scope:

This standard establishes requirements for equipment, configuration, and performance of Multipurpose Off-Highway Utility Vehicles (MOHUVs). The provisions of the standard shall apply to newly manufactured vehicles and become effective for MOHUVs produced for the 2014 model year.

A MOHUV has features specifically intended for utility use and has the following characteristics:

1) intended to transport persons and/or cargo, with a top speed in excess of 25 mph (40.2 km/h) but not more than 50 mph (80.4 km/h);

2) 2030 mm (80 in) or less in overall width;

3) designed to travel on four or more wheels; 4) using a steering wheel for steering control;

5) with a non-straddle seat;

6) with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of no more than 1814 kg (4000 lb), and

7) with a minimum cargo capacity of 159 kg (350 lb).