.
4.2 Testing method (b) using a trailer towed by a vehicle or a tyre test vehicle
4.2.1. Principle
The measurements are conducted on test tyres mounted on a trailer towed by a

vehicle (hereafter referred to as tow vehicle) or on a tyre test vehicle. The brake in
the test position is applied firmly until sufficient braking torque is generated to
produce the maximum braking force that will occur prior to wheel lockup at a test
speed of 65 km/h.
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4.2.2. Equipment
4.2.2.1. Tow vehicle and trailer or tyre test vehicle
The tow vehicle or the tyre test vehicle shall have the capability of maintaining the
specified speed of 65 ± 2 km/h even under the maximum braking forces.
The trailer or the tyre test vehicle shall be equipped with one place where the tyre
can be fitted for measurement purposes hereafter called 'test position' and the
following accessories:
(a) Equipment to activate brakes in the test position;

(b) A water tank to store sufficient water to supply the road surface wetting
system, unless external watering is used;
(c) Recording equipment to record signals from transducers installed at the test
position and to monitor water application rate if the self-watering option is
used.
The maximum variation of toe-settings and camber angle for the test position shall
be within ±0.5° with maximum vertical load. Suspension arms and bushings shall
have sufficient rigidity necessary to minimize free play and ensure compliance
under application of maximum braking forces. The suspension system shall
provide adequate load-carrying capacity and be of such a design as to isolate
suspension resonance.
The test position shall be equipped with a typical or special automotive brake
system which can apply sufficient braking torque to produce the maximum value
of braking test wheel longitudinal force at the conditions specified.
The brake application system shall be able to control the time interval between
initial brake application and peak longitudinal force as specified in paragraph
4.2.7.1. below.
The trailer or the tyre test vehicle shall be designed to accommodate the range of
candidate tyre sizes to be tested.
The trailer or the tyre test vehicle shall have provisions for adjustment of vertical
load as specified in paragraph 4.2.5.2. below
The test wheel position on the trailer or the tyre test vehicle shall be equipped with
a rotational wheel velocity measuring system and with transducers to measure the
braking force and vertical load at the test wheel.
General requirements for measurement system: The instrumentation system shall
conform to the following overall requirements at ambient temperatures between 0
°C and 45 °C:
(a) Overall system accuracy, force: ± 1.5 per cent of the full scale of the vertical
load or braking force;
(b) Overall system accuracy, speed: ± 1.5 per cent of speed or ± 1.0 km/h,
whichever is greater.
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Vehicle speed: To measure vehicle speed, a fifth wheel or non-contact

precision speed-measuring system should be used.
Braking forces: The braking force-measuring transducers shall measure
longitudinal force generated at the tyre–road interface as a result of brake
application within a range from 0 per cent to at least 125 per cent of the applied
vertical load. The transducer design and location shall minimize inertial effects
and vibration-induced mechanical resonance.
Vertical load: The vertical load-measuring transducer shall measure the
vertical load at the test position during brake application. The transducer shall
have the same specifications as described previously.
Signal conditioning and recording system: All signal conditioning and
recording equipment shall provide linear output with necessary gain and data
reading resolution to meet the specified previous requirements. In addition, the
following requirements apply:
(a) The minimum frequency response shall be flat from 0 Hz to 50 Hz (100
Hz) within ±1 per cent full scale;
(b) The signal-to-noise ratio shall be at least 20/1;
(c) The gain shall be sufficient to permit full-scale display for full-scale input
signal level;
(d) The input impedance shall be at least ten times larger than the output
impedance of the signal source;
(e) The equipment shall be insensitive to vibrations, acceleration, and
changes in ambient temperature.
4.2.3 Conditioning of the test track
The test track should be conditioned by conducting at least ten test runs with tyres
not involved in the test program at 65 ± 2 km/h.
4.2.4 Wetting conditions
The tow vehicle and trailer or the tyre test vehicle may be optionally equipped with
a pavement-wetting system, less the storage tank, which, in the case of the trailer,
is mounted on the tow vehicle. The water being applied to the pavement ahead of
the test tyres shall be supplied by a nozzle suitably designed to ensure that the water
layer encountered by the test tyre has a uniform cross section at the test speed with
a minimum splash and overspray.
The nozzle configuration and position shall ensure that the water jets are directed
towards the test tyre and pointed towards the pavement at an angle of 20° to 30°.
The water shall strike the pavement 250 mm to 450 mm ahead of the centre of tyre
contact. The nozzle shall be located 25 mm above the pavement or at the minimum
height required to clear obstacles which the tester is expected to encounter, but in
no case more than 100 mm above the pavement.
The water layer shall be at least 25 mm wider than the test tyre tread and applied
so the tyre is centrally located between the edges. Water delivery rate shall ensure
a water depth of 1.0 ± 0.5 mm and shall be consistent throughout the test to within
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±10 per cent. The volume of water per unit of wetted width shall be directly
proportional to the test speed. The quantity of water applied at 65 km/h shall be 18
l/s per meter of width of wetted surface in case of a water depth of 1.0 mm.
4.2.5. Tyres and rims
The test tyres shall be trimmed to remove all protuberances on the tread surface
caused by mould air vents or flashes at mould junctions.
The test tyre shall be mounted on the test rim declared by the tyre manufacturer.
A proper bead seat should be achieved by the use of a suitable lubricant. Excessive
use of lubricant should be avoided to prevent slipping of the tyre on the wheel rim.
The test tyres/rim assemblies shall be stored in a location for a minimum of two
hours such that they all have the same ambient temperature prior to testing. They
should be shielded from the sun to avoid excessive heating by solar radiation.
For tyre break-in, two braking runs shall be performed under the load, pressure and
speed as specified in paragraphs 4.2.5.2, 4.2.5.3 and 4.2.7.1 respectively.
4.2.5.2. Tyre load
The test load on the test tyre is 75 ± 5 per cent of the tyre load capacity.
4.2.5.3. Tyre inflation pressure
The test tyre cold inflation pressure shall be 180 kPa for standard-load tyres. For
extra-load tyres, the cold inflation pressure shall be 220 kPa.
The tyre pressure should be checked just prior to testing at ambient temperature
and adjusted if required.
4.2.6 Preparation of the tow vehicle and trailer or the tyre test vehicle
4.2.6.1. Trailer
For one axle trailers, the hitch height and transverse position shall be adjusted once
the test tyre has been loaded to the specified test load in order to avoid any
disturbance of the measuring results. The longitudinal distance from the centre line
of the articulation point of the coupling to the transverse centre line of the axle of
the trailer shall be at least ten times the "hitch height" or the "coupling (hitch)
height".
4.2.6.2. Instrumentation and equipment

Install the fifth wheel, when used, in accordance with the manufacturer’s
specifications and locate it as near as possible to the mid-track position of the tow
trailer or the tyre test vehicle.
4.2.7 Procedure
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4.2.7.1. Test run
The following procedure applies for each test run:
4.2.7.1.1. The tow vehicle or the tyre test vehicle is driven onto the test track in a straight line
at the specified test speed 65 ± 2 km/h.
4.2.7.1.2. The recording system is launched.
4.2.7.1.3. Water is delivered to the pavement ahead of the test tyre approximately 0.5 s prior
to brake application (for internal watering system).
4.2.7.1.4. The trailer brakes are activated within 2 metres of a measurement point of the
wetted frictional properties of the surface and sand depth in accordance with
paragraphs 3.1.4. and 3.1.5. above. The rate of braking application shall be such
that the time interval between initial application of force and peak longitudinal
force is in the range 0.2 s to 0.5 s.
4.2.7.1.5. The recording system is stopped.

4.2.7.2. Test cycle
A number of test runs are made in order to measure the wet grip index of the
candidate tyre (T) according to the following procedure, whereby each test run
shall be made from the same spot on the test track and in the same direction. Up to
three candidate tyres may be measured within the same test cycle, provided that
the tests are completed within one day.
4.2.7.2.1 First, the reference tyre is tested.
4.2.7.2.2. After at least six valid measurements are performed in accordance with paragraph
4.2.7.1. above, the reference tyre is replaced by the candidate tyre.
4.2.7.2.3. After six valid measurements of the candidate tyre are performed, two more
candidate tyres may be measured.
4.2.7.2.4. The test cycle is closed by six more valid measurements of the same reference tyre
as at the beginning of the test cycle.
Examples:
(a) The run order for a test cycle of three candidate tyres (T1 to T3) plus the
reference tyre (R) would be the following:
R-T1-T2-T3-R
(b) The run order for a test cycle of five candidate tyres (T1 to T5) plus the
reference tyre R would be the following:
R-T1-T2-T3-R-T4-T5-R
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4.2.8. Processing of measurement results
4.2.8.1. Calculation of the peak braking force coefficient

The tyre peak braking force coefficient (µpeak) is the highest value of µ(t) before
lockup occurs calculated as follows for each test run. Analogue signals should be
filtered to remove noise. Digitally recorded signals must be filtered using a moving
average technique.
fh ( t )
 (t ) 
fv ( t)
Where:
µ (t) is the dynamic tyre braking force coefficient in real time;
fh (t) is the dynamic braking force in real time, in N;
fv (t) is the dynamic vertical load in real time, in N.
The µpeak coefficient of variation is calculated as follows:
(Standard deviation / Average) x 100
For the reference tyre (R): If the coefficient of variation of the peak braking force
coefficient (µpeak) of the reference tyre is higher than 5 per cent, all data should be
discarded and the test repeated for all test tyres (the candidate tyre(s) and the
reference tyre).
For the candidate tyre(s) (T): The coefficient of variation of the peak braking force
coefficient (µpeak) is calculated for each candidate tyre. If one coefficient of
variation is higher than 5 per cent, the data should be discarded and the test repeated
for this candidate tyre.
4.2.8.3 Calculation of the adjusted average peak braking force coefficient
The average peak braking force coefficient of the reference tyre used for the
calculation of its braking force coefficient is adjusted according to the positioning
of each candidate tyre in a given test cycle.
This adjusted average peak braking force coefficient of the reference tyre (Ra) is
calculated in accordance with Table 3 where R1 is the average peak tyre braking
coefficient in the first test of the reference tyre (R) and R2 is the average peak tyre
braking coefficient in the second test of the same reference tyre (R).
Table 3
Number of candidate tyre(s) within one Candidate tyre Ra
test cycle
1 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)

T1
(R1-T1-R2)
2 T1 Ra = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2
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(R1-T1-T2-R2) Ra = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2

T2
T1 Ra = 3/4 R1 + 1/4 R2
3 Ra = 1/2 (R1 +R2)

T2
(R1-T1-T2-T3-R2)
T3 Ra = 1/4 R1 + 3/4 R2
4.2.8.4. Calculation of the average peak braking coefficient (µpeak,ave)

The average value of the peak braking coefficients (µpeak,ave) is calculated according
to Table 4 whereby Ta (a = 1, 2 or 3) is the average of the peak braking force
coefficients measured for one candidate tyre within one test cycle.
Table 4
Test tyre µpeak,ave
Reference tyre µpeak, ave (R) = Ra as per Table 3

Candidate tyre µpeak, ave (T) = Ta
4.2.8.5. Calculation of the wet grip index of the candidate tyre

  peak,ave (T )   peak,ave ( R ) 
G (T )    125  a  ( t  t 0 )  b    1.0   10 2
  peak,ave ( R )   peak,ave ( R 0 ) 
 
Where:
t is the measured wet surface temperature in degree Celsius when the candidate tyre
(T) is tested
t0 is the wet surface reference temperature condition
t0 = 20 °C for normal tyres t0=10°C for snow tyres
µpeak,ave(R0) = 0.85 is the peak braking force coefficient for the reference tyre in the
reference conditions
a = -0.4232 and b = -8.297 for normal tyres, a = 0.7721 and b = 31.18 for snow
tyres" [a is expressed as (1/°C)]
(B) – C2 and C3 category tyres
1. General test conditions
1.1. Track characteristics
The surface shall be a dense asphalt surface with a uniform gradient of not more
than two per cent and shall not deviate more than 6 mm when tested with a 3 m
straight edge.
The test surface shall have a pavement of uniform age, composition, and wear. The
test surface shall be free of loose material or foreign deposits.
The maximum chipping size shall be from 8 mm to 13 mm.
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The sand depth measured as specified in EN13036-1:2001 and ASTM E 965-96

