Originally Posted by
markk
the GT weights on a peugeot 406 will not be enough to tow a sierra and a suitable trailer for that vehicle - trust me.
and do not be confused with land/range rover, if you look at the classification for these vehicles they are classes as 'dual purpose' and are the only vehicles that can tow more than there own weight legally, no other vehicles (cars or light comms) can do that.
so like i said, (and thanks for the quote) after 1997 no trailor allowance till you have passed your test WITH TRAILER.
I dont know what ur basing ur information on. I actually spoke to someone at the DVLA, and asked them to clarifiy exactly what the rules are.
And a post 1997 driver, can have a mass weight of vehicle and trailer of up to 3.5 tons.
if his 406 is 1500kg, then hes allowed to pull a trailer weighing 1450kg.
yes in practice it may not be a good combination, but in theory and keeping with in the rules he can pull 1450.
I dont know what u mean buy rangerover? i have a landrover 110. it is a hi capacity pickup, and is classed as an agricultural vehicle.
Originally Posted by
Fudgey
ok im really confused now
the trailer i use IS braked, and DOESNT have a winch, so that saves some weight.
where the hell can i get the 406 weighed, and next time i have the car and trailer on ill see about getting the lot weighed. and do you have to pay to have it all weighed?
i have used this combo several times now, and done about 2k miles while towing in total i guess and never had a problem with the brakes etc.
if u have a local quarry/ sand pit near you or a scrap yard. just call them up and ask if u can use their weigh bridge. Most will be happy if u give them a drink for their troubles.
if u can go to a quarry, they will be able to print out a pink ticket, showing the weight and it will also have the vehicle reg on it! i.e evidence of weight.