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Trailer Hitch Classification Trailer Hitch Classification Definitions Class Max. Trailer Hitch Industry Standards Class I - Light Duty 2,000 lbs (907 kg) Class II - Medium Duty 3,500 lbs (1,587 kg) Class III - Heavy Duty 5,000 lbs (2,267 kg) Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty 10,000 lbs (4,535 kg) Refer to the “Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings)” chart for the Maximum Gross Trailer Weight Trailer Towing Weights (Maximum Trailer Weight Ratings) 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 towing with the 6.4L engine is not recommended. 6 STARTING AND OPERATING 269 |