Lmc exquisit vio

[richy773]

Hi I have inherited an lmc exquisit VIP 685 caravan i own a ssangyong saracen with a stage 2 plate can anyone tell me if I'm legally allowed to tow this rig in the uk
I have a C1+e license

 

[RogerL]

You have a conflict between the two VIN plates - they have different rear axle limits and towing limits.

You also need to check the external body length of the caravan - if it's over 7.00m it can't be towed in the UK by that towcar.

 

[richy773]

Hi, what vehicle would i need?

 

[birdman101]

You will usually find these used as statics and permanently left all year on sites. The so called travelling community usually tow them with pick up trucks that have rear wheel drive and double wheels each side at the rear, capable of handling unladen weight of 2200 kg minimum ,plus whatever is the loaded weight plate.You often see Builders with these with Diggers on trailers on tow.

 

[otherclive]

As its body length exceeds 7m (excluding A frame) I believe you would need a vehicle with a MAM exceeding 3500kg, IE a commercial vehicle. What did your relative use to tow it with? Also be aware that such outfits aren't welcome on many sites because they think the owners may be Travelers.

Towing with a car

Towing trailers, caravans and horseboxes with a car, including the weight and size limits, and what licence you need to have

www.gov.uk

 

[RogerL]

Hi, what vehicle would i need?

If it's over 7.00m body length, you need a truck 3501-7500 kg maximum weight to tow it in the UK - these days a number of larger motorhomes are in that weight category