M1009 towing a MEP-003A ?

[REDWOLF]

I probably know what the right answer to this question is but, can a M1009 tow a Mep 003a gen mounted on a M116a2 trailer. I am looking to get a gen mounted on a trailer just was wandering if i could tow it behind my M1009 ocasionaly, not every day or real fare. Thanks

 

[m38inmaine]

You may loose some power but as long as the trailer has surge brakes you should be fine.

 

[AceHigh]

I towed that same setup with my Crown Vic. It will be fine.

 

[mkcoen]

The M1009 -10 says that you shouldn't tow anything bigger than the M416 but they're assuming you're going off road. I towed my MEP003A on a M116 from Ft Bliss to San Antonio with a M1009 doing 60mph without any problem. The surge brakes definately helped.

 

[Chief_919]

You can, but the pintle hook is not nearly as secure or well mounted as one on a 1008 and you will be over the rated capacity.

You would be safer if you installed an aftermarket receiver hitch.