First time at CAI Gaasterland. Leaving home at 5 Am was a bit early; however, it was all worth it. We had a lot of fun!
Carolien was Head of Obstacle 7 (when you hire an official, you get the photographer for “free” …), while I was the nanny for the Driving-Images dog Billy.
I was mainly switching between Obstacles 6 and 7, along with my daughter, Iris, and Billy. This explains why I do not have all images shot at O6 (or O7).
Everywhere nice, international people, great sports!
When the weather forecast institute predicts temperatures of 27 degrees Celsius or higher for the next 24 hours, this is considered extreme weather.(example, Dutch standard)
To provide horse owners with guidance on how to deal with extreme weather conditions, the Sector Council for Horses has decided to draw up a ‘Protocol for extreme weather conditions for horses’.
The technical delegate and the chairman of the jury may adjust the times/speeds in the event of severe weather and/or terrain conditions. (Dutch KNHS regulation)
In the event of exceptionally hot and humid weather, the time allowed for the mandatory rest period (after the A course) may be extended by the jury on the advice of the competition veterinarian. (Dutch KNHS regulation)
Course time calculation
In the event of a heat protocol/extreme weather, you may need to calculate travel times based on speed.
For this purpose, there is the Driving Time Calculator – Distance/Speed, link to the calculator at the end of this post.
To calculate the time allowed for Route A,
Enter the length of the route in km (distance)
Enter the speed in km/h (speed)
Now we will calculate the minimum time for Route A. The minimum time for Route A is 2 minutes* less than the time allowed:
“Min” = 2
“Sec” = 0
The complete table with the times for Course A is now displayed.
Now do the same for Course B, except that the minimum time for Course B is 3 minutes* less than the allowed time.
* Always double-check the correct times with the local rules/regulations
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and do not contain any actual competition information!
Course Times (Dutch KNHS competition rules for driving 2025-94)
The time allowed for each course is calculated according to the average speed chosen for that course in accordance with Article 452.6. b. c. d.
The minimum time for course A is 2 minutes less than the time allowed.
The minimum time for course B is 3 minutes less than the time allowed.
The maximum time for course A and the transition course is equal to the time allowed plus 20%.
The maximum time for course B is equal to twice the time allowed.
To refresh the data in the tables after a change, change the time between the minimum and maximum times.
This calculator is still under development. The results align with the regulations, but the functionality remains somewhat cumbersome. We are currently working on this.
Wanneer volgens de weersvoorspelling van het KNMI voor de komende 24 uur in de Bilt sprake is van een temperatuur van 27 graden Celsius of meer, kan men spreken van extreem weer.
Om paardenhouders en paardeneigenaren een handvat te geven hoe om te gaan met extreme weersomstandigheden heeft de Sectorraad Paarden besloten een ‘Protocol extreme weersomstandigheden voor paarden’ op te stellen. (meer info : KNHS)
De technisch afgevaardigde en de voorzitter van de jury mogen bij zware weers- en/of terreinomstandigheden de tijden/snelheden aanpassen.
In geval van uitzonderlijk warm en vochtig weer kan de toegestane tijd voor de verplichte rust (na het A-traject) worden verlengd door de jury na advies van de wedstrijddierenarts.
Trajecttijden bereken
In het geval van een hitteprotocol / extreem weer kan het zijn dat je de trajecttijden moet berekenen aan de hand van de snelheid.
Hiervoor is er de Trajecttijdencalculator – Afstand / Snelheid, link naar de calculator aan het eind van deze post
Om de toegestane tijd voor Traject A te berekenen,
Vul de lengte van het traject in, in km (distance)
Vul de snelheid in, in km/u (speed)
Nu gaan we de minimum tijd van Traject A berekenen. De minimumtijd voor A-traject is 2 minuten lager dan de toegestane tijd:
“Min” = 2
“Sec” = 0
Nu verschijnt de volledige tabel met de tijden voor Traject A.
Doe nu hetzelfde voor traject B, alleen de minimumtijd voor traject B is 3 minuten lager dan de toegestane tijd.
AFBEELDINGEN ZIJN ALLEEN TER ILLUSTRATIE en bevatten geen echte wedstrijdinformatie!
Tijden in de trajecten (wedstrijdreglement-mennen-2025-94)
De toegestane tijd voor ieder traject wordt berekend volgens de gemiddelde snelheid, gekozen voor dat traject in overeenstemming met artikel 452.6. b. c. d.
