Realistic Tow Car

davidchristopherhook
davidchristopherhook Forum Participant Posts: 6
edited May 2021 in Towcars & Towing #1

We have just purchased a Swift Sprite Super Major 4SB at 1532kg.

I am looking at getting a Ford Kuga 2.0l 180PS to tow it.

I have done the comparison and it looks reasonable to tow the caravan, however what are peoples realistic thoughts on this. I think the comparison came out at 89%. I am a new tower.

Will I be safe towing the Kuga or realistically, do I need a bigger car?

Many Thanks

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  • commeyras
    commeyras Forum Participant Posts: 1,853
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    edited May 2021 #2

    Looks fine. the 80% is a guide rather than a rule.  It looks as though you will need Groups B+E on your licence as the total outfit weight may be over 3500kgs.  Watch the loading to ensure you keep within the plated MPTL of the caravan, a trip to the nearest weigh bridge would be useful when the caravan is fully loaded.  Check the nose weight, this is the max of either the car or the caravan, usually 100kgs but may be less and you should tow as near the max nose weight as possible.  If you have space in the car it is beneficial to put heavy stuff in the car eg awning.  

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