What is included in Gross Vehicle Weight
Depending on the forum I look at I read all kinds of definitions. Some say it includes 150 lbs driver and 5 gallons of fuel Others 150 lbs for every available seat and a full tank of fuel. And of c...
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The GVRW (gross vehicle weight rating) is the maximum the vehicle can weigh loaded with full fuel, all passengers, all cargo and the hitch or pin weight with the TT or fifth wheel attached. I think you are talking about payload with the 150 lb driver and full tank of fuel. Payload is generally the GVWR less empty weight of truck less full fuel and less 150 lb driver. Also stated as GVWR less weight of truck with full fuel and 150 lb driver. This is my understanding and I hope it helps. Keith
