Towing a 2013 Dutchmen Kodiak 241 RBSL on a 2008 Range Rover Sport HSE
Question:
II have another question in regards to the tongue of my trailer and the hitch of my vehicle. I have the 2008 Range Rover sport HSE. I just purchased the custom receiver that was made for the towing of this vehicle. It is the 2" Tow Hitch Receiver for LR3 LR4 and Range Rover Sport LR040248 -Trailer load capacity: 7,716-lbs. -Tongue weight: 500-lbs. I have a 2013 Kodiak by Dutchmen 241 RBSL. specs are: Base Weight 4427 Carrying Capacity 1573 Hitch Weight 426 I have weight distribution bars with the sway control, but I am also looking at purchasing the Curt TRUtrack weight distribution system w/sway control- trunnion 10,000 lbs get, 1,000 lbs tw. Should I be good to pull this? Thank you!!
asked by: Jeremy S
Expert Reply:
According to your specifications, your hitch will be able to pull your trailer.
However, there are some things to keep in mind.
First, the weight capacities of your vehicle and weight distribution bars must be taken into consideration as well. The lowest weight capacity out of all three of these (including your hitch) will be the maximum you can hook up. For your vehicle, check your owner's manual for its capacity. Check the weight capacity of your distribution bars' manual as well, paying attention to the tongue weight especially.
Second, the tongue weight of your RV is 426 pounds when the RV is empty. If you load anything in the RV, the tongue weight will go up. You can check your RV's tongue weight with a scale like the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale, product # e99044. I've included a link to a video review for you. Make sure you don't exceed the 500-pound tongue weight you mentioned.
If you do decide to get the Curt TRUtrack, part # C17500, then this distribution system will definitely allow you to pull your RV. Its tongue weight and towing capacities will give you that extra security for your RV even when loaded. Plus, the built in sway-control will keep your RV from becoming unstable on the road. I've linked to video review of this system.
Third, you need a 7-way wiring harness to properly hook up to your RV. If you do not already have this, then you can couple a 4-pole harness like the Tekonsha ZCI Circuit Protected Harness, product # 119250KIT, with an adapter. I recommend the etrailer Universal Kit, product # ETBC7. It comes with everything you need to get all of your RV's functions working. I've included a link to a video review for you.
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Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 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
- 900 lbs
- CURT
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etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity
- Tongue Weight Scale
- Analog Scale
- 2000 lbs
- etrailer
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Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
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- Trailer Brake Controller
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
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