Does Weight of Strait Line Weight Distribution System Count as Tongue Weight
Question:
looking for the weight this will add to my tongue weight.
asked by: Kevin S
Expert Reply:
This is a really great question, but the weight of the weight distribution system actually does not count as additional tongue weight. We've asked our WD system manufacturers and they'd told us that the WD system basically becomes a part of the trailer hitch on the vehicle so it's weight does not get factored. The weight of the Strait Line system part # RP66073 that you referenced is 83 lbs and this does not include a shank. The version of this system that does include a shank part # RP66083 weighs 99 lbs.
Products Referenced in This Question
Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
more information >
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - Trunnion Bar - 8K GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
more information >
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