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Vanmaster, Unit 5 Stone House Road, Martland Park, Wigan WN5 0LE
www.vanmaster.net | [email protected]
Objectives
The code’s objectives are:
a)
To provide simple, easily understood advice on the safe matching
of towing vehicles to caravans.
b)
To make recommendations on the selection of the ratio of caravan
weight so that safe towing may be achieved under varying road
conditions.
c)
To give advice on the engine size and power required for
satisfactory towing both for the ability to restart on gradients and
to maintain a reasonable speed relative to the traffic flow on
various types of road.
d)
To set the factors the caravan user needs to take into account
before towing a caravan.
Definitions of Code Terms
The Caravan:
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass:
(Maximum Authorised Weight)
As stated by caravan manufacturer (Vanmaster Caravans). This should not
be exceeded. This mass takes into account specific operating conditions
such as, the strength of materials, loading capacity of tyres etc.
Mass in Running Order.
(Ex Works Weight inclusive of manufacturers tolerances)
Vanmasters stated weight, as new, with standard fixtures and fittings.
