Mercedes-Benz M-Class Operator's Manual page 459

Permissible trailer load, unbraked
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a
minimum gradient-climbing capability of
12% from a standstill)
Maximum drawbar noseweight (the
drawbar noseweight is not included in
the trailer load)
Permissible rear axle load when towing
a trailer
Permissible trailer load, unbraked
Permissible trailer load, braked (at a
minimum gradient-climbing capability of
12% from a standstill)
Maximum drawbar noseweight (the
drawbar noseweight is not included in
the trailer load)
Permissible rear axle load when towing
a trailer
The actual noseweight may not be higher than the value which is given. The value can be found
on the trailer tow hitch or trailer identification plates. The lowest weight applies.
The maximum permissible trailer drawbar noseweight is the maximum weight with which the
trailer drawbar can be loaded. Limit for Mercedes-Benz-approved trailer couplings.
Ball position
Ball position of the ball coupling
Trailer tow hitch
ML 350 BlueTEC 4MATIC
7198 lbs (3265 kg)
575 lbs (261 kg)
3637 lbs (1650 kg)
ML 63 AMG 4MATIC
6724 lbs (3050 kg)
309 lbs (140 kg)
3858 lbs (1750 kg)
When choosing a ball coupling, the
dimensions stated in the illustration must not
be exceeded.
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