| Every trailer we manufacture is fitted with a type plate, this will have a unique serial number printed on it by multi-dot punching, An example of a standard type plate is shown opposite. This example is printed with the full 17 digit VIN (Vehicle identification number) and where this is the case the last 6 digits represent the serial number (In this example 374538). Some models may be fitted with a slightly smaller plate however the serial number will still be present and easily recognisable. |
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BRAKED TRAILERS
For trailers with “A Frame” drawbars the plate is located on the outside of the right hand drawbar member. On trailers with adjustable height couplings the plate is located on the right hand section of the supporting structure that the drawbar / coupling unit is clamped to. |
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UNBRAKED TRAILERS
On P5/6/7e (unbraked) models the plate is fitted to the front panel of the trailer, or is sometimes attached to the drawbar mounting bracket. On BV64e boxvan models the plate is fitted to the right hand side of the rear crossmember. |
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IDENTIFYING COUPLING TYPES
The coupling units fitted to your Ifor Williams trailer may be from one of several different manufacturers, when ordering spares for a coupling or brake linkage it is important to identify the manufacturer and model. Typically an overrun (brake control) coupling unit will be fitted with its own type plate, usually on the top or side of the main shaft housing. The example shown here is from a Knott KF13 overrun coupling. |
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