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This part of ISO 3046 specifies the common measurementtechniques of the main performance parameters of reciprocatinginternal combustion engines, in addition to the basic requirementsdefined in ISO 15550. This is to ensure that the required accuracyof measurement is achieved for comparison of the measured valueswith those values specified by the engine manufacturer. Wherenecessary, individual requirements may be given for particularengine applications. This part of ISO 3046 applies to reciprocatinginternal combustion engines for land, rail-traction and marine use.It may be applied to engines used to propel road constructionmachines, industrial trucks, and for other applications where nosuitable International Standards for these engines exist.