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Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi aut.
Bailey Senator California

Bailey
Performance
Weight

The Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi aut. with a Bailey Senator California with an actual weight of 1459 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 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 pretty good.

Flat roads
Towing Performance
243
282

Mountains
Risk of snaking
289
156

Weight ratio: 75% (83% of kerbweight) 1459 kg 1955 kg

Payloads

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Ford

Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi aut.
Bailey Senator California

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 156 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.
  • 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 Galaxy 2.0 TDCi aut.
2015-2019

Power
180 PS (132 kW)
Torque
400 Nm @ 2000 rpm
Kerbweight
kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
kg
Towing limit
kg
Towball limit
kg
Gross Train Weight (GTW)
kg

Bailey Senator California

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


User Reviews

Jon reviewed a Ford Galaxy 2.0 TDCi aut.:

"I had a previous galaxy which was amazing to tow although we did have some difficulties with the gearbox we decided to go for another Galaxy Titanium X 2.0 Diesel with a factory fitted dedicated towbar.

From day 1 to now 2 year on, this has been a match from heaven and perfect on every front, as a unit the combination delivered pretty good fuel economy and a very stable and comfortable drive, I cannot think of any time when I had worries or concerns while towing.

The advantage of having a dedicated electrics towbar is that it is fitted before delivery and fully programmed which, in my opinion, provides a safe and comfortable combination especially as the van has ATC fitted. Do make sure that the aux pin is connected when you as for the complete fit of the towbar.

I echo other reviews of this combination it is probably the best match and combination I have ever had, so much so my wife has taken to towing on short and long journeys which gives the added advantage of avoiding becoming tired and needing to take an unscheduled stop for safety.

It was such a pleasure to drive that often when stopping for refreshments or call of nature if I left the drivers seat it was commandeered by the wife before I got back.

The one thing I wish Ford would provide given the perfection of this car for towing a caravan, an option on the sat-nav for an upgrade to allow input of towing combinations (Height, Width etc.) to avoid the need to double check a route and avoid being taken along an unsuitable road. My guess is that this can only be a software review and not a major change but I'm not a techy!

Give the Ford Galaxy a serious consideration if your looking for a tow car, it has the added advantage of cavernous luggage space, 7 adult size seats with multiple options, our next change is going to be the same without doubt.

Bailey Senator California has been a great van, the problems have always been getting help from Bailey, warranty and service issues and crazy price of spares. I am pretty sure our next will not be a Bailey, any suggestions?

Enjoy your free time, I am into retirement now so we are replacing our van and going to see a lot more countryside.
"

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