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Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)

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Total weight of the vehicle including the load.

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How to measure Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)?

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the total weight of a vehicle, including the vehicle itself, its load, and any other items it is carrying. It is measured by adding the weight of the vehicle, the weight of the load, and any other items it is carrying. Gross Vehicle Weight is important as it determines the legal requirements for a vehicle, as well as its ability to safely carry a certain amount of weight. 

 

To measure Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), you need to place the vehicle on a weigh scale and subtract the weight of the vehicle without any cargo or passengers. This will give you the total GVW. 

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