Weight variance from side to side should be no more than what percent?

• A. 7 percent
• B. 5 percent
• C. 10 percent
• D. 3 percent

Answer: (A)

Maintaining balanced weight across the vehicle is essential for stability and safe handling during emergency driving. A side-to-side imbalance shifts the center of gravity toward one side, which can make steering feel heavier, reduce cornering stability, and increase the risk of rollover in sharp turns or sudden maneuvers. Keeping the weight variance within seven percent helps keep the center of gravity close to the vehicle’s midline, preserving predictable handling and reducing rollover risk. If you notice one side is heavier, adjust or secure the load to improve balance before or during operations. The seven percent limit is the standard threshold; smaller (like three percent) or larger (like ten percent) limits would either be unnecessarily strict or insufficient to maintain stability.