Van payload and loading
Van payload and axle limits: work from a real weighing
Understand measured payload, check gross and axle limits separately, and avoid double counting tools, passengers and equipment.
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Van payload and loading
Work from measured weights, understand gross and axle limits, and build a realistic loading plan.
Put the information to use
Start with the question you have today, keep your vehicle plate and ticket nearby, and check source definitions when a term is unfamiliar. Our examples show the arithmetic and do not replace a measured weight.
Can these guides confirm my vehicle is compliant?
No. A guide cannot inspect your vehicle, loading or documents. Use the correct limits, obtain measurements and seek appropriate professional help if those do not agree.
Does an empty van have its full advertised payload?
Racking, tools, accessories and the vehicle’s actual specification affect its starting weight. A measured baseline is more useful than a generic brochure figure.
Can I exceed one axle limit if the total is below the maximum?
No. Assess each applicable axle limit separately from the overall vehicle limit.