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forward 6” to 8”. Now record total weight. Re-hook the tow vehicle and
remove the weight from the front support. Be sure no part of tow vehicle
is on the scale. Now record the axle weight only. The difference between
the two weights is the hitch weight.
KZRV suggests you also weigh each side (2 tires) separate to find
balance of pounds per side.
It’s possible to have 1 side correct and the
other side over-loaded. Often the slideout side or refrigerator side will be
slightly heavier than the other.
The
second sticker
is about the weight of cargo placed in your coach.
Location is on the inside of your coach, on the screen door, or inside of a
cabinet door. It provides listed total allowable weight of cargo minus
liquids allowed, water and propane.
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRAILER CARRYING CARGO CAPACITY
VIN #: ____________________________________
The weight of cargo should never exceed kg _______ lbs ________
Loading Procedures
Your recreational vehicle has been engineered to make maximum use of
the available space for living and storage areas. The equipment and
supplies you take along while traveling can be carried safely, provided
the additional weight is distributed properly. Proper weight distribution
within your trailer is an important factor in safety and efficiency of your
trailer brakes, hitching, and how your tow vehicle will pull the trailer. DO
NOT put excessive weight in the rear area. Excessive weight in the rear
lightens the hitch weight, which tends to magnify any sway from passing
trucks or gusty winds, and reduce your control of coach when towing.
Lightweight and bulky items such as paper products, bedding, clothing,
etc., should be stored in overhead cabinets and closets. Heavy items
such as cooking utensils should be placed in lower cabinets. Canned
goods need to be in a pantry, if so equipped, or in lower cabinets. Also,
heavy items should be secured to avoid shifting during travel.
A reasonable principle in loading your coach is for every two pounds of
weight loaded in front of the axle, one pound of weight must be loaded
behind the axle. Also remember, improper side-to-side loading affects
spring condition and sway.
A load of water equals _____kg/____lbs of cargo @
____kg/____lbs per gallon.
