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B-210 / B-200 Curtis System Operator Manual
MB-210-14
Hitch Release
Do not operate the hitch release lever while on a grade or while the vehicle is in motion.
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Decoupling a trailer while in motion may result in unexpected movement of the vehicle
and/or loss of control of the trailer.
Decoupling a trailer while on a grade will result in loss of control of the trailer.
The above actions may result in severe personal injury and/or property damage.
WARNING
The load capacity and towing capacity of a burden carrier cannot be combined. The towing
capacity is reduced as weight is added to the burden carrier. This weight includes the passengers
and optional equipment as well as the load on the deck.
The formula for calculating reduced towing capacity DBP is:
Reduced DBP = DBP - Vl * (DBP/Vc) where:
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Vc = Vehicle Rated Capacity
• DBP = Normal Draw Bar Pull specification
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Vl = Vehicle Load (includes passengers and options)
The weight that the vehicle can pull can be calculated based on the DBP. This capacity would be
for a single standard 4-wheel trailer with a front steer axle and includes the weight of the trailer.
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Level Surface: Towed Weight = DBP * 50
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Up a grade:
Towed Weight = DBP/(2 + %g) * 100 where %g = the percent of grade
