Trailer and tongue weight, Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer, Weight ratings) – Ram Trucks 2015 Chassis Cab Commercial - Owner Manual User Manual

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Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight
Ratings)

NOTE:

For additional trailer towing information (maxi-

mum trailer weight ratings) refer to the following website

addresses:

Trailer And Tongue Weight

Always load a trailer with 60% of the weight in the front

of the trailer. This places 10% of the GTW on the tow

hitch of your vehicle. Loads balanced over the wheels or

heavier in the rear can cause the trailer to sway severely

side to side which will cause loss of control of the vehicle

and trailer. Failure to load trailers heavier in front is the

cause of many trailer collisions. Never exceed the maxi-

mum tongue weight stamped on your trailer hitch.

Consider the following items when computing the

weight on the rear axle of the vehicle:
• The tongue weight of the trailer
• The weight of any other type of cargo or equipment

put in or on your vehicle

• The weight of the driver and all passengers

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