(reapproved 2006) shall be 0.7 ± 0.3 mm.
The surface friction value for the wetted track shall be established by one or other
of the following methods according to the discretion of the Testing Agency.
1.1.1. Standard Reference Test Tyre (SRTT) method
The average peak braking coefficient (μ peak average) of the ASTM E1136 -93
(reapproved 2003) reference tyre (Test method using a trailer or a tyre test vehicle
as specified in clause 2.1) shall be 0.7 +/- 0.1 (at 65 km/h and 180 kPa). The
measured values shall be corrected for the effects of temperature as follows:
pbfc = pbfc (measured) + 0.0035 · (t - 20)
Where "t" is the wetted track surface temperature in degrees Celsius.
The test shall be conducted using the lanes and length of the track to be used for the
wet grip test.
For the trailer method, testing is run in such a way that braking occurs within 10
meters distance of where the surface was characterized.
1.1.2. British Pendulum Number (BPN) method

The averaged British Pendulum Number (BPN) British Pendulum Tester method as
specified in ASTM E 303-93 (reapproved 2008) using the Pad as specified in ASTM
E 501-08 shall be (50 ± 10) BPN after temperature correction.
BPN shall be corrected by the wetted road surface temperature. Unless temperature
correction recommendations are indicated by the British pendulum manufacturer
the following formula can be used:
BPN = BPN (measured value) – (0.0018 · t²) + 0.34 · t - 6.1
Where: "t" is the wetted road surface temperature in degrees Celsius.
Effects of slider pad wear: the pad should be removed for maximum wear when the
wear on the striking edge of the slider reaches 3.2 mm in the plane of the slider or
1.6 mm vertical to it.
Check the test track testing surface BPN consistency for the measurement of wet
grip on a standard vehicle.
In the lanes of the track to be used during the wet grip tests, the BPN shall be
measured at intervals of 10 m along the length of the lanes. The BPN shall be
measured 5 times at each point and the coefficient of variation of the BPN averages
shall not exceed 10 per cent.
1.1.3. The Testing Agency shall satisfy itself of the characteristics of the track on the basis
of evidence produced in test reports.
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1.2. The surface may be wetted from the track-side or by a wetting system incorporated
into the test vehicle or the trailer.
If a track-side system is used, the test surface shall be wetted for at least half an hour
prior to testing in order to equalize the surface temperature and water temperature.
It is recommended that track-side wetting be continuously applied throughout
testing.
The water depth shall be between 0.5 and 2.0 mm.

1.3. The wind conditions shall not interfere with wetting of the surface (wind-shields are
permitted).
The ambient and the wetted surface temperature shall be between 5 °C and 35 °C
and shall not vary during the test by more than 10 °C.
1.4. In order to cover the range of the tyre sizes fitting the commercial vehicles, three
Standard Reference Testing Tyre (SRTT) sizes shall be used to measure the relative
wet index:
(a) SRTT 315/70R22.5 LI=154/150, ASTM F2870
(b) SRTT 245/70R19.5 LI=136/134, ASTM F2871
(c) SRTT 225/75 R 16 C LI=116/114, ASTM F2872
The three standard reference testing tyre sizes shall be used to measure the relative
wet index as shown in the following table:
For C3 tyres
Narrow family Wide family
SNominal < 285 mm SNominal > 285 mm
SRTT 245/70R19.5 SRTT 315/70R22.5
LI=136/134 LI=154/150
For C2 tyres
SRTT 225/75 R 16 C LI=116/114
SNominal = Tyre nominal section width
2.
Test procedure
The comparative wet grip performance shall be established using either:
(a) A trailer or special purpose tyre evaluation vehicle; or
(b) A standard production vehicle (M2, M3, N1, N2 or N3, category) as defined in
AIS-053.
2.1. Trailer or special purpose tyre evaluation vehicle procedure
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2.1.1. The measurements are conducted on (a) tyre(s) mounted on a trailer towed by a
vehicle or a tyre test vehicle.
The brake on the test position is applied firmly until sufficient braking torque results
to produce maximum braking force that will occur prior to wheel lockup at a test
speed of 50 km/h. The trailer, together with the towing vehicle, or the tyre evaluation
vehicle shall comply with the following requirements:
2.1.1.1. Be capable of exceeding the upper limit for the test speed of 50 km/h and of
maintaining the test speed requirement of (50  2) km/h even at the maximum level
of application of braking forces;
2.1.1.2. Be equipped with an axle providing one test position having a hydraulic brake and
actuation system that can be operated at the test position from the towing vehicle if
applicable. The braking system shall be capable of providing sufficient braking
torque to achieve the peak brake force coefficient over the range of tyre sizes and
tyre loads to be tested;
2.1.1.3. Be capable of maintaining longitudinal alignment (toe) and camber of the test wheel
and tyre assembly throughout the test within 0.5° of the static figures achieved at
the test tyre loaded condition;
2.1.1.4. In the case a track wetting system is incorporated:
The system shall be able to deliver the water such that the tyre and track surface in
front of the tyre are wetted before the start of braking and throughout the duration
of the test. The apparatus may be optionally equipped with a pavement-wetting
system, less the storage tank, which, in the case of the trailer, is mounted on the tow
vehicle. The water being applied to the pavement ahead of the test tyres shall be
supplied by a nozzle suitably designed to ensure that the water layer encountered
by the test tyre has a uniform cross section at the test speed with a minimum splash
and overspray.
The nozzle configuration and position shall ensure that the water jets shall be
directed toward the test tyre and pointed toward the pavement at an angle of 15 to
30°. The water shall strike the pavement 0.25 to 0.5 m ahead of the centre of tyre
contact. The nozzle shall be located 100 mm above the pavement or the minimum
height required to clear obstacles which the tester is expected to encounter, but in
no case more than 200 mm above the pavement. The water layer shall be at least 25
mm wider than the test tyre tread and applied so the tyre is centrally located between
the edges. The volume of water per unit of wetted width shall be directly
proportional to the test speed. The quantity of water applied at 50 km/h shall be 14
l/s per meter of the width of the wetted surface. The nominal values of rate of water
application shall be maintained within 10 per cent.
2.1.2. Test procedure
2.1.2.1. Fit the test tyres on rims specified by a recognized tyre and rim standards
organization as listed in Appendix 4 to Annex D to this Standard. Ensure proper
bead seating by the use of a suitable lubricant. Excessive use of lubricant should be
avoided to prevent slipping of the tyre on the wheel rim.
Check the test tyres for the specified inflation pressure at ambient temperature
(cold), just prior to testing. For the purpose of this standard the testing tyre cold
inflation pressure Pt shall be calculated as follows:
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1.25
Q 
Pt  Pr   t 
 Qr 
Where:
Pr = Inflation pressure marked on the sidewall. If Pr is not marked on the sidewall
refer to the specified pressure in applicable tyre standards manuals
corresponding to maximum load capacity for single applications
Qt = The static test load of the tyre
Qr =The maximum mass associated with the load capacity index of the tyre
2.1.2.2. For tyre break-in, two braking runs are performed. The tyre shall be conditioned for
a minimum of two hours adjacent to the test track such that it is stabilized at the
ambient temperature of the test track area. The tyre(s) shall not be exposed to direct
sunshine during conditioning.
2.1.2.3. The load conditions for testing shall be 75  5 per cent of the value corresponding
to the load index.
2.1.2.4. Shortly before testing, the track shall be conditioned by carrying out at least ten
braking test runs at 50 km/h on the part of the track to be used for the performance
test programme but using a tyre not involved in that programme;
2.1.2.5. Immediately prior to testing, the tyre inflation pressure shall be checked and reset,
if necessary, to the values given in paragraph 2.1.2.1.
2.1.2.6. The test speed shall be at 50  2 km/h and shall be maintained between these limits
throughout the test run.
2.1.2.7. The direction of the test shall be the same for each set of tests and shall be the same
for the test tyre as that used for the SRTT with which its performance is to be
compared.
2.1.2.8. Deliver water to the pavement ahead of the test tyre approximately 0.5 s prior to
brake application (for internal watering system). The brakes of the test wheel
assembly shall be applied such that peak braking force is achieved within 0.2 s and
1.0 s of brake application.
2.1.2.9. For new tyres, the first two braking runs are discarded for tyre break-in.
2.1.2.10. For the evaluation of the performance of any tyre compared with that of the SRTT,
the braking test should be run at the same area on the test pad.
2.1.2.11. The order of testing shall be:
R1 - T - R2
Where:
R1= the initial test of the SRTT,
R2= the repeat test of the SRTT and
T= the test of the candidate tyre to be evaluated.
A maximum of three candidate tyres may be tested before repeating the SRTT test,
for example:
R1 - T1 - T2 - T3 - R2
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2.1.2.12. Calculate the peak braking force coefficient, μpeak, for each test using the following
equation:
f h t 
μ t  
f v t 
(1)
Where:
μ(t)= dynamic tyre braking force coefficient in real time,
fh(t)= dynamic braking force in real time, N,
fv(t)= dynamic vertical load in real time, N
Using equation (1) for dynamic tyre braking force coefficient, calculate the peak
tyre braking force coefficient, μpeak, by determining the highest value of μ(t) before
lockup occurs. Analogic signals should be filtered to remove noise. Digitally
recorded signals may be filtered using a moving average technique.
Calculate the average values of peak-braking coefficient (μpeak, ave) by averaging
four or more valid repeated runs for each set of test and reference tyres for each test
condition provided that the tests are completed within the same day.
For the reference tyre:
If the coefficient of variation of the peak braking coefficient, which is calculated by
"standard deviation/average x 100" of the reference tyre is higher than five per cent,
discard all data and repeat the test for this reference tyre.
For the candidate tyres:
The coefficients of variation (standard deviation/average x 100) are calculated for
all the candidate tyres. If one coefficient of variation is greater than five per cent,
discard the data for this candidate tyre and repeat the test.
If R1 is the average of the peak braking coefficient in the first test of the reference
tyre, R2 is the average of the peak braking coefficient in the second test of the
reference tyre, the following operations are performed, according to the following
table:
If the number of sets of candidate tyres and the set of then "Ra" is calculated by applying
between two successive runs of the candidate tyres to be the following:
reference tyre is: qualified is:
1  R1 – T1 – R2 T1 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)

2  R1 – T1 - T2 – R2 T1 Ra = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2
T2 Ra = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2
3  R1 – T1 - T2 - T3 – R2 T1 Ra = 3/4 R1 + 1/4 R2
T2 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)
T3 Ra = 1/4 R1 + 3/4 R2
2.1.2.14.
The wet grip index (G) shall be calculated as:
Wet grip index (G) = μ peak,ave (T)/μ peak, ave (R)
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It represents the relative Wet Grip Index for braking performance of the candidate
tyre (T) compared to the reference tyre (R).
2.2. Standard vehicle procedure
2.2.1. The vehicle used shall have two axles and be equipped with an anti-lock braking
system (e.g. standard production vehicle of M2, M3, N1, N2 or N3 category). The
ABS shall continue to fulfil the utilisation of adhesion requirements defined in the
Regulations as appropriate, and shall be comparable and constant throughout the
tests with the different tyres mounted.

