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totaldla
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Nov 07, 2016

Towing speed?

I'm wondering what speed most folks shoot for when towing a travel trailer? Highway towing on the flats that is.
  • IF I am using an Interstate then 65MPH regardless of posted MAX Speed Limit

    But usually travel secondary roads so speed is dependent on the road....55/62 mph

    My trailer tires are 75MPH rated....but who needs to drive that speed towing?
  • In hot weather 60mph. Cold weather 65mph. Keep an eye on tire temps. I use an infrared hand held unit to check temps when refuelling.
  • Between 60 And 65. Its a VACATION. If we are in a hurry, take the car and stay in hotel. Try and live by the 330 rule, 330 miles or stop at 3:30. Did I already say its a VACATION. :)
  • I'm a low 60's kind of guy. I keep to the right, leave reasonable following distance, and don't drive when very tired. Hard to believe how fast I've gotten old!
  • Depends on your trailer tires speed rating.
    Most ST tires are speed rated at 65 MPH.
    My LT tires are speed rated at 99MPH. So I tow what is reasionable and prudent.