EVD

Vehicle Characteristics

EVD 2

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Weight GAWR

Gross Axle Weight Rating GVWR

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

EVD 3

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Weight GVW Distribution

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

+/- 7%

2/3

1/3

EVD 4

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Weight Center of Gravity

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

EVD 5

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Suspension Axles

Rated to carry GVW Springs

Rated to carry GVW Wheels

Load rated hub Tires

Rated to carry GVW

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

EVD 6

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Suspension Tires

40 sq. in. Road Contact 4/32 Min. Tread

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

EVD 7

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Brakes ABS

Wet/icy roads Works with disc and drum

Auxiliary NFPA 1901 – 36,000 lbs. Engine (“Jake”) > 20 mph Automatic Transmission Retarders Driveline Retarders

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)

EVD 8

EVDVehicle Characteristics

Water/Liquid Surge NFPA 1901 NFPA 1902 Baffling

Ref. Unit IV LP 2 (Lesson 9)