De minimumtijd voor A-traject is 2 minuten lager dan de toegestane tijd.
De minimumtijd voor traject B is 3 minuten lager dan de toegestane tijd.
De maximumtijd voor de A-traject en het overgangstraject is gelijk aan de toegestane tijd plus 20%.
De maximumtijd voor traject B is gelijk aan tweemaal de toegestane tijd.
Een wijziging van de tijd tussen de minimum en toegestane tijd refreshed de tabel met aangepaste velden.
Deze calculator is nog in ontwikkeling, de uitkomsten zijn conform het reglement, de functionaliteit is nog iets omslachtig. Hier wordt nog aan gewerkt.
Today, I received the production data for all Peugeot 607s produced from 1998 to 2010, manufactured at the Peugeot plants in Sochaux (FR) and Rennes (FR).
This to analyse the number of manufactured 607s with a 3.0-liter V6 engine, combined with a 5-speed manual gearbox.
The actual number of Peugeot 607 with 24S engine and 5-speed manual gearbox (BV MECA 5) in 2002 is not explicitly listed, but likely to be in the low hundreds, based on historical sales trends and relative rarity.
Based on the available data, we can estimate the number of Peugeot 607 units produced in 2002 with the 3.0L V6 24-valve engine (24S) paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox (BV MECA 5).
Production Data Overview
From the production records:
Total 24S (3.0L V6) units produced in 2002: 3,369
Total BV MECA 5 (5-speed manual gearbox) units produced in 2002: 7,558
However, the data does not specify how many vehicles combined both the 24S engine and the BV MECA 5 gearbox.
Estimating the 24S + BV MECA 5 Combination
The 3.0L V6 engine was commonly paired with automatic transmissions, especially in higher trim levels. Manual transmissions were more prevalent in entry-level or mid-range trims.
Given that:
The 24S engine was available with both manual and automatic transmissions.
The BV MECA 5 gearbox was used across various engine types, not exclusively with the 24S.
It’s reasonable to estimate that a small fraction of the 3,369 24S units produced in 2002 were equipped with the BV MECA 5 gearbox.
Assuming that approximately 10–15% of the 24S units had the 5-speed manual transmission, we can estimate:
Estimated 24S + BV MECA 5 units in 2002: 337 to 505
Conclusion: Globally produced 3.0L V6 + 5-Speed manual transmission
While exact figures are unavailable, it’s estimated that between 337 and 505 Peugeot 607 units produced in 2002 featured the 3.0L V6 24-valve engine (24S) combined with the 5-speed manual gearbox (BV MECA 5).
Currently registered 607s 3.0L V6 + 5-Speed manual transmissions in the Netherlands
AI Estimate
Summary of Dutch 607 Registrations (as of June 2nd, 2025)
Category
Count
Total 607s
536
Petrol
373
Diesel
122
4-cylinder engines
359
6-cylinder engines
177
Built in 2002
49
Step-by-Step Estimate
1. Target Population The Netherlands: 6-cylinder Petrol Vehicles
The 3.0L 24S engine is a 6-cylinder petrol engine.
From the data:
6-cylinder total: 177
Petrol total: 373
Assuming all 6-cylinder units are petrol (which is realistic), we focus on these 177 units.
2. Estimate 2002 6-cylinders
Total 2002-registered vehicles: 49
Assuming the 6-cylinder share (33%) is consistent among 2002 vehicles:
33% × 49 = ~16 vehicles from 2002 with a 6-cylinder engine.
3. Share of 24S with BV MECA 5 (manual 5-speed)
As estimated earlier, 10–15% of 24S models in 2002 came with the 5-speed manual.
Applying that range to the ~16 vehicles:
10% of 16 = ~1.6
15% of 16 = ~2.4
So, the likely number of Peugeot 607s with 3.0L 24S engine and BV MECA 5 gearbox from 2002 still registered in the Netherlands is:
Geheel in lijn met de diverse gala’s is er eigenlijk ieder jaar ook een gala-shoot van een leerling.
Voorafgaand aan het gala van Schaersvoorde Stationsplein is deze jonge dame met haar familie voor de camera verschenen en is er een leuke reportage vastgelegd.
Auto
Volvo 164, in volledig originele staat. Auto is reeds tientallen jaren in het bezit van de familie van de huidige eigenaar.
