49 CFR § 232.501 Brake System Safety Standards for Freight and Other Non-Passenger Trains and Equipment; End-of-Train Devices

§ 232.501 Scope.

Current through Sep 25, 2026 · Read all of Part 232

This subpart contains general requirements for introducing new brake system technologies. This subpart is intended to facilitate the introduction of new complete brake system technologies or major upgrades to existing systems which the current regulations do not adequately address (i.e., electronic brake systems). This subpart is not intended for use in the introduction of a new brake component or material.

← § 232.409 Inspection and testing of end-of-train devices.§ 232.503 Process to introduce new brake system technology. →