 | Nissan Patrol 3.0 TDS
Elddis Crusader Cyclone |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Nissan Patrol 3.0 TDS with a Elddis Crusader Cyclone with an actual weight of 1762 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Nissan is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Elddis with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
217
229
Mountains
Risk of snaking
206
185
Weight ratio: 66% (72% of kerbweight)
1762 kg
2655 kg
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| Nissan Patrol 3.0 TDS
Elddis Crusader Cyclone | |
Actual Weights
- Elddis Crusader Cyclone: 1762 kg.
- Nissan Patrol 3.0 TDS: 2655 kg.
- Noseweight: 95 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 66%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 217 points).
- Speeds of 76 mph (122 km/h) to 81 mph (131 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 229 points).
- Slightly higher revs (1700 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 25.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally good (score to compare 206 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 13%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (3200 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 60 mph (97 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Nissan 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.
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 66%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 72%.
- 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 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 185 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 fairly 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.
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