Calculate remaining payload from GVWR, curb weight, occupants and cargo already loaded.
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How it works
Calculate remaining payload from GVWR, curb weight, occupants and cargo already loaded. Use the units shown in the calculator and review every assumption before using the result.
Formula
Remaining payload = GVWR − curb weight − occupants − existing cargo.
Worked example
A 7,000 lb GVWR vehicle with 5,000 lb curb weight, 400 lb occupants and 250 lb cargo has 1,350 lb remaining payload.
Important assumptions
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Frequently asked questions
Is this calculator free?
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Are the results exact?
The math is deterministic for the entered values, but the result depends on inputs and assumptions. Verify safety-critical, financial, code-related, towing, fitment, and manufacturer-specific decisions with authoritative information.