The vehicle shall be fitted with a sensor suitable for measuring speed on a wet
surface and distance covered between two speeds.
To measure vehicle speed, a fifth wheel or non-contact speed-measuring system
shall be used.
The following tolerances shall be respected:
(a) For the speed measurements: ±1 per cent or ±0.5 km/h whichever is greater;
(b) For the distance measurements: ±1 x 10-1 m.
A display of the measured speed or the difference between the measured speed and
the reference speed for the test can be used inside the vehicle so that the driver can
adjust the speed of the vehicle.
A data acquisition system can be also used for storing the measurements.
2.2.2. Test procedure

Starting with a defined initial speed, the brakes are applied hard enough on the two
axles at the same time to activate the ABS system.
2.2.2.1. The Average Deceleration (AD) is calculated between two defined speeds, with an
initial speed of 60 km/h and a final speed of 20 km/h.
2.2.2.2. Vehicle equipment
The rear axle may be indifferently fitted with 2 or 4 tyres.
For the reference tyre testing, both axles are fitted with reference tyres. (A total of
4 or 6 reference tyres depending on the choice above mentioned).
For the candidate tyre testing, 3 fitting configurations are possible:
(a) Configuration "Configuration 1": Candidate tyres on front and rear axles: it is
the standard configuration that should be used every time it is possible.
(b) Configuration "Configuration 2": Candidate tyres on front axle and reference
tyre or control tyre on rear axle: allowed in such cases where fitting the
candidate tyre on the rear position is not possible.
(c) Configuration "Configuration 3": Candidate tyres on rear axle and reference
tyre or control tyre on front axle: permitted in such cases where fitting the
candidate tyre on the front position is not possible.
2.2.2.3. Tyre inflation pressure
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(a) For a vertical load higher or equal to 75 per cent of the load capacity of the
tyre, the test inflation pressure "Pt" shall be calculated as follows:
Pt = Pr · (Qt/Qr)1.25
Pr = Inflation pressure marked on the sidewall. If Pr is not marked on the sidewall
refer to the specified pressure in applicable tyre standards manuals
corresponding to maximum load capacity for single applications
Qt = static test load of the tyre
Qr = maximum mass associated with the load capacity index of the tyre
(b) For a vertical load lower than 75 per cent of the load capacity of the tire,
the test inflation pressure Pt shall be calculated as follows:
Pt = Pr · (0.75)1.25 = (0.7) · Pr
Pr = Inflation pressure marked on the sidewall.
If Pr is not marked on the sidewall refer to the specified pressure in applicable tyre
standard manuals corresponding to maximum load capacity for single applications.
Check the tyre pressure just prior to testing at ambient temperature.
2.2.2.4. Tyre load
The static load on each axle shall remain the same throughout the test procedure.
The static load on each tyre shall lie between 60 per cent and 100 per cent of the
candidate tyre's load capacity. This value shall not exceed 100 per cent of the load
capacity of the reference tyre.
Tyre load on the same axle should not differ by more than 10 per cent.
The use of fitting as per Configurations 2 and 3 shall fulfil the following additional
requirements:
Configuration 2: Front axle load > Rear axle load
The rear axle may be indifferently fitted with 2 or 4 tyres
Configuration 3: Rear axle load > Front axle load x 1.8

2.2.2.5.1. The test tyre shall be mounted on the test rim declared by the tyre manufacturer.
Ensure proper bead seating by the use of a suitable lubricant. Excessive use of
lubricant should be avoided to prevent slipping of the tyre on the wheel rim.
2.2.2.5.2. Place the fitted test tyres in a location for a minimum of two hours such that they
all have the same ambient temperature prior to testing, and shield them from the sun
to avoid excessive heating by solar radiation. For tyre break-in, perform two braking
runs.
2.2.2.5.3. Condition the pavement by conducting at least ten test runs with tyres not involved
in the test programme at an initial speed higher or equal to 65 km/h (which is higher
than the initial test speed to guarantee that a sufficient length of track is
conditioned).
2.2.2.6. Procedure
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2.2.2.6.1. First, mount the set of reference tyres on the vehicle.

The vehicle accelerates in the starting zone up to 65 ± 2 km/h.
Activation of the brakes on the track is made always at the same place with a
tolerance of 5 meters in longitudinal and 0.5 meters in transverse.
2.2.2.6.2. According to the type of transmission, two cases are possible:
(a) Manual transmission
As soon as the driver is in the measuring zone and having reached 65 ± 2
km/h, the clutch is released and the brake pedal depressed sharply, holding it
down as long as necessary to perform the measurement.
(b) Automatic transmission
As soon as the driver is in the measuring zone and having reached 65 ± 2
km/h, select neutral gear and then the brake pedal is depressed sharply,
holding it down as long as necessary to perform the measurement.
Automatic activation of the brakes can be performed by means of a detection system
made of two parts, one indexed to the track and one embarked on the vehicle. In
that case braking is made more rigorously at the same portion of the track.
If any of the above-mentioned conditions are not met when a measurement is made
(speed tolerance, braking time, etc.), the measurement is discarded and a new
measurement is made.
2.2.2.6.3. Test running order
Examples:
The run order for a test of 3 sets of candidate tyres (T1 to T3) plus a reference tyre
R would be:
R - T1 - T2 - T3 - R
The run order for a test of 5 sets of tyres (T1 to T5) plus a reference tyre R would
be:
R - T1 - T2 - T3 - R -T4 - T5 – R
2.2.2.6.4. The direction of the test shall be the same for each set of tests and shall be the same
for the candidate test tyre as that used for the SRTT with which its performance is
to be compared.
2.2.2.6.5. For each test and for new tires, the first two braking measurements are discarded.
2.2.2.6.6. After at least 3 valid measurements have been made in the same direction, the
reference tyres are replaced by a set of the candidate tyres (one of the 3
configurations presented in paragraph 2.2.2.2.) and at least 6 valid measurements
shall be performed.
2.2.2.6.7. A maximum of three sets of candidate tyres can be tested before the reference tyre
is re-tested.
2.2.2.7. Processing of measurement results
2.2.2.7.1. Calculation of the Average Deceleration (AD)
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Each time the measurement is repeated, the average deceleration AD [m∙s-²) is

calculated by:
2 2
S f  Si
AD 
2d
Where d [m] is the distance covered between the initial speed Si [m∙s-1] and the final
speed Sf [m∙s-1].
2.2.2.7.2. Validation of results
If the coefficient of variation of "AD" of any two consecutive groups of 3 runs of
the reference tyre is higher than 3 per cent, discard all data and repeat the test for
all tyres (the candidate tyres and the reference tyre). The coefficient of variation is
calculated by the following relation:
standard deviation
 100
average

The coefficients of variation are calculated for all the candidate tyres.
standard deviation
 100
average
If one coefficient of variation is greater than 3 per cent, discard the data for this
candidate tyre and repeat the test.
2.2.2.7.3. Calculation of the "average AD"
If R1 is the average of the AD values in the first test of the reference tyre and R2 is
the average of the AD values in the second test of the reference tyre, the following
operations are performed, according to Table 5.
Ra is the adjusted average AD of the reference tyre.
Table 5
Number of sets of candidate Set of candidate
tyres between two successive tyres to be Ra
runs of the reference tyre qualified
1 R1-T1-R2 T1 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)

2 R1-T1-T2-R2 T1 Ra = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2
T2 Ra = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2
3 R1-T1-T2-T3-R2 T1 Ra = 3/4 R1 + 1/4 R2
T2 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)
T3 Ra = 1/4 R1 + 3/4 R2
2.2.2.7.4.
Calculation of braking force coefficient, BFC
BFC(R) and BFC(T) are calculated according to Table 6:
Table 6
Tyre type Braking force coefficient is
Reference tyre BFC(R) = Ra/g
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Candidate tyre BFC(T) = Ta/g

g is the acceleration due to gravity (rounded to 9.81 m⋅s−2).
Ta (a = 1, 2, etc.) is the average of the AD values for a test of a candidate tyre.

2.2.2.7.5. Calculation of the relative wet grip performance index of the tyre
The Wet grip index represents the relative performance of the candidate tyre
compared to the reference tyre. The way to obtain it depends on the test
configuration as defined in paragraph 2.2.2.2. of this annex. The wet grip index of
the tyre is calculated as reported into Table 7:
Table 7
Configuration C1: BFC(T)
candidate tyres on both Wet Grip Index 
BFC( R )
axles
Configuration C2:
candidate tyres on front BFC(T)  a  b  h  BFC( R )  a  BFC( R )
Wet Grip Index 
axle and reference tyres BFC( R )  b  h  BFC(T)
on rear axle
Configuration C3:
reference tyres on front BFC ( T )   a  b  h  BFC ( R )   b  BFC ( R )
Wet Grip Index 
axle and candidate tyres BFC ( R )   a  h  BFC (T )
on rear axle
Where:
"G": centre of gravity of the loaded vehicle
"m": mass (in kilograms) of the loaded vehicle
"a": horizontal distance between front axle and centre of gravity of the loaded
vehicle (m)
"b": horizontal distance between rear axle and centre of gravity of the loaded
vehicle
"h": vertical distance between ground level and centre of gravity of the loaded
vehicle (m).
N.B. When "h" is not precisely known, these worst case values shall apply: 1.2 for configuration C2,
and 1.5 for configuration C3
"" loaded vehicle acceleration [m∙s-²]

"g" acceleration due to the gravity [m∙s-²]
"X1" longitudinal (X-direction) reaction of the front tyre on the road
"X2" longitudinal (X-direction) reaction of the rear tyre on the road
"Z1" normal (Z-direction) reaction of the front tyre on the road
"Z2" normal (Z-direction) reaction of the rear tyre on the road
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Figure 1
Nomenclature explanation related to grip index of the tyre
a b
m.ɣ
Z1 Z2 h
g g
X1 m.g X2
2.2.2.8. Wet grip performance comparison between a candidate tyre and a reference tyre
using a control tyre.
When the candidate tyre size is significantly different from the reference tyre, a
direct comparison on the same vehicle may be not possible. This approach uses an
intermediate tyre, hereinafter called the control tyre.
2.2.2.8.1. The principle lies upon the use of a control tyre and 2 different vehicles for assessing
a candidate tyre in comparison with a reference tyre.
One vehicle can fit the reference tyre and the control tyre, the other the control tyre
and the candidate tyre. All conditions are in conformity with paragraphs 2.2.1.2. to
2.2.2.5. above.
2.2.2.8.2. The first assessment is a comparison between the control tyre and the reference tyre.
The result (Wet Grip Index 1) is the relative efficiency of the control tyre compared
to the reference tyre.
2.2.2.8.3. The second assessment is a comparison between the candidate tyre and the control
tyre. The result (Wet Grip Index 2) is the relative efficiency of the candidate tyre
compared to the control tyre.
The second assessment is done on the same track as the first one and within one
week maximum. The wetted surface temperature shall be in the range of +5°C of the
temperature of the first assessment. The control tyre set (4 or 6 tyres) is physically
the same set as the set used for the first assessment.
2.2.2.8.4. The wet grip index of the candidate tyre compared to the reference tyre is deduced
by multiplying the relative efficiencies calculated above:
(Wet Grip Index 1 · Wet Grip Index 2)
Note: When the test expert decides to use an SRTT tyre as a control tyre (i.e. in the
test procedure two SRTTs are compared directly instead of an SRTT with a control
tyre) the result of the comparison between the SRTTs is called the "local shift
factor".
It is permitted to use a previous SRTTs comparison.
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The comparison results shall be checked periodically.

2.2.2.8.5. Selection of a set of tyres as a control tyre set
A "control tyre" set is a group of identical tyres made in the same factory during a
one week period.
2.2.2.8.6. Reference and control tyres
Before the first assessment (control tyre / reference tyre), normal storage conditions
can be used. It is necessary that all the tyres of a control tyre set have been stored
in the same conditions.
2.2.2.8.7. Storage of control tyres
As soon as the control tyre set has been assessed in comparison with the reference
tyre, specific storage conditions shall be applied for control tyres replacement.
2.2.2.8.8. Replacement of reference and control tyres
When irregular wear or damage results from tests, or when wear influences the test
results, the use of the tyre shall be discontinued.
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ANNEX - C
Appendix 1 - Test reports examples of wet grip index
Example 1: Test report of wet grip index using trailer method
Test report number: Test date:
Type of road surface: Texture depth (mm):
µ peak (SRTT14 E1136) : or BPN:
Speed (km/h): Water depth (mm):
No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Size
Service description
Tyre identification
Rim
Pattern
Load (N)
Pressure (kPa)
µpeak 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Average
Standard deviation σ
(σ/average)≤5 per cent
Ra, Adjusted
Wet grip index
Surface temp. (°C)
Ambient temp. (°C)
Remarks
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Example 2: Test report of wet grip index using passenger car method
Driver: Test date:
Track: Passenger Car Initial speed (km/h):
Texture depth (mm): Brand:
BPN: Model: Final speed (km/h):
Water depth (mm): Type:
No. 1 2 3 4 5
Brand Uniroyal TYRE B TYRE C TYRE D Uniroyal

