 | Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 HDI 16v
Bailey Ranger 500/5 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 HDI 16v with a Bailey Ranger 500/5 with an actual weight of 1244 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Peugeot is in general fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey 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
229
211
Mountains
Risk of snaking
262
192
Weight ratio: 67% (76% of kerbweight)
1244 kg
1860 kg
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| Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 HDI 16v
Bailey Ranger 500/5 | |
Actual Weights
- Bailey Ranger 500/5: 1244 kg.
- Peugeot 407 SW 2.0 HDI 16v: 1860 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 67%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 229 points).
- Speeds of 74 mph (120 km/h) to 80 mph (129 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is more than enough power at low engine speeds (score to compare 211 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 18.3 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 262 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 18%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2700 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 65 mph (105 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Peugeot is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
- If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 67%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
- 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 fairly 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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