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Recommendations for trucks and buses - 2016/2017
WINTER
RECOMM
ENDAT
IONS
2016/2017
AIS winter application information system
One of the major factors when driving a commercial
vehicle in wintry conditions is the transmission of the
motive forces to the road surface. In addition to the
service brake, it is the retarder and/or the engine
brake which help provide the necessary additional
deceleration and the brake application.
This accounts for the prime importance of the part
played by the tyres for the drive axle. This also explains why most tyres for drive axles come with an
M+S marking. The KRAIBURG treads recommended
for use in the table are listed as a general guide only.
It is important to note that incorrect use of winter
tyres can cause excessive wear and irregularities in
the profiling.
A profile which is designed for use on snow-covered
roads could have an irregular tread pattern and could
fail to achieve the target mileage if used predominantly on snow-free roads.
Please make sure that the tyre pressure is correct,
especially on winter tyres, with reference to the permissible loads and maximum weights.
M-Winter and S-Winter
M-WINTER: Central European weather conditions
- Change from wet and dry road surfaces in spring and autumn
- Changing road surface conditions depending on time of day and route (dry, wet, slush,
snow, ice), with clearing and gritting services provided at short intervals during the
winter
S-WINTER: Scandinavian weather conditions
- Extreme winter conditions in Central Europe (Scandinavian conditions), areas of heavy
snow and uncleared roads in low mountain ranges and high mountains
- Prolonged, unchanging road surface conditions (hard-packed snow, ice) and longer
intervals between clearing and gritting, or no clearing and gritting services
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
- KRAIBURG recommends a minimum tread depth of 6-8 mm on the drive axle to maintain
traction and to remain fit for purpose in wintry conditions
- KRAIBURG recommends fitting winter tyres in the autumn in order to maximise mileage
- KRAIBURG wishes to advise winter tyre users of the importance of upholding the relevant laws
in force in the country of their use
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AIS winter application information system
NEW
New tyres are subject to approval under ECE-117 R (directive for tyres with regard to noise emission, wet grip and rolling resistance), with the initial marking
of tyres with regard to their „winter suitability“ linked to a „performance test“.
The „3PMSF“ symbol (three-peak mountain snowflake symbol or ALPINE) is used as a marking for tyres which meet the criteria. The previous „M+S, M&S“
markings are based solely on classifications devised by the tread manufacturers. In the case of retreads, the companies must ensure that the retreads meet
the tyre labelling requirements.
The „3PMSF“ test provides the proof of added performance in respect of the traction and braking properties in comparison with a standard reference tyre for
all tyre and tread manufacturers. In order to increase the competitiveness of the truck retreads, KRAIBURG tested selected winter treads for conformity with
ECE-117 R Appendix 7 for class C3 tyres.
All the truck tyres with winter treads which were tested demonstrated the required minimum 25 % better traction than the reference tyres.
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3PMSF - three-peak mountain snowflake symbol
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AIS winter application information system
M-Winter
Verteilerverkehr
Regional Traffic
S-Winter
M-Winter
Stadtverkehr
Urban Traffic
S-Winter
M-Winter
S-Winter
K 54 plus
K 54 plus
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 203 plus
K 203 tech
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 54 plus
K 54 base
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 201 plus
K 16 base
K 50 base
K 51 base
K 54 plus
K 54 base
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 201 plus
K 16 base
K 51 base
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 202 plus
K 202 base
K 201 plus
K 203 plus
K 203 tech
K 48 tech
K 204 tech
K 213 tech
K 202 plus
K 202 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 228 plus
K 228 base
K 215 plus
K 215 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 213 tech
K 221 base
K 26 base
K 51 base
K 204 tech
K 213 tech
K 701 tech
K 221 base
K 52 base
K 700 tech
K 51 base
K 701 tech
K 26 base
K 221 base
K 50 base
K 204 tech
K 701 tech
K 52 base
K 51 base
K 52 base
K 700 tech
K 73 tech
K 74 tech
K 700 tech
K 73 tech
K 74 tech
K 73 tech
K 73
K 74
Antrieb
Traction
60er Serie
Series
K 73 tech
K 74 tech
K 700 tech
K 73 tech
K 74 tech
K 74 tech
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AIS winter application information system
M-Winter
K 201 plus
K 203 plus
K 203 tech
Verteilerverkehr
Regional Traffic
S-Winter
K 73 tech
K 204 tech
M-Winter
K 48 tech
K 224 base
S-Winter
K 43 plus
K 43 tech
K 43 plus
K 43 tech
Stadtverkehr
Urban Traffic
K 224 base
M-Winter
K 701 tech
K 214 plus
K 47 base
S-Winter
K 224 base
K 224 base
Bus
K 43 plus
K 43 tech
Leicht-LKW
Light Truck
K 26 base
Auflieger
Trailer
K 801 tech
K 801 plus
K 50 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 26 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 801 tech
K 801 plus
K 32 tech
K 103 tech
K 801 tech
K 801 plus
K 50 base
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 51 base
K 702 plus
K 225 plus
K 225 base
K 50 base
K 26 base
K 801 tech
K 801 plus
K 32 tech
K 50 base
K 50 base
K 204 tech
K 701 tech
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Fernverkehr
Long Distance
K 103 tech
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Austria
Winter tires compulsory from November 1 to
April 15. Risk of driving ban and heavy fines if
you do not comply (35 up to 5,000€). Trucks > 3.5t
GVW must be equipped with M+S tires on at least
one drive axle with a min. tread depth of 6mm
(bias) and 5mm (radial).
