Installation of the farcop on the car seems to be a simple task: bought, screwed, connected the electrician - and you can cling to the trailer. But in practice, this is a change in the design of the vehicle, which requires an official DIY-approval. Without it, the owner is waiting for fines of up to 5,000 rubles, problems with inspection and even the risk of deregistration. In this article, we will analyze how to legally install the farcop, what documents will be needed, and why you can not ignore the approval procedure.

Since 2021, the rules for registration of changes in the design of cars have been tightened: now even for the first time. staff-up (if not provided by the manufacturer) an inspection is required. And for universal models, even more so. We have collected up-to-date information for 2026, including nuances for the passenger-car, SUV and minibusesThey also found frequent errors that have led to owners being denied approval.

I agree. Rules of registration of the vehicle (Resolution No. 1090)Any design change affecting safety must be agreed upon. The squash is a change because:

  • 🔹 Changes. weighting The permissible mass of the trailer is added to the total mass of the car.
  • 🔹 Affects load-bearing It's on the back axle, which is critical for the brake system.
  • 🔹 Demands. wiring modification (The trailer plug is connected to the on-board network).
  • 🔹 Maybe. plate out or lights that are prohibited by traffic (p. 7.15).

If you have installed a farcop without approval, the traffic police inspector has the right to:

  • 📋 Penalize 500–5,000 rubles (ch.) 1 st. 12.5 CAO).
  • 🚫 Prohibit the operation of the car until the violation is eliminated (removal of numbers).
  • 🔧 Require removal of the farcope on site or within 10 days.
⚠️ Attention: Even if the farcore factory (e.g. on the Volkswagen Amarok or Toyota Hilux), but not listed in the PTS, it needs to be legalized. Exception - models where the farcop is prescribed in Certificate of registration of TC as standard equipment.
📊 Have you ever had any problems with an illegal farcope?
Got a fine.
They refused to inspect.
Demanding the farcop
No problem yet.
I haven't installed it yet.

What can be legally installed

Not all traction coupling devices (TCCs) are suitable for legalization. The ICD only approves models that:

  • 🔧 They do. certificate (e.g., by GOST R 41.55-2005 or UNECE No. 55).
  • 📄 Introduced TSA-certified database site Rosavtotrans.
  • 🚗 Suitable for specific make and model Auto (universal farcopes are more difficult to agree on).
  • 💡 Not required. slack-up (Welding, drilling of load-bearing elements).

Popular brands whose farcopes are easier to legitimize:

  • 🔹 Bosal (Certified for most European vehicles)
  • 🔹 Westfalia (specializes in Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes).
  • 🔹 Thule (suitable for) crossover and SUV).
  • 🔹 Automatic Special Equipment (ASO) (Russian manufacturer certified for the Lada, ouaz, GAZelle).
Porcelain type Example of model Difficulty of approval Notes
Removable (flanged) Bosal K-112 Low. No need for welding, it is fastened with bolts
Fixed (non-removable) Westfalia A20-2026 Medium Requires a body strength check
Universal (regulated) Thule 934001 Tall. Compatibility with a specific vehicle must be confirmed
For brake trailers ASO 850-001 Tall. Requires modification of electrical wiring and braking system
⚠️ Attention: Farcopes Chinese-made Without certificates (for example, with AliExpress) it is almost impossible to legitimize. The traffic police refuses approval if the product’s passport does not contain data on certification in Russia.

Step by step: how to get approval for the farcop

The approval procedure consists of 5 stages. On average, it is 2–4 weeks worth 5,000-15,000 rubles (depending on the region and type of TSA). Here's the algorithm for action:

  1. Purchase of a certified farcope. Make sure that the package includes:
    • 📄 Certificate of Conformity (copy).
    • 📋 Passport of the product with an indication of the model of the car.
    • 🔧 Installation instructions.
  • Installation in a certified car service. Self-installation is not suitable – it is necessary proof-of-work STO stamped.
  • Passing preliminary technical examination. Checking:
    • 🔧 Correct attachment.
    • 💡 Correctness of electrical connection.
    • 📏 Compliance of dimensions (does not close the number, lights).
    • Getting a report from the traffic police. You file the documents, the inspector issues permission for changes.
    • Changes to the PTS and the STS. After approval, the farcope is entered in the documents.

      • TC passport (original + copy)| Certificate of registration (original + copy) | Farcope passport with certificate | Certificate from the car service about installation | Application for changes (model to the traffic police) | Receipt for payment of state duty (800 rubles)->

      Term of validity of the permit - perpetuallyWhen selling a car, the new owner must re-register the documents. If the farcop is dismantled, the changes in the PTS are canceled.

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      Before buying a farcope, check its compatibility with your car on the manufacturer’s website. For example, Bosal and Westfalia have online directories with a search by VIN code.

