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Capacity and Weight

Operating Weight

The total weight of a machine in typical working configuration, including standard equipment and full fluids, but generally excluding attachments and payload.

Definition

Operating weight usually includes a standard operator, full fuel tank, and standard equipment such as a cab or canopy, bucket, and counterweight. It affects ground pressure, transport requirements, stability, and how a machine is classified by size.