2016 OWNERS MANUAL / 0379
A Proper Match
The key to carefree boat trailering is the proper match of boat to
trailer. This proper match is only one reason why the MasterCraft
engineering staff has designed the trailer to carry the full weight of
the boat, engine and a reasonable amount of gear. It also provides
the proper support for the boat hull during storage.
The total weight of the boat, engine, fuel, water and gear must not
exceed the trailer’s maximum load-carrying capacity. Overloading
can cause instability and loss of control while towing, which may
result in death, serious injury or property damage.
Load-Carrying Capacity
Check the certification label attached to the front left side of the
trailer. This is very important as it shows the maximum load-carrying
capacity of the trailer. It will also show the Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR). Be sure that the total weight of the boat, engine,
gear and trailer does not exceed the GVWR.
NOTE: The gross Vehicle Weight Rating (“GVWR”) is the estimated
total weight of a road vehicle that is loaded to capacity, including
the weight of the vehicle itself. Therefore, the maximum load-
carrying capacity of the trailer is the GVWR less the weight of the
empty trailer.
Be especially careful to avoid overloading the trailer by putting
heavy baggage, camping gear, etc. inside the boat.
Do not tow the boat with a water-filled bladder or with water in the
ballast tanks. Failure to empty the contents of bladders or ballast
tanks will cause the tongue weight percentage to be incorrect.
Towing with water-filled bladder(s) may not only cause the total
weight limits for the trailer to be exceeded, but may also result in
the improper distribution of the weight on the trailer, thereby making
towing difficult and/or causing instability when towing, which can
be very dangerous to the driver, any passengers and to other
motorists.
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