Pattern ASTM F 2493 PATTERN B PATTERN C PATTERN D ASTM F 2493
SRTT16 SRTT16
Size P225/60R16 SIZE B SIZE C SIZE D P225/60R16
Service description 97S LI/SS LI/SS LI/SS 97S
Tyre identification XXXXXXXXX YYYYYYYYY ZZZZZZZZZ NNNNNNNNN XXXXXXXXX
Rim
Front axle pressure (kPa)
Rear axle pressure (kPa)
Front axle load (kg)
Rear axle load (kg)
Wet surface temp (°C)
Ambient temp (°C)
Braking Average Brakin Average Brakin Average Brakin Average Brakin Average
distance deceleratio g deceleratio g deceleratio g deceleratio g deceleratio
(m) n (m/s2) distanc n (m/s2) distanc n (m/s2) distanc n (m/s2) distanc n (m/s2)
e (m) e (m) e (m) e (m)
Measurement 1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Average AD (m/s2)
Standard deviation (m/s2)
Validation of results
Coeff. of variation (per
cent) < 3 per cent
Adjusted average AD of
ref. tyre: Ra (m/s2)
BFC(R) reference tyre
(SRTT16)
BFC(T) candidate tyre
Wet grip index (%)
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ANNEX - D
(See 3.5)
TEST PROCEDURE FOR MEASURING ROLLING RESISTANCE
1. Test methods
The alternative measurement methods listed below are given in this Standard.
The choice of an individual method is left to the tester. For each method, the test
measurements shall be converted to a force acting at the tyre/drum interface. The
measured parameters are:
(a) In the force method: the reaction force measured or converted at the tyre
spindle;
(b) In the torque method: the torque input measured at the test drum;
(c) In the deceleration method: the measurement of deceleration of the test
drum and tyre assembly;
(d) In the power method: the measurement of the power input to the test drum.
2. Test equipment
2.1. Drum specifications
2.1.1. Diameter
The test dynamometer shall have a cylindrical flywheel (drum) with a diameter
of at least 1.7 m.
The Fr and Cr values shall be expressed relative to a drum diameter of 2.0 m. If

drum diameter different than 2.0 m is used, a correlation adjustment shall be
made following the method in paragraph 6.3. of this annex.
2.1.2 Surface
The surface of the drum shall be smooth steel. Alternatively, in order to improve
skim test reading accuracy, a textured surface may also be used, which should be
kept clean.
The Fr and Cr values shall be expressed relative to the "smooth" drum surface. If
a textured drum surface is used, see Appendix 1, paragraph 7.
2.1.3. Width
The width of the drum test surface shall exceed the width of the test tyre contact
patch.
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2.2. Measuring rim (see Appendix 2)

The tyre shall be mounted on a steel or light alloy measuring rim, as follows:
(a) For Class C1 tyres, the width of the rim shall be as defined in ISO 4000-
1:2010,
(b) For Class C2 and C3 tyres, the width of the rim shall be as defined in ISO
4209 1:2001.
In cases where the width is not defined in the above mentioned ISO Standards, the rim width as
defined by one of the standards organizations as specified in Appendix 4 may be used.
2.3. Load, alignment, control and instrumentation accuracies
Measurement of these parameters shall be sufficiently accurate and precise to

provide the required test data. The specific and respective values are shown in
Appendix 1.
2.4. Thermal environment

2.4.1. Reference conditions
The reference ambient temperature, measured at a distance not less than 0.15 m and
not more than 1 m from the tyre sidewall, shall be 25 C.
2.4.2 Alternative conditions
If the test ambient temperature is different from the reference ambient temperature,
the rolling resistance measurement shall be corrected to the reference ambient
temperature in accordance with paragraph 6.2. of this annex.
2.4.3 Drum surface temperature.
Care should be taken to ensure that the temperature of the test drum surface is the
same as the ambient temperature at the beginning of the test.
3. Test conditions
3.1. General
The test consists of a measurement of rolling resistance in which the tyre is inflated
and the inflation pressure allowed to build up, i.e., "capped air".
3.2. Test speeds
The value shall be obtained at the appropriate drum speed specified in Table 1.
Table 1
Test Speeds (in km/h)
Tyre Class C1 C2 and C3 C3
Load index All LI ≤ 121 LI > 121

Speed All All J 100 km/h and lower or K 110
symbol tyres not marked with km/h and
speed symbol higher
Speed 80 80 60 80
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3.3. Test load
The standard test load shall be computed from the values shown in Table 2 and
shall be kept within the tolerance specified in Appendix 1.
3.4. Test inflation pressure
The inflation pressure shall be in accordance with that shown in Table 2 and shall
be capped with the accuracy specified in paragraph 4. of Appendix 1 to this annex.
Table 2
Test loads and inflation pressures
Tyre Class C1 (a) C2, C3
Standard Reinforced or extra load

load
Load- % of
maximum load
capacity 80 80 85(b)
(% of single load)
Inflation Corresponding to maximum
pressure 210 250 load capacity for single
kPa application(c)
Note:The inflation pressure shall be capped with the accuracy specified in paragraph 4. of
Appendix 1 to this annex.
(a) For those passenger car tyres belonging to categories which are not shown in ISO 4000-1:2010,
the inflation pressure shall be the inflation pressure recommended by the tyre manufacturer,
corresponding to the maximum tyre load capacity, reduced by 30 kPa.
(b)
As a percentage of single load, or 85 per cent of maximum load capacity for single application
specified in applicable tyre standards manuals if not marked on tyre.
(c)
Inflation pressure marked on sidewall, or if not marked on sidewall, as specified in applicable
tyre standards manuals corresponding to maximum load capacity for single application.
3.5. Duration and speed.

When the deceleration method is selected, the following requirements apply:
(a) The deceleration j shall be determined in exact dω/dt or approximate Δω/Δt
form, where ω is angular velocity, t – time;
If the differential form dω/dt is used, then the recommendations of Appendix
5 to this annex are to be applied.
(b) For duration Δt, the time increments shall not exceed 0.5 s;
(c) Any variation of the test drum speed shall not exceed 1 km/h within one time
increment.
4. Test procedure
4.1. General
The test procedure steps described below shall be followed in the sequence given.
4.2. Thermal conditioning
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The inflated tyre shall be placed in the thermal environment of the test location for
a minimum of:
(a) 3 hours for Class C1 tyres;

(b) 6 hours for Class C2 and C3 tyres.
4.3. Pressure adjustment

After thermal conditioning, the inflation pressure shall be adjusted to the test
pressure, and verified 10 minutes after the adjustment is made.
4.4. Warm-up
The warm-up durations shall be as specified in Table 3.
Table 3
Warm up durations
C2 and C3 C3
Tyre Class C1 LI ≤ 121 LI > 121
Nominal Rim All All < 22.5 ≥ 22.5

Diameter
Warm up duration 30 min. 50 min. 150 min. 180 min.
4.5. Measurement and recording

The following shall be measured and recorded (see Figure 1):
(a) Test speed Un;
(b) Load on the tyre normal to the drum surface Lm;
(c) The initial test inflation pressure as defined in paragraph 3.3. above;
(d) The coefficient of rolling resistance measured Cr, and its corrected value Crc,
at 25 °C and for a drum diameter of 2 m;
(e) The distance from the tyre axis to the drum outer surface under steady state
rL,;
(f) Ambient temperature tamb;
(g) Test drum radius R;
(h) Test method chosen;
(i) Test rim (size and material);
(j) Tyre size, manufacturer, type, identity number (if one exists), speed symbol,
load index, DOT number (Department of Transportation).
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Figure 1
All the mechanical quantities (forces, torques) will be orientated in accordance

with the axis systems specified in ISO 8855:1991.
The directional tyres shall be run in their specified rotation sense.
4.6 Measurement of parasitic losses
The parasitic losses shall be determined by one of the following procedures given
in paragraph 4.6.1. or 4.6.2. below.
4.6.1. Skim test reading
Skim test reading follows the procedure below:
(a) Reduce the load to maintain the tyre at the test speed without slippage.
The load values should be as follows:
(i) Class C1 tyres: recommended value of 100 N; not to exceed 200 N;
(ii) Class C2 tyres: recommended value of 150 N; not to exceed 200 N for
machines designed for Class C1 tyre measurement or 500 N for machine
designed for Class C2 and C3 tyres;
(iii) Class C3 tyres: recommended value of 400 N; not to exceed 500 N.
(b) Record the spindle force Ft, input torque Tt, or the power, whichever applies;
(c) Record the load on the tyre normal to the drum surface Lm.
4.6.2. Deceleration method

The deceleration method follows the procedure below:
(a) Remove the tyre from the test surface;
(b) Record the deceleration of the test drum Do/ t and that of the unloaded
tyre T0/ t or record the deceleration of the test drum jD0 and that of the
unloaded tyre jT0 in exact or approximate form in accordance with
paragraph 3.5. above.
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4.7. Allowance for machines exceeding σm criterion

The steps described in paragraphs 4.3. to 4.5. above shall be carried out once only,
if the measurement standard deviation determined in accordance with paragraph 6.5.
below is:
(a) Not greater than 0.075 N/kN for Class C1 and C2 tyres;
(b) Not greater than 0.06 N/kN for Class C3 tyres.
If the measurement standard deviation exceeds this criterion, the measurement
process will be repeated n times as described in paragraph 6.5. below. The rolling
resistance value reported shall be the average of the n measurements.
5. Data interpretation
5.1. Determination of parasitic losses
5.1.1. General
The laboratory shall perform the measurements described in paragraph 4.6.1. above
for the force, torque and power methods or those described in paragraph 4.6.2.
above for the deceleration method, in order to determine precisely in the test
conditions (load, speed, temperature) the tyre spindle friction, the tyre and wheel
aerodynamic losses, the drum (and as appropriate, engine and/or clutch) bearing
friction, and the drum aerodynamic losses.
The parasitic losses related to the tyre/drum interface Fpl expressed in newton shall
be calculated from the force Ft torque, power or the deceleration, as shown in
paragraphs 5.1.2. to 5.1.5. below.
5.1.2 Force method at tyre spindle

Calculate: Fpl = Ft (1  rL/R)
Where:
Ft is the tyre spindle force in newton (see paragraph 4.6.1. above),
rL is the distance from the tyre axis to the drum outer surface under
steady state conditions, in metre,
R is the test drum radius, in meter.
5.1.3. Torque method at drum axis
Calculate: Fpl = Tt/R
Where:
Tt is the input torque in newton meter, as determined in
paragraph 4.6.1,
R is the test drum radius, in meter.
5.1.4 Power method at drum axis
VxA
Fpl  3,6
Calculate: U n
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Where:
V is the electrical potential applied to the machine drive, in volt,
A is the electric current drawn by the machine drive, in ampere,
Un is the test drum speed, in kilometer per hour.
5.1.5. Deceleration method

Calculate the parasitic losses Fpl, in newton.
ID   D0  I T   T 0 
F pl      
R  t0  Rr   0 
Where:
ID is the test drum inertia in rotation, in kilogram meter squared,
R is the test drum surface radius, in meter,
D0 is the test drum angular speed, without tyre, in radians per
second,
t0 is the time increment chosen for the measurement of the
parasitic losses without tyre, in second,
IT is the spindle, tyre and wheel inertia in rotation, in kilogram
meter squared,
Rr is the tyre rolling radius, in metre,
T0 is the tyre angular speed, unloaded tyre, in radian per second.
or
ID I
Fpl  j D0  T jT0
R Rr
Where:
ID is the test drum inertia in rotation, in kilogram meter squared,
jD0 is the deceleration of the test drum, without tyre, in radians per
second squared,
IT is the spindle, tyre and wheel inertia in rotation, in kilogram
meter squared,
jT0 is the deceleration of unloaded tyre, in radians per second
squared.
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5.2. Rolling resistance calculation
5.2.1. General
The rolling resistance Fr, expressed in newton, is calculated using the values
obtained by testing the tyre to the conditions specified in this international standard
and by subtracting the appropriate parasitic losses Fpl, obtained according to
paragraph 5.1. above.
5.2.2 Force method at tyre spindle
The rolling resistance Fr, in newton, is calculated using the equation
Fr = Ft[1  (rL/R)]  Fpl
Where:
Ft is the tyre spindle force in newton,
Fpl represents the parasitic losses as calculated in paragraph 5.1.2.
above,
rL is the distance from the tyre axis to the drum outer surface under
steady-state conditions, in metre,
R is the test drum radius, in metre.
5.2.3. Torque method at drum axis
The rolling resistance Fr, in newton, is calculated with the equation
Tt
Fr   Fpl
R
Where:
Tt is the input torque, in newton metre,
Fpl represents the parasitic losses as calculated in paragraph 5.1.3. above,
R is the test drum radius, in metre.
5.2.4. Power method at drum axis
The rolling resistance Fr, in newton, is calculated with the equation:
3,6V  A
Fr   Fpl
Un
Where:
V is the electrical potential applied to the machine drive, in volt,
A is the electric current drawn by the machine drive, in ampere,
Un is the test drum speed, in kilometre per hour,
above.
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5.2.5 Deceleration method
The rolling resistance Fr, in newton, is calculated using the equation:
ID  ω V  R  I T  ω V 
Fr        Fpl
R  t V  R 2r  t V 
Where:
ID is the test drum inertia in rotation, in kilogram metre squared,
above,
tv is the time increment chosen for measurement, in second,
Δv is the test drum angular speed increment, without tyre, in radian
per second,
IT is the spindle, tyre and wheel inertia in rotation, in kilogram metre
squared,
Fr is the rolling resistance, in newton.
or
ID RI
Fr  jV  2T jV  Fpl
R Rr
Where:
ID is the test drum inertia in rotation, in kilogram metre squared,
above,
jV is the deceleration of the test drum, in radians per second squared,
IT is the spindle, tyre and wheel inertia in rotation, in kilogram metre
squared,
Fr is the rolling resistance, in newton.
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6. Data analysis
6.1. Rolling resistance coefficient
The rolling resistance coefficient Cr is calculated by dividing the rolling resistance
by the load on the tyre:
Fr
Cr 
Lm
Where:
Fr is the rolling resistance, in newton,
Lm is the test load, in kN.
6.2. Temperature correction

