2010 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 436

Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be? It depends on how the rig is used. Speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See "Weight of the Trailer Tongue" later in this section for more information. Vehicle Escalade 2WD 6.2L V8 Trailer weight rating (TWR) is calculated assuming the tow vehicle has only the driver but all required trailering equipment. Weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the trailer weight rating. Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 3.42 8,300 lbs (3 765 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade AWD 6.2L V8 3.42 8,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV 2WD 6.2L V8 3.42 7,600 lbs (3 447 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV AWD 6.2L V8 3.42 7,800 lbs (3 538 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded. Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices on page 9‑6 for more information. 6-44