Towing Guide - Flipbook - Page 7
from that marked on the towbar, in
which case the lowest value is the limit
that must be observed.
towball height. Some 4x4 vehicles can
be exempt from this requirement.
You are advised to check with the 4x4
vehicle manufacturer.
Towball height
The height of the centre of the towball
should lie in the range of 350mm to
420mm above ground level when the
car is on level ground and laden. Most
manufacturers define this height with
the car at full load, which can mean the
towball will sit above this height range
at more normal loading conditions.
Note that for cars with dynamic ride
height adjustment, the suspension
must be at the normal running level
before taking a measurement of
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