Trailer And Tongue Weight - Dodge 2007 LX Magnum Owner's Manual

Engine/Transmission
5.7L Automatic with
trailer tow package
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
NOTE: The trailer tongue weight must be considered as
part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and
should never exceed the weight referenced on the "Tire
and Loading Information" placard. Refer to "Tire–Safety
Information" in this section.
Frontal Area
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)
40 SQ. FT. (3.72 square
meters)
Max. GTW (Gross Trailer
Wt.)
Up to 2 persons & Lug-
gage 3,800 lbs (1724 kg)
Up to 3 persons & Lug-
gage 3,000 lbs (1361 kg)
Up to 4 persons & Lug-
gage 1,500 lbs (680 kg)
Up to 5 persons & NO
Luggage 1,000 lbs (454 kg)

Trailer and Tongue Weight

Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) on the tow hitch of your
vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or heavier in the
rear can cause the trailer to sway severely side to side
which will cause loss of control of the vehicle and trailer.
Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the cause of
many trailer accidents.
STARTING AND OPERATING 275
Max. Tongue Wt.
380 lbs (172 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
150 lbs (68 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)
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