Weight Distribution for a 6,500 Pound Terry Travel Trailer
Question:
I have a 24 foot terry travel trailer that weighs 6500 pounds not sure on the tongue weight which weight distribution hitch would you recommend
asked by: Tim
Expert Reply:
Trailer tongue weight is usually 10 to 15 percent of the gross trailer weight. So for a trailer that weighs 6,500 pounds that would be 650 to 975 pounds. But when calculating tongue weight for weight distribution you also have to add in the weight of anything carried behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
If the tongue weight ends up being between 650 and 975 pounds then I recommend a system that is rated for 600 to 1,200 pounds such as # RP66084. This system also comes with dual-cam sway control which prevents sway from starting. For a 2-5/16 inch ball to use with this system use # 19286.
I have included some helpful links on determining tongue weight and weight distribution for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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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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