Weight Distribution for Dump Trailer with 8 Inch Tall I-Beam Frame
Question:
I do have the 2 1/2 " receiver . The trailer is rated at 16k lbs with the coupler it has. The trailer weighs 4650 lbs. So total payload capacity is 11,350 lbs. So I guess the 1600 lb tongue weight .
asked by: Mark T
Expert Reply:
I do have a great option for you but a Reese system is not going to be the best choice in this case. You will need to box the trailer frame where the weight distribution brackets will go by having steel plates welded on.
What you can use is an Equal-I-zer system, # EQ37120ET as an example, and then add 2 outer link plates, # EQ90-02-5378, sold in quantities of 1, and 2 inner link plates, # EQ90-02-5208, also sold in quantities of 1. That would allow you to use the system on an 8 inch tall frame. Current pricing is available on all of the product pages.
The system mentioned above is rated for 800 to 1,200 pounds tongue weight. There are other systems with different weight ratings. To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer, when loaded and ready to tow, and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
I have included some helpful links on determining tongue weight and weight distribution for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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Inner Link Plate for Equal-i-zer Sway Control Bracket - 8" Trailer Frames - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Link Plate
- Equal-i-zer
- Equal-i-zer
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Outer Link Plate for Equal-i-zer Sway Control Bracket - 8" Trailer Frames - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Sway Control Parts
- Link Plate
- Equal-i-zer
- Equal-i-zer
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Reese Titan Weight Distribution w/out Shank - Trunnion Bar - 17,000 lbs GTW, 1,700 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- No Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- 1400 lbs
- 1500 lbs
- 1600 lbs
- Reese
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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Mark
8/1/2017
I do have the 2 1/2 " receiver . The trailer is rated at 16k lbs with the coupler it has. The trailer weighs 4650 lbs. So total payload capacity is 11,350 lbs. So I guess the 1600 lb tongue weight .