Trailer and tongue weight, Trailer towing weights, Maximum trailer weight ratings) – Dodge 2012 Challenger - Owner Manual 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.

3.6L 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 collisions.
Never exceed the maximum tongue weight stamped on

your bumper or trailer hitch.

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