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Railway Group Standards containing National Technical Rules
Control, Command and Signalling
Note: Combined Control, Command and Signalling High Speed and Conventional Rail Technical Specification for Interoperability applies from 25 July 2012
Note: Changes are highlighted in yellow
RGS
BR1654
Title
Issue
No.
Issue date
Mandatory
date
Radio Electronic Token Block System
2
Dec-86
Dec-86
National Technical Rule:
relevant clause(s)
All requirements
For
compatibility
Yes
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant
TSI clause(s)
TSI clause(s)
None
None
Part 2 compliance requirements
Comment
BR1654 is relevant for Class B CCS system.
Changes to requirements since December 2015 update
None
Note the intention is to analyse this document to
determine if it can be withdrawn.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GERT8012
Controlling the Speed of Tilting Trains
through Curves
1
Dec-99
Apr-00
All requirements
Yes
None
None
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GERT8018
Mechanical Trainstop System
Interface
2
Sep-12
Dec-12
All requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Subject of standards change proposal when further
work will be carried out to determine the way forward
for this standard.
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 5 compliance requirements
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
GERT8019
Tilting Trains: Controlling Tilt Systems
to Maintain Clearances
1
Apr-00
Apr-00
All requirements
Yes
None
None
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GERT8026
Safety Requirements for Cab
Signalling Systems
1
Dec-00
Feb-01
All requirements
Engineering Requirements for
Dispatch of Trains from Platforms
2
Jun-10
Sep-10
All requirements
None
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
Yes
None
None
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GERT8060
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Subject of standards change project when further
work will be carried out to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
GERT8071
Proceed-on-Sight Authorities
2
Dec-11
Mar-12
All requirements
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
project and the intention is to propose it is withdrawn.
GERT8075
AWS and TPWS Interface
Requirements
2
Mar-15
Jun-15
All requirements and Appendices A
to H
Part 3 compliance requirements
Yes
None
None
GERT8075 is relevant for Class B CCS system.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
proposal.
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RGS
GERT8402
Title
ERTMS/ETCS DMI National
Requirements
Issue
No.
Issue date
Mandatory
date
National Technical Rule:
relevant clause(s)
For
compatibility
1
Mar-12
Jun-12
All requirements (for CCS TSI specific
case: 7.2.9.3)
Yes
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant
TSI clause(s)
TSI clause(s)
None
GIRT7033
Lineside Operational Safety Signs
3
Jun-15
Mar-16
All requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
CCS TSI specific case 7.2.9.3 for
4.2.12 (ETCS DMI and the
alphanumeric keyboard)
Part 4 compliance requirements
Yes
None
Comment
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
Identification of Signalling and
Related Equipment
4
Jun-11
Sep-11
All requirements
Yes
None
None
None
Note an error has been identified in the CCS TSI - it
references Index 51 when it should reference Index 6.
A note has been made on the TSIs Issues Log that the
CCS TSI was published with an error.
Part 3 compliance requirements
GKRT0009
Changes to requirements since December 2015 update
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GI/RT7033 issue three was revised to remove the lineside signs from the
RGS. The lineside signs are now published separately in the RGS Catalogue
together with supporting guidance (GIGN7634 Index for Lineside Signs).
Refer to the Impact Assessment for details of the changes and the
clarification against Figure A.1 and Figure B.1.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
GKRT0028
Infrastructure Based Train Detection
Interface Requirements
2
Dec-14
Mar-15
2.3, 2.4, 2.5
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
GKRT0044
Permissive Working
3
Dec-14
Mar-15
All requirements and Appendix A
Part 5 compliance requirements
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
project. The intention is to propose this RGS for
withdrawal.
GKRT0045
Lineside Signals, Indicators and
Layout of Signals
4
Dec-14
Mar-15
All requirements and Appendix A
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 8 compliance requirements
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
project. The intention is to propose this RGS for
withdrawal.
GKRT0053
Control of Unwanted Voltages on
Telecommunications Equipment at
Stations
1
Dec-11
Mar-13
All requirements
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
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RGS
GKRT0055
Title
Issue
No.
