Cadillac Escalade: Weight of the Trailering Combination - Trailer Towing - Towing - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Weight of the Trailering Combination

It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings — GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Trailer Weight Rating or Tongue Weight. The only way to be sure it is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailer combination, fully loaded for the trip, getting individual weights for each of these items.

    Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
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    Essential towing checks
    • When calculating the laden weight of the trailer, remember to include the weight of the trailer, plus the weight of the load. • If the load can be divided between the vehicle and trailer ...