5-1. Before driving
229 n GAWR( Gross Axle Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross axle weight. The gross axle weight is the load placed on each axle( front and rear). package( if available), hitch and hitch systems( if required).
Additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the vehicle will reduce the trailer weight rating so as not to exceed GCWR, GVWR and GAWR.
If the gross trailer weight exceeds 3000 lb.( 1360 kg), it is recommended to use a trailer with 2 or more axles.
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With brakes
n Unbraked TWR( Unbraked Trailer Weight Rating)
The trailer weight rating for towing a trailer without a trailer service brake system.
Driving
A Front GAWR
B Rear GAWR n TWR( Trailer Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross trailer weight. The gross trailer weight is the sum of the trailer weight and the weight of the cargo in the trailer.
TWR is calculated assuming base vehicle with one driver, one front passenger, towing
A Without brakes n Tongue Weight
The load placed on the trailer hitch ball.( �P. 230)