Pintle Hooks and Certified Testing
Pintle Hooks and Testing Certificates Pintle hooks and all towing couplings over 3500kg must be Dynamic Cyclic tested over 2,000,000 cycles, be certified to ADR62 and comply with Australian Design Rules for use on Australian roads. The fire truck image made us all look twice. It important drivers and installers understand how to pick the right pintle hook for installation and more importantly, check the pintle for damage before driving off. The obvious installation error in the photo is easy to pick. Did you pick the missing safety chain and pin? Purchase replacement safety chain and pins by clicking the image. Towing equipment over 3.5t that is not approved can incur a fine and/or put your vehicle off the road. The pintle Hook is powder coated by most manufacturers to help prevent rust over time. Stainless tags on all Couplemate pintle products clearly identify these legal requirements. with weight, Company name Rating and others identified as prescribed by legislation. Are pintle hooks legal in Australia? Imported and locally pintle hooks are all legal to be used in Australia, however, the following rules apply: SAE (Standard American Equipment) sold by international companies can be used on private road or properties only. Australian approved product with a CRN can be used on public roads and highways. Trucks and trailers will pintle hook and towing equipment installed before 2009 are exempt. 2.3.1. Read the full article
