Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter-
rain (/ page 132).
Model 1 Angle of
approach
2 Angle of
departure
G 550 30.9° 29.9°
Maximum gradient climbing ability
The vehicle's gradient climbing ability depends on
the weight distribution in the vehicle, the terrain
conditions and the road surface conditions.
The specied value applies under the following
conditions:
R
the vehicle is ready to drive.
R
the
LOW RANGE o-road gear of the transfer
case is engaged.
R
the road surface conditions and thus the trac-
tion are good.
A gradient climbing ability of 100% corresponds
to an incline of 45°.
Observe the notes on driving in mountainous ter-
rain (/ page 132).
Model Maximum gradi-
ent climbing abil-
ity
G 550 100 %
Trailer hitch
General notes on the trailer hitch
The retrotting of a trailer hitch is permissible
only if a towing capacity is specied in your vehi-
cle documents.
Further information can be obtained at a qualied
specialist workshop.
Permissible towing capacity
The drawbar load is not included in the towing
capacity.
Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a mini-
mum start-o gradeability of 8%)
Model Permissible
trailer load,
braked
G 550 7000 lbs
(3175 kg)
Permissible towing capacity, braked (at a mini-
mum start-o gradeability of 12%)
Model Permissible
trailer load,
braked
G 550 7000 lbs
(3175 kg)
Technical data
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