Does a 2018 Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite 17FQS Require a Weight Distribution System
Question:
I have a 2021 Ram 1500 that has a curb weight of 5,084 lbs. GVW of 6900 lbs. My camper is a 17 ft Viking with a gross vehicle weight of 3685. Do I need a weight distribution hitch?
asked by: Steve
Helpful Expert Reply:
Yes, a trailer that is over half the weight of the vehicle a weight distribution system is recommended for. I recommend the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution System part # BLU36FR for a 2018 Coachmen Viking Ultra-Lite 17FQS. This is a complete system with everything you need and the hitch ball is already torqued on for you. It has built-in sway control for performance as well.
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Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - 7-Hole Shank - 6K GTW, 600 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 300 lbs
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Blue Ox
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