Towing
Towing
RECOMMENDED TOWING WEIGHTS
Maximum permissible towing weights
Unbraked trailers
On-road
Off-road
750kg (1650lb)
1800kg (3968lb)
150kg (330lb)
750kg (1650lb)
Trailers with overrun/electric brakes
Nose weight
750kg (1650lb)
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See 197, WEIGHTS, for details of the Gross
Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross train weight
(GTW), axle weights and maximum payload.
TRAILER LEVELLING
To maintain vehicle stability, it is essential that
the trailer is loaded so that it remains parallel to
the ground. This is particularly important when
towing twin axled trailers.
Europe only:
When towing, the maximum permissible Gross
Vehicle Weight can be increased by a
ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
maximum of 100kg (220lb) provided that the
road speed is limited to 97km/h (60mph).
Do not loop the breakaway cable over
the tow ball as it may slide off.
Note: When calculating rear axle loading,
remember that the trailer nose weight, the load
in the vehicle's luggage area, weight on the
roof rack, and the weight of rear seat
Do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight (GVW), maximum rear axle
weight, maximum trailer weight, or
nose weight. Exceeding any of these
limits could cause instability and loss
of control.
passengers must all be added together.
TOWING A TRAILER
Never exceed the maximum weights
for either the vehicle, or the trailer.
Doing so can cause accelerated wear
and damage to the vehicle. It can also
adversely affect vehicle stability and
braking which in turn can lead to loss
of control and increased braking
distance, resulting in a rollover or
crash.
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When calculating the laden weight of the
trailer, remember to include the weight of
the trailer, plus the weight of the load.
If the load can be divided between the
vehicle and trailer, loading more weight
into the vehicle will generally improve
stability. Do not exceed the vehicle's
weight limits.
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Ensure trailer tyre pressures are set to
trailer manufacturer's recommendations.
To preserve handling and stability,
only fit Land Rover approved towing
accessories.
If the vehicle is loaded to maximum Gross
Vehicle Weight (GVW) the nose weight is
limited to 150kg (330lbs). See 197,
WEIGHTS.
Never use towing eyes or lashing
points to tow a trailer. They have not
been designed for this purpose and
doing so may cause them to fail,
resulting in injury or death.
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