The Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried on a vehicle's axle or individual suspension components, either front or rear. It includes the weight of the vehicle, plus cargo and equipment supported by the axle and includes Tongue Weight or Kingpin Weight when trailering. These ratings are shown on the vehicle's Certification Label, usually located in the driver's door frame, and should not be exceeded, nor should the total load exceed the GVWR.
This is the maximum weight to be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers also are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR.
Maximum to which the axle can be loaded, according to the manufacturer; includes all weight placed on all tires on a given axle.
The value specified by the vehicle manufacturer as the load carrying capacity of a single axle system for a specified vehicle, as measured at the tire ground interfaces. The sum of the front and rear Gross Axle Mass Rating can not be less than, but may exceed, GVWR.
The maximum allowable weight, in pounds, each axle is designed to carry, as measured at the tires, therefore including the weight of the axle assembly itself. GAWR is established by considering the ratio of each of its components (tires, wheels, springs, axle) and rating the axle on its weakest link. The GAWR assumes that the load is equal on each side.
According to the chassis manufacturer, the maximum allowable weight of a single-axle assembly as measured where the tires meet the ground. The GAWR is established by considering each of its components (tires, wheels, springs, axle) and rating the axle on its weakest link. The GAWR assumes that the load is equal on each side.
The maximum amount of weight that can be supported by each axle, as designated by the manufacturer.
The maximum weight an axle is designed to carry.
The manufacturers maximum load weight, in pounds, that can be placed on the axle. If an axle has a 3500-lb. GAWR and the RV has two axles (tandem axles), then the RV would have a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 7000 lbs.
The maximum weight that can be placed on an axle, according to the manufacturer. The GAWR includes all weight placed on all tires on a given axle. Each axle has a separate rating and assumes the load is equal on both sides.