This document outlines the technical requirements and specifications for different grades of sawn softwood according to GOST 8486-86. It lists 30 attributes related to wood species, dimensions, defects such as knots, cracks, rot, etc. For each attribute, it provides the acceptable requirements for selective grade 1, grade 2, grade 3 and grade 4 softwood. Requirements include limits on deviations from nominal size, diameter and number of knots, length of cracks, areas of rot, wane and other defects. All grades must meet specifications for moisture content, treatment, and assessment methods.