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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.
Swift Challenger 620

Swift
Performance
Weight

The Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut. with a Swift Challenger 620 with an actual weight of 1774 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Mercedes-Benz is in general good. And also the weight of the Swift with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
245
288

Mountains
Risk of snaking
274
162

Weight ratio: 72% (78% of kerbweight) 1774 kg 2475 kg

Payloads

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Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.
Swift Challenger 620

Swift

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Mercedes-Benz is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 72%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 78%.
  • There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
  • Recommended noseweight is 95 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 162 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.
  • If the caravan is well loaded 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

Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.
1999-2005

Power
163 PS (120 kW)
Torque
400 Nm @ 1800 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Swift Challenger 620

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


User Reviews

John reviewed a Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.:

"Great towcar stress free towing, never struggles even with 4 adults, 2 kids,3 bikes and 3 kayaks on the roof, wish I could aford a new one."

See more Mercedes-Benz ML reviews.

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