Will Titan Hitch Box Extension # RP45018 Work with 3/4 Ton Diesel Pulling Horse Trailer  

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The Titan Hitch Box Extension, # RP45018, that you mentioned is designed for use with a 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 inch receiver (may not work on some OEM Class V hitches with rounded edges) and offers two extension lengths. 41 inches which has a weight carrying capacity of 5000 pounds, 500 pound tongue weight capacity and with a weight distribution system, 7500 / 750 pounds or 48 inches which has a weight carrying capacity of 4000 pounds, 400 pound tongue weight capacity and with a weight distribution system, 6000 / 600 pounds. No additional chains or bars are required for this set-up.

Since you estimate the weight of the loaded trailer to be very close to 5000 pounds, you would be limited to using this extension at 41 inches and would be at maximum capacity. In this case I would suggest looking into adding a weight distribution system. I have included a link to our weight distribution systems for you.

A key component to choosing the correct weight distribution system is knowing the trailer's exact tongue weight. Tongue weight 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. The ideal situation is to have the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Another option that you may want to consider is a TorkLift SuperHitch with a SuperTruss Hitch Extension. This is a heavy duty hitch that offers a higher capacity when using an extension. To see if we have a TorkLift hitch available for your truck just send me an email with year, make, and model and I would be happy to check for you.

As always, you will want to make sure that you do not exceed the capacities of any component in your towing set-up, including the vehicle and your trailer hitch receiver. To determine the capacity of your truck you can take a look at the ratings sticker on the driver's side door jamb. On the sticker look for the Gross Combined Weight Rating, GWCR, which is the maximum amount the truck plus the fully loaded trailer can weigh. From that, subtract the GVW (the curb weight of the vehicle), gasoline, cargo, passengers, and the weight of the box mount camper. The result you get will be the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can handle.

expert reply by: Leah S

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