Towing Related Terms; Gcwr (Gross Combination Weight Rating); Gvwr (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating); Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - Lexus rx450h Service Manual

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Towing related terms

The maximum allowable gross com-

bination weight. The gross combina-

tion weight is the sum of the total

vehicle weight (including the occu-

pants, cargo and any optional equip-

ment installed on the vehicle) and

the weight of the trailer being towed

(including the cargo in the trailer).

The maximum allowable gross vehi-

cle weight. The gross vehicle weight

is the total weight of the vehicle.

When towing a trailer, it is the sum of

the vehicle weight (including the

occupants, cargo and any optional

equipment installed on the vehicle)

and the tongue weight.

The maximum allowable gross axle

weight. The gross axle weight is the

load placed on each axle (front and

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