Caravan Nose Weight Calculator | Ensure Safe Towing Limits

UK caravan nose weight calculator for safe towing. Enter your vehicle's towball limit and caravan weight (actual loaded weight or MTPLM) to get precise nose weight recommendations following UK safety guidelines. Calculate the ideal 5-7% range to prevent dangerous snaking, ensure optimal stability, and maintain legal compliance while towing.

Disclaimer:

This calculator provides estimated nose weight recommendations based on UK towing safety guidelines (5%-7% of caravan weight). The tool allows you to use either your caravan's actual loaded weight or Maximum Technically Permissible Laden Mass (MTPLM), with actual weight providing more accurate results. While this tool is designed to assist in promoting safer towing practices, it does not account for every factor that may influence safe towing. Therefore, users should always refer to their vehicle and caravan manufacturer's specifications to confirm maximum tow weight and towball limits.

The results provided by this tool are for guidance only and should not be relied upon exclusively for determining safe towing limits. Incorrect weight distribution, improper loading of the caravan, or any other modifications to the vehicle or trailer may result in towing instability, excessive wear, or damage to the towing equipment.

Important Notes:

This tool does not replace professional advice. If you are unsure about the towing capacity or towball limit of your vehicle, consult a certified professional or your vehicle's manufacturer.
The towball limit you enter must be based on the lowest of your vehicle's towbar rating, vehicle manufacturer's limit, and hitch coupling capacity.
Always use a proper nose weight gauge for actual measurements. While bathroom scales can work with careful technique, a dedicated gauge provides the most accurate results.
We expressly disclaim any liability for any loss, damage, or injury arising from the use of this tool, including but not limited to any inaccuracies in the results, whether due to user error or otherwise.
The tool relies on data entered by the user, and the accuracy of the results depends entirely on the validity of the information provided. The creator of this tool cannot verify the correctness of the data entered and is not responsible for any incorrect entries.
The tool assumes that users are aware of and comply with all legal and safety requirements related to towing, including UK laws and regulations.

By using this calculator, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for your towing setup and any potential consequences arising from its use. The creator of this tool accepts no liability for any loss, damage, or injury resulting from the use of the information provided by this calculator.