What Does GVWR Mean for Trailer
Question:
Does the GVWR mean that the total weight across the board with cargo that is legally allowed?
asked by: James W
Expert Reply:
GVWR stands for "Gross Vehicle Weight Rating" and you are on the money - it means the total combined weight allowed of the trailer and cargo when fully loaded. Trailers will have two weights, dry weight and cargo capacity. These two weights added together will be the trailer's GVWR and when choosing a trailer hitch receiver or fifth wheel hitch, you want to be sure you get one with a capacity that exceeds the GVWR of your trailer and that your vehicle also has the necessary towing capacity.
I have added links to a number of help articles on trailer and fifth wheel towing that I highly recommend taking a look as well.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V XD - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 2400 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
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