This European Standard specifies the dimensions and basic requirements for swap bodies of class A, which are designed as totally enclosed types e.g. box types, or as open types e.g. platform without or with cover/stake.
These swap bodies are suitable for international exchange and for conveyance by road and rail including interchange between these forms of transport.
NOTE. Class A means that all swap bodies having this designation are equipped with bottom fittings positioned according to the specification for 1A (40') ISO-Containers.
BS EN 452:1996 history
0000 BS EN 452:1996(1999)
1996BS EN 452:1996 Swap bodies - Swap bodies of Class A. Dimensions and general requirements