GB16151.5-2008
Safety technical requirements for agricultural machinery operating - Part 5: trailer
农业机械运行安全技术条件 第5部分：挂车
GB 16151.5-2008 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Safety technical requirements for agricultural machinery operating - Part 5: trailer. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Jan 1, 2009.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to agricultural trailers (including semi-trailers and full-trailers) used in China. It specifies the basic safety technical requirements for the whole vehicle, carriage, frame, suspension, braking system, and signaling devices. It is mandatory for all manufacturers and operators of agricultural trailers in China. The standard references GB 16151.1 for tractor-related dimensional and braking performance limits.
Technical requirements
The standard outlines mandatory safety requirements across several key components. For the whole vehicle, it requires a fixed Chinese product nameplate and stamped model/serial numbers on the frame. The carriage must be free of sharp protrusions and equipped with front safety racks. The frame and suspension must not have cracks or deformations affecting safety. For the braking system, trailers with a load capacity of 1t to 3t must have hydraulic or pneumatic brakes, while those ≥3t require pneumatic break-away brakes. The hydraulic dumping system must include a mechanical locking device for maintenance and transport states. Signal devices are strictly regulated, requiring brake lights, turn signals, and rear reflectors that are visible from 150m. Compliance with these requirements is essential for road operation safety.
Testing methods
The standard references performance criteria rather than detailing specific test procedures. Key evaluations include checking the braking performance on dry, flat concrete or asphalt roads (referencing GB 16151.1) and verifying the parking brake on a 20% gradient. It also specifies visual and dimensional inspections for tire condition, reflector visibility, and the operational flexibility of the hydraulic lifting mechanism.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 16151.5-2008?
This standard regulates agricultural trailers (both semi-trailers and full-trailers) operating in China, covering their whole-vehicle safety, braking, and signaling systems.
Are there any updates from the previous version of GB 16151.5?
Yes, this 2008 version replaces GB 16151.5-1996. Key updates include new requirements for trademark marking, trailer braking systems, hydraulic lifting locks, and rear reflectors, while removing clauses unrelated to operational safety.
What are the braking system requirements for heavy agricultural trailers?
Trailers with a load capacity of 3t or more must be equipped with a pneumatic break-away braking system. Those between 1t and 3t require hydraulic and/or pneumatic braking systems.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 16151.5-2008. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 16151.5-2008 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- T54
- ICS
- 65.060.01
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Relationships
Replaces:GB 16151.5-1996