Transport Modes

Deichsel

A rigid bar used for towing vehicles or trailers, providing a secure, direct mechanical connection between the towing vehicle and the towed unit; subject to ECE R55, SAE J684, and IATA AHM guidelines for airside use.

Quick answer: A rigid bar used for towing vehicles or trailers, providing a secure, direct mechanical connection between the towing vehicle and the towed unit; subject to ECE R55, SAE J684, and IATA AHM guidelines for airside use.

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Quick answer

A rigid bar used for towing vehicles or trailers, providing a secure, direct mechanical connection between the towing vehicle and the towed unit; subject to ECE R55, SAE J684, and IATA AHM guidelines for airside use.

Why it matters

Deichsel matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Modes contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Deichsel?

In this glossary, Deichsel refers to: A rigid bar used for towing vehicles or trailers, providing a secure, direct mechanical connection between the towing vehicle and the towed unit; subject to ECE R55, SAE J684, and IATA AHM guidelines for airside use.

How is Deichsel used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Die Deichsel muss laut technischer Flottenbetriebsanleitung sowohl zum Zugfahrzeug als auch zum gezogenen Gerät passen."

Why does Deichsel matter in logistics?

Deichsel matters because it supports clear communication in Transport Modes contexts for Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as FIATA Diploma, CILT Certification, and IATA DGR.

Who uses Deichsel?

Deichsel is mainly used by Freight Forwarders, Supply Chain Managers, and Customs Brokers.

What category does Deichsel belong to?

In this glossary, Deichsel is grouped under Transport Modes. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO and published by Protermify Logistics as a static logistics reference page.

Definition

A rigid bar used for towing vehicles or trailers, providing a secure, direct mechanical connection between the towing vehicle and the towed unit; subject to ECE R55, SAE J684, and IATA AHM guidelines for airside use.

Operational example

The tow bar must be compatible with both the towing vehicle and the towed equipment, as per the fleet operator’s technical manual.

Localized term

Deichsel

Localized example

Die Deichsel muss laut technischer Flottenbetriebsanleitung sowohl zum Zugfahrzeug als auch zum gezogenen Gerät passen.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

Category

Transport Modes

Exam relevance

  • FIATA Diploma
  • CILT Certification
  • IATA DGR

Target audience

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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