Vehicle Loading
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The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) is the maximum weight the axle can carry. GAWR is the combined capacity of the axle, brakes, tires, wheel equipment, and suspension.
The gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum loaded weight of the vehicle. See Fig..
Fig. 1, Certification and Data Plate Label
Notice: Never load the vehicle over the GVWR. Considerable
damage to the drivetrain may result if the vehicle is over the GVWR.
Important: Passenger and cargo loads should be distributed
proportionately over both the front and rear axles, and sides of the
bus.
Note: Actual loads on the front and rear axles can only
be determined by weighing the vehicle at highway weigh stations or
similar facilities. Overloading the vehicle is considered misuse and
will void the vehicle warranty.
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