Recommended Weight Distribution System for Class V Hitch and Trailer with 1,200 Pound Tongue Weight
Question:
On product BWHDRH25124, what weight distribution hicth should I get that is compatable with this hitch and, has a TW of 1200lbs
asked by: George S
Expert Reply:
The B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver # BWHDRH25124 referenced in your question is rated for use with weight distribution systems and any suitably-rated system that uses a 2 inch shank will be compatible.
The most important factor to consider when choosing a weight distribution system is the total tongue weight of your towing setup. This will include the loaded tongue weight of your trailer (as if ready for a trip), along with any added cargo weight coming from behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. Ideally, this number will fall somewhere around the middle of the system's operating range.
If the 1,200 pound tongue weight you mentioned in your question refers to the total tongue weight of your setup, then I recommend looking at the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37140ET. This is a great system that has a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 to 1,400 pounds and integrated 4-point sway control to limit side-to-side movement of your trailer. It will also work to evenly distribute the weight over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer to create a more stable and level ride.
I have attached a video demonstration on this system along with an article on the subject that you might find helpful.
Products Referenced in This Question
Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class V
- 1600 lbs TW
- 16000 lbs GTW
- 16000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1600 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- B and W
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Gerard
7/10/2020
Hello e trailer. Please advise on this b&w hitch. Will this fit up close to my rear step bumper or will it have a space between rear bumper nd hitch ?