Issue date
Mandatory
date
Block System Interface Requirements
1
Sep-13
Dec-13
National Technical Rule:
relevant clause(s)
2.2, 2.3, 2.4
For
compatibility
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant
TSI clause(s)
TSI clause(s)
Comment
Changes to requirements since December 2015 update
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
GKRT0057
Lineside Signal and Indicator Product
Design and Assessment
Requirements
1
Dec-14
Mar-15
All requirements
Part 5 compliance requirements
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
GKRT0058
Lineside Signal Aspect and Indication
Requirements
1
Dec-14
Mar-15
All requirements and Appendices A
to D
Yes
None
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Note further work is needed to identify specific
requirements as national technical rules.
GKRT0075
Lineside Signal Spacing and Speed
Signage
4
Sep-15
Dec-15
All requirements and Appendices A
to E and X
Part 4 compliance requirements
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GKRT0075 issue four modifies the requirement for the provision and
position of warning boards for temporary speed restrictions. Other minor
changes have also been made. Refer to the Impact Assessment for details
of the changes.
GKRT0077
Ground Frames and Shunters'
Releases
1
Sep-13
Dec-13
2.2, 2.3, 2.4
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 4 compliance requirements
GKRT0094
Train Voice Radio Systems
1
Mar-13
Jun-13
All requirements and Appendices A
and B
Part 10 compliance requirements
GKRT0192
Level Crossing Interface
Requirements
2
Dec-12
Mar-13
All requirements and Appendix A
Note CCS TSI (clauses Annex A index 32, index 33,
index 67) does not adequately address some issues
but the requirements are needed in GB for technical
compatibility between subsystems. Further work is
needed to identify specific requirements as national
technical rules.
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 4 compliance requirements
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
proposal.
GKRT0212
Signalling Lockout Systems to Protect
Railway Undertaking Personnel
1
Aug-07
Oct-07
All requirements
Yes
None
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Note this RGS is the subject of a standards change
proposal.
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Energy
Note: Combined Energy High Speed and Conventional Rail Technical Specification for Interoperability applies from on 01 January 2015
RGS
GLRT1210
Title
Issue No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
One
Dec-14
Mar-15
AC Energy Subsystem and Interfaces
to Rolling Stock Subsystem
National Technical Rule:
relevant clause(s)
Part 2, Part 3 (except 3.1.5, 3.9)
NTRs for technical compatibility
For compatibility
Yes
3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.1.3, 3.1.4, 3.1.6 (for
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.2)
For open points: relevant
TSI and clause(s)
ENE TSI open point: 4.2.9.1 (contact ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.2 for
wire height at level crossings)
4.2.9.1 (contact wire height)
EN 50122, clause 4 Contact line
zone and current collector zone,
and clause 4.1 Overhead contact
line systems
3.1.6 (for ENE TSI specific case:
7.4.2.9.3)
For specific cases: relevant TSI
and clause(s)
Comment
Changes to requirements since
December 2015 update
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.3 for
4.2.9.2, 4.2.10 (maximum lateral
deviation and pantograph gauge)
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.4 for
4.2.18 (protective provisions against
electric shock)
2.2.2.2 (for ENE TSI specific case:
7.4.2.9.4)
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.5
(conformity assessment of OCL as
component)
3.9 (for ENE TSI specific case 7.4.2.9.5
3.1.5 (for ENE TSI open point 4.2.9.1)
3.2.1 (for ENE TSI open point 4.1)
Part 4 compliance requirements
GLRT1212
DC Conductor Rail Energy Subsytem
and Interfaces to Rolling Stock
Subsystem
One
Sep-15
Dec-15
Part 2, Part 3 (for ENE TSI specific
case: 7.4.2.9.1)
Yes
None
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.1 (for
4.2.3 voltage and frequency)
Yes
None
ENE TSI specific case: 7.4.2.9.3 (for
Note the exception to the general compliance date New standard in the gauging suite of RGSs,
4.2.9.2 maximum lateral deviation and for the lower sector vehicle gauge requirements in superseding GMRT2149 issue three which will
4.2.10 Pantograph gauge)
2.2.4.2 of 04 December 2021.
be withdrawn in March 2016.
New standard incorporates the new standard
GMRT2173 sets out the pantograph
For other applications see rolling stock listing.
lower sector vehicle gauge; sets out improved
sway of UK rolling stock in clause 3.4
methods for calculating the pantography
and Appendix E
Part 1 sets out a list of documents that contain
sway; provides clarify when calculating swept
relevant requirements. Refer to the RGS Catalogue envelopes and takes account of deviations
for any amendments or clarifications.
associated with shoegear and tripcocks. See
the impact assessment for details of the
changes.
