Towing weight limit and distribution
Determining the vehicle load limits requires more than simple understanding of tire load
limits. A federal identification tag on the trailer indicates the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR). This is the maximum weight of the vehicle fully loaded.
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) is the maximum weight for a specific axle. If there are
several axles, the GAWR is shown for each axle.
In the same place as the rating tags described above is a plate indicating the tire and load
information. This plate also indicates the maximum load capacity.
GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating): Maximum weight of the trailer fully loaded.
This is the absolute total weight approved for the wheels and tongue.
GAWR (gross axle weight rating): Each axle has its own GAWR. This is the maximum
authorized weight for that axle, prescribed by the axle manufacturer.
TWR (tongue weight rating): Maximum weight on your trailer’s tongue, also called the
tongue load capacity.
TW (tongue weight): The actual weight placed on the trailer hitch, which is 10 to 15
percent of the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
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