2021 Outback & Mini Max
Hi to all, new member and (hopefully) soon to be new camper owner. I don't actually own a camper yet, doing research and coming up with some conflicting advice for what I can/can't tow. Needing so...
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RinconRick wrote:
Thank you ktmrfs...appreciate the information, lots to digest!
The empty weight of the camper I'm interested in (the Mini Max) is actually 1,991 pounds. 2,900 is the gross weight allowed (sorry if I didn't get that right). Does this change anything in your mind, or should I still figure out a way to downsize?
Thanks very much again.
the empty weight and tongue weight now make more sense. closer to the expected 12-15%.
A lot depends on where you go, how often you go and how long the drive is. IMHO your still pushing the limit for the outback, especially if it has a CVT transmission that is common on many outbacks. Short trips on flat ground, may not be much of an issue. Many hills or mountain climbs with a CVT AND a trailer in tow, near the combined weight limit you (and the car) may not do well.
do a web search on CVT transmission and you may see what some of the limitations are.
