First, we recommend maintaining a speed limit of 55 miles per hour or less. Driving too fast can contribute to issues like trailer sway and combination disturbance, which can be dangerous not only for you but also other drivers and passengers on the road.
What's the speed limit for a trailer on a motorway?
Speed limits for cars towing caravans or trailers: 30mph limit applies on all roads with street lighting unless signs show otherwise. 50mph applies on single carriageways unless signs show otherwise. 60mph applies on dual carriageways and motorways.
Is there a speed limit when towing a trailer?
The maximum recommended speed is 55 mph when towing. Do not exceed any posted speed limit. DRIVE DEFENSIVELY anticipate stops, brake early, and never follow closely. BEFORE GOING DOWNHILL, slow down and shift the transmission into a lower gear.
How fast can I drive with a travel trailer?
Drive no faster than your tow vehicle's economical sweet spot. (From what I've read, sweet spots typically are in the range of 55-65 MPH.) According to Roger Marble (a.k.a. tireman9 on RV forums), it's best to tow no more than 60 MPH when using ST tires and some manufacturers recommend not towing faster than 60 MPH.
Can you tow a trailer at 65 mph?
If you've driven enough miles on the road, you know, as well as I, that there are RVers driving more than 65 MPH. Many will tow their trailer the maximum posted speed limit (70-75 MPH) and some even more. The load-carrying capacity gradually decreases as the heat and stresses generated by higher speed increases.
Do you need a licence to tow a trailer in Ireland?
Can I tow a trailer on a car licence? If you have a category B driving licence (car/jeep) you can tow a small trailer. If you want to tow a larger trailer you must have a category BE licence.