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Section 8
TRAILERING AND LAUNCHING
Before using the trailer, review Safety in Section 2.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS
The following information is intended as a basic guideline only. See the Trailer
Operator’s Manual for information on operation, adjustments and maintenance.
Before using the trailer, contact your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (and that
of other states through which you may be traveling) for information on trailering
regulations. Trailer regulations vary widely from state to state, and it is your
responsibility to be in compliance with all regulations when trailering the boat.
Regulations include, but are not limited to, trailer registration, licensing, width,
height, length, lights, safety chains, tie-downs, hitch type, weight capacity, brakes,
spare wheels, vehicle mirrors and gross vehicle weight.
TRAILER CLASSIFICATION
Trailers are separated into four classes based on the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR):
TRAILER TYPE
Trailers are designed for many applications and can vary in style. To prevent
damage to the boat and/or personal injury, always use the appropriate trailer for
proper support of the boat. Contact the dealer for more information.
TRAILER CLASS GVWR
Class One under 2000 lb (907 kg)
Class Two
over 2000 lb (907 kg) and under
3500 lb (1588 kg)
Class Three
over 3500 lb (1588 kg) and under
5000 lb (2268 kg)
Class Four over 5000 lb (2268 kg)
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