BS 5892-8:2012 PDF

1   Scope This British Standard specifies requirements for the assembly of powered and non-powered wheelsets with inboard bearings comprising elements conforming to the following standards.

a)

BS 8535 for axle design.

b)

BS EN 13261 or BS 5892‑1 for axles.

c)

BS EN 13262 or BS 5892‑3 for wheels.

NOTE Some characteristics are specified as a function of Category 1 or of Category 2.

• Category 1 is applicable for wheelsets whose operating speed is to exceed 200 km/h.

• Category 2 is applicable for wheelsets whose operating speed is not to exceed 200 km/h, and comprises two sub-categories:

• Category 2a is applicable when the operating speed is to be up to and including 120 km/h; ...