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TPMS legislation for trucks and heavy commercial vehicles

Under EU Directive ECE 2144/2019 (ECE R 141), all newly homologated commercial vehicles in categories N1 to N3, O3 and O4 as well as M2 and M3 must be fitted with a tire pressure monitoring system from July 2022.
Truck/Bus TPMS class M

Passenger transportation

M1: Permissible total mass M ≤ 5 t

  • more than 8 seats

M2: Permissible total mass M > 5 t

  • more than 8 seats
Truck TPMS class N

Freight transportation

N1: Permissible total mass M ≤ 3.5 t

N2: Permissible total mass 3.5 t < M ≤ 5 t

N3: ZPermissible total mass: M > 12 t

Trailer TPMS class O

Trailer

O3: Permissible total mass 3.5 t < M ≤ 10 t

O4: Permissible total mass M > 10 t


    Why TPMS is so important, especially for trucks and heavy commercial vehicles

    Tires and wheels are the only connection between the road and the vehicle. Their condition is therefore extremely important for the road safety of passengers and other road users. As safety-relevant components on the vehicle, they can have a decisive influence on braking distance and driving behavior.

    While around 7% of car breakdowns are caused by tire damage, the figure for trucks is around 65%. Tire damage is therefore one of the most common causes of vehicle breakdowns. For this reason, tires should be professionally checked regularly by appropriate experts and replaced if necessary.

    The most important safety features of tires include Quality class, tire marking (EU label), tread design (consider seasons if necessary), tread depth, ageing condition, damage, wear and tire inflation pressure.

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