Is Trailer Hitch Towing Capacity Same Capacity as Vehicle Weight it Can Flat Tow

Question:

Greetings, Question: How much vehicle weight can I tow safely when my hitch weight says #5000 ball mount limit and Im using a Roadmaster or similar tow bar to tow a toad? The car Im considering as a toad is approx #4200-#5200 depending on the source of the specs. Seems as the ball weight is very little as the tow bar is receiver type. Thanks

asked by: John B

Expert Reply:

If your trailer hitch says it has a 5,000 lb weight capacity then you can flat tow a vehicle up to 5,000 lbs. You'd want to confirm the weight of the car you are wanting to flat tow and be sure it's under 5,000 lbs.

expert reply by: Jameson C