The policy on the tractor “NCT”, due to come into effect in 2018, is currently being finalised.The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has confirmed to the Irish Farmers Journal that it is working with the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to finalise the policy.
The policy on the tractor “NCT”, due to come into effect in 2018, is currently being finalised.
The Road Safety Authority (RSA) has confirmed to the Irish Farmers Journal that it is working with the Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport to finalise the policy.
On determination of the policy with respect to testing of fast tractors by the Department, the RSA will engage with the key stakeholders.
It will also communicate the requirements of the test well in advance of them becoming mandatory.
Roadworthiness
In March, the Irish Farmers Journal exclusively revealed that from 2018, farmers and agri contractors using four-wheel-drive tractors for road haulage will have to carry out regular roadworthiness tests on these tractors.
Tractors capable of driving at 40km/h or more will have to be tested under the new rules. Owners of tractors that are not tested but are being used risk five penalty points, fines and even a prison sentence.
The RSA has said testing will be required for tractors mainly used for hauling for hire and reward or on the owner’s “own account”.
Under the legislation, tractors will have to be tested four years after first registration and thereafter every two years.
Furthermore, in addition to new tractors, the Irish Farmers Journal estimates about 8,000 tractors already on farms will require testing.
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