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Topic: Gross vehicle weight rating

	Epinions.com - What is "curb weight" versus "gross vehicle weight" and do they affect a car? (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings are the ratings that are calculated by the manufacturers as to be the amount of weight that the vehicle will be when the vehicle itself is weighed filled with gasoline and loaded according to manufacturer’s specifications.
		When a weights and standards officer has reasonable grounds to suspect that a truck or other vehicle is exceeding the gross vehicle weight ratings for that vehicle, he will stop the vehicle and weigh it using portable scales which are underneath each axle.
		As long the consumer is aware of the ratings of their vehicles and loads them properly according to the manufacturer’s recommendations then there should be no problem with purchasing a vehicle regardless of whether or not it was manufactured before or after 2001.
	www.epinions.com /auto-review-6831-2573C29A-3A390A3D-prod2 (650 words)

	Annual Truck and Trailer Safety Inspections
		The combination's weight is determined by adding the greater of the truck's actual weight, registered gross weight or gross vehicle weight rating to the greater of the trailer's actual weight or gross vehicle weight rating.
		The vehicle weight rating is the amount stated by the truck manufacturer to be the loaded weight of the single truck.
		The vehicle weight rating is the amount stated by the trailer manufacturer to be the loaded weight of the single trailer.
	www.mto.gov.on.ca /english/trucks/regulations/annual.htm (905 words)

	Definitions for GVWR and GAWR (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The unloaded vehicle weight, including all fluids, and its maximum payload, where the payload weight is based upon the manufacturer's rating of the vehicle's structural capability.
		For example, for a semitrailer, this will be the lesser of the rating of the kingpin and the rating of the upper coupler plate, plus the gross axle weight rating of all axles, or the maximum payload weight based on vertical bending of the trailer structure due to the payload.
		Gross axle weight rating is the least rating of any component of an individual axle and wheel assembly, as specified by the manufacturer of the component.
	www.ctea.on.ca /Definitions.htm (263 words)

	Vehicle Weight Definitions
		Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is the maximum GVW specified by the manufacturer for a single vehicle, including the load.
		Axle weight is the weight transmitted to the ground by one axle or one set of axles.
		The maximum payload of a truck is determined by subtracting the curb weight and weight of the driver (175 pounds) from the manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating.
	www.tpub.com /eqopbas/78.htm (769 words)

	V.C. Section 12804.9 - Examination and Driving Test: Classifications
		The authority to operate combinations of vehicles under this subparagraph may be granted by endorsement on a class C license upon completion of that written examination.
		Authority to operate a vehicle included in a class M1 license may be granted by endorsement on a class A, B, or C license upon completion of an appropriate examination.
		In order to be eligible to drive the vanpool vehicle, the driver shall keep in the vanpool vehicle a statement, signed under penalty of perjury, that he or she has not been convicted of reckless driving, drunk driving, or a hit-and-run offense in the last five years.
	www.dmv.ca.gov /pubs/vctop/d06/vc12804_9.htm (1455 words)

	RV and Tow Vehicle Weights
		The combined weight of scale 1 and 2 is the loaded Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of the tow vehicle, and should not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the tow vehicle.
		The weight on scale 3 is the Gross Axle Weight of the trailer, and should not exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the trailer.
		Weights and Balances for RV'ers" by Peter M Greig, the travel trailer hitches should carry 9-12% of the trailer's loaded weight, and 5th wheel hitches should carry 15-18% of the trailer's loaded weight.
	klenger.net /arctic-fox/weight (1562 words)

	HIGHWAY TRAFFIC ACT - O. Reg. 363/04 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		“gross vehicle weight” means the total weight in kilograms transmitted to the highway by a vehicle, or combination of vehicles, and load;
		A vehicle carrying a load on a highway under the authority of a permit issued under section 110 of the Act that contains load securement requirements that conflict with any requirements of this Regulation must be in compliance with the permit requirements and not with the conflicting requirements of this Regulation.
		This Part applies to commercial motor vehicles for which each of the gross vehicle weight, registered gross weight, manufacturer’s gross vehicle weight rating and gross combination weight rating is 4,500 kilograms or less.
	www.e-laws.gov.on.ca /DBLaws/Source/Regs/English/2004/R04363_e.htm (1323 words)

	Gross Vehicle Weight Rating - Fr
		Vehicles that operate above the GVWR are a potential safety hazard because the frame, suspension, brakes and tires are not designed for weights above the rating the manufacturer has set.
		The weight exerted on the hitch forms part of the load of the towing vehicle and should be included as part of the towing vehicle's load.
		Vehicles such as utility trailers, motor homes, and horse trailers usually have their own GVWR.
	www.rvda-alberta.org /rvtips/gvwr.htm (572 words)

	TN Minimum School Bus Standards
		GVWR and all types C and D buses shall be equipped with a heavy-duty truck or bus-type alternator meeting SAE J 180, having a minimum output rating of 100 amperes.
		The exhaust system on vehicles equipped with a power lift unit may be routed to the left of the right frame rail to allow for the installation of a power lift unit on the right side of the vehicle.
		The capacity of springs or suspension assemblies shall be commensurate with chassis manufacturer’s GVWR rating.
	www.state.tn.us /sbe/busstandards.html (9861 words)

