Issue 12

THESE GENERAL NOTES ARE COMMON TO ALL TOWBAR FITTING.

1. Check the box contents and read the fitting instructions thoroughly.
2. Remove any dirt or underseal from the Towbar fixing points. If there is corrosion or accident damage consult your
Towbar specialist before fitting.
3. Always fit shake proof washers.
4. There will be variations from vehicle to vehicle so do not fully tighten the bolts until instructed and observe correct torque
settings – see chart below.
5. Where spacing tubes are supplied they may need trimming to length. Always ensure the tubes are just short.
6. Always seal chassis openings and any drill holes to prevent possible water ingress.
7. Check all nuts and bolts periodically.
8. Never use drop plates as raising plates.
9. All of our Towbars now incorporate the facility for securing the breakaway cable /secondary coupling within the Towbar.
10. All tow bars designed after November 2012 – the secondary coupling point is tested @ 2D up to 15kN. (REG. 55 Standard).
11. Where a bumper cut is required guidance measurements are issued. However, due to model variations some may need
‘trimming to suit’. Care should be taken with this.
12. Always check the vehicle VIN Plate to ensure the vehicle is a Towing vehicle, it is advisable to make the vehicle owner
aware of the Towing capacity displayed on the VIN Plate. Never exceed the vehicle manufacturers recommended towing
limits.
13. After the Towbar is installed always check you have a minimum of 78mm Towball clearance, this is from the vehicle body
to the centre of the Towball.
14. Always remove the paint from the Towball if using a stabiliser hitch.

TORQUE SETTINGS
Size Torque Size Torque
M6 x 1 (8.8) 13 Nm M14 x 1.5 (8.8) 150 Nm
M8 x 1.25 (8.8) 25 Nm M16 X 2 (8.8) 215 Nm
M10 x 1.5 (8.8) 55 Nm M8 x 1.25 (10.9) 40 Nm
M10 x 1.25 (8.8) 60 Nm M10 x 1.5 (10.9) 70 Nm
M12 x 1.75 (8.8) 100 Nm M10 x 1.25 (10.9) 70 Nm
M12 x 1.5 (8.8) 110 Nm M12 x 1.75 (10.9) 130 Nm
M12 x 1.25 (8.8) 110 Nm M12 x 1.5 (10.9) 130 Nm
M14 x 2 (8.8) 150 Nm M12 x 1.25 (10.9) 130 Nm

CORRECT TORQUE SETTINGS MUST BE USED AND CHECKED REGULARLY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
 All Tow-Trust Towbars that are 94/20 EC or REG. 55 European Type Approved have been tested with a minimum 25mm packer.
 Vehicles first registered after August 1 1998 must use a Towball conforming to A50 – X dimensions and of a suitable D and S
st

value.
 All main components are pre-treated in Tri Cat 24E prior to being finished in PPG 6000 e-coat to give them the highest quality
automotive approved paint finish (1200 hour salt test approved).
MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance must be carried out and should include checking:-
All fixing points and torque settings.
All Towbar components for any movement from original position and ensure it is rigid, square and secure.
Chassis for corrosion around Towbar mounting points.
Possible wear on Towball.
Towbar paintwork for chips, scratches etc.
Any use outside of the recommended towing limits for the vehicle or failure to carry out maintenance checks will invalidate
warranty.
FITTING REPORT
DATE: 12/12/2023 MAKE & MODEL OF VEHICLE: Renault D210
VEHICLE REGISTRATION NO:
VF640J56XPB020882 PART NO: TTRUPD03 BATCH NO: 51582
FUSE LOCATION INVOICE NUMBER
496984
COMMENTS: The item was fitted as per the instructions outlined in TTRUPD03 Fitting Instruction (Issue:1).
All fasteners were threaded as per these instructions and subsequently marked.
 Issue 12
THESE GENERAL NOTES ARE COMMON TO ALL TOWBAR FITTING.
1. Check the box contents and read the fitting instructions thoroughly.
2. Remove any dirt or underseal from the Towbar fixing points. If there is corrosion or accident damage consult your
Towbar specialist before fitting.
3. Always fit shake proof washers.
4. There will be variations from vehicle to vehicle so do not fully tighten the bolts until instructed and observe correct torque
settings – see chart below.
5. Where spacing tubes are supplied they may need trimming to length. Always ensure the tubes are just short.
6. Always seal chassis openings and any drill holes to prevent possible water ingress.
7. Check all nuts and bolts periodically.
8. Never use drop plates as raising plates.
9. All of our Towbars now incorporate the facility for securing the breakaway cable /secondary coupling within the Towbar.
10. All tow bars designed after November 2012 – the secondary coupling point is tested @ 2D up to 15kN. (REG. 55 Standard).
11. Where a bumper cut is required guidance measurements are issued. However, due to model variations some may need
‘trimming to suit’. Care should be taken with this.
12. Always check the vehicle VIN Plate to ensure the vehicle is a Towing vehicle, it is advisable to make the vehicle owner
aware of the Towing capacity displayed on the VIN Plate. Never exceed the vehicle manufacturers recommended towing
limits.
13. After the Towbar is installed always check you have a minimum of 78mm Towball clearance, this is from the vehicle body
to the centre of the Towball.
14. Always remove the paint from the Towball if using a stabiliser hitch.

TORQUE SETTINGS
Size Torque Size Torque
M6 x 1 (8.8) 13 Nm M14 x 1.5 (8.8) 150 Nm
M8 x 1.25 (8.8) 25 Nm M16 X 2 (8.8) 215 Nm
M10 x 1.5 (8.8) 55 Nm M8 x 1.25 (10.9) 40 Nm
M10 x 1.25 (8.8) 60 Nm M10 x 1.5 (10.9) 70 Nm
M12 x 1.75 (8.8) 100 Nm M10 x 1.25 (10.9) 70 Nm
M12 x 1.5 (8.8) 110 Nm M12 x 1.75 (10.9) 130 Nm
M12 x 1.25 (8.8) 110 Nm M12 x 1.5 (10.9) 130 Nm
M14 x 2 (8.8) 150 Nm M12 x 1.25 (10.9) 130 Nm

CORRECT TORQUE SETTINGS MUST BE USED AND CHECKED REGULARLY

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
 All Tow-Trust Towbars that are 94/20 EC or REG. 55 European Type Approved have been tested with a minimum 25mm packer.
 Vehicles first registered after August 1 1998 must use a Towball conforming to A50 – X dimensions and of a suitable D and S
st

value.
 All main components are pre-treated in Tri Cat 24E prior to being finished in PPG 6000 e-coat to give them the highest quality
automotive approved paint finish (1200 hour salt test approved).
MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance must be carried out and should include checking:-
All fixing points and torque settings.
All Towbar components for any movement from original position and ensure it is rigid, square and secure.
Chassis for corrosion around Towbar mounting points.
Possible wear on Towball.
Towbar paintwork for chips, scratches etc.
Any use outside of the recommended towing limits for the vehicle or failure to carry out maintenance checks will invalidate
warranty.
FITTING REPORT
DATE: 12/12/2023 MAKE & MODEL OF VEHICLE: Renault D210
VEHICLE REGISTRATION NO:
VF640J56XPB020882 PART NO: PJB-4BS BATCH NO:

FUSE LOCATION INVOICE NUMBER 496984

COMMENTS: The item was fitted as per the instructions outlined in TTRUPD03 Fitting Instruction (Issue:1).
All fasteners were threaded as per these instructions and subsequently marked.
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TTRUPD03-NT
REG 58.03
NON TOWING BEAM

TTRUPD03-TB
REG 58.03
REG 55
TOWING BEAM

Can Be Fitted To Any Vehicle From 3500 Kg To 32000 Kg GVW

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Minimum Width
728 mm

Maximum Width
948 mm

2352 mm

Part No. TTRUPD03-NT

2352 mm

Part No. TTRUPD03-TB

700 mm
550 mm
450 mm

Part No. TTRUPD03-450 Part No. TTRUPD03-550 Part No. TTRUPD03-700

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Please Use As A Reference To Establish All The Parts Required Before Ordering The Product!

