1 Scope
[A1_start]This document describes the functionality, constraints, performance and operation of a brake system for use in self-propelling thermal and electric trains operating on routes of the European rail system network.[A1_end]
This European Standard covers:
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— all new vehicle designs of self-propelling thermal and electric trains being operated at a maximum speed up to 200 km/h, in the following text simply called EMU/DMU;
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— all major overhauls of the above-mentioned vehicles if they involve redesigning or extensive alteration to the brake system of the vehicle concerned.
This standard does not cover:
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— locomotive hauled trains which are specified by EN 14198;
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— mass transit rolling stock which is specified by EN 13452‑1;
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— high speed trains being operated at speeds greater than 200 km/h which are specified by EN 15734‑1.