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The LED Control kit is available for fitment to an existing Trailer/Trailed Implement and
simply plugs into the electrical loom.
Note it is the driver’s legal responsibility to check all lighting is functioning correctly.
Side Marker Lights Flashing with Indicators
On modern Commercial trailers the side marker lights flash with the direction indicators.
Standard NC Trailers/Trailed Implements are fitted with side markers lights which operate
only when the taillights are activated. As an option a different electrical loom maybe fitted
that causes the side markers to flash when the direction indicators or hazard lights are
activated. It is not possible to retrofit this system.
Long Vehicle Signs
In the Republic of Ireland if a Tractor and Trailer combination is longer than 13m Long
Vehicle signs must be fixed to the rear of the Trailer. Legislation in other countries may vary.
Before operating a Trailer/Trailed Implement on the public highway ensure the combination
complies with local regulations.
EU Slow Moving Triangle
In most EU countries an Agricultural Trailer/Trailer Implement must have an EU slow moving
triangle fitted to the rear. Before operating a Trailer/Trailed Implement in the EU the
operator must ensure the triangle is fitted, visible and clean.
Side and Rear Reflective Tape
Modern Commercial Trailers/Tankers are fitted with white/amber reflective tape on the
sides and red tape to the rear to make the trailer more visible to other road users,
particularly at night. This tape, sometimes referred to a Conspicuity tape is now a legal
requirement for Agricultural Trailers in the Republic of Ireland.
Swivel Hitch
All standard NC Trailers/Trailed Implements are fitted with a welded towing eye conforming
to ISO 20019:2001. The swivel hitch is also a traditional towing eye to ISO20019:2001 but
allows increased rotation between the tractor and Trailer/Trailed Implement and is
recommended for uneven ground conditions. If required for Road registration the E
approval number for the swivel hitch is E1 55R ‐ 01 2091.
There are two grease nipples on the towing eye shaft which must be greased daily.
Adjustable Hitch
The hitch height of tractors with pick ‐ up hitches varies from 400mm to 560mm. A standard
NC Trailer/Trailed Implement is designed with a towing eye height of 450 ‐ 480mm which
varies subject to the tyres fitted. Therefore, when fitted to some tractors the Trailer/Trailed
Implement may run too high or low at the front therefore reducing suspension travel. The
adjustable hitch gives the Operator the ability to move the towing eye up or down 50mm to
give two extra hitch heights.