GVWR vs GCWR. What is included?
We have a 2015 Thor Chateau 26A on a Ford E350 chassis. The listed GVWR is 12500#. And the GCWR is 18500#. Does the GCWR include the standard equipment or is that the "dry" weight of the MH? Do I n...
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Bill and Marie in TX wrote:
Thanks for the info! I also found a GAWR of Front 4600# and Rear 8500#. I guess this is max load per axle?
Correct.
GAWR = gross axle weight rating
GVWR = gross vehicle weight rating
GCWR = gross combined weight rating
There should be a sticker somewhere that lists the actual weight of the motorhome as it left the factory, the size of the water tanks, and how much weight is left for other stuff on the chassis, etc. Often this is pasted in the back of a cabinet somewhere. It's no substitute for getting the unit weighed with your stuff and in your traveling configuration, but it is something of a starting point.
