Best Weight Distribution System Recommendation for Trailer that Weighs 9,900 lbs

Question:

Purchasing a work and play 27ULPS. What would be the best weight distribution hitch and sway bar system for this model. Approx. Weight: 6929 Lbs Approx. Gvwr: 9984 Lbs Will be pulling with a 06 GMC 2500hd with 6.6 duramax

asked by: D.J.

Expert Reply:

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

For a loaded trailer weight of 9,900 lbs the tongue weight would be between 990 lbs and 1,485 lbs. The Strait Line part # RP66130 would be a great option for you as it has a tongue weight range of 800-1,500 lbs and has the only sway control on the market that works to fight sway before it starts.

You'll also need the shank part # RP54970 and hitch ball part # C40030.

expert reply by: Jameson C