ISO 8379:1998 PDF

This International Standard specifies the basic tests to verify the stability of rough terrain lift trucks and rough terrain variable reach trucks.

It is applicable to the above trucks:

• with a seated operator;
• fitted with fork arms or attachments;
• with fixed or articulated chassis;
• which may have stabilizers, axle-locking or frame-levelling devices;
• with two- or four-wheel or articulated steering systems;
• with masts with or without tilt mechanisms;
• with non-slewing booms or having slewing movement not greater than 5° either side of the longitudinal centre-plane.

This International Standard is not applicable to trucks when handling suspended loads which may swing freely.