| Classification | Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: | Examples |
| Class 1 | GVRW 0 – 6,0000 pounds | Ford Ranger |
| Class 2 | GVWR 6,001 – 10,000 pounds *(divided into 2 classes, Class 2A & 2B) |
See class 2A & 2B below |
| *Class 2A | GVWR 6,001 – 8,500 pounds | Ford F-150, Dodge Ram 1500 |
| *Class 2B | GVWR 8,501 – 10,000 pounds | Dodge Ram 2500, Ford F-250 |
| Class 3 | GVWR 10,001 – 14,000 pounds | Dodge Ram 3500, Ford F-350 |
| Class 4 | GVWR 14,001 – 16,000 pounds | Dodge Ram 4500, Ford F-450 |
| Class 5 | GVWR 16,001 – 19,500 pounds | Dodge Ram 5500, Ford F-550 |
| Class 6 | GVWR 19,501 – 26,000 pounds | Ford F-650 |
| Class 7 | GVWR 26,001 – 33,000 pounds | Ford F-750 |
| Class 8 | GVWR over 33,000 pounds | Tractor Trailer |
Class 7 and Class 8 Trucks
So, as you can see in the USA we have 8 classifications (plus sub-classes). A heavy duty truck is classified as those in class 7-8. These are the two most common commercial vehicles, for hauling freight and such.
Smaller items, of course, can and are transported on other vehicle types, but when one thinks of a commercial grade heavy duty truck it’s in this category. What are they?A Class 7 heavy duty truck is one with a GVWR that ranges 26001–33000 pounds (11794–14969 kilos). Typical trucks found in this range are the Ford F-750 and the GMC C7500.
