WEIGHING, LOADING, AND TOWING
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NOTE: Additional cargo carrying capacity
can be obtained by reducing the amount of
fresh water carried while driving.
is not physically on the scale. To obtain the side-to-side weights, there must be enough
space on either side of the scale to allow the motorhome to be partially o the scale.
For improved accuracy, or Motor Coach recommends using a segmented 4-pad scale, when
possible, to determine individual wheel weights. e corner weights should not exceed half of
the respective Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) or the maximum load rating for the tire or
set of dual tires at the rear, whichever is less.
Individual wheel position weights must not exceed the maximum tire load capacity. e
maximum load rating for the tire can be found embossed on the tire’s sidewall.
If any of the corner weights exceed half of the listed GAWR or tire ratings, relocate the
passengers and redistribute or remove a portion of the cargo until the weight is within the
proper limits for all four corners of the vehicle.
Check your motorhome vehicle weight periodically to obtain optimum mileage from your
tires, and to improve vehicle handling. Tires should always be inated as recommended in the
chassis manufacturer’s instructions or on the tire sidewall (refer to your Chassis Packet).
Weight Distribution
Improper weight distribution or too much weight on your motorhome’s suspension system
can cause spring, shock absorber, or brake failure, handling or steering problems, irregular
tire wear, tire failure, or other damage. An overloaded motorhome is hard to drive and hard
to stop. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail completely, particularly on steep
hills. e load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of tire, its load range, and
corresponding ination pressure.
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