How to Check a Car's Weight?

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ElainaAnn
07/30/25 1:24am
A car's weight can be checked using a weighbridge. Here are the relevant details: 1. Gross Weight: The vehicle's registration certificate records the gross weight, which is the sum of the approved load capacity and the car's own weight. Subtracting the approved load capacity gives the car's weight. 2. Weight Range: The weight of an average sedan typically ranges from 1.5T to 2T. Examples of weights for sedans produced in different countries include: Korean cars - Sonata 2.0 weighs 1444 kg, NF 2.4 weighs 1463 kg, Optima 2.0 weighs 1480 kg. American cars - Regal 2.5 weighs 1557 kg, Epica 2.0 weighs 1482 kg, Mondeo 2.0 weighs 1445 kg, Focus 2.0 weighs 1340 kg.
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