Weight Distribution Hitch for Trailer with GVWR of 14,000-lbs
Question:
I am looking for recommendations on a weight distribution system for my equipment trailer. It is a 14000# GVWR trailer.
asked by: Jeremy
Expert Reply:
Weight distribution hitches are best selected based on the tongue weight (TW) of the trailer when it is loaded with a typical amount of weight. Unless you routinely operate your 14K GVWR trailer at full capacity you may not need a system rated for that much weight. The easiest way to measure loaded TW is with scale # e99044. The scale will let you easily confirm your actual loaded TW.
You want to choose a system so that your measured TW falls near the middle of its operating range. The excellent Reese Strait-Line system # RP66084 that you referenced works effectively over a TW range from 600 lbs to 1,200 lbs so this would be an ideal choice for a trailer with TW from 800 to 1000-lbs. It can be used with trailers that weigh up to 12,000-lbs. The Strait-Line actually helps prevent trailer sway instead of just reacting to it after it starts. It comes complete except for the hitch ball; use either 2-inch # A-90 or 2-5/16-inch # 19286.
If you do need a higher-rated Strait-Line system then part # RP66075 will give you a TW range of 1000-lbs to 1700-lbs. This also requires you to add a hitch ball and a shank like # RP54977. Please feel free to let me know your trailer's measured TW and I will be glad to make a recommendation.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/4 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Draw-Tite
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity
- Tongue Weight Scale
- Analog Scale
- 2000 lbs
- etrailer
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - Trunnion Bar - 17K GTW, 1,700 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- 1400 lbs
- 1500 lbs
- 1600 lbs
- Reese
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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