Part 4 compliance requirements
GMRT2173
Requirements for the Size of Vehicles
and Position of Equipment
One
Sept 15
Mar 16
3.4, Appendix E (for ENE TSI specific
case: 7.4.2.9.3)
Part 5 compliance requirements
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Infrastructure
Note: Combined Infrastructure High Speed and Conventional Rail Technical Specification for Interoperability applies from 01 January 2015
(The combined INF TSI includes in Appendix Q a list of the notified National Technical Rules for the UK-GB Specific Cases)
Note: Changes are highlighted in yellow
RGS
GC/RT5021
Title
Track System Requirements
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
5
Dec-11
Mandatory National Technical Rule: relevant
date
clause(s)
Mar-12
4.7 (for INF TSI specitfic case: 7.7.17.4)
For
For open points: relevant TSI
compatibility
and clause(s)
Yes
None
Yes
None
Part 5 compliance requirements
GC/RT5033
Terminal Tracks - Requirements for Buffer Stops,
Arresting Devices and End Impact Walls
2
Dec-07
Feb-08
All requirements
For specific cases: relevant TSI
and clause(s)
Comment
INF TSI specific case: 7.7.17.4 for 4.2.5.3
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
and Appendix J (maximum unguided length clarifications.
of fixed obtuse crossings)
None
Revised INF TSI and earlier TSI is silent on this issue but
is needed for GB compatibility for subsystems.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
Refer to RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GIRT7073
Requirements for the Position of Infrastructure
and for Defining and Maintaining Clearances
1
Dec-15
Mar-16
All requirements, Appendices A and B (for INF
TSI specific cases: 7.7.17.1, 7.7.17.2, 7.7.17.3,
7.7.17.7)
Yes
None
Part 4 compliance requirements
INF TSI specific cases:
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
7.7.17.1 for 4.2.1 (categories of line: gauge clarifications.
7.7.17.2 for 4.2.3.1 (structure gauge)
7.7.17.3 for 4.2.3.2 (distance between track
centres)
7.7.17.7 for 4.2.9.3 (platform offset)
GIRT7073 is a new standard that supersedes GC/RT5212
Requirements for Defining and Maintaining Clearances
issue one. GC/RT5212 will be withdrawn as of March
2016.
Part 1 sets out a list of documents that contains relevant
requirements.
New standard in the gauging suite of standards.
GIRT7073 clarifies the lower sector requirements so that
the requirements now include all infrastructure not only
structures. See the impact assessment for details of the
changes.
GE/RT8006
Assessment of Compatibility of Rail Vehicle
Weights and Underline Bridges
2
Sep-10
Dec-10
All requirements, Appendix A (for INF TSI open
point: 4.2.1 and Appendix E/F and INF TSI
specific case: 4.2.7.4 and Appendix F)
Yes
INF TSI open point: 4.2.1 and
Appendix E/F (TSI categories of line)
Part 5 compliance requirements
GE/RT8073
Requirements for the Application of Standard
Vehicle Gauges
3
Dec-15
Mar-16
All requirements and Appendices A to N
(for INF TSI specific cases: 7.7.17.1, 7.7.17.2,
7.7.17.8 and LOC&PAS TSI 7.3.2.2)
Yes
None
Part 5 compliance requirements
INF TSI specific case: 4.2.7.4 and Appendix F Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
(resistance of existing bridges and
clarifications.
earthworks to traffic loads)
Note the specific case is an implicit specific case that is
actually in the main text.
INF TSI specific cases:
7.7.17.1 for 4.2.1 (categories of line)
7.7.17.2 for 4.2.3 (line layout)
7.7.17.8 for 4.2.3.1 and 6.2.4.1 (structure
gauge)
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
GERT8073 issue three was published in December 2015
and supersedes GERT8073 issue two, which will be
withdrawn in March 2016.
Revised standard in the gauging suite of standards.
Changes include withdrawing W11, UK1 and C1 gauges
and Appendix A that dealt with the W6a gauge. New
gauges have been introduced; W10a, Passenger-Gauges
1 and 2 and lower sector vehicle gauge. Methods for
calculating dynamic movements of W6 to W12 gauges
and locomotive gauges revised for better accuracy of
clearances.
