What Weight Measurement is Referenced When Choosing a Trailer Jack
Question:
I need to replace the electric jack on my camper. What weight measurement is used to size of jack? I am a novice and only know enough to me dangerous but is it Gross weight, trailer weight, tongue weight?
asked by: Taryn K
Expert Reply:
The weight measurement from your trailer that you will want to consider when looking at jacks is the trailer's tongue weight. You will want a jack with a capacity that matches or surpasses your trailer's tongue weight.
For example, if your trailer has a tongue weight of 2,000 pounds, the jack you referenced, the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack # JET-5000, would be more than sufficient for the trailer. It is capable of a 5000 pound tongue weight. Getting a jack over capacity is good practice as it make the jack work quickly and easily to lift the trailer.
I have attached a help article on trailer jacks for you. If you would like to let me know the tongue weight of your trailer, I will be happy to make a trailer jack recommendation.
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Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack - Drop Leg - A-Frame - 23" Lift - 5,000 lbs - Black
- Camper Jacks
- Pop Up Camper
- Teardrop Camper
- Travel Trailer
- Leveling Jacks
- Tongue Jack
- Steel
- 4001 - 5000 lbs
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- Stromberg Carlson
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