ASTM F0408-21 - Standard Test Method for Tires for Wet Traction in Straight-Ahead Braking, Using a Towed Trailer
Standard Test Method for Tires for Wet Traction in Straight-Ahead Braking, Using a Towed Trailer
| Standard number: | ASTM F0408-21 |
| Released: | 01.09.2021 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 6 |
| Section: | 09.02 |
| Keywords: | braking traction; peak tire traction; skid number; skid trailer; sliding tire traction; tires; tire braking force coefficient; traction measurement; wet traction; |
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of braking traction of tires designed for passenger cars or light trucks. Such braking traction measurements are applicable to conditions wherein the vehicle is traveling straight ahead on a wet, paved surface.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.4 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.