LOC&PAS TSI:
7.3.2.2 for 4.2.3.1 (gauging)
Part 1 sets out a list of documents that contain relevant
requirements.
See the impact assessment for details of the changes.
GI/RT7016
Interface between Station Platforms, Track and
Trains
5
Mar-14
Jun-14
All requirements (for INF TSI specific cases:
7.7.17.1, 7.7.17.2, 7.7.17.6, 7.7.17.7)
Part 13 compliance requirements
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Yes
None
INF TSI specific cases:
7.7.17.1 for 4.2.1 (TSI categories of line)
7.7.17.2 for 4.2.3 (line layout)
7.7.17.6, 7.7.17.7 for 4.2.9 (platforms)
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Note some of the provisions from the PRM TSI will be
transferred to the revised INF TSI and the specific case
in the PRM TSI is now included in the INF TSI.
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RGS
GI/RT7019
Title
Requirements for Lighting in Railway Tunnels
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
2
Sep-13
Mandatory National Technical Rule: relevant
date
clause(s)
Dec-13
All requirements
For
For open points: relevant TSI
compatibility
and clause(s)
Yes
None
For specific cases: relevant TSI
and clause(s)
None
Comment
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
Part 3 compliance requirements
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Rolling Stock and Plant
Note: Combined Rolling Stock High Speed and Conventional Rail Technical Specification for Interoperability applies from 01 January 2015
Relevant Technical Specifications for Interoperability: Conventional Rail Locomotives and Passenger Rolling Stock (LOC&PAS, Rolling Stock (Freight Wagons (WAG) and Noise (NOI)
Note: Changes are highlighted in yellow
RGS
GERT8014
Title
Axlebox Condition Monitoring - Hot
Axlebox Detection
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
2
Jun-11
Sep-11
NTR: relevant clause(s)
2.3 (for WAG TSI open point:
4.2.3.4)
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
WAG TSI open point: 4.2.3.4
(axle bearing condition
monitoring)
Comments
LOC&PAS TSI specific case: 7.3.2.2. (for Note the specific case is required for acoustic bearing
4.2.3.3.2 axle bearing condition
detection and the open point in WAG TSI for on-board
monitoring)
detection.
3.1, 3.2 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.2)
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 4 compliance requirements
GE/RT8073
Requirements for the Application of
Standard Vehicle Gauges
3
Dec-15
Mar-16
All requirements, Appendices A
to N
(for INF TSI specific cases:
7.7.17.1, 7.7.17.2, 7.7.17.8
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.2)
INF TSI specific cases:
7.7.17.1 for 4.2.1 (categories of line)
7.7.17.2 for 4.2.3 (line layout)
7.7.17.8 for 4.2.3.1 and 6.2.4.1
(structure gauge)
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GERT8073 issue three was published in December 2015
and supersedes GERT8073 issue two, which will be
withdrawn in March 2016.
Revised standard in the gauging suite of standards.
Changes include withdrawing W11, UK1 and C1 gauges
and Appendix A that dealt with the W6a gauge. New
gauges have been introduced; W10a, Passenger-Gauges
1 and 2 and lower sector vehicle gauge. Methods for
calculating dynamic movements of W6 to W12 gauges
and locomotive gauges revised for better accuracy of
clearances.
LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.2 for 4.2.3.1 (gauging)
Part 5 compliance requirements
Part 1 sets out a list of documents that contain relevant
requirements.
See the impact assessment for details of the changes.
GMRT2040
Calculation of Brake Force Data for Rolling
Stock Library
1
May-95
Jul-95
5.1, 5.2, 5.3
NTRs for calculation of braking
data needed for compatibility
with GB business systems
Yes
None
None
Note the requirements determine data for operational
compatibility and addresses 4.2.2.6.2 of the OPE TSI.
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GMRT2041
Braking System Requirements and
Performance for Trailer Coaching Stock
2
Apr-00
Jun-00
5.1, 5.2, 11.1
NTRs for braking performance
needed for compatibility with
existing GB network
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
Yes
None
None
Note determines requirements for compatibility with Class B
signalling systems.
