What is unladen weight?

Unladen weight refers to the weight of a vehicle or aircraft when it is empty or not carrying any passengers, cargo, or other equipment. It is sometimes also referred to as the curb weight or tare weight.

The unladen weight of a vehicle is an important factor in determining its overall performance and carrying capacity. It is used to calculate the maximum payload capacity of the vehicle, which is the total weight of passengers, cargo, and fuel that can be safely carried without exceeding the vehicle's maximum weight capacity.

In the case of aircraft, unladen weight is also used to calculate important factors such as fuel consumption, takeoff and landing performance, and overall aircraft efficiency.

Unladen weight is typically listed on a vehicle's or aircraft's documentation and is an important consideration for operators and manufacturers when designing, operating, or maintaining the vehicle or aircraft.