Outfit matching, step 1 what principles should I follow?
First check whether the laden weight of the Airstream is a match for the kerbweight of your proposed tow car. Look in the car handbook or on the car manufacturer’s website, or speak to your local dealer to check the kerbweight of the car. The Caravan Club in the UK recommend towing a caravan with an actual laden weight not greater than 85% of the kerbweight of the tow vehicle to achieve maximum control and stability. Towing a caravan with a laden weight greater than 100% of the kerbside weight of the towing vehicle is not recommended. So, to correctly match your EU Airstream to a tow vehicle, we advise using the lesser of the tow vehicle manufacturer’s recommended “tow rating”, or 85% (or up to 100% for experienced caravanners) of the tow vehicle’s kerbweight.
