6. Driving Procedures
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Note:
If the differential lock cannot be switched off due to tension, carry out brief steering
movements to both sides until the differential lock releases. (Picture?)
Driving with trailer
This procedure describes how to drive the tractor with a trailer. The C992 tractor is suitable for towing
the following trailers:
Technically permissible trailer weights
Permissible gross weight
Non-braked trailer weight
2500 kg / 5511 lb.
Trailer weight with independent braking
4000 kg / 8818 lb.
Trailer weight with overrun braking
4500 kg / 9920 lb.
Trailer weight with independent power-operated braking
up to 12000 kg / 26455 lb.
The following trailer combinations are permissible:
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Tractor with single-axle trailer, braked or unbraked
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Tractor with single-axle trailer, braked or unbraked, followed by trailer with two-axle overrun
brake.
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Tractor with two-axle trailer, braked, followed by trailer with two-axle overrun brake.
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The total length of the combination may not exceed 18 m.
Warning
Risk of accident due to improper trailer coupling
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Secure trailer against roll-away.
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Do not allow people to be present between the tractor and the trailer.
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Completely close trailer coupling after coupling.
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Drive especially carefully when operating with trailers because the braking distance is increased.
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Do not drive faster than 25 km/h with a trailer not requiring licensing.
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Mark trailer with a sign indicating 25 km/h.
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The supporting load must be at least 25 kg (4% of the trailer load).
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The maximum supported load must not exceed 800 kg.
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The specified coupling load must be guaranteed during loading and unloading of the trailer.
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Undercutting of exceeding the supported load must be balanced out.
If you disregard these guidelines, there is a possibility of serious or fatal injuries and damage to the
tractor.
Caution
