How do I calculate loaded trailer weight?

Start with dry weight, then add water, propane, batteries, food, tools, camping gear, dealer accessories, and cargo. A scale ticket is better than an estimate.

Does tongue weight count twice?

No. Tongue weight is part of the trailer's loaded weight, but it is carried by the tow vehicle. For payload checks, count tongue weight against the tow vehicle payload.

What is the difference between dry weight and loaded weight?

Dry weight is the trailer before trip cargo and fluids. Loaded weight is what the trailer actually weighs for travel, including water, propane, batteries, food, and gear.

Loaded weight calculator

Truck and Trailer Weight Calculator

Estimate loaded trailer weight from dry weight, water, propane, batteries, and cargo, then check trailer GVWR, truck payload, tongue weight, and GCWR.

Trip weight inputs

Trailer dry weightTrailer GVWRFresh water gallonsPropane weightBattery weightTrailer cargo and gearTongue weight percentTruck door-sticker payloadPassengersTruck cargoHitch equipmentGCWRTruck curb weight

Dry weight is only the start

Water, propane, batteries, food, tools, bedding, dealer accessories, and camping gear can add hundreds or thousands of pounds.

Payload carries tongue weight

Tongue weight is part of trailer weight, but it presses down on the tow vehicle and consumes payload.

Scale weight wins

Use this estimate for planning. A CAT scale or other certified scale is better before a long trip.

Trip weight inputs

Dry weight is only the start

Payload carries tongue weight

Scale weight wins

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