Blue Ox Sway Pro Weight Distribution for 7,000 lb Cargo Trailer

Question:

2002 Tahoe LS 4.8 V8 3.73 Rear End 4x4. Towing 7x14 cargo trailer weighing 1,860# with dual 3,500 # axle for total load 7,000#. Need weight distribution sway control? If so which of the Blue Ox systems? Thanks

asked by: STEVE

Helpful Expert Reply:

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

For a trailer that weighs 7,000 lbs total the tongue weight will end up being between 700 and 1,050 lbs. The Blue Ox Sway Pro Kit part # BXW1000 would be perfect as it has a tongue weight range of 750 lbs - 1,000 lbs.

expert reply by: Jameson C