3. Chassis 21
EU Directive 1230/2012 applies at a European level for calcu-
lating the weights and resultant additional loads for vans. The
terms and basis used for calculations are explained below.
1. Technically permissible overall mass
Information regarding the technically permissible maximum
weight is based on Hobby Wohnwagenwerk's specification in
cooperation with the manufacturers of the base vehicle (Fiat).
This mass takes into account the specific operating conditions
that are based on the model of the van and its performance,
including such factors as material strength, load-carrying
capacity of the axles and tyres, etc. For safety reasons, this
weight must never be exceeded!
2. Mass in running order (MRO)
The mass in running order is equal to the weight of the empty
vehicle including lubricants, tools, spare tyre (or tyre repair kit),
petrol (90 %), ancillary battery, all of the standard equipment in-
stalled by the factory as well as 75 kg for the driver. Then add the
weight of the fresh water container, holding 10% of a full tank,
as well as that of a full gas bottle. The masses are calculated in
detail as follows:
3.3.2 Definition of weights for vans
FIAT
Vantana
a) Supply of liquefied petroleum gas
Number of built-in gas regulators:
1
Weight of an 11 kg aluminium bottle:
5
Weight of 11 kg gas inflation
:
11
Total:
16
b) Liquids
95 l fresh water tank:
95
10 l hot water heater (heating):
10
Total basic equipment
:
121 kg