You can expect an average golf cart weight to be about 900 pounds (410 kg). Most golf cart utility trailers that can carry up to one lightweight cart can weigh as low as 310 pounds (141 kg). Yet some trailers can weigh up to as much as 1,300 pounds (590 kg) in order to carry the weight of four golf carts.
A large majority of the weight of an electric golf cart comes from the batteries. When loading the batteries in, they can typically add on an additional 500 pounds (227 kg). In general, electric golf carts have a lighter frame so this balances out with their total weight similar (although heavier) to their gas equivalent.
If you have a gas golf cart, then it's also important to consider the weight of fuel. The weight of fuel is about 6.3 (2.9 kg) pounds per gallon of gas. Fuel tanks on a golf cart can range from sizes of 7 to 12 gallons. When considering the weight of fuel, you can expect on average a full tank of gas to add 60 pounds (27 kg).
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For pulling golf carts, it's recommended to use a vehicle (truck or car) that can tow at least 1,500 pounds. This would be for towing a single golf cart and trailer. Of course you'll need a bit more torque and towing power if you plan on taking more than one with you, or if you've got a heavier enclosed trailer.
Make sure to check your vehicle's towing capacity. This can be found in your owner's manual or the manufacturer's website as your gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR).
13 Example Golf Cart Weights
The following chart features example golf cart weights of average model types ranging from the lightest to heaviest used on the green. Additional details can be found on the manufacturer's websites. Here's the golf cart weight chart:
Golf Cart Type | Golf Cart Model | Average Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|
Gas | Standard Club Car | 660 pounds (299 kg) |
Gas | Golf Cart with Dump Bed | 880 pounds (399 kg) |
Gas | Six Passenger Limo | 1,070 pounds (485 kg) |
Electric | Standard Club Car | 940 pounds (426 kg) |
Electric | Golf Cart with Dump Bed | 1,210 pounds (549 kg) |
Electric | Six Passenger Limo | 1,530 pounds (694 kg) |
Golf Cart Dry Weight vs Curb Weight
Most vehicles have two weights listed, the dry weight and curb weight. Dry weight refers to the weight of the vehicle without batteries or fuel. Curb weight will include the batteries or fuel.
It's typically recommended to use the curb weight when considering whether or not you can tow a specific golf cart since it represents the average maximum weight it could be.
To Conclude
When considering golf cart weight, it's important to make sure you do not exceed what you can tow. Otherwise it could have negative effects on your tow vehicle's transmission and engine. The information could also be useful to help determine what size trailer you need to transport your golf cart.