Gross Combination Weight Rating

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Other people's agenda alarm!

Your just taking into consideration the power train to move the load.

What about the structure to support it. Duh

I don't know which country you are in but here in OZ the load you can carry depends to a large extent on the number and size of tyres on the road.

More power and fewer gears ( usually ) OR less power and more gears ( again, usually ) depends on your personal preference.

Trust the manufacturer as to what they want for GRW. The design criteria and other rules dictate final weight.

Buy the truck that best suits the intended use, based on manufacturer's published specifications and market reputation.

Engine power and gearing are the least significant factors in determining truck load capacity, more important is the carrying capacity of the axles and suspension and the braking performance.

The weight rating is based on the structure (frame), suspension (spring load), steering, brakes and axle strength.

The Nissan has a GVWR of 29,000 kg and the Hino 35,000. What about the curb weight of the vehicles? GVWR is total weight including the truck, so you must subtract the curb weight to get the load capacity. Also, consider how effectively you can use the trucks. For instance, one may have a higher frame rail, giving you more visability, but also a higher center of gravity (more likely to tip). One may have a wider track giving you more stability, but more difficult to drive on narrow roads. A higher cab may mean it is harder to get in and out (more chance of you or your employee being injured). Finally, the deck height may be higher or lower, which makes loading/unloading more difficult.

One final item you need to consider is the cost of ownership and the intangibles like ergonomics, quality, etc. The Nissan may be a better vehicle, in regard to less maintenance required, more reliable (less down time and lower cost to run), fuel efficiency, cost of parts, availability of parts and service, tires, brakes, hoses, batteries ... all of these need to be though of and again, don't forget the intangibles.

Above all, I wouldn't buy a truck based on hp, gear ratios or even GVWR. Find out which one works best for you as an overall package. If we bought vehicles based on simply the numbers, then almost all of us would be driving the same car - which you know is not the case.

I hope this helps.

Usually the GRW rating not only depends on a higher gear ratios but also the whole supporting structure as well.