Downrating the motorhome means reducing the vehicle’s laden weight. This may be useful, for example, in order to be permitted to drive the vehicle with a specific category of driving licence or to comply with legal requirements.
What exactly does ‘downrating the load capacity’ mean in the context of a Camper Van or motorhome??
Downrating is the opposite of uprating: The maximum permissible laden weight or individual axle loads are reduced.
Common reasons for downrating:
- You would like to downrate a vehicle so that you can comply with the legal requirements regarding driving licence categories.
- Vehicles with a lower laden weight often benefit from more favourable toll or tax arrangements.
- You must comply with the legal requirements in your country.
Important information regarding vehicle unloading
Please note:
- Any change to the laden weight must be recorded in the vehicle documents; you must have this entered by the relevant registration authority.
- Technical modifications to the vehicle are usually not necessary.
You can enquire about the downrating of your HYMER vehicle at your local dealer. Here you can find all the documents required for downrating. You can find your nearest HYMER dealer here: To dealer search