Weight Distribution Recommendation for Dodge Ram Towing 4,400 lb Trailer
Question:
Weight distribution hitch versus a tension bar I have a 2019 Dodge ram tradesmen, 4 x 4, 1500With a 5.7 hemi engine. I have the tow package. I am looking to purchase a travel trailer which weighs 4400 pounds. Would I need a weight distribution hitch, or would a simple tension bar be enough?
asked by: Jimmy
Helpful Expert Reply:
Any time the weight of the trailer is more than half the weight of the tow vehicle a weight distribution system is recommended over just a sway control setup. So for your travel trailer weight of 4,400 lbs I would recommend the Reese Strait Line part # RP66083 which has a tongue weight range of 400-800 lbs and also has the best sway control at fighting sway before it starts.
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Strait-Line Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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