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
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RGS
GMRT2042
Title
Braking System Requirements and
Performance for Traction Units
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
2
Apr-00
Jun-00
NTR: relevant clause(s)
5.1, 5.2, 7.1 f), 7.1 g), 11.1
NTRs for braking performance
needed for compatibility with
existing GB network
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
None
None
Comments
Note determines requirements for compatibility with Class B
signalling systems.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GMRT2043
Braking System and Performance for
Freight Trains
2
Jun-11
Sep-11
5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 7.1.1, 7.1.2,
7.1.3, 7.1.4, 10.1, 10.2, 11.2
NTRs for braking performance
needed for compatibility with
existing GB network
Yes
None
None
Determines requirements for compatibility with Class B
signalling systems.
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GMRT2044
Braking System Requirements and
Performance for Multiple Units
4
Jun-01
Aug-01
5.1, 5.2 5.4, 5.6, 7.1.1, 7.1.2,
7.1.3, 7.1.4, 7.1.5, 7.1.6, 11.1,
11.2, 11.3
NTRs for braking performance
needed for compatibility with
existing GB network
Yes
None
None
Braking Principles for Rail Vehicles
3
Sep-11
Dec-11
7.3.1 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.19)
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notifiction.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GMRT2045
Determines requirements for compatibility with Class B
signalling systems.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific case 7.3.2.19. for 7.3.1 of GM/RT2045 provides an alternative arrangement for
4.2.9.1.6 (power/brake controller)
power/brake controller as per 7.3.2.19 of LOC&PAS TSI.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GMRT2046
Braking System Requirements and
Performance for Trains which Operate
above 125 mile/h
1
Apr-00
Jun-00
5.1, 5.2, 5.4.1, 5.4.2 (for
LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.7)
NTRs for braking performance
needed for compatibility with
existing GB network
Refer to Part A and Part B
compliance requirements.
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Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific case 7.3.2.7. for
4.2.4.5.2 (emergency braking)
Note determines requirements for compatibility with Class B
signalling systems.
None
GM/RT2040 - GM/RT2046 has been rationalised into one
Railway Group Standard - GMRT2045. GMRT2045 published
in March 2016, compliance in June 2016 when it will be
proposed for notification.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
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GMRT2100
Title
Requirements for Rail Vehicle Structures
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
5
Jun-12
Sep-12
NTR: relevant clause(s)
3.3.3, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 7.2, 8.1.6, 9.3
NTRs for compatibility with the
GB network
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
LOC&PAS TSI open point 7.5.2.1 LOC&PAS TSI specific case 7.3.2.1 (for
(for 4.2.2.9 Interior passive
4.2.2.2.5 Vehicle end couplings)
safety)
6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, 6.6, 6.7,
6.8, 6.9 (for LOC&PAS open point:
7.5.2.1)
Comments
LOC&PAS TSI 4.2.2.9 is an implicit open point for glazing.
LOC&PAS TSI 7.5.2.1 is an implicit open point for interior
passive safety to support missing requirements in chapter
4.2.2.5 of LOC&PAS TSI.
LOC&PAS 7.3.2.1 is a specific case for 4.2.2.2.5 for vehicle end
couplings.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
8.1.2 (for LOC&PAS specific case:
7.3.2.1)
Part 10 compliance requirements
GMRT2111
Rolling Stock Subsystem and Interfaces to
AC Energy Subsystem
1
Dec-14
See comment
2.4.2 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.24)
3.2, 3.5 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.11)
4.2, 4.5 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
cases: 7.3.2.13, 7.3.2.14)
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI:
7.3.2.11 for 4.2.8.2.2 (power supply)
7.3.2.13 for 4.2.8.2.9.1.1 and 7.3.2.14
for 4.2.8.2.9.2 (pantograph)
7.3.2.24 for 4.2.11.6 (shore supply)
From 07 March 2015 to 02 June 2017 projects for new or
modified vehicles (this excludes like for like replacement of
components) can comply with either
GM/RT2111 issue one (for AC vehicles) or:
[Section B 4.8 of GE/RT8025 issue one, sections 4, 4.1, 5.1.1,
5.1.2 of GM/RT2181 issue three and sections B4.1, B4.3, B4.8,
B5.2.1 of GM/RT2304 issue three]
From 03 June 2017, GM/RT2111 issue one shall be complied
with for all new or modified vehicles.
See the
None
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific cases
7.3.2.10 (for 4.2.8.2 power supply)
7.3.2.11 (for 4.2.8.2.2 operation within
range of voltages and frequencies)
None
Parts 2, 3, 4
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
From 05 December 2015 to 03 June 2017, for new or modified
vehicles, (this excludes like for like replacement of
components) projects shall comply with GM/RT2113 issue
one or:
GE/RT8025 issue one (sections B5.5 and B5.6)
GM/RT2304 issue three (sections B4.1, B4.3 and B4.8)
From 03 June 2017, GM/RT2113 issue one shall be complied
with for all new or modified vehicles.
