Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For Trailer With 500 lb Tongue Weight
Question:
2006 Forest River travel trailer. need to know the correct weight distribution hitch. I am pretty sure the loaded tongue weight is 485 lbs.
asked by: Candy M
Expert Reply:
I highly recommend getting a weight distribution hitch with sway control, and the best option for your Forest River travel trailer with a loaded tongue weight near 500 lbs is from Equal-i-zer:
- Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution with 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37061ET
This hitch is rated for loaded tongue weights between 200 lbs and 600 lbs so it has the perfect range for your trailer, and I really like the Equal-i-zer for a number of reasons. One of the best things about it is its superior sway control, created by friction at two points on the brackets as well as in the head unit, which is going to give you a much more controlled (and safe) ride than other options.
As you can see by the hundreds of reviews on the product page of the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution with 4-Point Sway Control # EQ37061ET, our customers who have used it have given it a nearly 5-star rating.
It comes with a 2" hitch ball, but if you need a 2-5/16" hitch ball the correct option is the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # A-6.
The only other thing you will need is a shank, the Reese Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches # RP69FR.
I have added some links below to video reviews for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.
Products Referenced in This Question
Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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Reese Weight Distribution Shank for 2" Hitches - 9 Hole Adjustment - 1,200 lb TW
- Accessories and Parts
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- 1200 lbs TW
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Reese
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 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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