Thread: trailer breaks/kits

Originally Posted by No.3

That is one set of kit that isn't getting any cheaper... I'd caution on the 2t unbraked as you are exceeding the regulated unbraked tow rating of the vehicle towing the light trailer (regulated max unbraked is 750Kg). I've heard of some people who have run into insurance issues with accidents while towing.

Good words here, but not entirely legislate yet. We have a grey area in our towing laws whereby the NZ trailer tow ratings do not line up with the vehicle manufacturers rating. In Aussie they do under ADR63 regs and currently NZTA is planning on a major review on this subject, as I have sat in on a meeting in Wellington relating to it.
I would suggest you go down the hydraulic disc brake on one axle of the tandem trailer rated at up to 2500kg. Make sure your tow ball is rated high enough as well, would suggest a 1" shank ball is used as well to obtain the correct rating.