      How much it costs to legalize the farcop: prices for 2026

      The total cost depends on the type of farcope, brand of car and region. Below is an indicative price for Moscow and the Moscow region:

      Service Cost, rubles Notes
      Removable porcelain (e.g., removable) Bosal K-112) 8 000–15 000 Price includes product + installation
      Fixed farcope (e.g., fixed) Westfalia) 12 000–25 000 Higher due to the complex installation
      Technical expertise 3 000–5 000 Depends on the accredited center
      The state fee for making changes to the PTS 800 Payable through public services (30 percent discount)
      Total (including all expenses) 15 000–30 000 For foreign cars, the price is higher than for domestic cars

      Save on a certified farcope is not worth it: cheap analogues often do not pass examination, and money is wasted. For example, a farcope for Toyota RAV4 from Bosal cost 12 000 ₽and its Chinese copy is in 4 000 ₽But the latter cannot be legitimized.

      ⚠️ Attention: In some regions (for example, in St. Petersburg) the cost of examination can reach the level of the 8 000 ₽ Because of the high demand. Check the prices in advance!

      Frequent reasons for refusal of approval of the farcope

      The police refuses to agree in 30% of cases. Main reasons:

      1. Uncertified product.

        If the farcop does not have a Russian certificate or is not included in the database RosavtotransHe's not gonna get approved. For example, models from Curt (USA) or Tow-Trust (Britain) will not pass without Russian certification.

      2. Wrong installation.

        If the farcop closes position lamps or plateor the mount is weakened, the expert will give a refusal. They're also checking. weld-quality (for non-removable models)

      3. Cargo mismatch.

        The maximum mass of the trailer, as indicated in the farcope passport, shall not exceed towage For your vehicle (as indicated in the PTS). For example, if the PTS Lada Vesta spelled out Max. trailer mass 900 kgand the farcop is designed to 1 500 kgThere's no approval.

      4. No paperwork.

        Without a certificate from the car service or a certificate for the farcop in registration will be denied. Often forget to attach. copy.

    What do you do if you're rejected?

    If you are denied approval, you have 10 days to resolve the cause. For example:

    If the problem is in the documents, complete the package.

    If in the installation – re-install the installation in another service.

    If in the certificate - return the farcop to the seller and buy a certified one.

    After corrections, submit the documents again. The number of attempts is unlimited, but each examination is paid (3000-5000 rubles).

    Important: If you have installed a porcelain on a car with dealershipIt's going to be annulled. Manufacturers (e.g., Hyundai or Kia) consider this to be a design change.

    Do I need to be inspected after installing the porch?

    Yeah, but not immediately. After obtaining approval from the traffic police, the farcop is considered legal, but with the following: TUE (after 1-2 years) the inspector will check:

    • 📋 Availability of a farcope record in Certificate of registration of TC.
    • 🔧 The condition of the fasteners (whether there is corrosion or backlash).
    • 💡 The power of the electrical wiring (trailer socket).

      • If the farcop is installed recently (less than 30 days ago) may be required to DIBD. It is better to have a copy of the document.

      ⚠️ Attention: On the diagnostic card should be a mark on the presence of a farcope. If it is not, the card may be invalidated, and you will have to redo the TO.
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      After the approval of the farcope in the traffic police be sure to check that PTSD a record of the type: “Truck-coupling device (TCC) installed Bosal K-112Certificate No. Without this record, the farcop is considered illegal.

      Fines and other consequences of illegal farcope

      If you are driving with an illegal farcope, you risk running into:

      Violation Fine, roubles Additional measures
      Lack of permission to modify the design 500–5 000 Prevention or prohibition of exploitation
      Farcope closes the license plate 5,000 or 1-3 month disqualification Evacuation of the car to the penalty parking
      Faulty electrical wiring of the trailer socket 500 Requirement to correct the malfunction on site
      Exceeding the permissible mass of the trailer 1 000–1 500 Checking at the weight control point

      The biggest risk is deregistration. If during the inspection it turns out that the farcop is installed with a violation of the design (for example, the frame is weakened), the traffic police may initiate termination of registration of the CV until the changes are corrected.

      In addition, in case of an accident with a trailer, the insurance company can refuseIf the farcop isn't legal. It's written in p. 2 tbsp. 14. OSAGO Act.

      FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

      Can you legitimize a porcelain installed with your own hands?

      Nope. The DIB demands certificate from a certified car service with the master's seal and signature. Self-assembly is not legal, even if you peeled according to the instructions.

      Do I need to coordinate the farcop for a trailer for a boat engine?

      Yes, if the mass of the trailer exceeds 750 kg. For light trailers (for example, for the transportation of an ATV), approval is not required, but the socket must be connected according to GOST.

      How long is the farcop permit valid?

      Indefinite until the farcop is dismantled. When selling a car, a new permit is not necessary - it is enough to reissue the PTS.

      Can I drive with a porch without a trailer?

      Yeah, but plug should be closed with a cover, and the farcop itself should not interfere with movement (for example, clinging to curbs). There is no direct ban in traffic, but the inspector can write a fine for faultIf the farcop is damaged or improperly installed.

      What if the scalp is already installed but not legalized?

      You need to go through the approval procedure retroactively:

      1. Remove the farcop and take the car for examination (to check the body).
      2. Re-install the farcop in a certified service.
      3. Get a conclusion and make changes to the PTS.

      There are no “backdate” penalties, but if you have already been fined, you will have to pay.