Part 5 for compliance
requirements
The amendment obviates the need for an exception to the
general compliance date, therefore clause 5.4.1 is withdrawn.
Part 5 compliance requirements
GMRT2113
GMRT2130
Rolling Stock Subsystem and Interfaces to
DC Conductor Rail Energy Subsystem
Vehicle Fire, Safety and Evacuation
1
4
Sep-15
Dec-13
See comment
Mar-14
3.1 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.10)
3.3 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.11)
2.2, 3.1, 5.1, 5.2
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
Yes
LOC&PAS TSI open point:
4.2.10.2.1, 7.1.1.5 (fire safety
and evacuation)
None
2.8 of GM/RT2130 supports the alternative solution provided
in clauses 7.1.1.5 and 4.2.10.2.1 of the LOC&PAS TSI .
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
2.8 (for LOC&PAS TSI open point:
4.2.10.2.1)
Part 8 compliance requirements
GMRT2132
On-board Energy Metering for Billing
Purposes
1
Sep-10
Dec-10
2.5, 2.6, 2.7 (for LOC&PAS TSI
open point: 4.2.8.2.8
Part 4 compliance requirements
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Yes
LOC&PAS TSI open point:
4.2.8.2.8 and Appendix D - part
5 (on-board energy
measurement system)
None
Supports open point in TSI.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
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GMRT2141
Title
Resistance of Railway Vehicles to
Derailment and Roll-Over
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
3
Jun-09
Aug-09
NTR: relevant clause(s)
For LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.5 and WAG TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.4
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
None
2.2, 2.3
NTRs for test conditions of the
vehicle
2.4
NTR for specific assessment for
safety against roll-over (part of
running dynamic assessment)
2.5, 2.6
NTR for applying the method for
running dynamic behaviour (for
LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.5)
Appendix D and Appendix E sets
out method for running dynamic
behaviour. Projects can adopt
either method.
Comments
LOC&PAS TSI specific case: 7.3.2.5. for Supports application of GB methodology.
4.2.3.4.2 (running dynamic behaviour)
Specific cases in the WAG TSI (7.3.2.4) and the LOC&PAS TSI
WAG TSI specific case: 7.3.2.4 for
(7.3.2.5) for running dynamic behaviour states that national
4.2.3.5.2 (running dynamic behaviour) rules can be used to carry out the assessment set out in
Appendix D or Appendix E of GM/RT2141 (projects can adopt
either method). NB: GM/GN2688 suggests modifications to
the running dynamic behaviour assessment method in EN
14363:2005 for the assessment of wagons and these
modifications are allowed between the EN 14363:2005 rules
as modified by ERA/TD/2012-17/INT.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
For the specific cases dealing with safety against derailment
running on twisted track (WAG TSI, 7.3.2.3) and (LOC&PAS TSI
7.3.2.4) GB should use the method specified in the specific
cases.
There is a copy and paste error in WAG TSI specific case
7.3.2.4 - the specific case should read:
'For technical compatibility with the existing network it is
permissible to use national technical rules amending EN
14363 and the ERA/TD/2012-17/INT requirements and
notified for the purpose of running dynamic behaviour. This
specific case does not prevent the access of TSI compliant
rolling stock to the national network.
The modifications to tests and procedures of EN 14363 clause
5 shall additionally include:
Base condition for use of simplified measuring method shown
in EN 14363 clause 5.2.2.2 should be extended to static axle
loads up to 25.4 t (~250 kN) '.
Part 3 compliance requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
GMRT2142
Resistance of Railway Vehicles to RollOver in Gales
4
Dec-14
Mar-15
2.1(for LOC&PAS TSI open point:
4.2.6.2.4 and 7.1.1.7)
Yes
LOC&PAS TSI:
4.2.6.2.4 and 7.1.1.7 (crosswind)
None
No value for PASS/FAIL criteria.
None
Transitional measure for crosswind requirements specified in
the HS RST TSI 2008 that is applicable until revision of clause
4.2.6.2.4 of the present TSI.
