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Opel

Opel Signum 2.0 Turbo
Avondale Dart 510-5

Avondale
Performance
Weight

The Opel Signum 2.0 Turbo with a Avondale Dart 510-5 with an actual weight of 1180 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Opel is in general good. And also the weight of the Avondale with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
247
189

Mountains
Risk of snaking
291
213

Weight ratio: 63% (70% of kerbweight) 1180 kg 1875 kg

Payloads

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Opel

Opel Signum 2.0 Turbo
Avondale Dart 510-5

Avondale

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Opel is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 63%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 70%.
  • The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 213 points.

If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.

Conclusion

  • Performance is good.
  • Safe driving is possible.
  • It's a perfect match!

 

Influence of User Payload on stability

Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.

Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.

More information

More detailed information and specifically calculated top speeds and performance of this outfit.


Specifications

Opel Signum 2.0 Turbo
2003-2008

Power
175 PS (129 kW)
Torque
265 Nm @ 2500 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Avondale Dart 510-5

Mass in Running Order (MIRO)
kg
Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM)
kg


User Reviews

peter Esberger reviewed a Opel Signum 2.0 Turbo:

"I towed with this combination for 400 miles last summer into scotland and back to the lake district and never had any trouble whatsoever. the only comment i would make would be that the signum is VERY thirsty when towing average 20mpg but has plenty of power and doesnt mind head wind"

See more Opel Signum reviews.

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