Towing

Recommended Towing Mass Values

This section provides recommended towing mass values for trailers, differentiating between braked and unbraked trailers, and also specifies the maximum load on the hitch for road and off-road conditions. For Australia, specific load limits on the hitch are also noted.

Maximum Permissible Trailer Weight:

• Trailers without brakes: 750 kg (1650 lbs)
• Trailers with overrun brakes: 3500 kg (7700 lbs)*
• Load on the hitch device: 150 kg (330 lbs)
• Load on the hitch device – Australia only: 350 kg (770 lbs)

*For vehicles with diesel engines in Algeria, Egypt, India, Libya, Morocco, Pakistan, and Tunisia, the maximum permissible trailer weight with overrun brakes is 1500 kg (3307 lbs).

For additional information on the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), towing weight, axle load, and maximum payload capacity, refer to section 247, MASS.

Note: When towing, the maximum permissible Gross Vehicle Weight may be exceeded by a maximum of 100 kg (220 lbs), provided the vehicle speed does not exceed 100 km/h (60 mph).

Note: When calculating the load on the rear axle, remember to include the load on the hitch device, cargo in the vehicle's luggage compartment, the weight of the roof rack, and the weight of rear passengers.

Connecting Trailer Electrical Equipment

Important: Connect only approved and functional electrical equipment to the trailer socket.

If the trailer's electrical system is connected and the vehicle's turn signals are operational, the trailer indicator will flash simultaneously with the vehicle's turn signals.

Towing a Trailer

Important Safety Information:

• Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of the vehicle or trailer. This can lead to accelerated wear and damage to the vehicle. It can also negatively affect vehicle stability and braking efficiency, potentially leading to loss of control and increased braking distance, resulting in a rollover or collision.
• To maintain handling and stability, use only Land Rover-approved towing equipment.
• Do not use the towing eyes or body mounting points for towing trailers. They are not designed for this purpose and may fail under load, causing injury or death.
• To prevent overheating of the gearbox (and clutch in manual transmission vehicles), it is not recommended to tow trailers with heavy loads at speeds below 32 km/h (21 mph) in the high range. Engage the low range gear.

Trailer Alignment

To maintain vehicle stability, the trailer should be loaded so that it is level with the ground. This is particularly important when towing twin-axle trailers.

Mandatory Checks Before Towing

• When calculating the towing weight, consider not only the weight of the cargo but also the weight of the trailer itself.
• If the load can be distributed between the vehicle and the trailer, increasing the vehicle's load generally improves stability.
• Do not exceed the vehicle's weight limits.
• Increase the tire pressure of the towing vehicle for maximum load conditions.
• Ensure the trailer's tire pressure is set according to the trailer manufacturer's recommendations.
• When loading the vehicle to its maximum permissible weight, the load on the hitch device is limited to 150 kg (330 lbs). Refer to section 247, MASS.
• If the hitch load needs to be increased to the maximum permissible value of 250 kg (550 lbs), the vehicle's load must be reduced accordingly. Under these conditions, the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight and the maximum rear axle load will not be exceeded.
• Use a suitable safety cable or additional coupling. Refer to the trailer manufacturer's instructions for information.
• Ensure the towing hitch coupling is securely fastened.
• Check the operation of the trailer lights.

Important Towing Precautions

Important: Do not loop the safety cable over the hitch ball – it may slip off.

Important: Do not exceed the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight, maximum rear axle load, maximum trailer weight, or hitch load. Exceeding any of these limits may lead to loss of stability and control.

For Australia only:

• Tire Pressure: Increase the tire pressure of the towing vehicle's rear wheels to the value recommended for the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight.
• Hitch Load: The load must be at least 7% of the trailer's total weight, but not more than 350 kg (722 lbs).
• Hitch Height: The height should be adjusted so that when the engine is running, the trailer, when connected to the towing vehicle, is level with the ground.

Storage of Tow Ball/Hitch Bar

Important: The tow ball/hitch bar are heavy, so handle them with care.

When the tow ball is locked in place, the locking lever may be ejected by a spring, so be careful not to get your fingers caught in the mechanism.

• 5-Seater Vehicles: The tow ball/hitch receiver is stored under the luggage compartment floor.
• 7-Seater Vehicles: The tow ball/hitch receiver is stored behind a cover in the left side of the luggage compartment.

Installing the Detachable Tow Ball

Step 1: Remove the protective cover from the tow ball hitch and store it in the designated compartment for the towing hitch equipment.

Step 2: To install the tow hitch, the green lock lever must be moved to the 'open' position.

Step 3: Insert the tow hitch into the bracket and push it upwards until it locks into place.

Step 4: The green lock lever should completely cover the red marker strip.

Step 5: Turn the key counter-clockwise to lock the tow hitch before towing and remove the key.

Detaching the Detachable Tow Ball

Detaching the tow ball is the reverse of the installation procedure.

Note: The key cannot be removed when detaching the tow ball hitch.

Installing the Detachable Hitch Receiver – Australia Only

Step 1: Remove the protective cover from the vehicle's bracket and store it in the designated location for the hitch receiver.

Step 2: The receiver can only be installed if the green lock lever is in the unlocked position.

Step 3: Insert the receiver into the vehicle's bracket and push upwards until it locks.

Step 4: The green lock lever should completely cover the red marker strip.

Step 5: Unfold the key and turn it counter-clockwise to lock the receiver, then insert the hitch bar. Remove the key and store it safely.

Removing the Detachable Hitch Receiver

Removing the hitch receiver is the reverse of the installation procedure.

Note: The key cannot be removed when detaching the hitch receiver.

Trailer Hitch Coupling – Australia Only

The optional trailer hitch receiver (hitch bar) is Class III. When selecting a hitch bar for the receiver, consider the following dimensions:

• A. Maximum recommended hitch bar length is 152 mm (6 inches).
• B. To achieve maximum ball mount height, it is recommended to use a hitch bar with a 25.4 mm (1 inch) rise.
• C. To achieve minimum ball mount height, it is recommended to use a hitch bar with a 60 mm (2 3/8 inch) rise.

For the latest information, contact your Land Rover dealer or technical center.

Tow Ball and Mounting Point Dimensions – Fixed Tow Ball

The following table provides dimensions for the fixed tow ball and mounting points. These dimensions apply to towing equipment officially approved by Land Rover.

Note: The specified dimensions apply to towing equipment officially approved by Land Rover.

Note: For Australia only: the optional hitch bar has fundamentally different dimensions and is classified as Class III. See page 86, TRAILER HITCH COUPLING – AUSTRALIA ONLY.

Tow Ball and Mounting Point Dimensions – Multi-Position Locking Plate

This section details the dimensions for the tow ball and mounting points for a multi-position locking plate.