GB19260-2016
Structure requirements of low floor public bus and low entry public bus
低地板及低入口城市客车结构要求
GB 19260-2016 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Structure requirements of low floor public bus and low entry public bus. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Jul 1, 2017.
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 specifically to low floor public buses and low entry public buses, including single-deck, double-deck, and articulated configurations classified under Class I vehicles. It is mandatory for all manufacturers producing these specific city bus types for the Chinese market. It does not apply to interurban coaches or other vehicle classes.
Technical requirements
The standard mandates strict structural criteria for urban transit vehicles. It defines requirements for rollover stability and passing ability, including approach angles, departure angles, and longitudinal passing radius limits. For vehicles longer than 9 meters, it explicitly requires the configuration of air suspension systems, and specifically mandates body lifting systems for low floor variants. Regarding passenger safety, the standard outlines detailed specifications for exits. This includes the minimum number of passenger doors and emergency exits based on passenger capacity, as well as minimum dimensional requirements for door heights, widths, and emergency window areas. Manufacturers must ensure all emergency exits are clearly marked with safety signs compliant with GB 30678. For interior layout, the standard regulates aisle widths between wheel arches and sets maximum limits for longitudinal and transverse aisle slopes. It also dictates the maximum first step height from the ground and minimum interior heights for both single-deck and double-deck low floor areas. Compliance with the general structural safety requirements for Class I buses as specified in GB 13094 is also enforced.
Testing methods
Evaluations focus on geometric measurements and static vehicle configurations. Key testing procedures include measuring the first step height when the bus is at its total running mass on a level surface, and assessing aisle slopes under normal operating conditions without the kneeling system engaged. Dimensional verification of exits and interior heights is also conducted to ensure conformity with the specified parameter tables.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 19260-2016?
It applies to low floor public buses and low entry public buses (including single-deck, double-deck, and articulated configurations) classified as Class I vehicles. It is mandatory for all manufacturers producing these vehicle types for the Chinese market.
Are there any major updates from the previous GB/T 19260-2003 version?
The standard's attribute was changed from recommended to mandatory. It also added requirements for air suspension and body lifting systems for vehicles longer than 9m, updated exit quantity and dimension rules, and introduced new measurement criteria for aisle widths and step heights.
How does GB 19260-2016 relate to other Chinese bus standards?
It incorporates structural safety requirements from GB 13094 (Structure requirements for buses) and safety sign specifications from GB 30678. Engineers should cross-reference these standards to ensure full regulatory compliance.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 19260-2016. To ensure complete compliance for your vehicles entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 19260-2016 today to access all detailed parameter tables, measurement conditions, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Safety
- CCS
- T42
- ICS
- 43.080.20
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Relationships
Replaces:GB/T 19260-2003