hi guys whats the limit i can tow with one of these as im hoping to pull a race shuttle 3 with an escort cosworth in it am i safe

3.5 tonnes. The maximum nose weight is 150kg I think.

If you're going to be doing a lot of towing then you might be better with the heavy duty tow bar setup. 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
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http://www.towcar.info/advise_2.php?merk=L...;periode=0

This is a good guide  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

The "85% rule" is a Caravan Club recommendation for single axle caravans rather than twin axle utility trailers isn't it? 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
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For occasional towing, the QR one will be fine.

However, if it is likely to become a fairly regular thing, then a stronger Mutli Height one would be better.

I have seen the QR towbar used for pulling 3.5 tonnes, all day every day, and they end up wearing away the chassis crossmember, and in extreme cases, the towbar can fall out

Not surprised D_M, the QR ball does have a tiny bit of play so I could see that continued movement in use would be quite damaging. If and when SWMBO gets her horse to the stage where we're taking it out on a regular basis in the trailer, I shall be having the multi height bar fitted. 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
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It happens more often than you would think

The 85% guide is a safety recommendation and if you are a novice worth considering for any trailer

More experienced drivers can tow more but it is not wise to exceed 100%

It is very easy to get complacent with a big 4x4 towing but in an emergency a big heavy trailer will win - many posts on caravan forum with pics of 4x4s on their side still attached to caravans. No reason why a car trailer shouldn't be just as dangerous  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

i only tow this trailer maybe 10 times a yr

Muddy, I'm not knocking your post or disagreeing with your basic position.

Just letting the OP know that his vehicle and its tow bar are rated to 3500kg. As with all things, care must be taken when using the vehicle's full capabilities. 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
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I get that and never crossed my mind  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

 2012 SDV6 - it's missing a couple of cylinders
2008 TDV8 - it was a labour of love and is much missed

In Aust our RRS are rated to tow 3500kg with a max tow ball weight of 350kg. Our cars don't have any problem towing at these weights for extended periods but as the UK tow bar is considered inadequate for our needs LR Aust provides a different two part bar that is fitted into the standard fitting in the rear cross member.

Our caravans tend to be more heavily constructed than those of the UK to cope with offroad conditions, hence the heavier tow ball rating of our cars. The general guidelines we follow is to have about 10% of the van weight on the tow ball - can be lower for dual wheel setups.

The "plow" has had some failures where it had hit rocks etc due to its low ground clearance and fatigue cracks have developed. There have some cases where the arrangement has fallen out of the cross member but these are more likely due to operator error.

There are aftermarket hitches where the tow weight is mainly taken on the rear recovery point and these do not suffer the ground clearance issue.

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If only the Mitch Hitch was allowed in the UK....we have some here in the UAE....best for towing, recovery points etc.....but the UK is wuss on such things. Ra-Ro Sport Super Dooper Charged.
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