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3.2.2 Air pollution control. The vehicle shall comply with EPA Regulations governing
Control of Air Pollution from New Motor Vehicles and New Motor Vehicle Engines in effect on
the date of manufacture. In addition, vehicles destined for California shall comply with State of
California regulations governing air pollution control in effect on the date of manufacture.
3.2.3 Sound level. The interior sound level shall conform to Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Regulation 393.94. The interior noise level during the packing and container hoisting cycles
shall be within the permissible noise exposure levels of Occupational Safety and Health
Standard 1910.95, based on an exposure duration of 8 hours per day (currently, 90 dBA). The
drive-by vehicle exterior sound level shall conform to the EPA Noise Emission Standards for
Transportation Equipment - Medium and Heavy Trucks.
3.2.4 Curb weight. The curb weight shall include the weight of the chassis and cab, with
all attachments, accessories, equipment, and a full complement of fuel, lubricants, coolant, and
hydraulic fluid.
3.2.5 Gross vehicle weight. The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle
furnished shall equal the curb weight, the operator weight (computed at 175 pounds), and a
payload equal to 650 pounds per cubic yard times the actual compaction volume of the body
furnished; or shall equal 32,000 pounds, whichever is greater.
3.2.6 Weight distribution. The distribution of the GVW for the purpose of establishing
suspension, axle, and tire capacities shall be determined with the payload uniformly distributed
over the load area.
3.2.7 Ratings. Vehicle ratings shall be manufacturer's published ratings. Component and
vehicular ratings shall not be raised to meet the requirements of this specification. When
published ratings are not available, verification of ratings must be submitted to the engineering
office of the procuring activity.
3.2.8 Cab-to-axle dimension. The cab-to-axle dimension shall conform to that
recommended by the refuse collection body manufacturer for conformance to this specification.
3.2.9 Overall width. The overall width of the vehicle, exclusive of mirrors, lights,
reflectors and tires, shall be not more than 96 inches. The width over the tires shall be not more
than 100 inches.
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