TTRUPD03-NT

TTRUPD03-TB

Minimum Part Requirements For Towing & Non Towing

700 mm
550 mm
450 mm

Part No. TTRUPD03-450 Part No. TTRUPD03-550 Part No. TTRUPD03-700

TTRUPD03-BKT All Versions Require These Parts Which Come With Required Fixing Kits
Bolt Kit Part Numbers Below:-
TTRUPD03-M14-10
TTRUPD03-M14-24
TTRUPD03-M14-30
TTRUPD03-M14 TTRUPD03-M16 TTRUPD03-M16-14
TTRUPD03-M16-18
Depending On Chassis Depending On Chassis TTRUPD03-M16-24

Optional Additional Requirements All Come With Fixing Kits excluding APBJ-4BS

APBJ-M12
TTRUPD03-EXT APBJ-4BS For use With AAHC/NATO TTRUPD03-SP
APBJ-4BS

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Note:- All versions shown below will require additional bolt kits for the chassis.
421 536 114 599 114 714
151 270 266 270 215 270 330 270

321 321 308 321 308 321

450 450 450 450

385 500 385 500

TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-TB TTRUPD03-TB

TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT
TTRUPD03-450 TTRUPD03-450 TTRUPD-450 TTRUPD03-450
TTRUPD03-EXT APBJ-4BS TTRUPD-EXT
APBJ-M12 APBJ-4BS
APBJ-M12
421 536 114 599 114 714
151 270 266 270 215 270 330 270

421 421 408 421 408 421

550 550 550 550

378 493 378 493

TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-TB TTRUPD03-TB

TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT
TTRUPD03-550 TTRUPD03-550 TTRUPD-550 TTRUPD03-550
TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-EXT APBJ-4BS TTRUPD-EXT
APBJ-M12 APBJ-4BS
APBJ-M12
421 536 114 599 114 714
151 270 266 270 215 270 330 270

571 571 558 571 558 571

700 700 700 700

366 481 366 481

TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-TB TTRUPD03-TB

TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT TTRUPD03-BKT
TTRUPD03-700 TTRUPD03-700 TTRUPD-700 TTRUPD03-700
TTRUPD03-EXT APBJ-4BS TTRUPD-EXT
APBJ-M12 APBJ-4BS
APBJ-M12

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Minimum Hole Patterns To Be Drilled As Required

Hole Patterns Must Always Be Drilled With A Minimum Of
25mm Of Material Above Measured From The Hole Centre.

40 mm 40 mm

25 mm 25 mm
40 mm 40 mm

C l=min 5500 cm4

DETAIL E

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Minimum Hole Patterns To Be Drilled As Required

It is advised that the RUPD is fitted with reference to the appropriate body builders guide
Note: The minimum number of fixings stated is per pair of attachment brackets.
We would always advice to use as many fixings as possible.
The images shown are to be used purely as a guide.

N3 & N2 8000 Kg To 32000 Kg N2 Less Than 8000 kg

Minimum Configurations Minimum Configurations
Shown Below Shown Below

N2 >8000 kg Only
TTRUPD03-700 TTRUPD03-550 TTRUPD03-450 TTRUPD03-550
30 x M14 24 x M14 18 x M14 10 x M14

N2 >8000 kg Only
TTRUPD03-700 TTRUPD03-550 TTRUPD03-450 TTRUPD03-450
24 x M16 18 x M16 14 x M16 8 x M14

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C
B

DETAIL A

Vehicle Category Maximum Ground Ground Clearance Ground Clearance

Or Distance Clearance Unladen Shall Not Exceed Vehicles With A
Vehicle Type From Rear Unladen (For Hydro-pneumatic, Departure Angle
Of Vehicle Shall Hydraulic or Of Up To
Not Exceed Pneumatic suspension or 8 Degrees
a device for automatic self
levelling according to load
N2 3.5T > 8T 408 mm 550 mm N/A N/A
N2 8T to 12T 408 mm 500 mm 450 mm 550 mm
N3 12T to 32T 408 mm 500 mm 450 mm 600 mm
Key To Diagrams A B B C

B B

Max Max
100mm 100mm

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Items will be boxed as below with individual fitting kits please check before fitting.
Parts List: TTRUPD03-NT
2340 mm

1 x TTRUPD03-NT, 2 x 127 mm Plastic end caps.

