What do Trailer Acronyms GTW and TW Mean

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what is the difference between GTW and TW

asked by: Michael S

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In the trailer world GTW stands for Gross Trailer Weight, and TW means tongue weight.

Gross trailer weight is the entire weight of the trailer and tongue weight is the amount of vertical load that is on the coupler of the trailer. Basically how the vertical weight that the trailer hitch carries.

I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The main difference between a Class III hitch and a Class IV hitch is the capacities they set for the hitches. Class III hitches are rated for up to 6,000 lbs GTW with 600 lbs TW whereas a Class IV is rated for up to 12,000 lbs GTW and 1,000 TW. For…

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Answer 2

Definitely! I recommend going with the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e38KR for your 2024 Hyundai Tucson. I really like this hitch because of the matte black finish as I've found it does a really good job at hiding any nicks or dings that…

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The best hitch for a 2024 Hyundai Tucson is the etrailer Hitch item #e38KR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Tucson with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver, that has a 3,500 lbs towing capacity and a 525 lbs…

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Answer 4

Adding a trailer hitch to a vehicle like the 2021 Tesla Model 3 you were looking at at your local Tesla dealer will not void the vehicle warranty. This is due to you being protected by the Federal Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, passed by Congress in…

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I am happy to say that if you are considering attaching a hitch like the Stealth Hitches Hidden Rack Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" #391TES317 on your 2022 Tesla Model 3, this hitch does not void your warranty. It is important to note, though, that…

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Answer 6

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13018 has the mounting bolt holes spread 3-1/4" horizontally by 2-1/4" vertically. These measurements are from center of hole to center of hole.

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Answer 7

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Here is a list of all the parts you will need as we do not have a kit that contains everything you will need in one for converting your trailer to disc brakes. Kodiak Disc Brake Kit #K2HRCM1337-9DAC Qty 2 Inner Bearing #25580 Qty 4 Outer Bearing…

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Answer 10

If 380 pounds is the tongue weight of your trailer, then you are correct. You add the tongue weight of the trailer to bike rack and bikes, and that total is your total tongue weight. Make sure you are within the tongue weight capacities of both your…

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Answer 11

The Curt Class III trailer hitch #C13119 does have a 350-lb tongue weight (TW) rating as you noted, and that capacity must be enough for the weight of the bike rack itself plus that of your loaded bikes. A substantial 4-bike rack like the Hollywood…

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Answer 12

If the brackets that come with the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75087 were listed under the hardware then we could sell you a hardware kit with part #RHK, but since these are considered part of the hitch itself those brackets won't…

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