LOAD PLANNING

Payload Calculator

Build a weight budget using your vehicle’s rated total capacity. Include every person and each added load.

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Planning results

Enter your measurements and select Calculate.

Example values are prefilled. Replace them with your machine’s measurements.

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Before you act on this result

Being under total payload does not prove the bed, racks, seats, hitch, tires, or axles are within their individual limits. Keep loads secured and follow the manual’s load distribution and towing restrictions. Never add passengers beyond approved seating.

How this calculator works

Used payload = operator/passengers + cargo + added accessories + tongue weight. Remaining payload = rated capacity − used payload. Used percentage = used payload ÷ rated capacity × 100.

Worked example

A 1,000 lb rating with 360 lb of riders, 200 lb of cargo, 100 lb of accessories, and 75 lb of tongue weight leaves 265 lb of total-capacity headroom.

Reference: Polaris hauling and towing guidance. Always use your own model’s manual.

Common questions

Does trailer weight count as payload?

The tongue load supported by the machine generally contributes to its load budget. The entire trailer weight is a separate towing check. Follow the exact limits and definitions in your owner’s manual.

Are the results stored or sent anywhere?

No. Your entries are used in your browser for this calculation. Calculator entries are not saved. Optional My Machine and checklist preferences are stored locally as described in our privacy policy.