Federal register certain passenger vehicle and light. The sections of the tire and rim association year book listing numerical size designations of covered certain off road tires include. The simplest way to determine if a replacement tire has adequate load capacity is to compare the maximum load of the replacement. Accordingly, the personal information you provide is stored in a secure location is accessible only by designated staff or authorized agents, is used only to market our. Jatma japan automobile tyre manufacturers association, inc. European tyre and rim technical organization, 2004. Commerce finds dumping and subsidization of imports of. This can be seen by consulting the standards published every year by the industry standards group, the tire and rim association. Federal register federal motor vehicle safety standards. The simplest way to determine if a replacement tire has adequate load capacity is to compare the maximum load of the replacement tire to that of the. Important tire safety and fitment information dick.
The tra year book is an excellent reference for those involved with vehicles, rims, testing, and tire sales and service, says tra secretary rudy consolacion. Asps may use any reference resource of their choosing as long as it meets the regulatory requirements. Tyre and rim association of australia standards manual. Yearbook tire and rim association of america other creators. Production date code may be included in the established serial number. This is the book used by engineers in virtually every tire manufacturing company. Submit these ratings to the tire and rim association. However, if a subject tire is imported mounted on a wheel or rim, only the tire is. Affairs responding to each countrys safety regulation, certification and labelling system. Tire description tire class tsf agricultural tires are defined as those tires listed as such in the tire and rim association, inc. Bridgestones offtheroad tires are designed and produced to meet the commonly accepted international standards, those set by the tra tire and rim association in the u. Tire and rim association, incorporated, 1974 automobiles.
The standards manual is the bible of the industry and is a valuable tool for all. For rimswheels not so identified or for service conditions exceeding the rated capacities, consult the rimwheel. Tra was founded in 1903 and its primary purpose is to establish and promulgate interchangeability standards for tires, rims, valves and allied parts. If the ply rating is marked on the tire, the load rating marked on the tire must be consistent with the ply rating established. Publication of jatma year book standards for automobile tyres. Wheel assembly rotating mass of brake included the approximate radius of gyration of a wheel assembly can be obtained from the following formula with an accuracy of 20%. Commercial tire service cts400 instructor training and. Several supporters and tia staff visited capitol hill to discuss key issues currently impacting the tire and. Determining a tires maximum load capacity all tires have their maximum load capacity engraved on the sidewall, near the bead. The year book consists of all tra standards and relevant information approved by the association for tires. Tire and rim association publishes standards retail. Submit these ratings to the tire and rim association, inc.
Your browser doesnt support javascript or javascript is. Rubber manufacturers association rma tire safety be smartplay your part brochure. The tire industry association has a limited number of its 100th anniversary commemorative 2020 calendar available for sale. Tra 20 year book if goodyear tires, with the st designation, are used at speeds between 66 and 75 mph. Increased deflection agricultural radial tires following the. The year book contains all tra standards and related information approved by the association for tires, rims and allied parts for ground vehicles.
The tire and rim association tra flash drive contains the year book and aircraft year book as well as an access database of all of the pneumatic tires in sections 1 thru 7 of the year book. Annually the tyre and rim association of australia updates and publishes a comprehensive standards manual that is available for sale. As an example, their 2010 year book shows that load range c tires may require 35 psi or 55 psi, load range d tires may require 50 psi or 65 psi, and load range e tires may require 65 psi or 80 psi to achieve their. Federal register certain passenger vehicle and light truck. Discussion, communication and cooperation with international organizations, foreign governments and tyrerelated organizations concerning harmonization of safety regulations. In 1917, ctma changed its name to the tire and rim association and that organization still publishes an annual year book containing tire and wheel standards. The 2020 standards manual will be available in february 2020 price to be advised. Has anyone got a copy of the us tire and rim association year book i desperately need an extract from the book about c5 corvette standard. The ratio of tire section height to tire section width. Companies that wish to take technician training to the highest level can participate in the 400 level certified commercial tire service cts instructor classes that tia offers throughout the year.
In the united states, the office of vehicle safety compliance, a component of the department of transportation, is one of the agencies tasked to enforce the federal motor. Asps are the tire guide and the tire and rim association tra year book. The tire and rim association, formerly known as the tire and rim association of america, inc. S shipping price for international orders upon request.
However, jn rims have not been approved by the tire and rim association, inc. The tra year book is the direct guide to all approved standards and related information including. Most backordered items can be rushed in from the publisher in as little as 24 hours. Tire industry association phone 800 8768372 or 301 4307280 fax 301 4307283. Simple things like standardized wheel rim and tire sizing didnt happen by accident. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. Achieve interchangeability of pneumatic tyres, rims and valves in europe as far as fitting and use are concerned. Load capacities, inflation pressures, dimensions such as overall tire diameter and width, as.
Replacement guidelines for passenger and light truck tires. This speed rating is based on tire and rim association loads and inflation pressures for st trailer tires without a service description for speeds up through 65 mph. Establish common engineering dimensions, load pressure characteristics and operational guidelines. Dating to 1903, the tire and rim association was formed to regulate and standardize clincher rim dimensions and tolerances so that tires and rims would be interchangeable.
The year book is also available in electronic format on a usb flash drive. Contact the tra for more information about their year book and other publications. Measurements given in tire and rim association inc. Ihs markit is your source for tra standards and publications, including the tire and rim association yearbook. Annual year book section 5 and which are used on agricultural equipment and excluding industrial and logskidder tires. Tra or european tyre and rim technical organization etrto. Yearbook tire and rim association snippet view 1973. The tire and rim association tra the us organization the cover of the 2005 yearbook is at the top of this page the european tyre and rim technical organization etrto europe the cover of the 2004 yearbook is to the right. Founded in 1903, tra is the standardizing body for the tire, rim, valve and allied parts industry for the u. Complete document the tire and rim association year book.
Balance marker, consisting of a red dot, on the sidewall of the tire immediately above the bead to indicate the lightweight point of the tire. Typically, they each publish a book every year that contains the tire standards. Increased deflection agricultural radial tires following. Commerce finds dumping and countervailable subsidization of. The book is for many types of tires cars, trucks, farm tractors, etc.
The year book consists of all tra standards and relevant information approved by the association for tires, rims and allied parts for ground vehicles. Tire and wheel manufacturers initially formed regional associations to establish interchangeability standards for tires, rims and allied parts for the guidance of. The japanese automobile tyre manufacturers association jatma japan the cover of the 2005 yearbook is below. Commerce finds dumping and subsidization of imports of truck.
Truck and bus tires, whether or not mounted on wheels or rims, are included in the scope. A complete history of original equipment tire sizes going back 90 years includes tire fitment information, rim sizing and inflation specifications covers american cars, imported cars and minivans also includes a completely revised and updated light truck section over 700 full pages per volume with a table of contents and index for ease of use. Commerce finds dumping and countervailable subsidization. Tra standards are published in the tire and rim year.
Promote the free exchange of technical information. Tia is an international association representing all segments of the tire industry, including those that sell, service. This 4day class covers all aspects of mediumheavy truck tire service, and also teaches the attendees how to instruct a 300 level certified technician course in the field. For suggested inflation pressure in the dick cepek tires used on the vehicle, contact the vehicle manufacturer and consult the current tire and rim association year book, or contact the dick cepek tech department at 800 2229092. The table of mining and logging tires included in the section on truckbus tires. The dimensions of the wheel on which the tire is to be used. Apr 04, 20 the year book is also available in electronic format on a usb flash drive. View abstract product details detail summary view all details. For rims wheels not so identified or for service conditions exceeding the rated capacities, consult the rim wheel manufacturer to determine the rim wheel capabilities.