If measurements at temperatures other than 25 C are unavoidable (only
temperatures not less than 20 C or more than 30 C are acceptable), then a
correction for temperature shall be made using the following equation, with:
Fr25is the rolling resistance at 25 C, in Newton:

Fr 25  Fr 1  K  t amb  25 
Where:
Fr is the rolling resistance, in Newton,
t amb is the ambient temperature, in degree Celsius,
K is equal to:
0.008 for Class C1 tyres
0.010 for Class C2 and C3 tyres with a load index equal or lower than
121
0.006 for Class C3 tyres with a load index greater than 121
6.3. Drum diameter correction
Test results obtained from different drum diameters shall be compared by using the
following theoretical formula:
Fr 02  KFr 01
With:
K
R1 R2 R2  rT 
R1  rT 
Where:
R1 is the radius of drum 1, in meter,
R2 is the radius of drum 2, in meter,
rT is one-half of the nominal design tyre diameter, in meter,
Fr 01 is the rolling resistance value measured on drum 1, in newton,
Fr 02 is the rolling resistance value measured on drum 2, in newton.
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6.4. Measurement result
Where n measurements are greater than 1, if required by paragraph 4.6. above, the
measurement result shall be the average of the Cr values obtained for the n
measurements, after the corrections described in paragraphs 6.2. and 6.3. above
have been made.
6.5. The laboratory shall ensure that, based on a minimum of three measurements, the
machine maintains the following values of σm, as measured on a single tyre:
σm ≤ 0.075 N/kN for tyres of Classes C1 and C2
σm ≤ 0.06 N/kN for tyres of Class C3
If the above requirement for σm is not met, the following formula shall be applied
to determine the minimum number of measurements n (rounded to the immediate
superior integer value) that are required by the machine to qualify for conformance
with this Standard.
n = (σm/ x)²
Where:
x = 0.075 N/kN for tyres of Classes C1 and C2
x = 0.06 N/kN for tyres of Class C3
If a tyre needs to be measured several times, the tyre/wheel assembly shall be
removed from the machine between the successive measurements.
If the removal/refitting operation duration is less than 10 minutes, the warm-up
durations indicated in paragraph 4.3. above may be reduced to:
(a) 10 minutes for tyres of Class C1;
(b) 20 minutes for tyres of Class C2;
(c) 30 minutes for tyres of Class C3.
6.6 Monitoring of the laboratory control tyre shall be carried out at intervals no greater
than one month. Monitoring shall include a minimum of 3 separate measurements
taken during this one month period. The average of the 3 measurements taken
during a given one-month period shall be evaluated for drift from one monthly
evaluation to another.
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ANNEX – D
Appendix - 1
(See 2.1.2, 2.3, 3.3, and 3.4 of ANNEX D)
Test equipment tolerances
1. Purpose
The limits specified in this annex are necessary in order to achieve suitable levels
of repeatable test results, which can also be correlated among various test
laboratories. These tolerances are not meant to represent a complete set of
engineering specifications for test equipment; rather, they should serve as
guidelines for achieving reliable test results.
2. Test rims
2.1. Width
For passenger car tyre rims (C1 tyres), the test rim width shall be the same as the
measuring rim determined in ISO 4000-1: 2010 clause 6.2.2.
For truck and bus tyres (C2 and C3), the rim width shall be the same as the
measuring rim determined in ISO 4209-1:2001, clause 5.1.3.
In cases where the width is not defined in the above mentioned ISO Standards,
the rim width as defined by one of the standards organizations as specified in
Appendix 4 to Annex D may be used.
2.2. Run-out
Run-out shall meet the following criteria:
(a) Maximum radial run-out: 0.5 mm;

(b) Maximum lateral run-out: 0.5 mm.
3. Drum / tyre alignment
General:
Angle deviations are critical to the test results.
3.1. Load application
The direction of tyre loading application shall be kept normal to the test surface
and shall pass through the wheel centre within
(a) 1 mrad for the force and deceleration methods;
(b) 5 mrad for the torque and power methods.
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3.2. Tyre alignment

3.2.1. Camber angle
The plane of the wheel shall be perpendicular to the test surface within 2 mrad for
all methods.
3.2.2. Slip angle
The plane of the tyre shall be parallel to the direction of the test surface motion
within 1 mrad for all methods.
4. Control accuracy
Test conditions shall be maintained at their specified values, independent of
perturbations induced by the tyre and rim non-uniformity, such that the overall
variability of the rolling resistance measurement is minimized. In order to meet this
requirement, the average value of measurements taken during the rolling resistance
data collection period shall be within the accuracies stated as follows:
(a) Tyre loading:
(i) For LI ≤ 121 ±20 N or ±0.5 per cent, whichever is greater;
(ii) For LI > 121 ±45 N or ±0.5 per cent whichever is greater;
(b) Cold inflation pressure: ±3 kPa;
(c) Surface speed:
(i) ±0.2 km/h for the power, torque and deceleration methods;
(ii) ±0.5 km/h for the force method;
(d) Time:
(i) ±0.02 s for the time increments specified in Annex D, paragraph 3.5.(b)
for the data acquisition in the deceleration method in ∆ω/∆t form;
(ii) ±0.2 per cent for the time increments specified in Annex D,
paragraph 3.5.(a) for the data acquisition in the deceleration method in
dω/dt form;
(iii) ±5 per cent for the other time durations specified in Annex D.
5. Instrumentation accuracy
The instrumentation used for readout and recording of test data shall be accurate
within the tolerances stated below:
Parameter Load index ≤ 121 Load index > 121
Tyre load ±10 N or ±0.5 % (a)

±30 N or ±0.5 % (a)
Inflation pressure ±1 kPa ±1.5 kPa
Spindle force +/- 0.5 N or +/- 0.5% (a) +/- 1.0 N or +/- 0.5% (a)
Torque input +/- 0.5 Nm or +/- 0.5% (a) +/- 1.0 Nm or +/- 0.5% (a)
Distance ±1 mm ±1 mm
Electrical power ±10 W ±20 W
Temperature ±0.2 °C
Surface speed ±0.1 km/h
Time ±0.01 s - ±0.1 % - ±10 s(b)
Angular velocity ±0.1 %
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(a)
Whichever is greater.
(b)
±0.01 s for the time increments specified in Annex D, paragraph 3.5.(b) for the data acquisition in
the deceleration method in ∆ω/∆t form
±0.1 per cent for the time increments specified in Annex D, paragraph 3.5.(a) for the data acquisition
in the deceleration method in dω/dt form
± 10 sec for the other time durations specified in Annex D.
6. Compensation for load/spindle force interaction and load misalignment for the
force method only
Compensation of both load/spindle force interaction ("cross talk") and load

misalignment may be achieved either by recording the spindle force for both
forward and reverse tyre rotation or by dynamic machine calibration. If spindle
force is recorded for forward and reverse directions (at each test condition),
compensation is achieved by subtracting the "reverse" value from the "forward"
value and dividing the result by two. If dynamic machine calibration is intended,
the compensation terms may be easily incorporated in the data reduction.
In cases where reverse tyre rotation immediately follows the completion of the
forward tyre rotation, a warm-up time for reverse tyre rotation shall be at least 10
minutes for Class C1 tyres and 30 minutes for all other tyre types.
7. Test surface roughness
The roughness, measured laterally, of the smooth steel drum surface shall have a
maximum centreline average height value of 6.3 m.
Note:In cases where a textured drum surface is used instead of a smooth steel
surface, this fact is noted in the test report. The surface texture shall then be 180
m deep (80 grit) and the laboratory is responsible for maintaining the surface
roughness characteristics. No specific correction factor is recommended for cases
where a textured drum surface is used.
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ANNEX –D
Appendix - 2
(See 2.2 of ANNEX D )
Measuring rim width
1. Class C1 tyres
The measuring rim width Rm is equal to the product of the nominal section width
SN and the coefficient K2:
Rm = K2 x SN
rounded to the nearest standardized rim, where K2 is the rim/section width ratio
coefficient. For tyres mounted on 5° drop-centre rims with a nominal diameter
expressed by a two-figure code:
K2 = 0.7 for nominal aspect ratios 95 to 75
K2= 0.75 for nominal aspect ratios 70 to 60
K2 = 0.8 for nominal aspect ratios 55 and 50
K2 = 0.85 for nominal aspect ratio 45
K2 = 0.9 for nominal aspect ratios 40 to 30
K2 = 0.92 for nominal aspect ratios 20 and 25
2. Class C2 and C3 tyres

The measuring rim width Rm is equal to the product of the nominal section width
SN, and the coefficient K4:
Rm = K4 x SN rounded to the nearest standardized rim width.
Table 1
Coefficients for determining measuring rim width
Tyre Structure Code Type of rim Nominal aspect ratio H/S Measuring rim/ section ratio K4
B, D, R 5º tapered 100 to 75 0.70

70 and 65 0.75
60 0.75
55 0.80
50 0.80
45 0.85
40 0.90
15º tapered 90 to 65 0.75
(drop-centre) 60 0.80
55 0.80
50 0.80
45 0.85
40 0.85
Note:Other factors may be established for new tyre concepts (structures).
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Appendix - 3
Test report and test data (Rolling resistance)
Part 1: Report
1. Testing Agency: ................................................................................................
2. Name and address of applicant: ........................................................................
3. Test report No.: ..................................................................................................
4. Manufacturer and brand name or trade description: .........................................
5. Tyre class (C1, C2 or C3): ................................................................................
6. Category of use: ................................................................................................
7. Rolling resistance coefficient
(temperature and drum diameter corrected): .....................................................
8. Comments (if any): ...........................................................................................
9. Date: .................................................................................................................
10. Signature: ..........................................................................................................
Part 2: Test data
1. Date of test: .......................................................................................................
2. Test machine identification and drum diameter/surface: ..................................
3. Test tyre details: ................................................................................................
3.1. Tyre size designation and service description: .................................................
3.2. Tyre brand and trade description: .....................................................................
3.3. Reference inflation pressure:
..................................................................................................................... kP
a
4. Test data: ..........................................................................................................
4.1. Measurement method: ......................................................................................
4.2. Test speed: ............................................................................................... km/h
4.3. Load: ............................................................................................................. N
4.4. Test inflation pressure, initial: ..........................................................................
4.5. Distance from the tyre axis to the drum outer surface under steady state
conditions, rL: ............................................................................................... m
4.6. Test rim width and material: .............................................................................
4.7. Ambient temperature: .................................................................................. °C
4.8. Skim test load (except deceleration method): ............................................... N
5. Rolling resistance coefficient: ..........................................................................
5.1. Initial value (or average in the case of more than 1): ............................... N/kN
5.2. Temperature corrected N/kN: ...........................................................................
5.3. Temperature and drum diameter corrected: ............................................. N/kN
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Appendix - 4
(See 2.2 of ANNEX D )
Tyre standards organizations
1. The Tire and Rim Association, Inc. (TRA)
2. The European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO)
3. The Japan Automobile Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (JATMA)
4. The Tyre and Rim Association of Australia (TRAA)
5. South Africa Bureau of Standards (SABS)
6. China Association for Standardization (CAS)
7. Indian Tyre Technical Advisory Committee (ITTAC)
8. International Standards Organisation (ISO)
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Appendix - 5
Deceleration method: Measurements and data processing for deceleration value
obtaining in differential form dω/dt.
1. Record dependency "distance-time" of rotating body decelerated from
peripheral with a speed range such as 82 to 78 km/h or 62 to 58 km/h
dependent on tyre class (Annex D, paragraph 3.2., Table 1) in a discrete form
(Figure 1) for a rotating body:
z = f(tz)
Where:
z is a number of body revolutions during deceleration;
tz is end time of revolution number z in seconds recorded with 6 digits after
zero.
Figure 1
z
z4 4
z3 3
z2 2
z1 1
0 t1 t 2 t3 t4 t
Note 1:The lower speed of the recording range may be reduced down to 60
km/h when test speed is 80 km/h and 40 km/h when the test speed is
60 km/h.
2. Approximate recorded dependency by continuous, monotonic, differentiable
function:
2.1. Choose the value nearest to the maximum of z dividable by 4 and divide it
into 4 equal parts with bounds: 0, z1(t1), z2(t2), z3(t3), z4(t4).
2.2. Work out the system for 4 equations each of the form:
cos B(T  t m )
z m  A ln
cos BT
Where unknowns:
A is a dimensionless constant,
B is a constant in revolutions per second,
TΣ is a constant in seconds,
m is the number of bounds shown in figure 1.
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Insert in these 4 equations the coordinates of 4-th bound above.