2.2
NTR for compatibility with
existing GB network
Note vehicle design requirements are to be complied with by
05 September 2017, refer to Part 3 compliance requirements.
Part 3 compliance requirements
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for the impact assessment and
any amendments or clarifications.
GMRT2160
Environment Inside Railway Vehicles
(Audibility of detonators)
4
Dec-10
Mar-11
2.1
NTR for compatibility with GB
network
Yes
None
Requirements for Driving Cabs of Railway
Vehicles
1
Aug-95
Oct-95
6.1.1 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.1.8)
Parts A and B compliance
requirements
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Not addressed in either LOC&PAS TSI or NOISE TSI, needed for
compatibility with operational rules.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 3 compliance requirements
GMRT2161
None
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific case: 7.3.2.18 for Required to support GB specific case, LOC&PAS TSI, clause
4.2.9.1.3 (front visibility)
7.3.2.18.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
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GMRT2173
Title
Requirements for the Size of Vehicles and
of Equipment
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
1
Dec 15
Mar 16
NTR: relevant clause(s)
3.2 and Appendix A (for PRM TSI
specific case: 7.3.2.6)
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
None
3.3, 3.4.3 and Appendix E, 3.5
and Appendix B and 3.6 and
Appendix C (for LOC&PAS TSI
specific case: 7.3.2.2)
LOC&PAS TSI specific case: 7.3.2.2 for
4.2.3.1 (gauging)
PRM TSI specific case: 7.3.2.6 (table
25) for 4.2.2.11 (step position for
vehicle access and egress)
Comments
The requirements are needed to address specific cases and
for compatibility with existing GB network and existing
vehicles.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 5 compliance requirements
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
New standard in the gauging suite of RGSs, superseding
GMRT2149 issue three which will be withdrawn in
March 2016.
New standard incorporates the new standard lower
sector vehicle gauge; sets out improved methods for
calculating the pantography sway; provides clarify when
calculating swept envelopes and takes account of
deviations associated with shoegear and tripcocks.
Part 1 sets out a list of documents that contain relevant
requirements. See the impact assessment for details of
the changes.
For other applications see energy listing.
Note the exception to the general compliance date for
the lower sector vehicle gauge requirements in 2.2.4.2
of 04 December 2021.
GMRT2185
Train Safety Systems
2
Dec-01
Feb-02
B5.1, B5.2, B5.3
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB operating practices
Yes
None
Yes
None
7.3.2.6 (table 25) for 4.2.2.11 (step
Required to support operational rules.
position for vehicle access and egress)
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
None
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GMRT2400
Engineering Design of On-track Machines
in Running Mode
5
Sep-13
Dec-13
LOC&PAS TSI permits NTRs for
OTMs, as an alternative solution
Part 2 and Part 3
None
Sanding Equipment Fitted to Multiple
Units and On-Track Machines
1
Aug-01
Dec-01
Alternative solution to CCS TSI,
Annex A, Index 77 clause 3.1.4 as
permitted by the Application
Guide to the LOC&PAS TSI
5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5,
7.1, 7.2, 9.1, 9.2, 9.3, 9.4, 10
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 4 Compliance requirements
GMRT2461
LOC&PAS TSI permits NTRs for OTMs, as an alternative
solution to not applying whole of LOC&PAS TSI.
Yes
Clause 10 is closing the CCS TSI
open point: 3.1.4.2 for sand
characteristics
CCS TSI (Index 77)
(ERA/ERTMS/033281)
INTERFACES BETWEEN
CONTROL-COMMAND AND
SIGNALLING TRACKSIDE AND
OTHER SUBSYSTEMS
3.1.4.2 open point for the type
of sand
None
Permitted alternative to CCS TSI, Annex A, Index 77 clause
3.1.4 as set out in the Application Guide to the LOC&PAS TSI.
None
Clause 10 of GMRT2461 is closing the open point for sand
characteristics.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
This document is the subject of a standards change project.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GMRT2466
Railway Wheelsets
3
Feb-10
Apr-10
Alternative solutions as
permitted by the LOC&PAS TSI:
6.2.3.7 and WAG TSI: 6.1.2.3
2.1.1, 2.3, 2.6, 3.3.2, 3.3.3, 3.4
LOC&PAS TSI specific case: 7.3.2.6
and WAG TSI specific cases:
7.3.2.6
2.3, 2.6
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI:
7.3.2.6. for 4.2.3.5.2.2 (geometric
dimensions of wheelsets)
Required to enable use of alternative solutions (as per
LOC&PAS TSI 6.2.3.7 and WAG TSI 6.1.2.3) and for geometric
dimensions of wheelsets compatible with existing
infrastructure.
