Section 10 - Miscellaneous Information
Foretravel Owners Manual
Page 10-1
Rev. 08-02
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
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LOAD CAPACITY
Located on the wall left of the driver position are the Federal Certification
Label and the Motorhome Weight Information Label which give the maximum
weight-carrying capacities of your motorhome and each axle.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the maximum permissible
weight of this motorhome when fully loaded. It includes all weight at the mo-
torhome axles and tongue weight of a towed vehicle.
The Unloaded Vehicle Weight (UVW) is the weight of this motorhome as
manufactured at the factory with full fuel, engine oil and coolants and gener-
ator fluids.
The Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) is equal to the GVWR minus the
following: UVW, full fresh (potable) water weight (including water heater),
full LP gas weight and SCWR.
The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the maximum allow-
able loaded weight of this motorhome with any towed trailer or towed vehicle.
The GCWR of all Foretravel motorhomes is the specified GVWR plus 10,000
pounds.
The Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating (SCWR) is the manufacturer’s des-
ignated number of sleeping positions multiplied by 154 pounds (70 kilograms).
The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum load carrying
capacity of each axle as measured at the tire-ground interfaces.
WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
When loading your motorhome, store heavy gear first, keeping it on or as
close to the floor as possible. Heavy items should be stored centrally so as to
distribute the weight evenly between the front and rear axles. Distribute weight
to obtain even side-to-side balance of the loaded vehicle. Each corner of the
motorhome can be weighed by placing each tire or duel tire set on the scale.
Secure loose items to prevent weight shifts that could affect the balance of the
vehicle. Store only light objects on high shelves.
With the motorhome fully loaded, drive to a scale and weigh the front,
rear, and tag axle (if applicable) separately to determine the axle loads. The
load on each axle should not exceed its GAWR. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights below the ratings.
Federal Certification Label
Motorhome Weight
Information Label
MOTORHOME WEIGHT INFORMATION:
MODEL
GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
is the maximum permissible weight of this fully loaded motorhome.
UVW
(Unloaded Vehicle Weight)
is the weight of this motorhome as manufactured at the factory with full
fuel, engine oil and coolants.
SCWR
(Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating)
is the manufacturer’s designated number of sleeping positions multiplied
by 154 pounds (70 kilograms).
CCC
(Cargo Carrying Capacity)
is equal to GVWR minus each of the following: UVW, full fresh (potable)
water weight (including water heater), full LP gas weight and SCWR.
CARGO CARRYING CAPACITY (CCC) COMPUTATION
pounds (kilograms)
GVWR ............................................................................... 14050 (6386)
minus UVW ....................................................................... 9250 (4204)
minus fresh water weight of 106 gallons @ 8.3 lb/gal ............ 880 (403)
minus LP gas weight of 80 gallons @ 4.5 lb/gal .................... 360 (160)
minus SCWR of 2 persons @ 154 lb/person ......................... 308 (140)
CCC for this motorhome* ...................................................... 2636 (1199)
*Dealer installed equipment and towed vehicle tongue weight will reduce CCC
Consult owner manual(s) for specific weighing instructions and towing guidelines.
