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towed load

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towed load [′tōd ′lōd]
(mechanics)
The weight of a carriage, trailer, or other equipment towed by a prime mover.


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The long answer is, this practice is not authorized and must stop for the following reasons: * Per the operator's manual for the M35A2- and M35A3-series 21/2-ton trucks, WP 0002 00-9 in TM 9-2320-361-10 and Page 1-13 in TM 9-2320-386-10, the maximum towed load for the truck's pintle hook is 6,000 pounds.
Aim for a towed load that is 85% of the car's kerb weight (KW).
Car and caravan weight ratio Ideally the towed load (ie caravan and contents weight) should be around 85% of the towing car's curb weight.
 
 
 
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