How to Choose the Correct Weight Distribution Hitch Based on Tongue Weight?
Question:
i have a 2019 f 250 and a 251vrk travel trailer 630 lbs tw i think i want the reese strait line sway control some say 800 tw why not the 1200
asked by: Robert T
Expert Reply:
If your 251VRK travel trailer's tongue weight is only 630 lbs you would definitely not want a sway control system that is rated for a 1,200 lbs tongue weight. This will you give you a very rigid and stiff ride that would be extremely uncomfortable to drive. The Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW item # RP66084 you referenced has a 600 lbs - 1200 lbs tongue weight range but you are on the bottom end of that and I would not recommend going with that highly rated of a system. I think you will do better with the Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW item # RP66083. This system has a tongue weight range of 400 lbs - 800 lbs and your trailer will sit right in the middle of that.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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