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SECTION 10
SPECIFICATIONS & GLOSSARY
Weight, Tongue Load, Vertical Load Rating
Different terms for the MAXIMUM VERTICAL
LOAD that can be carried by the hitch.
UNLOADED VEHICLE WEIGHT (UVW) - The
WEIGHT of a vehicle as built at the factory
with full fuel, engine (generator) oil and
coolants. It does not include cargo, fresh
water, propane, occupants, or dealer installed
accessories.
WEIGHT & LOAD - These terms are
generally used interchangeably. For the
purposes of understanding RV applications,
vehicles have WEIGHT, which impart LOADS
to
tires,
axles
and
hitches.
Scale
measurements taken when weighing are
LOADS carried by the tires. These measured
loads are used to calculate Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW), Gross Axle Weight (GAW),
Gross Combination Weight (GCW) and hitch
loads.
WINTERIZED – Refers to a camper that has
been
prepared
for
storage.
The
water
systems
have
been
drained
and
RV
antifreeze has been added to protect the
water lines and drains. The low point drains
should be in the open position.
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