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Truck/Trailer Weighing Procedures
Important Weight Distribution Information
Princeton PIGGYBACK
prediction of the weight distribution resulting from the installation of the Princeton
forklift. One of the most important pieces of information required for the completion of
an accurate weight distribution is the curb weight of the empty truck. Be sure to record
the condition of the truck when taking weight measurements – i.e., Is there a body or
mount kit outfitted? How much fuel is in the tanks? Was the weight taken with the
driver? Passenger? etc. Following is the procedure for determining the empty weight
of a truck.
Straight Truck Curb Weights
1. Position the front axle of the bare chassis over the truck scale (as shown below),
such that only the front axle weight is measured. Measure the weight on the axle.
This is the 'Front Axle Curb Weight' (FAW).
2. Drive the truck forward until the front axle is clear of the scale and only the rear
axle(s) is on the scale. Measure the weight on the axle(s). This is the
'Rear Axle Curb Weight' (RAW).
3. Use the FAW and RAW meaurements from above to fill in the Truck Mounting
Application Analysis sheet located at the end of this document.
CAUTION - Failure to properly and accurately calculate the weight and weight distribution of the
transport vehicle could lead to serious injury, death, or significant property damage.
can assist with the calculation of allowable payloads, and
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