Appendix B
Weight Distribution
Model 220 sample, Assume that the payload is evenly distributed. Freight that is distributed evenly is referred to as
a
“water level” load. Our payload total is 14,500 lb. Since it is an evenly distributed “water level” load, its CG loca-
tion will be the same as the CG location of the van body. See Figure B–5.
CGf =
1
2
BL + 72
1
(168)
+ 72 = 156 in.
2
Using CGf = 156 in equations 1 and 2:
Lr =
CGf
WB
X L
156
214
(14,500) = 10,570 lbs (4794.5 kg)
Lf = L - Lr 14,500 – 10,570 = 3,929.9 lbs (1782.5 kg)
Figure B-5. Balanced Body Loaded: CGf 184.7 in (4691.45 mm) from front axle.
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