Trailer Hitch Classification - Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT8 2012 Owner's Manual

Trailer Hitch Classification

The following chart provides the industry standard for
the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can
tow and should be used to assist you in selecting the
correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
Refer to the Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer
Weight Ratings) chart for the Max. GTW towable for your
given drivetrain.
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Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry
Class I - Light Duty
Class II - Medium
Duty
Class III - Heavy Duty
Class IV - Extra
Heavy Duty
Fifth Wheel/
Gooseneck
Refer to the "Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum
Trailer Weight Ratings)" chart for the Maximum
Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) towable for your given
drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on
your vehicle.
Standards
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
3,500 lbs (1 587 kg)
5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
10,000 lbs (4 540 kg)
Greater than 10,000 lbs
(4 540 kg)
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