Winter tires are compulsory for buses (categories
M2, M3) from November 1 to March 15.
Snow chains must be carried in vehicle for at least
two drive axle tires from November 1 to April 15.
Exceptions for public service buses apply.
Use on roads covered with snow and ice.
Germany
Situational winter equipment requirement: VeUse of snow chains when indicated by traffic
hicles < 3.5t GVW must be equipped with winter/
signs. Studded tires prohibited. Exception:
M+S tires on all wheels. Vehicles > 3.5t GVW must Route via „Kleines Deutsches Eck“.
be equipped with winter/M+S tires on the drive
axles. Time period not specified.
60 € fine for unsuitable tires, 80 € fine for causing
obstruction/disturbance of traffic due to unsuitable
tires, 100 € fine for causing hazardous situation
due to unsuitable tires, 120 € fine for causing
an accident due to unsuitable tires.
Plus 1 point each. (Flensburg Point System)
Switzerland
No general winter tire regulations, regional regulations are possible in wintery road conditions (e.g.
alpine pass-roads). Min tread depth for winter
tires 1.6mm. In case of an accident with standard
tires in wintry conditions, be aware of liability
issues.
If authorities announce snow chain obligation,
only snow chains are permitted (four-wheel drive
vehicles may be excluded). Use of snow chains in
case of respective road signs and conditions.
Studded tires are permitted for vehicles < 3.5t
GVW between November 1 and April 30 or on
snowcovered roads. Max. speed 80km/h. Studded
tires have to be labled with a sticker 80km/h.
Belgium
No general winter tire regulations.
Symmetric fitting compulsory for M+S and winter
tires.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and/or ice.
Studded tires prohibited.
Bosnia Herzegovina
From November 15 to April 15 there are two
options that are mandatory for vehicles with more
than 8 seats and for vehicles with > 3.5t GVW:
Option 1: Tires with winter profile on the drive axle
with min. 4mm tread depth. Option 2: Tires with
standard profile with min. 4mm tread depth, in
case of winter conditions (e.g. snow fall, freezing
rain) snow chains need to be mounted on
the drive axle.
Snow chains must be carried in vehicle from November 15 to April 15.
Snow shovel and bag of sand from 25 to 50kg
must be carried in vehicle.
Studded tires prohibited.
Studded tires are prohibited for vehicles > 3.5t
GVW.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Belarus
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires allowed.
Bulgaria
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains must be carried in vehicle from November 1 to March 31.
Usage is compulsory on mountain passes when
indicated by traffic signs.
Studded tires prohibited.
Without adequate winter equipment the entry into
the country may be refused or a driving ban may
be issued.
Croatia
Winter tires compulsory from November 15 to
April 15. M+S tires are compulsory on the drive
axle of vehicles > 3.5t GVW.
Snow chains required for drive axle in certain conditions (if the vehicle is equipped with SU tires).
Snow chains compulsory in some regions (Lika/
Gorski Kotar).
Studded tires prohibited. Commercially used vehicles must carry a snow shovel.
Czech Republic
Winter tires compulsory from November 1 to
March 31 depending on road conditions in winter,
or in case of sign „winter kit”. M+S tires are compulsory on the drive axle of vehicles > 3.5t GVW
with min. 6mm tread depth.
Differing traffic signs possible. Snow chains are
compulsory if indicated by traffic signs on at least
2 drive wheels of vehicles with 3 and more axles.
Studded tires prohibited.
Denmark
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains allowed from November 1 to April 15.
Studded tires allowed from November 1 to April
15. Studded tires should be mounted on all tires
during this period.
