Vehicle Types

What is the "tare weight" (unladen mass) of a vehicle?

  • A The weight of the vehicle fully loaded with passengers and cargo
  • The weight of the vehicle with essential fluids, but no passengers or cargo
  • C The maximum authorised weight of the vehicle when in use
  • D The weight of the driver plus the fuel

Why this is the correct answer

Tare weight is the weight of the vehicle with all essential fluids (oil, coolant, fuel), but no passengers or cargo.

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