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jross636
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Mar 10, 2020

2012 Yukon XL Towing 30Ft

I was hoping someone could help me out. I know this topic has been beat to death regarding weight however I do not think I am concerned about the weight more the length. I have a 2008 R-Vision Trail-Sport TS29BHSS. Dimensions Length 32.33 ft. (388 in.)
Width 8 ft. (96 in.)
Height 9.75 ft. (117 in.)
Dry Weight 4,166 lbs.
Payload Capacity,796 lbs.
GVWR5,962 lbs.
Hitch Weight 362 lbs.

With the specs listed above do you think I will have a hard time towing with either a 2012 Yukon XL with Heavy Duty Tow Package or a 2013 Yukon XL Denali?
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  • APT's avatar
    APT
    Explorer
    Mar 11, 2020
    Why do people think the length is too long? My TT is 32' without the rear rack extended and I tow with a same generation Suburban. People have been using GM SUVs to tow 38' TTs, although most are 3/4 tons.

    My opinion is go for it. That sould be well under all your weight limits unless you have a football team's defensive line. Get a WDH with integrated sway control and learn how to adjust it. Flush all your fluids. Happy camping!
  • trail-explorer's avatar
    trail-explorer
    Explorer
    Mar 11, 2020
    agesilaus wrote:
    That trailer is so much longer than the SUV I would not do it. It's usually called the tail wagging the dog situation.


    Wait, what?!?

    How many trailers are on the road where they are much longer than the truck? Does that make them unsafe too?

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