What vehicles can I use to tow the 2008 Flagstaff 23?

• There are a number of factors that must be considered when choosing a tow vehicle, ute, pickup or cab chassis for a Flagstaff 23 fifth wheel

• Sufficient torque – a petrol or diesel engine with a recommended minimum 300 nm of torque

• Minimum of 2800 kg towing capacity

• Gross C0ombined Mass (GCM) of the towing vehicle must be greater than the laden weight of the tow vehicle plus 2850 kg, e.g. tow vehicle GCM is 5000 kg, its tare weigh is 1500 kg has a payload of 800 kg plus 2850 kg of the fifth wheel laden, equals 4950 kg - OK  (note: some vehicles do not have a stated GCM - in which case it can usually be determined by adding the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM) to the towing capacity. Contact your tow vehicle dealer if unsure.)

• Payload capacity must be minimum 600kg but recommended 750kg or higher

• Floor of rear tray maximum of approx 800mm if sliding hitch required and approx 900mm if not required. Note: sliding hitch required if rear axles less than approximately 1000mm from rear of cab.

• Side wall of tray maximum of approx 1300mm

• Examples of vehicles that may be suitable (depending on year and configuration e.g. auto/manual, 8 or 6 or 4 cylinder, 1 tonne etc) –  Nissan Navara, Ford Ranger, Mazda BT50 Landcruiser, Nissan Patrol, new Holden Rodeo, Please note: It is essential that you fully research your tow vehicle for its suitability. Specifications vary and can change at short notice. We do not supply tow vehicles.