Mercedes ML270CDI -Tow weight/ballweight
Submitted: Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 19:35
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I think I read in the handbook that the tow rating is 3365kgs - with a ball weight of 135kgs?
The Hayman Reese tow bar fitted is stamped 2650kgs and I cannot clearly read the max ball weight - can anyone help?
Thanks
Reply By: Notso - Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 19:45
Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 19:45
I would be surprised if it was only 135 ball weight,
Most of the manufacturers make it 10% of the towing capacity as a van tows best with around 10% sitting on the towbal.
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Follow Up By: Saharaman (aka Geepeem) - Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 21:02
Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 21:02
Yes I agree with Notso.
It would have to be more than 135kg.
My old 60 series is rated at 350kg towball weight.
Cheers,Glen
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Follow Up By: Nomadic Navara - Wednesday, Apr 30, 2008 at 00:24
Wednesday, Apr 30, 2008 at 00:24
The 10% rule does not follow as a matter of course on European vehicles. Remember the Disco series 1 had a 4t low capacity with a 150kg ball weight.
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Reply By: Member - Phil G (SA) - Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 21:36
Tuesday, Apr 29, 2008 at 21:36
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The ball weight for the same towbar as yours was quoted as 225Kg.
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