Estonia
Winter tires compulsory (radial tires with min. 3mm Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
tread depth) from December 1 to March 1 (also
snow and ice.
from October to April depending on weather
conditions).
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Studded tires are prohibited for vehicles > 3.5t
GVW.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Finland
Vehicles > 3.5t GVW with min. 1.6mm tread depth.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires allowed from November 1 to first
Monday after Easter.
Depending on the weather conditions this period
may be extended. Max. speed 80km/h for vehicles
> 3.5t GVW. Allowed are: Average saliency max.
1.5mm and max. 50 studs per meter circumference in tires produced after July 1, 2013.
France
No general winter tire regulations.
Exceptions are indicated by traffic signs.
Use of snow chains when indicated by traffic
signs.
Vehicles < 3.5t GVW: Studded tires allowed from
first Saturday before November 11 to last Sunday
of March, max. speed 90km/h. Vehicles with studded tires have to be labeled with a sticker. Studded tires are prohibited for vehicles > 3.5t GVW.
Great Britain
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered
with snow and ice.
Studded tires allowed as long as
the street surface doesn‘t get
damaged. Otherwise a regress
is possible.
Hungary
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice. The application and entrainment of
snow chains may be compulsory due to special
weather conditions (max speed 50km/h) . In wintry
conditions the entry may be rejected for foreign
vehicles if no snow chains are carried on board.
Studded tires prohibited.
Ireland
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains only allowed when roads covered
with snow and ice.
Studded tires are allowed, max. speed 96/112
km/h (national road/motorway).
Italy
No general winter tire regulations.
Exceptions are indicated by traffic signs.
An anti-skid device (e.g. snow chains) must be
carried in vehicle.
Winter regulation prot. RU/1580 applies only to the
following vehicle categories: M1, N1 and O1.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Kosovo
No general winter regulations.
Snow chains for drive axle must be carried in the
vehicle. Use according to traffic signs and conditions.
Studded tires prohibited. Buses and trucks must
carry a snow shovel.
Latvia
Winter tires (M+S) compulsory for vehicles < 3.5t
GVW from December 1 to March 1. Min. 3mm
tread depth.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires allowed between October 1 and April
30 for vehicles > 3.5t GVW.
Liechtenstein
No general winter tire regulations.
However, there are liability issues if non-adequate
tires are used. Vehicle equipment must match
weather conditions.
Snow chains allowed. Not necessary in valleys.
In the mountains, traffic signs indicate if snow
chains are compulsory.
Vehicles > 7.5t GVW: Studded tires allowed from
November 1 to April 30, max. speed 80km/h. All
tires should be equipped with studded tires.
Vehicles with studded tires have to be labeled with
a sticker.
Lithuania
Winter tires compulsory for vehicles < 3.5t GVW
from November 1 and April 1.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires allowed between November 1 and
April 1.
Luxembourg
All drive-axles on trucks and buses need to be
equipped with winter tires (M+S suffices) during
winter conditions (snow, ice, glazed frost).
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires prohibited.
Macedonia
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains must be carried in vehicle from October 15 to March 15 if vehicle has only standard
tires fitted.
Coaches and heavy trucks must carry snow shovels. Studded tires prohibited.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Montenegro
Tires marked with M+S symbol or winter tires com- Snow chains for drive axle must be carried in the
pulsory from November to April on specific roads, vehicle. Use according to traffic sings and condispecified by Ministery of Police. Min. 4mm tread
tions.
depth.
Studded tires prohibited. Buses and trucks must
carry a snow shovel.
Netherlands
No general winter tire regulations.
Studded tires prohibited.
Norway
Vehicles > 3.5t GVW min. 5mm tread depth comVehicles > 3.5t GVW are mandatory to carry snow
pulsory between November 1 and including first chains in the period when it is legal to use studs.
Monday after Easter (South Norway) and betA truck with trailer must bring 7 chains.
ween October 16 and including April 30 (North
Norway).
Mandatory use of winter tires on all axle positions
from November 15 to March 31. Please find a list
with approved winter tires on www.stro.no
Studded tires (protrusion average 1.7mm) allowed
from November 1 to the first Sunday after Easter.
In ‚Nordland, Troms and Finnmark‘ from October
16 to April 30.
Trucks and trailers: studded tires on the same
axle. If twinmounted one tire is sufficient.
