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Trailer and tongue weight, Trailer towing weights (maximum trailer, Weight ratings) – Dodge 2009 Challenger User 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/Transmission

Frontal Area

Max. GTW (Gross Trailer

Wt.)

Max. Tongue Wt.

3.5L Automatic

12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)

1,000 lbs (454 kg)

100 lbs (45 kg)

5.7L Automatic

12 sq ft (1.11 sq m)

1,000 lbs (454 kg)

100 lbs (45 kg)

Refer to local laws for maximum trailer towing speeds

Trailer and Tongue Weight

Always load a trailer with 60% to 65% of the weight in
the front of the trailer. This places 10% to 15% of the
Gross Trailer Weight (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 accidents.

Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on
your bumper or trailer hitch.

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