 | Ford Transit Connect 1.5 TDCi 75
Caravan as an example |  |
Advice with maximum weight
We do not recommend towing a caravan that is heavier than 1200 kg kg with this Ford.
In this advice we assume an average caravan with a weight of 1200 kg. Remember that the exact performance depends on the chosen caravan and that air resistance and dimensions have an influence.
 Performance | |  Weight |
The maximum train weight is exceeded by 72 kg!The Ford Transit Connect 1.5 TDCi 75 with a Caravan as an example with an actual weight of 1200 kg is a match suitable for most journeys, sometimes with some limitations.
The motor preformance of the Ford is in general just sufficient. And also the weight of the Caravan 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
134
139
Mountains
Risk of snaking
93
192
Weight ratio: 68% (77% of kerbweight)
1200 kg
1752 kg
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| Ford Transit Connect 1.5 TDCi 75
Caravan as an example | |
Actual Weights
- Caravan as an example: 1200 kg.
- Ford Transit Connect 1.5 TDCi 75: 1752 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 68%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally sufficient on flat roads (performance score to compare 134 points).
- Speeds of 61 mph (99 km/h) to 68 mph (110 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 139 points).
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 35.5 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally (very) moderate (score to compare 93 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads but the performance is not that great. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 10%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
- A speed of 47 mph (76 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The maximum train weight is exceeded by 72 kg (check this in your vehicle documents).
- If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, you will need a B+E (or B96) driving license.
- 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 77%.
- 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 192 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 just sufficient.
- Safe driving is possible.
- It's a good match, sometimes with some limitations.
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.
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