INTRODUCTION
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Weight Ratings
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, (GVWR):
is the maximum
permissible weight of this vehicle when fully loaded. It
includes all weight at the vehicle axle(s).
Unloaded Vehicle Weight, (UVW):
is the weight of this
motorhome as manufactured at the factory. It includes all
weight at the vehicle axle(s). If applicable, it also includes full
generator fluids, including fuel, engine oil and coolants.
Cargo Carrying Capacity, (CCC):
is equal to GVWR minus
each of the following: UVW, full fresh, (potable) water weight,
(including water heater), and full propane weight and SCWR.
Gross Combined Weight Rating, (GCWR):
means the
maximum allowable loaded weight of this motorhome and
any towed trailer or towed vehicle.
Canadian Models - Seating Capacity Weight Rating, (SCWR)
US Models - Sleeping Capacity Weight Rating, (SCWR):
is the manufacturer’s designated number of sleeping
positions multiplied by 154 pounds, (70 kilograms).
Gross Axle Weight Rating, (GAWR):
is the value specified as
the load carrying capacity of a single axle system, as
measured at the tire-ground interfaces.
Towing Guidelines:
Consult Dodge Sprinter Owners
Manual(s) for specific weighing instructions and towing
guidelines, including auxiliary brake requirements for any
towed trailer or towed vehicle.
Weighing Procedure:
Prior to weighing each unit, the fuel
tank must be full, as well as the fresh water tank. All tires must
be of equal pressure, and any snow must be removed.
Note: the weighing must be done on level ground!
Equipment:
2 Portable Scales, (including electrical power source), 2 wooden ramps, lift and pressure gauge.
Alternate:
D.O.T. approved customer scales.
Note:
Wooden ramps must be equal to or less than 1/8" of the height of the scales being used.
Procedure:
1) Fill Fuel Tank.
2) Fill Fresh Water Tank.
3) Measure all tire pressures and equalize if necessary.
4) Place wooden ramps below rear wheels, (using lift or driving onto ramps for levelling vehicle; N/A if
commercial scales used).
5) Place scales under front wheels.
6) Record
scale
readings.
7) Repeat for rear wheels.
Sample of Canadian Weight label:
Sample of US Weight label:
