gross weight GVW, GCW

Gross weight is the method of determining the size of a vehicle for insurance purposes.

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Gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the maximum loaded weight for which a single vehicle is designed, as specified by the manufacturer. In some states, GVW is based on registration receipts. Gross combination weight (GCW) is the maximum loaded weight for a combination truck/tractor and semitrailer or trailer for which the truck/tractor is designed, as specified by the manufacturer.

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Gross combination weight is the value specified by the manufacturer as the maximum loaded weight of...

Gross vehicle weight is the value specified by the manufacturer as the maximum total loaded weight...