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eazye
Explorer
Jan 27, 2016

Why does unused cargo capacity of GVWR matter at all?

Consider two different trailers: Trailer A: Dry weight of 4500lbs, GVWR of 7500lbs. Cargo capacity of 3000lbs. Trailer B: Dry weight of 4500lbs, GVWR of 5500lbs. Cargo capacity of 1000lbs. As...
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Rollnhome
Explorer
Jan 27, 2016
I think you're asking if your TV is rated to tow 10k and your trailer is rated at 15k GVWR is that a problem. Answer is no if the trailer is only loaded to 10k total weight.

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