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168Selection of couplings and drawbar eyes for road trains

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168 Selection of couplings and drawbar eyes for road trains

A drawbar‑type coupling, or drawbar eye, used in a road train must: (a) be a 50 millimetre pin type; and (b) have a D‑value complying with Australian Standard AS 2213–1984, 50 mm Pin Type Couplings and Drawbar Eyes for Trailers; and (c) be built to the dimensions mentioned in the standard; and (d) not be worn away more than is recommended in the standard.

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