Chevrolet 2006 Avalanche Specifications download pdf (Page 328)

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In order to calculate the amount of weight any front

accessory, such as a snow plow, is adding to the front

axle, use the following formula:

(W x (A + W.B.)) /W.B.= Weight the accessory is adding

to the front axle.

Where:

W = Weight of added accessory

A = Distance that the accessory is in front of the

front axle.

W.B. = Vehicle Wheelbase

For example, adding a 700 lb (318 kg) snow plow actually

adds more than 700 lbs (318 kg) to the front axle. Using

the formula, if the snow plow is 4 ft (122 cm) in front of the

front axle and the wheel base is 10 ft (305 cm), then:

W = 700 lb (318 kg)

A = 4 ft (122 cm)

W.B. = 10 ft (305 cm)

(W x (A + W.B.))/W.B. = (700 x (4 + 10))/

10 = 980 lbs (445 kg)

So, if your vehicle’s front axle reserve capacity is more

than 980 lbs (445 kg), you could add the snow plow

without exceeding the front GAWR.

Q: What if I want to add heavier equipment to my

vehicle?

A: You can add heavier equipment on the front of the

vehicle if you compensate for it by carrying fewer

passengers, less cargo, or by positioning cargo

towards the rear. This has the effect of reducing the

load on the front. However, the front GAWR, rear

GAWR and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR)

must never be exceeded.

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