Which of these best describes a vehicle's payload? Mark one answer
A The maximum load each tyre can take
B The maximum load over each axle
C The maximum load plus the weight of the vehicle
D The maximum load the vehicle can carry
Answer:D
Which of these best describes a vehicle's payload? Mark one answer
A The maximum load each tyre can take B The maximum load over each axle C The maximum load plus the weight of the vehicle D The maximum load the vehicle can carry
Explanation: The formula used to calculate the payload of a vehicle is the maximum authorised mass (MAM) minus the tare weight. The tare weight is the total weight of the vehicle, including the crew and extra equipment.