 | Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI BlueEFF aut.
Bailey Pegasus GT65 Genova |  |
 Performance | | Weight |
The Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI BlueEFF aut. with a Bailey Pegasus GT65 Genova with an actual weight of 1286 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 very good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (127 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
253
303
Mountains
Risk of snaking
314
185
Weight ratio: 70% (80% of kerbweight)
1286 kg
1835 kg
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| Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI BlueEFF aut.
Bailey Pegasus GT65 Genova | |
Actual Weights
- Bailey Pegasus GT65 Genova: 1286 kg.
- Mercedes-Benz C 220 CDI BlueEFF aut.: 1835 kg.
- Noseweight: 75 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 70%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally very good on flat roads (performance score to compare 253 points).
- Speeds of 78 mph (126 km/h) to 83 mph (134 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is a lot of power at low engine speeds (score to compare 303 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 14.7 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 314 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 25%.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (2200 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 70 mph (113 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, a B driving license is enough.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 70%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 80%.
- The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
- Recommended noseweight is 75 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 very 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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