Description / Abstract:
1. Scope--The purpose of this SAE Recommended Practice is to set up a
guide as to body, frame, and wheelhouse clearances required to
accommodate tire traction devices (e.g., tire chains), and to provide
a means of classifying these devices according to their maximum
profile. In addition, it enables the vehicle manufacturer to specify
the proper traction devices for each vehicle.
This report is intended to apply to passenger cars and light trucks up
to 4535 kg (10 001 lb) GVW. This document is not to be construed as
approving traction device operation at conditions exceeding
manufacturer's specifications, although short periods of such
operations may be required for test purposes.