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B-210 / B-200 Curtis System Operator Manual
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Vehicle
Load Capacity, Definition
The rated maximum load capacity of a vehicle is the load carrying capacity of the
standard
model.
The maximum load is on the vehicle’s data plate.
Occupants and optional equipment added to the vehicle at time of manufacture or installed after
delivery by the dealer or user reduces the capacity.
Example: Standard Load Capacity = 3,000 pounds:
3,000 - Driver (200) - Steel Cab/Doors Option (300) - Cargo Box (400) = 2,100 pounds maximum
load on deck. Add a passenger and the maximum load is reduced to 1,900 pounds.
The definition of maximum load is the maximum weight than can be carried on a vehicle under ideal
conditions. There are many conditions that will reduce the maximum safe load a vehicle can carry.
Some of these conditions are, but not limited to:
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Uneven road surface.
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Tall loads.
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Wide loads.
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Long loads.
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Liquid loads (sloshing).
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Traveling up or down grades.
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Traveling across grades.
The rated capacity assumes the load has a low center of gravity and is centered on the deck. As
example: A 20 foot tall, 3,000 pound statue on the deck of a 3,000 pound capacity vehicle is not
approved.
Liquid loads sloshing around in a tank will shift the center of gravity and may result in stability and
braking issues. Liquid loads must be secured and have fluid baffles in the tank to help reduce
shifting load weight due to sloshing.
