You must pick the right manhole cover for safety. Every project needs a different load class. If the cover is weak, it will break. If it is too strong, it will cost too much money.

Quick Guide: Load Classes (EN 124)

The EN 124 rule groups covers by their strength. Use this table to find yours:

Load Class	Weight Limit	Where to Use
A15	1.5 Tons	Gardens and paths for people
B125	12.5 Tons	Driveways and car parks
C250	25 Tons	Car parks and road edges
D400	40 Tons	Main roads and streets
E600	60 Tons	Ports and factory yards
F900	90 Tons	Airports

1. Class A15: Only for People

This is the lightest cover. Use it only where people walk or ride bikes.

• Where to use: Backyards and garden paths.

• Warning: Do not use this on roads. Even a car is too heavy for it.

2. Class B125: For Private Cars

This class is good for homes. It can hold a car or a small van.

• Where to use: Private driveways and sidewalks.

• Why pick this: It is strong enough for cars but still easy to lift.

3. Class C250: For Slow Traffic

This is a medium-strength cover. It is for places where cars move slowly.

• Where to use: Small parking lots and near the curb of a road.

• Why pick this: It is safer for areas with more traffic than a home driveway.

4. Class D400: For Fast Roads

This is the most common cover for streets. It can hold heavy trucks and fast cars.

• Where to use: City roads and highways.

• Note: Most public roads require this class by law.

5. Class E600 and F900: For Heavy Industry

These are very thick and heavy. They are for special jobs.

• E600: Use this in docks or big factories with large forklifts.

• F900: This is the strongest one. It is only for airport runways.

How to Choose the Best Cover

Follow these three simple steps:

1. Check the weight: What is the heaviest truck that will drive over it? Pick a cover that can hold that weight.

2. Check the speed: Fast vehicles hit the cover harder. So, use a stronger cover for fast roads.

3. Check the rules: If the road is public, you usually need at least D400.

Final Tip: If you are not sure, buy a stronger one. For example, choose C250 if you think B125 is not enough. It is cheaper to buy a strong cover now than to fix a broken one later.

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