20 Motorcaravan - 09/21-0 - GLO-MJ22-00EN
The calculation of the payload from the difference between the maximum per-
missible gross weight in laden condition and the mass specified by the manu-
facturer in ready-to-drive condition is however only a theoretical value.
Only if the vehicle is weighed with full tanks (fuel and water), full gas bottles
and complete additional equipment on a public weighbridge, can the actual
payload be determined.
4.1.3 Loading the vehicle correctly
mass in kg to be
calculated
Calculation
Example for calculating the
payload
Maximum permissible gross weight ac-
cording to vehicle documents, Field F.1
3300
Vehicle mass in a ready-to-drive condi-
tion, including basic equipment according
to Certificate of Conformity (CoC) Point
13.2, actual weight
- 2720
This results in a permissible payload
of
580
Conventional load, e.g. 3 persons at 75
kg each
- 225
Additional equipment - 40
For the personal equipment this re-
sults in
= 315
To ensure safety never exceed the maximum permissible gross weight
in a laden condition.
Distribute the load evenly between the left-hand and right-hand sides of
the vehicle.
Distribute the load evenly between both axles. Observe the axle loads
specified in the vehicle documents. Additionally observe the permissible
load-carrying capacity of the tyres.
Securely store all the objects so that they cannot slide or slip.
Store heavy objects (awning, canned food, etc.) close to the axles. Low-
lying storage compartments whose doors do not open in the direction of
travel are particularly suited for storing heavy objects.
Store lighter objects (laundry) in the roof storage compartments.
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