	HB736 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		In the absence of a value specified by the manufacturer, gross combination weight rating shall be determined by adding the gross vehicle weight rating of the power unit and the total weight of the towed unit and any load thereon.
		The gross vehicle weight rating of a combination (articulated) vehicle (commonly referred to as the "gross combination weight rating" or GCWR) is the gross vehicle weight rating of the power unit plus the gross vehicle weight rating of the towed unit.
		When driving a commercial motor vehicle, the holder of a commercial driver's instruction permit shall be accompanied by a person licensed to operate that category of commercial motor vehicle.
	www.capitol.hawaii.gov /sessioncurrent/Bills/HB736_.htm (3001 words)

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		The original exemption, described in clause (i), is available to vehicles that were first registered in Connecticut (but not registered before, anywhere), on or after August 1, 1996, used exclusively to transport freight for hire and have a gross vehicle weight rating in excess of 26,000 pounds.
		The two classes of vehicle that now exist are referred to in §12-81(74)(A): (i) the original exemption for vehicles in excess of 26,000 pounds GVW rating; and (ii) a new class of vehicle in excess of 55,000 pounds GVW rating.
		For example, if a lessor of a motor vehicle sells both the vehicle and the lease to another entity, but the lessee who received the exemption is still using the vehicle in his trucking operation, the exemption would continue for the remainder of the five year exemption period at the original acquisition cost basis.
	www.opm.state.ct.us /igp/grants/datagrts/cmv00gui.doc (3787 words)

	Iowa Code 1995: Section 321.189
		A driver's license is not valid for the operation of a vehicle requiring an endorsement unless the driver's license is endorsed for the vehicle.
		Appearing on the driver's license shall be a distinguishing number assigned to the licensee; the licensee's full name, date of birth, sex, and residence address; a colored photograph; a physical description of the licensee; the name of the state; the dates of issuance and expiration; and the usual signature of the licensee.
		A motor vehicle license issued to a person under twenty-one years of age shall be identical in form to any other motor vehicle license except that the words "under twenty-one" shall appear prominently on the face of the license.
	www.legis.state.ia.us /IACODE/1995/321/189.html (1091 words)

	V27 - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the amount recommended by the manufacturer as the upper limit to the operational weight for a motor vehicle and any cargo (human or other) to be carried.
		The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the sum of all GVWRs for each unit in a combination-unit motor vehicle.
		For combination trucks (truck tractors pulling a single semi-trailer, truck tractors pulling double or triple trailers, trucks pulling trailers, and trucks pulling other motor vehicles) the GCWR is the total of the GVWRs of all units in the combination.
	www.mmucc.us /V27.aspx (218 words)

	DMV - V.C. Section 350 - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Gross Combination Weight Rating
		(a) "Gross vehicle weight rating" (GVWR) means the weight specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a single vehicle.
		(b) Gross combination weight rating (GCWR) means the weight specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of a combination or articulated vehicle.
		In the absence of a weight specified by the manufacturer, GCWR shall be determined by adding the GVWR of the power unit and the total unladen weight of the towed units and any load thereon.
	www.dmv.ca.gov /pubs/vctop/d01/vc350.htm (101 words)

	Gross vehicle weight gvw
		Is the maximum recommended weight for a vehicle, including: the weight of the vehicle itself, fuel and other fluids, passengers, and all cargo.
		Is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment.
		A company that modifies a vehicle to increase the GVWR must ensure the GVWR is increased in accordance with the original manufacturer's written recommendations, or within the load-carrying capacity of the vehicle's components, when the completed vehicle is loaded for its intended use.
	www.pc.gov.bc.ca /cmg/newweb/GVW.htm (1086 words)

	28-3101 - Driver license classes (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		Class G. A class G license is valid for operating a single motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of twenty-six thousand pounds or less.
		B. A class A, B, C, D or G license is not valid for operating a vehicle that requires a class M license or a vehicle that requires a special endorsement unless the proper endorsement appears on the license.
		That the vehicle is classified as a noncommercial vehicle and may not be used as a commercial vehicle.
	www.azleg.state.az.us /ars/28/03101.htm (589 words)

	Motor Vehicle Act -- Motor Vehicle Act Regulations - Division 5 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		(i) the aggregate of the net weight of the towing dolly and the gross vehicle weight of the motor vehicle one axle of which is being carried by the towing dolly does not exceed 1 400 kg, or
		(c) where the licensed vehicle weight of the trailer exceeds 2 800 kg, be capable of being applied by the driver of the motor vehicle towing the trailer from his normal seated position.
		(7) Brakes and coordinated brake control are not required on a towed motor vehicle that has a laden gross vehicle weight less than 2 000 kg and that is less than 40% of the gross vehicle weight rating of a motor home towing it via a tow bar.
	www.qp.gov.bc.ca /statreg/reg/m/motorvehicle/26_58/26_58-02.htm (1230 words)

