FMVSS 221

School Bus Body Joint Strength

This Standard applies to school buses. It establishes requirements for the strength of the body panel joints in school bus bodies.

Applicability:

Trucks & MPVs 10,000 GVWR or Less No 
Trucks More than 10,000 GVWR No 
Buses 10,000 GVWR or Less Yes
Buses More than 10,000 GVWR Yes
Trailers No 

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