Can a 4,700 Pound Boat Trailer be Moved without Using a Motorized Trailer Dolly

Question:

I have a boat on a tandem trailer. Total weight including boat,trailer full of gear andgas iS 4700 lbs. can it be moved without motorized dolly. What do you suggest?

asked by: Jim V

Expert Reply:

You could probably move the boat and trailer if it was on level ground but up an incline would be difficult. The tongue weight of a boat trailer is normally lower compared to a utility trailer with the same gross trailer weight. This is because the rear of a boat is heavier than the front.

If the tongue weight of your boat does not exceed 500 pounds you could use the Trailer Valet, # STC-V211. This is a jack and trailer mover in one. It has two speeds for easy moving of the trailer. It also has a brake should the trailer get away from you. I have included a link to a video review of the Trailer Valet for you.

expert reply by: Michael H