How To Pick Proper Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System Based on Travel Trailers Tongue Weight

Question:

I need help deciding on a weight distribution hitch please. I will be towing a travel trailer with a tongue weight of 685 per specifications. I am not sure what it will be with truck bed loaded and some things in the camper. I have narrowed to the Curt C17500 or Curt C17501. Do you have any advice? Thank you!

asked by: Kevin M

Expert Reply:

In order to get the properly rated system, you'll need to nail down the as-towed tongue weight.

The correct system will depend on the average weight of what you have loaded in the truck bed behind the rear axle plus the as-towed tongue weight of the trailer. The Curt # C17500 TruTrack is designed to handle tongue weights between 800-1000 lbs, and the # C17501 is designed for tongue weights ranging from 1000-1500 lbs. The system includes the 2-5/16 inch trailer ball.

I've linked you to an article that explains a few different ways to determine the travel trailer's tongue weight. We offer a tongue weight scale, part # e99044 which is a handy item to have.

expert reply by: Mike L