Gross Vehicle Weight
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∙ 2010-11-27 01:54:21Compare the GVW of the trailer with the towing capacity of the tow vehicle.
Yes. That trailer has a GVW well in excess of 10,000 lbs... it's probably closer to 16 or 20k... and the F350 has a GVW of 13,000 lbs. That combination requires a Class A CDL.
Let's set the record straight here. A CDL would only be required if the Gross Combined Weight Rating of the truck and trailer together was in excess of 26,000 lbs., and the GVW of the trailer alone exceeds 10,000 lbs. You can drive a 26k Class 6 truck without a CDL... you can tow a trailer up to 10,000 lbs. GVW behind it and still not need a CDL. If it is a commercial vehicle, and you're crossing state lines, however, you will need a DOT medical card. A one ton pickup of current manufacture has a GVW of around 12,000 - 13,000 lbs., and any commercial vehicle operating interstate requires the med card.
If the GVW of those trailers exceeds 10,000 lbs. and the GCW of the entire combination exceeds 26,000 lbs., yes. A current production one ton truck typically has a GVW of around 13,000 lbs. So any RV trailer with a GVW in excess of 13,000 lbs. will require a CDL when being hauled on a commerce basis.
If it is not on the outside left front corner of the trailer with the VIN # as required by law it should be inside. You are looking for a sheet of paper about letter size glued to the inside of a cabinet door or to the inside of a storage cabinet or storage locker. The # you want is GVW it is the maximum that the trailer is allowed to weigh.
350 - 450lbs
If the GVW of the trailer exceeds the GVW of the truck, no.
what is the gross gvw for f350 with 3.73 rear trailer max weight
No
Compare the GVW of the trailer with the towing capacity of the tow vehicle.
Depends on the GVW of the trailer and the Gross Combined Weight Rating of the truck and trailer.
The gross trailer weight should not exceed the GVW of the tow vehicle. Check the sticker on your drivers door for the GVW (Gross Vehicle Wieght) of your truck. Trailer brakes would be highly recomended.
GVW is gross vehicle weight which is different than GCWR (gross combination weight rating). Pulling a trailer weighing 10 tons should not cause you any problems. However I am assuming you have your dump tagged at a little less than 55,000 to avoid paying heavy use tax. Even if this is not the case and you have tagged it for a heaver weight be aware that pulling that trailer while dump and trailer are loaded may put yousignificantly over your tagged weight. Just watch your gross weight or you can re-tag your dump for 80,000. When GCWR is not available on the power unit DOT will add the GVW for the dump and the trailer to get a GCW (gross combination weight).
gross vehicle weight
Depends on GVW of trailer. Do not exceed mfgr's rated specs - they're there for a reason. If trailer is heavier than recommended, you could find it impossible to stop if trailer brakes malfunction.
What it says on the side is irrelevant. Permissible Gross Vehicle Weight is determined in accordance with the Bridge Law Formula. 50k was probably the normal GCWR with the trailer it normally pulls - most likely, also a single axle, although 52k should be the correct GCWR for a single axle with a 27' single axle pup trailer, though a 20k gooseneck trailer is also possible. There may also be a possibility that was the weight it was licensed for - this is something which also varies by state.
Laws vary by jurisdiction. In the US, a trailer with a GVW in excess of 3,000 lbs. to 6,000 lbs. - dependent on state - must have an independent braking system. A tandem axle trailer would require a brake system in all states.