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Fiat Ulysse 2.2 16v JTD
Hobby Excellent 540 UK

Hobby
Performance
Weight

The Fiat Ulysse 2.2 16v JTD with a Hobby Excellent 540 UK with an actual weight of 1500 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Fiat is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Hobby with a User Payload (183 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is not too heavy, if the caravan is well loaded.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
223
221

Mountains
Risk of snaking
231
150

Weight ratio: 76% (84% of kerbweight) 1500 kg 1983 kg

Payloads

The User Payload in the car (including all passengers) and in the caravan is:

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Caravan




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Fiat

Fiat Ulysse 2.2 16v JTD
Hobby Excellent 540 UK

Hobby

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Fiat 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 (or B96) driving license.
  • Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 76%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 84%.
  • 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 80 kg.
  • Safe speed up to 56 mph (90 km/h).
  • Stability and safety score to compare is 150 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.

More information

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


Specifications

Fiat Ulysse 2.2 16v JTD
2002-2004

Power
128 PS (94 kW)
Torque
314 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Hobby Excellent 540 UK

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


User Reviews

Peter Plymouth reviewed a Fiat Ulysse 2.2 16v JTD:

"Can find no fault when towing with the Ulysse - had this unit for 2 years. Confident that the combination will work in all situations.
Good for motorway cruising and excellent power in reserve for any hillstart.
Only downside, economy isnt high at about 22 mpg. Otherwise, I would agree with the perfect rating."

See more Fiat Ulysse reviews.

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