Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) - Jeep Grand Cherokee 2011 Owner's Manual

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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)

The following chart provides the maximum trailer weight ratings towable for your given drivetrain.
Engine/Model Model
3.6L 4x2
3.6L 4x4
5.7L 4x2
5.7L 4x4
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 "Starting and Operating" for further information. The addition of passengers
and cargo may require reducing trailer tongue load and Gross Trailer Weight (GTW). Redistributing cargo
(to the trailer) may be necessary to avoid exceeding Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of 3,700 lbs
(1 678 kg).
GCWR (Gross Com-
bined Wt. Rating)
8,900 lbs (4 037 kg)
8,900 lbs (4 037 kg)
13,100 lbs (5 942 kg)
13,100 lbs (5 942 kg)
Frontal Area
(Gross Trailer Wt.)
40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
40 sq ft (3.72 sq m) 5,000 lbs (2 268 kg)
60 sq ft (5.57 sq m) 7,400 lbs (3 357 kg)
60 sq ft (5.57 sq m) 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg)
Max. GTW Max. Trailer
Tongue Wt.
(See Note)
500 lbs (227 kg)
500 lbs (227 kg)
740 lbs (336 kg)
720 lbs (327 kg)