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• GAWR - Gross Axle Weight Rating for the
front and rear axles. The GAWR is the
maximum distributed weight that each axle
can support.
CAUTION: To prevent damage, never
load Model 3 so that it is heavier than
GVWR or exceeds the individual
GAWR weights.
Calculating Load Limits
1. Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg” on the “Tire and
Loading Information” label.
2. Determine the combined weight of all
occupants that will ride in the vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
occupants from XXX kg (see Step 1).
4. The resulting figure equals the available
cargo load capacity. For example, if the
“XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there will
be five 68 kg passengers in the vehicle, the
amount of available cargo capacity is
295 kg (635 ‑ 340 (5 x 68) = 295 kg).
5. Determine the combined cargo weight
being loaded on the vehicle. That weight
must not exceed the available cargo load
capacity calculated in Step 4.
WARNING: Trunks are the preferred
places to carry objects. In a collision,
or during hard braking and sharp
turns, loose items in the cabin could
injure occupants.
Example Load Limit Calculations
How much cargo Model 3 can carry depends
on the number and weight of passengers. The
following calculated load limit examples
assume passengers weigh 68 kg. If
passengers weigh more or less, available
cargo weight decreases or increases
respectively.
Table 1. Driver and one passenger
Description Total
Vehicle capacity weight 433 kg
Subtract occupant weight (2 x 68
kg) 136 kg
Available cargo weight 297 kg
Table 2. Driver and four passengers
Description Total
Vehicle capacity weight 433 kg
Subtract occupant weight (5 x 68
kg) 340 kg
Available cargo weight 93 kg
The cargo weight should be distributed
between the front and rear trunks.
CAUTION: Do not exceed the
maximum front trunk load weight of
25 kg.
CAUTION: Never load more than 60
kg on the rear load floor (above the
lower trunk compartment) or more
than 130 kg in the lower trunk
compartment. Doing so can cause
damage.
Roof Racks
Model 3 supports the use of Tesla-approved
roof racks using a Tesla mounting accessory.
To install roof racks, you must use this
accessory and you must use only roof rack
systems that have been approved by Tesla
(see
Parts and Accessories on page 217 ).
Failure to do so can cause significant damage.
Vehicle Loading
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