How OEMs determine gross vehicle weight rating

August 10, 2013

We’re a truck equipment distributor and have noticed that on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, the GVWR is normally equal to the sum of the axle ratings. However, for lighter duty trucks, the GVWR is less than the sum of the GAWRs. Can you explain why?

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