 | Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.
Sterling Eccles SE Amethyst |  |
 Performance | | Weight |
The Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut. with a Sterling Eccles SE Amethyst with an actual weight of 1759 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Mercedes-Benz is in general good. And also the weight of the Sterling 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
243
281
Mountains
Risk of snaking
270
181
Weight ratio: 71% (77% of kerbweight)
1759 kg
2475 kg
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| Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.
Sterling Eccles SE Amethyst | |
Actual Weights
- Sterling Eccles SE Amethyst: 1759 kg.
- Mercedes-Benz ML 270 CDI aut.: 2475 kg.
- Noseweight: 95 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 71%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 243 points).
- Speeds of 79 mph (127 km/h) to 84 mph (136 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 281 points).
- Higher revs (1600 rpm) are usually not necessary on flat roads, under most circumstances.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 19.8 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 270 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 17%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2600 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 66 mph (107 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Mercedes-Benz 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.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 71%. 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 95 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 181 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 good.
- 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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