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Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi
Bailey Pegasus GT65 Verona

Bailey
Performance
Weight

The Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi with a Bailey Pegasus GT65 Verona with an actual weight of 1448 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.

The motor preformance of the Ford is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (158 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
220
212

Mountains
Risk of snaking
235
157

Weight ratio: 75% (83% of kerbweight) 1448 kg 1943 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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Ford

Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi
Bailey Pegasus GT65 Verona

Bailey

Actual Weights

Performance

 

Weight

  • The towing limit of the Ford 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 75%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 83%.
  • 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 157 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

Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi
2006-2010

Power
140 PS (103 kW)
Torque
320 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Bailey Pegasus GT65 Verona

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


User Reviews

Simon Abernethy reviewed a Ford S-Max 2.0 TDCi:

"Had our first trip out with our new Bailey senator Carolina. The caravan or car were not fully laden but, the car pulled like a dream. More surprisingly, it was great for stop start in traffic jams, it even pulled away great on a hill start. Like other reviewers have said, put the cruise control on and point and go. Can't wait for our next trip out. "

See more Ford S-Max reviews.

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