Interpretation ID: nht95-3.7

TYPE: INTERPRETATION-NHTSA

DATE: June 8, 1995

FROM: David A. Lowell -- Engineering Manager, Bankhead Enterprises, Inc.

TO: Chief Counsel, NHTSA

TITLE: NONE

ATTACHMT: ATTACHED TO 7/25/95 LETTER FROM JOHN WOMACK TO DAVID A. LOWELL (REDBOOK 2; STD. 108)

TEXT: Dear Chief Counsel,

Bankhead Transportation Equipment designs and manufactures stinger steered automobile transport trailers as defined in 23 CFR Part 658.5 K, M, N. As shown in the enclosed pictures we currently place tail, turn and clearance lights on the back of our truck-tractor. Per 49 CFR Part 571.108 S5.1.1.1 and S5.1.1.2 these items do not seem to be necessary.

We are considering removing these lights but realize we have a specialized unit. Please confirm the legality of the necessity of tail, turn and clearance lights on the back of our truck-tractor.

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