On Tue, 11 Nov 2003 21:53:28 -0500, Wayne.B
wrote:

A 1 ton truck will typically have a cargo capacity of about 900 kg and
a trailer towing capability of about 5,500 kg.

1 ton = 2,000 pounds, 1 kg = 2.2 pounds

Trucks in the US are typically referred to by their cargo capacity,
not their actual weight.


Thanks, interesting.

It's approximately 10% difference then to a normal metric ton (1000
kg).

Speaking about towing capacity, what kind of drivers license do You
need for this kind of towing ( truck + over 3000 kg trailer) ?

Just curious of the differences!


/Marcus

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On Thu, 13 Nov 2003 00:01:50 +0100, Marcus AAkesson
wrote:
Speaking about towing capacity, what kind of drivers license do You
need for this kind of towing ( truck + over 3000 kg trailer) ?

Just curious of the differences!

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For non-commercial driving, no special license is usually required.