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Opel Omega 2.2
Avondale Dart 556-6

Avondale
Performance
Weight

The Opel Omega 2.2 with a Avondale Dart 556-6 with an actual weight of 1245 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 more than sufficient. 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
217
137

Mountains
Risk of snaking
230
190

Weight ratio: 68% (76% of kerbweight) 1245 kg 1830 kg

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Opel

Opel Omega 2.2
Avondale Dart 556-6

Avondale

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Opel is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
  • The car is too heavily loaded.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 68%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
  • The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
  • Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 190 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 more than sufficient.
  • 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 Omega 2.2
1999-2003

Power
144 PS (106 kW)
Torque
205 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Avondale Dart 556-6

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


User Reviews

jartsa reviewed a Opel Omega 2.2 :

"I have been towing with Opel Omega - 2.2 16v [C.R.] for 3 years Kabe Ametist Kingsize GLE.My average fuel consumption 13.8 l/100 km inclueding motorways over the alps in germany,italy and austria.It is a very good tow car and I can recommend this car for towing
"

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