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sch911
Jun 21, 2013Explorer
"Payload" and "Towing Capacity" ratings are for marketing and comparison shopping purposes only. They do not represent reality.
What your truck can weigh is equal to the GVWR minus the actual weight of the truck (loaded including hitch/pin weight).
What you can tow is equal to the GCWR minus the actual weight of the truck (loaded).
I think you'll find these numbers don't match the "ratings"!
GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GCWR - Gross Combined Weight Rating
What your truck can weigh is equal to the GVWR minus the actual weight of the truck (loaded including hitch/pin weight).
What you can tow is equal to the GCWR minus the actual weight of the truck (loaded).
I think you'll find these numbers don't match the "ratings"!
GVWR - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GCWR - Gross Combined Weight Rating
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