	NJ CAR - News
		Dealers should not accept a sales tax exemption claim in these circumstances unless the GVWR as indicated on the manufacturer's certificate of origin also exceeds 26,000 pounds, or unless the vehicle is capable of towing a trailer and the combined loaded weight of the vehicle and trailer would exceed 26,000 pounds.
		The statute governing commercial vehicle registrations and weight categories, N.J.S.A. 39:3-20 refers to the "gross weight," which is defined as "the weight of the vehicle or combination of vehicles, including load or contents." This "gross weight" is not limited to the GVWR designated by the manufacturer.
		"Gross vehicle weight rating" means the value specified by the manufacturer as the loaded weight of the single or combination vehicle and, if the manufacturer has not specified a value for a towed vehicle, means the value specified for the towing vehicle plus the loaded weight of the towed unit.
	www.njcar.org /njcar/dsp_news_details.cfm?news_id=88 (533 words)

	Chapter 161 Oregon Laws 2003 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		other than vehicles for which the title fee is described in paragraph (b) of this subsection, $30.
		other than vehicles for which the title fee is described in paragraph (a) of this subsection, $30.
		vehicles other than vehicles for which the title fee is described in paragraph (b) of this subsection, $30.
	www.leg.state.or.us /orlaws/sess0100.dir/0161ses.htm (502 words)

	Alabama Drivers Academy - Truck Driver Training School (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The Federal Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety Act was developed in order to improve driver quality, guarantee that drivers have the skills needed to operate commercial vehicles, and to prevent drivers from having more than one license (a big problem prior to the 1986).
		Class B licenses are issued to persons, at least 18 years old, who have qualified to operate any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or any such vehicle towing a vehicle having a gross vehicle weight rating of not more than 10,000 pounds.
		Class C licenses are issued to persons, at least 18 years old, who have qualified to operate any single vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of not more than 26,000 pounds or any such vehicle towing a vehicle if the gross combination vehicle weight rating is not more than 26,000 pounds.
	www.truckdrivertraining.com /cdl.html (1164 words)

	Expert's Advice \| Weight Ratings Explained (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		This weight should always be obtained by weighing the vehicle and trailer together on a scale.
		Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) - The maximum weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer - including cargo and passengers.
		This weight is obtained by subtracting the towing vehicle's GVW from its GCWR.
	www.woodalls.com /rvs/advice/wghtrate.html (341 words)

	Pickup Truck Buyer's Guide - Trailering Capacity (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		To determine the Maximum Trailer Weight, you must add the Payload Weight and the trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), which you need to look up in the trailer brochure, and then subtract the Tongue Weight.
		Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings are available for each series and model of General Motors Truck in trailering brochures at any Chevy Truck or GMC Dealer.
		Since the Rear Gross Axle Weight is 1020 kg (2148 lb.) less than the Gross Axle Weight Rating 2721 kg (6000 lb.), the Sierra 1500 HD series provides a considerable safety margin to carry added cargo if required and is the right truck for Joe.
	www.gmcanada.com /english/truckguide/pick_trail_capacity.html (943 words)

	Landscape Ontario - MTO - Annual Truck and Trailer Safety Inspections
		"Truck" includes motor vehicles such as pickup trucks, and mini vans and two and four wheel drive sport utility vehicles being used to transport cargo with the vehicle's seats removed, regardless of how the vehicle is plated, e.g.
		The weight transmitted to the road by the axle(s) of an attached trailer does not have to be added to the RGW of the truck if the transmitted weight is 2,800 kilograms (6,172 lbs) or less.
		A truck or trailer, regardless of weight, may be driven or towed to a garage to obtain a valid inspection sticker if it is not loaded and is bearing a dealer/service plate that belongs to the garage.
	www.hort-trades.com /displaynews.php?newsID=117&categoryID=20 (938 words)

	ITS/CVO CVISN Glossary (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-10)
		The period during which a vehicle is continuously travelling from its point of origin to its destination. The vehicle may stop for short periods during the trip without causing discontinuation of the trip if no change occurs in the loaded weight.
		A motor vehicle designed to carry an entire load. It may consist of a chassis and body, a chassis, cab and body, or it may be of integral construction so that the body and chassis form a single unit.
		A tax based on a tax rate for the number of miles traveled and the weight of the vehicle. Total tax liability is calculated by multiplying the tax rate for the weight times miles traveled.
	cvisn.fmcsa.dot.gov /Introcvisn/glossv20.shtml (7928 words)

	Alabama (AL) Lemon Law Information - AUTOPEDIA® - The AUTOmotive encycloPEDIA
		Every vehicle intended primarily for use and operation on the public highways which is self-propelled; provided, however, that the term "motor vehicle" shall not apply to motor homes or to any motor vehicle having a manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 pounds or more.
		A written statement which shall be delivered to the manufacturer and which shall describe the subject motor vehicle, the nonconforming condition, and shall describe all previous attempts to correct such nonconforming condition by identifying the person, firm or corporation who or which made such attempt, and the time when such attempt was made.
		After delivery of the new vehicle to the authorized repair facility by the consumer, the manufacturer shall attempt to correct the nonconforming condition and conform the vehicle to the express warranty within a period not to exceed 14 calendar days.
	autopedia.com /Lemon/AL_lemonlaw2.html (1096 words)

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