2.3. Take constants A, B and TΣ as the solution of the equation system of
paragraph 2.2. above using iteration process and approximate measured data
by formulae:
cos B(T  t )
z( t )  A ln
cos BT
Where:
z(t) is the current continuous angular distance in number of revolutions (not
only integer values);
t is time in seconds.
Note 2: Other approximating functions z = f(tz) may be used if their adequacy
is proven.
3. Calculate the deceleration j in revolutions per second squared (s-2) by the
formula:
2
j  AB2 
A
Where:
ω is the angular speed in revolutions per second (s-1).
For the case Un = 80 km/h; ω = 22.222/Rr (or R).
For the case Un = 60 km/h; ω = 16.666/Rr (or R).
4. Estimate the quality of approximation of measured data and its accuracy by
parameters:
4.1. Standard deviation in percentages:
n 2
1  z( t ) 

n 1 1
1  z   100%
 
4.2. Coefficient of determination

n
2
 z  z( t) 2
R  1 1
 z  z 
n
2
Where:
n
1 1 1 n
z
n  z  n 1  2    n  
z 1
2
Note 3: The above calculations for this variant of the deceleration method for
tyre rolling resistance measurement can be executed by the computer program
"Deceleration Calculator" downloadable from the WP.29 website as well as
any software which allows the calculation of nonlinear regression.
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ANNEX - E
(See 3.5)
PROCEDURES FOR SNOW PERFORMANCE TESTING RELATIVE TO

SNOW TYRE FOR USE IN SEVERE SNOW CONDITIONS
1. Specific definitions for snow test when different from existing ones
1.1. "Test run" means a single pass of a loaded tyre over a given test surface.
1.2. "Braking test" means a series of a specified number of ABS-braking test runs
of the same tyre repeated within a short time frame.
1.3. "Traction test" means a series of a specified number of spin-traction test runs
according to ASTM standard F1805-06 of the same tyre repeated within a
short time frame.
1.4. "Acceleration test" means a series of specified number of traction controlled
acceleration test runs of the same tyre repeated within a short timeframe.
2. Spin traction method for Classes C1 and C2 tyres (traction force test per
paragraph 6.4. (b) of this Standard)
The test procedure of ASTM standard F1805-06 shall be used to assess snow
performance through spin traction values on medium packed snow (The snow
compaction index measured with a CTI penetrometer shall be between 70
and 80).
2.1. The test course surface shall be composed of a medium packed snow surface,
as characterized in table A2.1 of ASTM standard F1805-06.
2.2. The tyre load for testing shall be as per option 2 in paragraph 11.9.2. of
ASTM standard F1805-06.
3. Braking on snow method for Classes C1 and C2 tyres
3.1. General conditions
3.1.1. Test course
The braking tests shall be done on a flat test surface of sufficient length and
width, with a maximum 2 per cent gradient, covered with packed snow.
The snow surface shall be composed of a hard packed snow base at least 3 cm
thick and a surface layer of medium packed and prepared snow about 2 cm
thick.
The air temperature, measured about one meter above the ground, shall be
between -2 °C and -15 °C; the snow temperature, measured at a depth of
about one centimetre, shall be between 4 °C and -15 °C.
It is recommended to avoid direct sunlight, large variations of sunlight or

humidity, as well as wind.
The snow compaction index measured with a CTI penetrometer1 shall be
between 75 and 85.
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3.1.2. Vehicle
The test shall be conducted with a standard production vehicle in good

running order and equipped with an ABS system.
The vehicle used shall be such that the loads on each wheel are appropriate
to the tyres being tested. Several different tyre sizes can be tested on the same
vehicle.
3.1.3 Tyres
The tyres should be "broken-in" prior to testing to remove spew, compound

nodules or flashes resulting from the moulding process. The tyre surface in
contact with snow shall be cleaned before performing a test.
Tyres shall be conditioned at the outdoor ambient temperature at least two

hours before their mounting for tests. Tyre pressures shall then be adjusted to
the values specified for the test.
In case a vehicle cannot accommodate both the reference and candidate tyres,
a third tyre ("control" tyre) may be used as an intermediate. First test control
vs. reference on another vehicle, then test candidate vs. control on the vehicle.
3.1.4. Load and pressure
3.1.4.1. For C1 tyres, the vehicle load shall be such that the resulting loads on the
tyres are between 60 per cent and 90 per cent of the load corresponding to the
tyre load index.
The cold inflation pressure shall be 240 kPa.

3.1.4.2. For C2 tyres, the vehicle load shall be such that the resulting loads on the
tyres are between 60 per cent and 100 per cent of the load corresponding to
the tyre load index.
The static tyre load on the same axle should not differ by more than 10 per
cent.
The inflation pressure is calculated to run at constant deflection:
For a vertical load higher or equal to 75 per cent of the load capacity of the
tyre, a constant deflection is applied, hence the test inflation pressure "Pt"
shall be calculated as follows:
1.25
Q 
Pt  Pr  t 
 Qr 
Qr is the maximum load associated to the load capacity index of the tyre
written on the sidewall
Pr is the reference pressure corresponding to the maximum load capacity Qr
Qt is the static test load of the tyre
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For a vertical load lower than 75 per cent of the load capacity of the tyre, a
constant inflation pressure is applied, hence the test inflation pressure Pt
shall be calculated as follows:
Pt  Pr 0.75 
1.25
 (0.7 ) Pr
Pr is the reference pressure corresponding to the maximum load capacity Qr
Check the tyre pressure just prior to testing at ambient temperature.
3.1.5. Instrumentation
The vehicle shall be fitted with calibrated sensors suitable for measurements
in winter. There shall be a data acquisition system to store measurements.
The accuracy of measurement sensors and systems shall be such that the
relative uncertainty of the measured or computed mean fully developed
decelerations is less than 1 per cent.
3.2. Testing sequences
3.2.1. For every candidate tyre and the standard reference tyre, ABS-braking test
runs shall be repeated a minimum of 6 times.
The zones where ABS-braking is fully applied shall not overlap.
When a new set of tyres is tested, the runs are performed after shifting aside
the vehicle trajectory in order not to brake on the tracks of the previous tyre.
When it is no longer possible not to overlap full ABS-braking zones, the test
course shall be re-groomed.
Required sequence:
6 repeats SRTT, then shift aside to test next tyre on fresh surface
6 repeats Candidate 1, then shift aside
6 repeats Candidate 2, then shift aside
6 repeats SRTT, then shift aside
3.2.2. Order of testing:
If only one candidate tyre is to be evaluated, the order of testing shall be:
R1 - T - R2
Where:
R1is the initial test of the SRTT, R2 is the repeat test of the SRTT and T is
the test of the candidate tyre to be evaluated.
A maximum of two candidate tyres may be tested before repeating the SRTT
test, for example:
R1 - T1 - T2 - R2.
3.2.3. The comparative tests of SRTT and candidate tyres shall be repeated on two
different days.
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3.3. Test procedure

3.3.1. Drive the vehicle at a speed not lower than 28 km/h.
3.3.2. When the measuring zone has been reached, the vehicle gear is set into
neutral, the brake pedal is depressed sharply by a constant force sufficient to
cause operation of the ABS on all wheels of the vehicle and to result in stable
deceleration of the vehicle and held down until the speed is lower than 8
km/h.
3.3.3. The mean fully developed deceleration between 25 km/h and 10 km/h shall
be computed from time, distance, speed, or acceleration measurements.
3.4. Data evaluation and presentation of results
3.4.1. Parameters to be reported
3.4.1.1. For each tyre and each braking test, the mean and standard deviation of the
mfdd shall be computed and reported.
The coefficient of variation CV of a tyre braking test shall be computed as:
Std .dev tyre 

CV tyre  
Mean tyre 
3.4.1.2. Weighted averages of two successive tests of the SRTT shall be computed
taking into account the number of candidate tyres in between:
In the case of the order of testing R1 - T - R2, the weighted average of the
SRTT to be used in the comparison of the performance of the candidate tyre
shall be taken to be:
wa (SRTT) = (R1 + R2)/2
Where:
R1 is the mean mfdd for the first test of the SRTT and R2 is the mean mfdd
for the second test of the SRTT.
In the case of the order of testing R1 – T1 – T2 – R2, the weighted average

(wa) of the SRTT to be used in the comparison of the performance of the
candidate tyre shall be taken to be:
wa (SRTT) = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2 for comparison with the candidate tyre T1;
and:
wa (SRTT) = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2 for comparison with the candidate tyre T2.
3.4.1.3. The snow grip index (SG) in per cent of a candidate tyre shall be computed
as:
Mean (candidate )
Snow Grip Index ( candidate ) 
wa (SRTT )
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3.4.2. Statistical validations
The sets of repeats of measured or computed mfdd for each tyre should be
examined for normality, drift, eventual outliers.
The consistency of the means and standard-deviations of successive braking

tests of SRTT should be examined.
The means of two successive SRTT braking tests shall not differ by more
than 5 per cent.
The coefficient of variation of any braking test shall be less than 6 per cent.
If those conditions are not met, tests shall be performed again after re-
grooming the test course.
3.4.3. In the case where the candidate tyres cannot be fitted to the same vehicle as
the SRTT, for example, due to tyre size, inability to achieve required loading
and so on, comparison shall be made using intermediate tyres, hereinafter
referred to as "control tyres", and two different vehicles. One vehicle shall be
capable of being fitted with the SRTT and the control tyre and the other
vehicle shall be capable of being fitted with the control tyre and the candidate
tyre.
3.4.3.1. The snow grip index of the control tyre relative to the SRTT (SG1) and of the
candidate tyre relative to the control tyre (SG2) shall be established using the
procedure in paragraphs 3.1. to 3.4.2. above.
The snow grip index of the candidate tyre relative to the SRTT shall be the
product of the two resulting snow grip indices that is SG1 x SG2.
3.4.3.2. The ambient conditions shall be comparable. All tests shall be completed
within the same day.
3.4.3.3. The same set of control tyres shall be used for comparison with the SRTT
and with the candidate tyre and shall be fitted in the same wheel positions.
3.4.3.4. Control tyres that have been used for testing shall subsequently be stored
under the same conditions as required for the SRTT.
3.4.3.5. The SRTT and control tyres shall be discarded if there is irregular wear or
damage or when the performance appears to have been deteriorated.
4. Acceleration method for Class C3 tyres
4.1. According to the definition of C3 tyres reported into paragraph 2.4.3. above,
the additional classification for the purpose of this test method only applies:
(a) C3 Narrow (C3N), when the C3 tyre nominal section width is lower
than 285 mm
(b) C3Wide (C3W), when the C3 tyre nominal section width is greater or
equal to 285 mm
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4.2. Methods for measuring Snow grip index
Snow performance is based on a test method by which the average

acceleration in an acceleration test, of a candidate tyre is compared to that of
a standard reference tyre.
The relative performance shall be indicated by a snow grip index (SG).
When tested in accordance with the acceleration test in paragraph 4.7. below,
the average acceleration of a candidate snow tyre shall be at least 1.25
compared to one of the two equivalent SRTTs – ASTM F 2870 and
ASTM F 2871.
4.3. Measuring equipment
4.3.1. A sensor suitable for measuring speed and distance covered on snow/ice
surface between two speeds must be used.
To measure vehicle speed, a fifth wheel or non-contact speed-measuring

system (including radar, GPS) shall be used.
4.3.2. The following tolerances shall be respected:
(a) For speed measurements: ±1 per cent (km/h) or 0.5 km/h whichever is
greater.
(b) For distance measurements: ±1 x 10-1 m
4.3.3. A display of the measured speed or the difference between the measured
speed and the reference speed for the test is recommended inside the vehicle
so that the driver can adjust the speed of the vehicle.
4.3.4. For Acceleration test covered in paragraph 4.7. below, a display of the slip
ratio of the driven tyres is recommended inside the vehicle and shall be used
in the particular case of paragraph 4.7.2.1.1. below.
The slip ratio is calculated by

 Wheel Speed  Vehicle Speed 
Slip Ratio %     100
 Vehicle Speed 
(a) Vehicle speed is measured as defined in 4.3.1. above (m/s)
(b) Wheel speed is calculated on a tyre of the driven axle by measuring
its angular velocity and its loaded diameter
Wheel Speed  π  loaded diameter  angular speed

Where, π = 3.1416 (m/360deg), the loaded diameter (m) and the angular
speed (revolution per second = 360 deg/sec).
4.3.5. A data acquisition system can be used for storing the measurements.
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4.4. General conditions

4.4.1. Test course
The test shall be done on a flat test surface of sufficient length and width,
with a maximum 2 per cent gradient, covered with packed snow.
4.4.1.1. The snow surface shall be composed of a hard packed snow base at least 3
cm thick and a surface layer of medium packed and prepared snow about 2
cm thick.
4.4.1.2. The snow compaction index measured with a CTI penetrometer shall be
between 80 and 90. Refer to the appendix of ASTM F1805 for additional
details on measuring method.
4.4.1.3. The air temperature, measured about one meter above the ground, shall be
between -2 °C and -15 °C; the snow temperature, measured at a depth of
about one centimetre, shall be between -4 °C and -15 °C.
Air temperature shall not vary more than 10 deg C during the test.
4.5. Tyres preparation and break-in
4.5.1. Fit the test tyres on rims as per ISO 4209-1 using conventional mounting
methods. Ensure proper bead seating by the use of a suitable lubricant.
Excessive use of lubricant should be avoided to prevent slipping of the tyre
on the wheel rim.
4.5.2. The tyres should be "broken-in" prior to testing to remove spew, compound
nodules or flashes resulting from moulding process.
4.5.3. Tyres shall be conditioned at the outdoor ambient temperature at least two
hours before their mounting for tests.
They should be placed such that they all have the same ambient temperature
prior to testing and be shielded from the sun to avoid excessive heating by
solar radiation.
The tyre surface in contact with snow shall be cleaned before performing a
test.
Tyre pressures shall then be adjusted to the values specified for the test.
4.6. Testing sequence
If only one candidate tyre is to be evaluated, the order of testing shall be:
R1, T, R2
Where:
R1 is the initial test of the SRTT, R2 is the repeat test of the SRTT and T is
the test of the candidate tyre to be evaluated.
A maximum of 3 candidate tyres may be tested before repeating the SRTT

test, for example: R1, T1, T2, T3, R2.
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Recommendations are that the zones where acceleration is fully applied shall
not overlap without reworking and when a new set of tyres is tested;
The runs are performed after shifting the vehicle trajectory in order not to
accelerate on the tracks of the previous tyre; when it is no longer possible not
to overlap full acceleration zones, the test course should be re-groomed.
4.7. Acceleration on snow test procedure for snow grip index of Classes C3N and
C3W
4.7.1. Principle
The test method covers a procedure for measuring the snow grip performance
of commercial vehicle tyres during acceleration, using a commercial vehicle
having a Traction Control System (TCS, ASR, etc.).
Starting with a defined initial speed, the full throttle is applied to activate the
Traction Control System, the Average acceleration is calculated between two
defined speeds.
4.7.2. Vehicle
4.7.2.1. The test shall be conducted with a 2 axles standard model commercial vehicle
in good running conditions equipped with:
(a) Low rear axle weight and an engine powerful enough to maintain the
average percentage of slip during the test as required in paragraphs
4.7.5.1. and 4.7.5.2.1. below;
(b) A manual gearbox (automatic gearbox with manual shift allowed)
having a gear ratio covering the speed range of at least 19 km/h
between 4 km/h and 30 km/h;
(c) Differential lock on driven axle is recommended to improve
repeatability;
(d) A standard commercial system controlling/limiting the slip of the
driving axle during acceleration (Traction Control, ASR, TCS, etc.).
4.7.2.1.1. In the particular case where a standard commercial vehicle equipped with a
traction control system is not available, a vehicle without Traction
Control/ASR/TCS is permitted provided the vehicle is fitted with a system to
display the percentage slip as stated in paragraph 4.3.4. of this annex and a
mandatory differential lock on the driven axle used in accordance with
operating procedure 4.7.5.2.1. below. If a differential lock is available it shall
be used; if the differential lock, however, is not available, the average slip
ratio should be measured on the left and right driven wheel.
4.7.2.2. The permitted modifications are:

(a) Those allowing to increase the number of tyre sizes capable to be
mounted on the vehicle;
(b) Those permitting to install an automatic activation of the acceleration
and the measurements.
Any other modification of the acceleration system is prohibited.
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4.7.3. Vehicle fitting
The rear driven axle may be indifferently fitted with 2 or 4 test tyres if
respecting the loading by tyre.
The front steer non driven axle is equipped with 2 tyres having a size suitable
for the axle load. These 2 front tyres could be maintained along the test.
4.7.4. Load and inflation pressure
4.7.4.1. The static load on each rear driven test tyres must be between 20 per cent and
55 per cent of the tested tyre load capacity written on the sidewall.
The vehicle front steer total static axle load should be between 60 per cent
and 160 per cent of the driven rear total axle load.
The static tyre load on the same driven axle should not differ by more than
10 per cent.
4.7.4.2. The driven tyres inflation pressure shall be 70 per cent of the one written on
the sidewall.
The steer tyres are inflated at nominal sidewall pressure.
If the pressure is not marked on the sidewall, refer to the specified pressure
in applicable tyre standards manuals corresponding to maximum load
capacity.
4.7.5. Testing runs
4.7.5.1. Mount first the set of reference tyres on the vehicle and when on the testing
area.
Drive the vehicle at a constant speed between 4 km/h and 11 km/h and the
gear ratio capable of covering the speed range of at least 19 km/h for the
complete test programme (e.g. R-T1-T2-T3-R).
The recommended gear ratio selected is 3rd or 4th and shall give a minimum
10 per cent average slip ratio in the measured range of speed.
4.7.5.2. In case of Traction Control System equipped vehicles (already switched "on"
before the run) apply full throttle until the vehicle has reached the final speed.
Final speed = Initial speed + 15 km/h
No rearward restraining force shall be applied to the test vehicle.
4.7.5.2.1. In the particular case of paragraph 4.7.2.1.1. of this annex where a standard
commercial vehicle equipped with a traction control system is not available,
the driver shall manually maintain the average slip ratio between 10 and 40
per cent (controlled slip procedure in place of the full slip) within the
prescribed range of speeds. If a differential lock is not available, the averaged
slip ratio difference between the left and right driven wheel shall not be
higher than 8 per cent for each run. All the tyres and runs in the test session
are performed with controlled slip procedure.
4.7.5.3. Measure the distance and the time between the initial speed and the final
speed.
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4.7.5.4. For every candidate tyre and the standard reference tyre, the acceleration test
runs shall be repeated a minimum of 6 times and the coefficients of variation
(standard deviation/average*100) calculated for minimum 6 valid runs on the
distance and the time should be lower than or equal to 6 per cent.
4.7.5.5. In case of Traction Control System equipped vehicle, the average slip ratio
shall be in the range from 13 per cent to 40 per cent (calculated as per in
paragraph 4.3.4. of this annex).
4.7.5.6 Apply testing sequence as defined in paragraph 4.6. above.
4.8. Processing of measurement results
4.8.1. Calculation of the average acceleration AA
Each time the measurement is repeated, the average acceleration AA (m∙s-2)
is calculated by
S f 2  Si 2
AA 
2D
Where D (m) is the distance covered between the initial speed Si (m.s-1) and
the final speed Sf (m.s-1).
4.8.2. Validation of results
The coefficient of variation of the average acceleration is calculated for all
the candidate tyres. If one coefficient of variation is greater than 6 per cent,
discard the data for this candidate tyre and repeat the test.
stdev
coefficient of variation   100
average

If the coefficient of variation of the average acceleration "AA" for each group
of min 6 runs of the reference tyre is higher than 6 per cent, discard all data
and repeat the test for all tyres (the candidate tyres and the reference tyre).
In addition and in order to take in account possible test evolution, the
coefficient of validation is calculated on the basis of the average values of any
two consecutive groups of min 6 runs of the reference tyre. If the coefficient
of validation is greater than 6 per cent, discard the data for all the candidate
tyres and repeat the test.
Average2  Average1
coefficient of validation   100
Average1
4.8.3. Calculation of the "average AA"

If R1 is the average of the "AA" values in the first test of the reference tyre,
R2 is the average of the "AA" values in the second test of the reference tyre,
the following operations are performed, according to Table 1:
Table 1
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If the number of sets of candidate and the set of candidate tyres to be then "Ra" is calculated by applying
tyres between two successive runs qualified is: the following:
of the reference tyre is:
1  R - T1 – R T1 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)

T1 Ra = 2/3 R1 + 1/3 R2
2  R - T1 – T2 – R
T2 Ra = 1/3 R1 + 2/3 R2
T1 Ra = 3/4 R1 + 1/4 R2
3  R - T1 – T2 - T3 – R T2 Ra = 1/2 (R1 + R2)
T3 Ra = 1/4 R1 + 3/4 R2
"Ta" (a = 1, 2, …) is the average of the AA values for a test of a candidate

tyre.
4.8.4. "AFC" Calculation (Acceleration Force Coefficient)
Also called AFC Acceleration Force Coefficient
Calculation on of AFC(Ta) and AFC(Ra) as defined in Table 2:
Table 2
The acceleration force coefficient

"AFC" is:
Ra
Reference tyre AFC(R) =
g
Ta
Candidate tyre AFC(T) =
g
Ra and Ta are in m/s²
"g"= gravity acceleration (rounded to 9.81 m/s2)
4.8.5. Calculation of the relative snow grip index of the tyre
The Snow grip index represents the relative performance of the candidate tyre
compared to the reference tyre.
AFC(T)
Snow Grip Index 
AFC(R)
4.8.6. Calculation of the slip ratio
The slip ratio can be calculated as the average of Slip ratio as mentioned in
paragraph 4.3.4. above or by comparing the average distance referred to in
paragraph 4.7.5.3. above of the min 6 runs to the distance of a run done
without slip (very low acceleration)
 Average distance  No slip distance 
Slip Ratio %     100
 No slip distance 
No slip distance means the wheel distance calculated on a run done with a
constant speed or a continuous low acceleration.
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4.9. Snow grip performance comparison between a candidate tyre and a reference
tyre using a control tyre
4.9.1. Scope
When the candidate tyre size is significantly different from the reference tyre
a direct comparison on the same vehicle may be not possible. This is an
approach using an intermediate tyre, hereinafter called the control tyre.
4.9.2. Principle of the approach
The principle lies upon the use of a control tyre and 2 different vehicles for
the assessment of a candidate tyre in comparison with a reference tyre.
One vehicle can fit the reference tyre and the control tyre, the other the
control tyre and the candidate tyre. All conditions are in conformity with
paragraph 4.7. above .
The first assessment is a comparison between the control tyre and the
reference tyre. The result (Snow Grip Index 1) is the relative efficiency of
the control tyre compared to the reference tyre.
The second assessment is a comparison between the candidate tyre and the
control tyre. The result (Snow grip index 2) is the relative efficiency of the
candidate tyre compared to the control tyre.
The second assessment is done on the same track as the first one. The air
temperature must be in the range of +/- 5 deg C of the temperature of the
first assessment. The control tyre set is the same set as the set used for the
first assessment.
The snow grip performance index of the candidate tyre compared to the
reference tyre is deduced by multiplying the relative efficiencies calculated
above:
Snow Grip Index  SG1  SG2
4.9.3. Selection of a set of tyres as a control tyre set
A control tyre set is a group of identical tyres made in the same factory during
one week period.
4.10. Storage and preservation
Before the first assessment (control tyre / reference tyre), normal storage
conditions can be used. It is necessary that all the tyres of a control tyre set
have been stored in the same conditions.
As soon as the control tyre set has been assessed in comparison with the
reference tyre, specific storage conditions shall be applied for control tyres
replacement.
When irregular wear or damage results from tests, or when wear influences
the test results, the use of the tyre shall be discontinued.
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ANNEX- E
Appendix 1
Pictogram definition of "Alpine Symbol"
Minimum 15 mm base and 15 mm height.
Above drawing not to scale.
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ANNEX- E
Appendix 2
Test reports and test data for C1 and C2 tyres
Part 1 - Report
1. Test Agency:
..................................................................................................................................
2. Name and address of

applicant:
..................................................................................................................................
3. Test report No.:

..................................................................................................................................
4. Manufacturer and brand name or trade description:

..................................................................................................................................
5. Tyre class:
..................................................................................................................................
6. Category of use:
..................................................................................................................................
7. Snow index relative to SRTT according to paragraph 6.4.1.1.
7.1. Test procedure and SRTT used

..................................................................................................................................

