What is the Capacity Listed on Tow Dollies Referring To and How to Flat Tow a 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor
Question:
Are the weight limits on your trailer dollies based upon tongue weight or weight of entire trailer?
asked by: Tim A
Expert Reply:
The weight listed on a trailer dolly like the Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes - Foldable - 4,800 lbs # DM9713045 refers to the maximum vehicle curb weight that can be used on the dolly, so you would be able to use a vehicle with a curb weight under 4800-lbs. This is our largest dolly available and it looks like the 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor has a curb weight of between 5,508-lbs and 5,684-lbs, so this dolly would not be sufficient, but I do have a solution for you.
If you're looking to flat tow your F-150 Raptor behind an RV, we can help you find the parts needed to complete this; a complete flat towing setup for your 2020 Ford F-150 Raptor, including base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, tow bar wiring, supplemental braking and a high low adapter. I've listed the recommended parts for this setup below for you to easily find them.
Base Plates: Blue Ox Base Plates # BO74FR
Tow Bar: Blue Ox Avail # BX7420 (comes with safety cables integrated)
Tow Bar Wiring: Roadmaster Flexo Coil Wiring with Diodes # RM-15267
Supplemental Braking: Demco SBS Stay In Play DUO # SM99251 (for hydraulic brakes) or # SM99243 (for air brakes)
You will need to measure to find the correct high/low adapter to ensure that your tow bar is level, so I've linked an article to this answer that explains how to do this, as well as a link to our entire selection of high/low adapters. I've also linked some helpful installation videos and instructions using similar vehicles that you may want to have a look at as well if you're planning on completing everything yourself.
Products Referenced in This Question
Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
- Base Plates
- Removable Drawbars
- Twist Lock Attachment
- Blue Ox
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Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar - RV Mount - 2" Hitch - 10,000 lbs
- Tow Bar
- Hitch Mount Style
- Telescoping
- Steel
- 10000 lbs
- Fits Blue Ox Base Plates
- Stores on RV
- Non-Binding
- Blue Ox
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Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit
- Tow Bar Wiring
- Splices into Vehicle Wiring
- Diode Kit
- Universal
- Tail Light Mount
- Roadmaster
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Demco Air Force One Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Air Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Air Brakes
- Demco
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Demco Stay-IN-Play Duo Flat Tow Brake System for RVs w/ Hydraulic Brakes - Proportional
- Tow Bar Braking Systems
- Brake Systems
- Proportional System
- One Time Set-Up
- Fixed System
- Power Assist Brake Compatible
- Hydraulic Brakes
- Demco
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Demco Kar Kaddy SS Tow Dolly with Disc Brakes - Foldable - 4,800 lbs
- Trailers
- Tow Dolly
- Wheel Decks
- 4800 lbs
- Folding Tongue
- Cars/Trucks/SUVs
- 8-1/2W x 11L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Demco
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