Towing a tiny home with loose furniture, water, and occupants is a recipe for disaster. Before towing, it’s imperative to calculate the tiny house dry weight, which accounts for the structure’s weight alone. This weight must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the trailer. Additionally, the payload weight rating is determined by subtracting the trailer’s weight from the GVWR, ideally leaving a positive margin.
The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) considers the combined weight of the tiny home, trailer, furniture, and occupants. Calculating the GCWR is crucial to ensure compliance with road and highway regulations.
Other weight-related calculations, such as Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR), Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), and Tongue Weight, also play a role in determining the right weight for your tiny home on wheels.