Transport Modes

Tow Hitch

A towing device fitted to vehicles or trailers, designed for secure coupling to a tow bar or trailer tongue, in compliance with ECE R55 and SAE J684 standards.

Quick answer: A towing device fitted to vehicles or trailers, designed for secure coupling to a tow bar or trailer tongue, in compliance with ECE R55 and SAE J684 standards.

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Quick answer

A towing device fitted to vehicles or trailers, designed for secure coupling to a tow bar or trailer tongue, in compliance with ECE R55 and SAE J684 standards.

Why it matters

Tow Hitch 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 Tow Hitch?

In this glossary, Tow Hitch refers to: A towing device fitted to vehicles or trailers, designed for secure coupling to a tow bar or trailer tongue, in compliance with ECE R55 and SAE J684 standards.

How is Tow Hitch used in logistics?

In logistics communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "The tow hitch must be rated and tested according to the weight of the trailer and the requirements of ECE R55."

Why does Tow Hitch matter in logistics?

Tow Hitch 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 Tow Hitch?

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

What category does Tow Hitch belong to?

In this glossary, Tow Hitch 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 towing device fitted to vehicles or trailers, designed for secure coupling to a tow bar or trailer tongue, in compliance with ECE R55 and SAE J684 standards.

Operational example

The tow hitch must be rated and tested according to the weight of the trailer and the requirements of ECE R55.

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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