Kingpin

Mounting Proposals
for King Pins
8/08
Jost Australia Pty. Ltd.

Toll Free Sydney 1800 811 487
www.jostaustralia.com.au
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Mounting and Operating

Instructions for King Pins
King pins are safety parts connecting the articulated unit and are (in certain countries) subject to type approval. It is
essential that only original JOST spare parts are used. Any alterations invalidate the guarantee and the type approval.
Parts which have been damaged or repaired (e.g. by welding) may not be used. When installing the king pins the relevant
registration instructions must be adhered to, e.g. in Germany 19, 20 and 21 of the St VZO (road traffic regulations).
The maximum D-value and the model number (e.g. series KZ10) can be found in the relevant data sheets resp. on the tip
of the king pin itself.
The load data are valid for operation on paved roads and under conditions prevailing in central Europe. For alternative
conditions please consult us.
The D-value can be calculated according to DIN standards 74080 and 74083 by means of the following formula:
T = maximum permissible total weight or tractor [t].
(including
U)
0.6 x T x R
[kN] R = maximum permissible total weight of semi-trailer {t}
D+gx
T+R-U
U = maximum permissible imposed load [t].
g = 9.81 m/s2
The model number of the king pin is made up as follows:
e.g.: KZ10
12
Thickness of retention plate, in this case 12mm

Model (series), in this case KZ10
JOST king pins are manufactured in accordance with the valid international standards, which stipulate amongst other
requirements the length of the protruding king pin from the underside of the skid plate. Before the king pin is mounted
onto the skid plate, please check both flatness and thickness of the skid plate. The tolerance in the flatness of the part of
the skid plate in contact with the fifth wheel must not exceed 2mm. Sharp edges and protruding welding seams are not
allowed. The skid plate must cover the supporting surface of the fifth wheel in every position.
Skid plate thickness tolerances in mm, except for model nos. Z1106 to KZ1112 and KZ1116:
+0.6
+0.6
+0.4
+0.4
+0.2
+0.3
6mm
7mm
8mm
10mm
12mm
16mm
-0.1
-0.1
-0.3
-0.3
-0.5
-0.5
Skid plate thickness tolerances in mm for model nos. KZ1106 to KZ1112 and KZ1116:
+0
6mm
up to
16mm
-0.3
When welding the retention plate resp. the tapered sleeve the following welding processes and filler materials are acceptable:
Welding process: EII
Welding process: MAG C or MAG M
Filler material:
optional Filler material:
E 4320 min. A5 DIN1913
Griduct S-V5 green resp. S-V4 red (Messer Grieshelm)
Union K52 resp. Union 56 (Thyssen Draht AG)
or E MK 7 resp. E MK 6 (Bohler)
or an alternative welding process and filler material approved by the Road Transport authorities.
The skid plate must be adequately reinforced according to the load.
The method and dimensions of the reinforcement are the responsibility of the trailer builder. In order to achieve sufficient
stability we recommend a skid plate thickness of 12mm for 2 king pins and 16mm for 3` king pins (recommended
material St 52-3).
The king pins must be installed centrally and at right angles. Tapered king pins must be hammered into place after cleaning
the joining area, the castellated nut must then be tightened to the prescribed torque and secured by means of a split pin.
The bolted in king pins must be protected from welding spatter. After welding please check the bolts and (if
applicable) nuts for correct torque. The contact and functioning surfaces must be protected before painting.
The king pins and their supports must be checked for wear, damage and cracks according to usage, but at
the latest every six months, and replaced if necessary. The bolts and nuts must be checked for the correct torque.
Before being put into service the king pin, skid plate and locking mechanism of the fifth wheel coupling must be
thoroughly lubricated with high pressure (EP) grease with MoS2 or graphite additive (e.g. BP L21 M, BP HTEP 1, Esso
universal grease M or Shell Retinax AM). The life span of the king pin and the fifth wheel coupling depend to a large
extent on their adequate lubrication.
The king pin and the locking mechanism of the fifth wheel are subject to natural wear during operation. Once the limits of
wear are reached, the king pins must be replaced by original JOST parts.
8/08
Jost Australia Pty. Ltd.

Toll Free Sydney 1800 811 487
www.jostaustralia.com.au
151
Sydney
Brisbane
Melbourne
Perth
(02)
(07)
(03)
(08)
9838
3272
9360
9355
8100
5777
9001
4137

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Thickness of retention plate, in this case 12mm

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