Complete guide to heavy towing (GVM, GCM & ATM explained) | Auto Expert John Cadogan

This is the complete guide to heavy towing with a 4X4 wagon like a Landcruiser or a 4X4 ute like a Ranger.

Click here to save thousands on any new car (Australia only): https://autoexpert.com.au/contact

Did you like this report? You can help support the channel, securely via PayPal:

https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr...

In this report: The definitions and what they mean:

Tare weight
Kerb weight
GVM - gross vehicle mass
ATM - aggregate trailer mass
Towball download
GCM - gross combination mass
Payload capacity

I also discuss the towing 'arms race' in which people think it's OK to tow a 3500kg trailer with a vehicle that weights 2500kg (ish) - and this is often a very bad idea, in my view.

I'll talk you through the payload limitations in the common vehicles and also discuss how you can actually measure your critical weights using a public weighbridge, to ensure you're not driving overloaded - which has important safety, legal and insurance implications.

Also discussed: GVM upgrades and warranty, and the effect of adding accessories on your payload capacity.

Toyota heavy towing guide: https://toyotamanuals.com.au/images/t...

Pedders GVM upgrade details: https://www.pedders.com.au/kits/gvm-u...

Zone RV $190k off-road van: https://www.zonerv.com.au/summit-series/