None
WAG TSI:
7.3.2.5 for 4.2.3.6.2 (characteristics of Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
wheelsets)
clarifications.
7.3.2.6 for 4.2.3.6.3 (characteristics of
wheels)
This document is the subject of a standards change project.
Part 6 compliance requirements
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RGS
GMRT2472
Title
Requirements for Data Recorders on
Trains
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
2
Jun-14
Dec-15
NTR: relevant clause(s)
2.1.1.1 parts c, d, e, f, g, h, j, k, n,
o, p, q, r
2.1.2.1 parts a, b, d, e, f
3.1.2, 3.1.3
NTRs to support operation on the
GB network
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
None
None
Comments
2.1.1.1. identifies additional recording requirements in
addition to OPE TSI and 3.1.2 and 3.1.3 to address the need
for identification.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
GMRT2473
Power Operated External Doors on
Passenger Carrying Rail Vehicles
2
Jun-13
Sep-13
B7.6, B8.2, B8.4, B12
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
Yes
None
None
Part A and Part B for compliance
requirements
Required for either existing operational requirements or
(B12) to enable SDO compatibility with existing short
platforms.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
This document is the subject of a standards change project.
GMRT2477
GMRT2131
Track Circuit Assister Configuration for Rail
Vehicles
Audibiility and Visibility of Trains
2
1
Aug-09
Dec-15
Oct-09
Mar-16
B5.1, B5.2, B6.1, B6.2, B6.3, B7.1,
B7.2, B7.3, B7.4, B8.1, B8.2
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
Part A and Part B compliance
requirements
2.2 (for LOC&PAS TSI specific
case: 7.3.2.9)
Yes
None
None
Only applicable when TCAs fitted.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Yes
None
Yes
None
LOC&PAS TSI specific case:
7.3.2.9 for 4.2.7.2.2 (warning horn
sound pressure levels)
3.1.2
NTR for control of head lamp
glare
3.2.1
NTR for ambient temperature
ranges
3.3, 3.4, 3.5
NTR for controls for switching of
the lamps for compatibility with
existing operating practice
3.8
NTR for portable lamps for
technical compatiability with
existing operating practice
3.10
NTR for front end colour of
shunting locomotives and snow
ploughs for technical
compatibility with existing
operating practices
EN 15153-1:2013 provides two methods for controlling glare. GMRT2131 issue one, supersedes GMRT2483 (Visibility
3.1.2 of GM/RT2131 specifies the method in clause 5.3.4,
Requirements for Trains and GMRT2484 (Audibility
table 3 of EN 15153-1:2013.
Requirements for Trains). GMRT2483 and GMRT2484
are withdrawn from March 2016.
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 4 compliance requirements
GMRT2491
Design Requirements for a Driver's
Reminder Appliance (DRA)
2
Oct-09
Dec-09
3.1, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
None
Aspect not addressed by LOC&PAS TSI.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 1 and Part 2 compliance
requirements
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GMTT0088
Title
Permissible Track Forces for Railway
Vehicles
Issue
No.
Issue
Date
Mandatory
date
1
Oct-93
Dec-93
NTR: relevant clause(s)
5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 6.2, 7.2, 7.3,
7.4, 8.2, 8.3
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
For
For open points: relevant For specific cases: relevant TSI
compatibility
TSI and clause(s)
and clause(s)
Yes
None
None
Comments
Required for compatibility with existing GB infrastructure.
Changes to requirements since December
2015 update
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 2 and Part B compliance
requirements
GOOTS303
Secondary Door Locking - Operational
Requirements
1
Jan-93
Jan-93
3, 4, 5, 6 and 7
NTRs for compatibility with
existing GB network
Yes
None
None
Applicable to existing vehicles only.
None
Refer to the RGS Catalogue for any amendments or
clarifications.
Part 2 and Part B compliance
requirements
Note:
The NOI TSI has two GB specific cases 7.3.2.2 for 4.2.1 for Limits for stationary noise and 7.3.2.3 for 4.2.2 for Limits for starting noise. The GB technical requirements are set out in these two specific cases.
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