In Trondheim and Oslo a fee is charged for the
usage of studded tires: daily tickets may be acquired at vending machines along the arterial roads
or by telephone or SMS (send from a Norwegian,
Swedish or Danish telephone number). Monthly
and annual tickets for Trondheim may be acquired
at Trondheim City Parking Office in Erling, Skakkes Gate 40, 7012 Trondheim. Daily tickets cost
about 3.90 Euro, monthly tickets about 52 Euro
und annual tickets about 155 Euro (Costs double
for vehicles > 3.5t GVW). A violation is fined with
97 Euro.
Poland
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice. Adequate traffic signs on roads
where snow chains are compulsory.
Studded tires prohibited.
Portugal
No general winter tire regulations.
Snow chains temporarily compulsory when
indicated by traffic signs (only happens in
highest areas).
Studded tires prohibited.
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Snow chains not allowed on public roads.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Romenia
In case of wintry road conditions M+S or winter tires are compulsory for the drive axle of all
vehicles > 3.5t GVW and vehicles transporting
people (with more than 9 seats).
Russia
New Technical Regulation expected.
Snow chains are recommended but not compulIn months December, January, February passen- sory.
ger, light truck, trucks and buses must be equipped on all axles with tires marked M+S or with the
3PMSF-Symbol (Three Peak Mountain Snowflake-Symbol). Minimum tread depth 4mm.
Use of studded tires is forbidden in the summer
months (June, July, August).
Serbia
Tires marked with M+S symbol or winter tires
compulsory from November to April. Min 4 mm
tread depth. Use according to trafic signs and
conditions.
Snow chains for drive axle must be carried in the
vehicle. Use according to traffic sings and conditions.
Studded tires prohibited. Buses and trucks must
carry a snow shovel.
Slovakia
Winter/M+S tires compulsory for trucks > 3.5t
GVW from November 15 and March 31 on drive
axle (min. 3mm tread depth).
Snow chains must be carried in vehicle.
Use according to traffic signs and conditions.
Studded tires prohibited.
Slovenia
From November 15 to April 15 there are two op- Snow chains must be carried in vehicles > 3.5
tions that are mandatory on vehicles > 3.5 t GVW: t GVW if no winter tires are fitted.
option 1: winter tires at least on the drive axle
(min. 3 mm tread depth) option 2: standard tires,
but chains must be carried in the vehicle to be
mounted on drive axle in case of winter conditions.
Studded tires prohibited.
Spain
No general winter tire regulations.
Winter/M+S tires compulsory when indicated by
traffic signs or the authorities.
Usage of studded tires with up to 2mm studs are
allowed on snow-covered roads.
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Vehicles > 3.5t GVW have to be equipped with
snow chains which need to be mounted when
indicated by respective traffic signs.
Snow chains allowed when indicated by traffic signs or the authorities. Snow chains only permitted
on roads covered with snow and ice.
Shovel and sand required for vehicles > 3.5t GVW.
Studded tires prohibited.
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Regulations for the use of winter tyres (M + S marked tires)
winter tyre regulations
snow chain regulations
further information
Sweden
In winter conditions, minimum tread depth is
5mm on all tires except trailer tires. M+S marked
winter tires are compulsory on the drive axle for
vehicles > 3.5t GVW from December 1 to March
31. For a list of approved winter tires for the drive
axle please visit www.stro.se.
Snow chains recommended to be carried in the
vehicle.
Studded tires are allowed from October 1 to April
15. Depending on the weather conditions this period may be extended. Maximum of 50 studs per
meter circumference in tires produced after July
1, 2013. Please consider exceptions concerning
specific roads.
Turkey
From December 1 to April 1 it is compulsory for
commercial vehicles to use winter tires for intercity
usages. In cities, local authorities will define the
time period for each city individually.
Snow chains recommended to be carried in the
vehicle and to be used on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Tow rope and chock should be carried in the vehicle. Studded tires also can be used as a winter tire.
Snow chains only allowed on roads covered with
snow and ice.
Studded tires are allowed.
All types of trucks, tractors and buses have to be
equipped with tires marked with the M+S, the M+S
and 3PMSF symbol or with the 3PMSF symbol on
the drive axles. All types of vans, light trucks, pickups and passenger cars that are used for commercial purposes (Taxi, etc.) have to be equipped
with tires marked with the M+S, the M+S and
3PMSF symbol or with the 3PMSF symbol on all
axles.
When using retreaded tires, the tread pattern has
to be a winter tire pattern. Min. tread depth of
commercial vehicle tires is 4mm.
Ukraine
No general winter tire regulations.
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We are currently not aware of general winter tire rules / snow chain regulations for trucks in the following countries: Cyprus, Greece and Malta. Please consult the traffic regulations in the respective countries for special snow chain and studded tire rules.
Despite careful research, we cannot guarantee that the information is correct and complete.
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