..................................................................................................................................
9. Date:
..................................................................................................................................
10. Signature:
..................................................................................................................................
Part 2 - Test data
1. Date of test:
..................................................................................................................................

..................................................................................................................................
2.1. Test track characteristics:
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At start of tests At end of tests Specification
Weather
Ambient temperature -2 °C to -15 °C
Snow temperature -4 °C to -15 °C
CTI index 75 to 85
Other
3. Test vehicle (make, model and type,

year):
..................................................................................................................................
4. Test tyre
details
..................................................................................................................................
4.1. Tyre size designation and service

description:
..................................................................................................................................
4.2. Tyre brand and trade

description:
..................................................................................................................................
4.3. Test tyre

data:
..................................................................................................................................
SRTT (1st test) Candidate Candidate SRTT (2nd test)
Tyre dimensions
Test rim width code
Tyre loads F/R (kg)
Load index F/R ( per cent)
Tyre pressure F/R(kPa)
5. Test results: mean fully developed decelerations (m/s²) / traction coefficient.1
Run number Specification SRTT (1st test) Candidate Candidate SRTT (2nd test)
1
2
3
1Strike out what does not apply.

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Run number Specification SRTT (1st test) Candidate Candidate SRTT (2nd test)
4
5
6
Mean
Std-deviation
CV (%) <6%
Validation (SRTT)
SRTT <5%
SRTT
average
Snow index 100
ANNEX- E
Appendix 3
Test reports and test data for C3 tyres
Part 1 - Report
1. Test Agency:
2. Name and address of

applicant:
3. Test report No.:
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4. Manufacturer and brand name or trade description:
5. Tyre class:
6. Category of use:
7. Snow index relative to SRTT according to paragraph 6.4.1.1.
7.1. Test procedure and SRTT used
9. Date:
10. Signature:
Part 2 - Test data
1. Date of test:
2.1. Test track characteristics:

At start of tests At end of tests Specification
Weather
Ambient temperature -2 °C to -15 °C
Snow temperature -4 °C to -15 °C
CTI index 80 to 90
Other
3. Test vehicle (make, model and type,

year):
4. Test tyre details
4.1. Tyre size designation and service description:
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4.2. Tyre brand and trade description:
4.3. Test tyre data:
SRTT (1st test) Candidate 1 Candidate 2 Candidate 3 SRTT (2nd test)
Tyre dimensions
Test rim width code
Tyre loads F/R (kg)
Load index F/R (per

cent)
Tyre pressure F/R

(kPa)
5. Test results: average accelerations (m/s²)
Run number Specification SRTT (1st Candidate 1 Candidate 2 Candidate 3 SRTT (2nd test)
test)
Mean
Std-deviation
Slip ratio (per

cent)
CV (per cent) ≤ 6 per cent
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Validation (SRTT) ≤ 6
SRTT per cent
SRTT average
Snow index 1,00
ANNEX - F
(See 5.2.2.)
INFORMATION TO BE SUBMITTED FOR TYPE APPROVAL OF TYRES
1. Manufacturer’s name and Address;

2. Telephone no;
3. Fax no.;
4. Email address;
5. Contact person;
6. Tyre size Designation;
7. Brand(s) name(s) and/or Trade description(s);
8. Category of use (Normal / Special / Snow/Severe Snow);
9. Structure: Diagonal (bias ply /bias belted) / Radial
10. Speed category;
11. Ply rating and maximum load in kg (corresponding to ply rating) and / or
load index and maximum load, in kg (corresponding to load index), as
applicable;
12. Whether the tyre is to be used with or without inner tube;
13. Whether the tyre is normal or reinforced;
14. Overall width (mm);
15. Overall diameter (mm);
16. Rim on which tyre can be mounted;
17. Measuring Rim and test rim;
18. Inflation Pressure for dimensional measurements (kPa);
19. Factor X in case of theoretical (imaginary) rim, if applicable;
19.1 Maximum cold inflation pressure, in kPa, corresponding to maximum
load carrying capacity
19.2 Test inflation pressure, kPa;
20. Intended for use on (type of vehicle);
21. Numbers and height of tread wear indicators;
22. Type of tread pattern (Lug or Rib); and
23. Drawing or photograph in tripilicate identifying tyre tread pattern, side
wall marking and relevant dimensions of inflated tyre mounted on the
measuring rim
24 Tyre class (C1,C2 or C3)
25 Traction tyre (Yes /No)
26 Range of Tyre size designations applicable to the tread pattern
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ANNEX - G
(See Introduction)
COMPOSITION OF AISC PANEL ON
Evaluation of Tyres With Regard to Rolling Sound Emissions and/or to Adhesion on
Wet Surfaces and/or to Rolling Resistance
NAME ORGANISATION
Convener
Shri A. A. Badusha The Automotive Research Association of India
Members Representing
Shri Vijay L. Sadavarte The Automotive Research Association of India
Shri V. S. Khairatkar The Automotive Research Association of India
Shri Shreyas Bharadwaj The Automotive Research Association of India
Shri N. R. Kachare Central Institute of Road Transport
Shri S. B. Salunkhe Central Institute of Road Transport
Shri Prashant Vijay International Centre for Automotive
Technology
Shri Abhishaek Kumar International Centre for Automotive
Technology
Shri Siddharth Tripathi International Centre for Automotive
Technology
Shri Niteesh K. Shukla Indian Rubber Manufacturers Research
Association
Dr. P. P. Chattaraj NATRiP
Shri S. Ravishankar SIAM (Ashok Leyland Ltd.)
Shri Ved Prakash Gautam SIAM (Ashok Leyland Ltd.)
Shri S. Muthu Kumar SIAM (Honda Cars-R&D India)
Shri V. G. Kulkarni SIAM (Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. Truck &
Bus Division)
Shri Shailesh Kulkarni SIAM (Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd.)
Shri Ramkumar S SIAM (Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.)
Shri Raj Kumar Diwedi SIAM (Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.)
Shri Ghanashyam Jadhav SIAM (Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd,)
Shri Shedage H. B. SIAM (Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd,)
Shri T. M. Arun Prakash SIAM (Tata Motors Ltd.)
Shri Gajanan Salunke SIAM (Tata Motors Ltd.)
Shri Uday Salunkhe SIAM (Tata Motors Ltd.)
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Shri Prasad Warwandkar SIAM (VE Commercial Vehicles Ltd.)

Shri Vikrant Lokhande SIAM (Volvo Trucks (VECV))
Shri V. K. Misra ITTAC
Shri Vinay Vijayaraja ITTAC
Shri Rahul Vachaspati ATMA
Shri Rajiv Budhraja ATMA
Shri P. K. Mohamed Apollo Tyres
Shri Pradeep Kumar Apollo Tyres
Shri I. A. Joy Apollo Tyres Ltd.
Shri S. S. Gusain Bridgestone
Shri Tom K. Thomas CEAT
Shri Ma Zhong Continental India Pvt. Ltd.
Shri Balamurali Krishna Continental India Pvt. Ltd.
Shri Rajiv Raghuwanshi Goodyear
Shri Sidney Jose J. K. tyre & Industries Ltd.
Shri T. C. Kamath MRF
Shri Venus Garg Michelin
ANNEX - H
(See Introduction)
COMMITTEE COMPOSITION *
Automotive Industry Standards Committee
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Chairperson
Mrs. Rashmi Urdhwareshe Director
The Automotive Research Association of India, Pune
Members Representing
Shri Priyank Bharti Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
(Dept. of Road Transport and Highways), New Delhi
Representative from Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

(Department of Heavy Industry), New Delhi
Shri S. M. Ahuja Office of the Development Commissioner, MSME,
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, New
Delhi
Shri Shrikant R. Marathe Former Chairman, AISC
Shri R.R. Singh Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi
Director Central Institute of Road Transport, Pune
Director Global Automotive Research Centre
Director International Centre for Automotive Technology, Manesar
Director Indian Institute of Petroleum, Dehra Dun
Director Indian Rubber Manufacturers Research Association
Director Vehicles Research and Development Establishment,
Ahmednagar
Representatives from Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers
Shri T. R. Kesavan Tractor Manufacturers Association, New Delhi
Shri Uday Harite Automotive Components Manufacturers Association of
India, New Delhi
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AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY STANDARD

EVALUATION OF TYRES WITH

Sr. Corrigenda. Amendment Revision Date Remark Misc.

EVALUATION OF TYRES WITH REGARD TO ROLLING SOUND

Para. No. Contents Page

1.1.7. Professional off-road tyres.

(g) The tread pattern.

(a) E1136-93 (2003) for the size P195/75R14

3.17. Wet Grip or Snow Grip measurements – Specific definitions

3.18.7. Skim test reading

4.2.3 The tyre size designation;

4.2.4 The inscription "REINFORCED" (or alternatively "EXTRA LOAD") if the

4.2.6 The "Alpine" symbol ("3-peak-mountain with snowflake" conforming to the

Nominal section width Limit dB(A)

145 and lower 72

Nominal section width Limit dB(A)

185 and lower 70

Category of use Limit dB(A)

Category of use Limit dB(A)

Other Traction tyres

Category of use Limit dB(A)

Category of use Limit dB(A)

Other Traction tyres

Wet grip index (G)

Normal tyre ≥ 0.95 ≥ 0.85

Wet grip index (G)

Normal tyre ≥ 0.80 ≥ 0.65

Tyre class Max value (N/kN)

C1 13.5 (for Radial tyres < 14 inch)

Ref. = Ref. = Ref. = Ref. = C3N – SRTT 19.5

7.0 CONFORMITY OF PRODUCTION

(a) The tyre with the following characteristics:

(b) The tyre with the following characteristics:

8.4. WCC for rolling resistance

 The calculation must be presented in the information document or test report of

8.5.1. For C1 and C2 category tyres

The tyre with the largest nominal section width.

The presented method contains specifications on measuring instruments,

1.1 Acoustic measurements

1.1.2 Compliance with requirements

1.1.3 Positioning of the microphone

The microphone (or microphones) shall be located at a distance of 7.5 ± 0.05 m

1.2 Speed measurements

Measurements of air as well as test surface temperature are mandatory.

1.3.1 Air temperature

The temperature sensor is to be positioned in an unobstructed location close to the

1.3.2 Test surface temperature

The temperature sensor is to be positioned in a location where the temperature

2.2 Meteorological conditions

Measurements shall not be made under poor atmospheric conditions. It shall be

Measurements shall not be made if the air temperature is below 5 °C or above 40

2.3 Ambient noise

2.4.4 Measures to minimize vehicle influence on sound level measurements

2.4.4.2 Recommendations to avoid parasitic noise:

Tyres are to be tested on rims permitted by the tyre manufacturer.

2.5.2 Tyre loads

3.2 Nature and number of measurements

4.2 Regression analysis of rolling sound measurements