Underbody Clearance Clause Samples
The Underbody Clearance clause defines the minimum distance required between the underside of a vehicle and the ground. This specification ensures that vehicles, such as trucks or construction equipment, have enough space to safely traverse uneven terrain, speed bumps, or other obstacles without damaging their undercarriage. By setting a clear standard for clearance, the clause helps prevent operational issues and costly repairs due to underbody impacts, thereby ensuring vehicle suitability for its intended environment.
Underbody Clearance. The bus shall maintain the minimum clearance dimensions defined in SAE Standard J689, regardless of load up to the gross vehicle weight rating.
Underbody Clearance. The Trolley shall maintain the minimum clearance dimensions as shown in the figure “Transit Bus Minimum Road Clearance” and defined in SAE Standard J689, regardless of load up to the gross vehicle weight rating. Ground Clearance. Ground clearance shall be no less than 9.25 10 inches, except within the axle zone and wheel area. Axle Clearance. Axle zone clearance, which is the projected area between tires and wheels on the same axial centerline, shall be no less than 4.75 5½ inches. Wheel Area Clearance. Wheel area clearance, shall be no less than 8 inches for parts fixed to the body and 6 inches for parts that move vertically with the axles.