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RAILER
H
ITCH
C
LASSIFICATION
The following chart provides the industry standard for the maximum trailer weight a given trailer hitch class can tow and should be used to assist you
in selecting the correct trailer hitch for your intended towing condition.
T
RAILER
T
OWING
W
EIGHTS
(M
AXIMUM
T
RAILER
W
EIGHT
R
ATINGS
)
Trailer towing with the 6.4L or 6.2L Supercharged engine is not recommended.
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
6,000 lbs (2,722 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 (GTW) towable for your given
drivetrain.
All trailer hitches should be professionally installed on your vehicle.
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.
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