Availability of 16K Weight Distribution System with Adjustable Shank that Has 12 Inch Drop

Question:

have a lifted dually and need a 12 inch from the shank and a hitch that has the weight distribution and anti sway bar preferably round chain distribution bars and around a 16,000 lb rating can you do this

asked by: Jeff

Expert Reply:

We do not have any round bar weight distribution systems available that are rated for the amount of weight you are looking for so you will need to go with a trunnion bar setup.

For this I recommend taking a look at the Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution System # RP66130. This system features a towing weight capacity of 15,000 pounds and a tongue weight range of 800 to 1,500 pounds. You will want to make sure the total tongue weight of your setup (which includes both the loaded tongue weight on the trailer plus any added cargo weight coming from behind the rear axle of your truck) falls within this range.

Any higher rated systems will require a 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver on the truck.

I really like the Reese Strait-Line systems in particular because of their automatic sway control that actually works to prevent side-to-side movement before it begins. I have attached a short video review that you can check out.

Then for a shank that will give you the needed drop you can use the Curt # C17125, which provides up to a 15-3/4 inch drop. The adjustment holes on the shank are spaced apart 1-1/4 inches on center. You will lastly just need to add a compatible hitch ball if you don't have one already, such as the 2-5/16 inch # C40030.