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T
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
The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Trailer Tow
Engine/Transmission
Package
3.6L/Automatic
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 Infor-
mation Placard.
Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions
Class
(M
T
W
AXIMUM
RAILER
EIGHT
GCWR
Yes
8,600 lb (3,900 kg)
No
6,500 lb (2,948 kg)
Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards
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)
ATINGS
Frontal Area
40 sq ft (3.72 sq m)
40 sq ft (3.72 sq m)
STARTING AND OPERATING
2,000 lb (907 kg)
3,500 lb (1,587 kg)
6,000 lb (2,721 kg)
10,000 lb (4,535 kg)
Maximum GTW
Maximum Trailer TW
3,600 lb (1,632 kg)
360 lb (163 kg)
1500 lb (680 kg)
149 lb (67 kg)
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