Parts List: TTRUPD03-TB

2340 mm

1 x TTRUPD03-TB, 2 x 127 mm Plastic End Caps & 1 x TTRUPD03-7.

Parts List: TTRUPD03-BKT

TTRUPD03
TTRUPD03-1 Captive Nut
TTRUPD03-2 TTRUPD03-3
Handed Strap

2 x TTRUPD03-1, 4 x TTRUPD03-2, 4 x TTRUPD03-3, 4 x TTRUPD03 Captive Nuts Straps

14 x M16 x 50 mm (10.9) Flange Bolts & Flange Nuts, 8 x M14 x 50 mm (10.9) Flange Bolts.
TTRUPD03-450 (2 Handed Parts) TTRUPD03-550 (2 Handed Parts) TTRUPD03-700 (2 Handed Parts)
700 mm
550 mm
450 mm

Optional Parts
2 x TTRUPD03-EXT TTRUPD03-M14 or M16 APBJ-M12 APBJ-4BS AAHC/NATO TTRUPD03-SP

2 x M8 x 30 Bolts
& Nyloc Nuts.
8 x M16 x 50 mm (10.9) Flange Bolts 4 x 8 x 20 Flat
& Flange Nuts Washers

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1. Mark off holes in attachment brackets at required height. 2. Drill holes in attachment brackets at required height and
cut off unnecessary material if required.
Ensure that the attachment
brackets are drilled to the
size that matches the
Chassis Minimum 25 mm From
Top Of Bracket

3. Loosely bolt attachment brackets to the vehicle chassis. 4. (Note skip this step if fitting TTRUPD03-EXT).
Mark off holes for TTRUPD03-1. Loosely bolt TTRUPD03-2 to the attachment brackets using
Remove and open the holes out to 17mm ,then remount the the kit supplied.
attachment brackets and TTRUPD03-1

Cut the crossbar to the required length with reference to the image on page 7.
(N2 Vehicles will generally need 174mm removing from each side).
Once the length is correct insert the plastic end caps.
This is applicable to TTRUPD03-NT and TTRUPD03-TB

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5. (Note skip this step if not fitting TTRUPD03-EXT). 6. Loosely attach the crossbar keeping it central to the
Loosely bolt TTRUPD03-EXT to the attachment brackets vehicle
using the kit supplied then fit TTRUPD03-2 to TTRUPD03-EXT
as shown.

Slide the clamp plate

into the back plate of
the crossbar to the
required setting

7. Fully tighten all fixings to the correct torque as shown 9. For TTRUPD03-TB Fix the towball to the chosen setting
below ensuring the complete assembly is rigid, square and with TTRUPD03-7 fitted behind flange plate.
secure.

M14 (10.9) 150 Nm M12 (10.9) 130 Nm

M16 (10.9) 252 Nm

10. Fix TTRUPD03-SP using

the kit supplied.

M8 (8.8) 25 Nm
8. Once fully tightened break
the protruding part of the
clamp plate off by twisting it.

1500 Miles

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Only use the highlighted mounting The remaining mounting points are The Socket Plate is optional.
points for attachment of the towball only for use in conjunction with It is only included for
AAHC/NATO. illustration purposes.

Attach the height adjustable coupling as

shown using the kit supplied and fully tighten
ensuring the coupling is rigid and square.

M12 (10.9) 130 Nm

M16 (10.9) 252 Nm

155 219 325

127 127 127

TTRUPD03-NT TTRUPD03-TB TTRUPD03-TB & AAHC/NATO

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