Trailer Hitch Classification; Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) - Chrysler 300 2021 Owner's Manual

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STARTING AND OPERATING
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H
C
RAILER
ITCH
LASSIFICATION
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.
Class I - Light Duty
Class II - Medium Duty
Class III - Heavy Duty
Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty
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.
T
T
W
RAILER
OWING
EIGHTS
Engine/Transmission
3.6L Automatic
5.7L Automatic
NOTE:
The trailer tongue weight must be considered as part of the combined weight of occupants and cargo, and it should never exceed the weight referenced
on the "Tire and Loading Information" placard Ú page 263.
Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class
(M
T
W
AXIMUM
RAILER
EIGHT
Frontal Area
22 sq ft (2.04 sq m)
32 sq ft (2.97 sq m)
Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds.
Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards
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)
ATINGS
Max. GTW (Gross Trailer Weight) Max. Tongue Weight (See Note)
1,000 lbs (454 kg)
1,000 lbs (454 kg)
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
3,500 lbs (1,587 kg)
6,000 lbs (2,722 kg)
10,000 lbs (4,535 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)

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