SELECTING THE RIGHT TRUCK FOR TRAILERING
When it comes to trailer towing, all vehicles are not created equal. It’s important to select the right vehicle with the proper equipment for the job.
Before you can select the right tow vehicle, you need to define your trailering requirements, including the trailer type, its loaded weight, and the way it will be used.
ENGINE AVAILABILITY
Trailer towing requires an engine with enough muscle to get a load rolling, move it smoothly into traffic, and blend with the flow at cruising speeds.
TRANSMISSIONS
Transmissions provide various gear ratios that allow for higher engine RPMs relative to road speed, and they also multiply the engine’s torque to provide the pulling power needed to reach cruising speeds.
REAR AXLE RATIOS
Higher axle ratios increase engine speed relative to road speed, resulting in increased horsepower and torque multiplication, producing greater towing power.
WEIGHTS AND HITCHES
Overloading of tow vehicles and trailers compromises safety and can result in vehicle failure. An understanding of weights, including dry trailer weight, loaded trailer weight, maximum trailer weight rating, and gross vehicle weight rating, is essential for proper vehicle selection and to prevent overloading.
Manual:
Download: 2002 GMC TRUCKS Trailering Guide
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