Recommended Weight Distribution System For 2020 Toyota Tacoma Towing TT With 4700lb GVWR

Question:

Hi, Im looking for help in choosing the right weight distribution hitch. I have a 2020 Tacoma with a tow rating of 6400lbs, a travel trailer with UVW of 3500lbs, GVWR of 4700lbs, and a tongue weight of 406lbs. Thank you.

asked by: Jeff R

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to recommend a weight distribution system for your 2020 Toyota Tacoma towing a travel trailer with a GVWR of 4700lbs but you will need to confirm you total tongue weight before purchasing a system.

Total tongue weight is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to tow trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your Tacoma. The easiest way to get an accurate tongue weight measurement is with a tongue weight scale like the # e99044 but there are other methods outlined in the included help article.

Since you mentioned your trailer has a GVWR of 4700lbs and trailer tongue weight should be 10-15% of the trailer weight you should see 470-705lbs tongue weight when the trailer is loaded to the GVWR.

If you find your total tongue weight is in the 400-800lb range I recommend the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW # FA92-00-0800 due to the quality of components used for the price, and the built in 2-point sway control that keeps your trailer going straight down the highway. This system does not include a hitch ball so you will need either the 2" hitch ball # A-90 or 2-5/16" hitch ball # 19286 to match the coupler on your trailer.

If you are carrying quite a bit of cargo in the rear of your truck and your total tongue weight exceeds 800lbs you will want to step up to the # FA92-00-1000 instead as it works with total tongue weights ranging from 600-1000lbs. This option also does not include a hitch ball so you will still need 2" # A-90 or 2-5/16" # 19286 to match the coupler on your trailer.

I included videos for the products mentioned for you to take a look at.