Can 2018 Audi Q7 Safely Tow a 7,700 lb Lance 2285 Travel Trailer

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I have a 2018 Audi Q7 with a max towing capacity of 7700 lbs and a max tongue weight of 770 lbs. I am looking to buy a travel trailer and I want to make sure I am good with weights. I am looking at the Lance 2285. It has a GVWR of 7000 lbs and a dry weight with the options I have chosen of 5500 lbs. I am concerned that I am getting close to my max tongue weight of 770 lbs with 10 of the GVWR being 700 lbs. On top of that, the Audi manual says I cannot use a weight distribution hitch. Have you set up an Audi Q7 with this size of a travel trailer before? Would you say I am too close to my max weight or am I good with weights? If so, do you still recommend a weight distribution hitch even though Audi says not to use one? And finally, which weight distribution hitch would you recommend?

asked by: Justin H

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Thank you for reaching out!

From a numbers standpoint it looks like you'll be able to tow your Lance 2285 Travel Trailer with your 2018 Audi Q7. I can help with supplemental things and information to make this a better towing experience but you'll also want to refer to your owner's manual regarding weight in general for your Audi Q7.

For tongue weight the good thing is that you'll be able to adjust this to fit your application. I recommend using a scale like the etrailer # e99044 to ensure you get it right every time, but the 70 lb difference between the max tongue weight rating of your vehicle and the 10% rule for your trailer should suffice.

If your Audi owner's manual states not to use weight distribution then I can't really recommend going against it, but I do have a way you can still maintain some control over your heavy trailer and that's with the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000. This installs on the trailer and helps activate the brakes to keep the trailer from swaying during travel. It won't help with leveling your towing system but it does give some control.

Typically I recommend using a truck for heavier trailers but if you are careful about loading your trailer and practice good driving habits you'll be able to safely transport this trailer with your Audi Q7.

Attached are some review videos for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

As long as the weight distribution hitch you have is rated for up to 1100lbs you won't have any undesired handling issues with the trailer having a higher than normal tongue weight percentage. Horse trailers typically have the axles further…

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Answer 2

Thanks for the pictures! Based on the pictures you sent it appears you have an older Valley Industries weight distribution system. I have a replacement option for you, but since Valley Industries is out of business there are no replacement parts…

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The etrailer.com #e99044 did receive an upgrade and should have fluid in the gauge. With that being said, they will all have an air bubble like this and it is perfectly good to use.

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From the information that you gave me the correct replacement suspension kit for your Heritage boat trailer is the Dexter Heavy-Duty #K71-359-00. The equalizer uses the same dimensions and it's meant for 33" axle spacing as well. The only…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Weight distribution works to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer up to the front axle of the tow vehicle so that it will sit more level and handle/brake better. That being said the systems do not "reduce" tongue weight or allow you to…

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The correct Roadactive kit that fits your 2023 Ford F-150 is the part #RAS3611-YHD. I really like the RAS kits as they basically don't have any downsides. You get the adjustable support, an easy install, no maintenance, and actually improves…

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Accuracy is the most important thing when it comes to tongue weight scales in my opinion and convenience is a plus. The etrailer Tongue Weight Scale #e99044 is both. I have gotten my hands on this product and used it. One of my favorite things about…

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Hey Tom, you are on the right track. I checked out your 2023 Jayco Jay Flight 284 BHS and it does have an underslung coupler so the correct B and W Continuum weight distribution would be the part #BW88FR. An underslung coupler is basically one that…

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Answer 12

The B&W Continuum #BW78FR and the Reese Strait-Line #RP66083 are both great systems. The B&W Continuum is going to be easier to set up, but as far as sway control goes, I definitely have to give the edge to the Reese Strait-Line. The…

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