Vehicle Capacity Comparison
So there are lots of numbers to know when buying a truck and trailer. I have recently purchased a truck and camping trailer I knew all these numbers but got a little suspicious once seeing the numbers...
Forum Discussion
skipnchar wrote:
Dot safety plate is prescribed by federal law and standard engineering mathematics are used in computing capacities. There is a LOT more to it than axle size. In determining GVWR numbers they take into account brake system, cooling system and the entire drive line from tranny through axles. it is all a standard formula where the weakest link determines the rating.
This, specifically stopping distances and vehicle handling. There are many factors other than the sum of all components.
