Guide to vehicle type approvals for low ATM trailers (4.5 tonnes or less)

This guide explains how trailer manufacturers or importers providing more than 4 trailers in a 12-month period can apply for a vehicle type approval for a low aggregate trailer mass (ATM) trailer (4.5 tonnes or less).

It also tells you how to apply for a concessional RAV entry approval to manufacture or import up to 4 low ATM trailers in a 12-month period.

Also included are details of:

• who can apply
• the required information and supporting documentation
• how to comply with the applicable national road standards, and
• application fees.

The decision making process and an approval holder's responsibilities are also described.

Appendices 

• Guide to vehicle type approvals for low ATM trailers—Appendix 1—Information required in an application

• Guide to vehicle type approvals for low ATM trailers—Appendix 2—Details expected in a Quality Management System 

• Guide to vehicle type approvals for low ATM trailers—Appendix 3—Expectations for the conditions applied to an approval

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