Is it Possible to Tow a Small Trailer Behind a 27 Foot Toy Hauler
Question:
I have a 2017 Rockwood ultra lite 2440 WS 27 ft and I am wanting to tow a 12ft trailer with a 1500# Kawasaki tyrex 4 behind it. It has a iframe and it is 71 inches so this hitch should fit. Is it a heavy enough hitch to pull my toy and trailer?
asked by: Twyla F
Expert Reply:
We do offer trailer hitches that could be mounted to the back of your trailer that might be able to tow a small trailer. For an example, Curt has an adjustable width trailer hitch, # 13703, that will fit RV frames 22 to 72 inches wide.
However, before you can decide on a hitch for you trailer, you will need to know if your trailer can have a hitch installed in the first place. You can check your owner's manual or contact your dealer to see if installing a hitch is possible. Once you have this information and it is confirmed that you can install a hitch, then you will need to measure the frame width to find the correct hitch for you.
The issue with mounting hitches on the rear of a trailer is the lower gross and tongue weight capacity the trailer has compared to a passenger vehicle. Although towing a trailer is possible, you will need to make sure you do not over load the load limit of on your trailer.
Also, towing a trailer with another trailer is not legal in every state. You will need to check the laws in the areas that you plan to travel.
I have linked a page that shows all the hitches that we carry that are designed to fit on an RV.
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Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 22 - 72 Inch Wide Frame
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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