What Does Gross Vehicle Mass Refer To?
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Gross Vehicle Mass (G) refers to the weight of a vehicle when fully equipped and loaded with passengers (including the driver) and cargo as specified. The determination of gross vehicle mass: 1. For passenger cars, the gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and passengers plus the luggage weight; 2. For buses, the gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and passengers plus the luggage weight plus the accessory weight; 3. For trucks, the gross vehicle mass equals the curb weight plus the weight of the driver and assistant plus the luggage weight. The curb weight of a vehicle refers to the weight of the vehicle when fully equipped according to factory specifications (such as spare tires, tools, etc.) and with all fluids filled.