Weight and Compatibility of 2,000 lbs Axle 5 on 4-1/2 Hub Combo and Components for a Custom Trailer

Question:

I am designing a trailer and would like to know the total mass of the design. I have ed the following components. Will you please help: 1 ensure the components are compatible with eachother 2 if there is a less expensive way to purchase the kit, please suggest one 3 please tell me the approximate weight of the total components. Thanks! Dexter Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 72" Long - 2,000 lbs item # 20545I-ST-72-15 Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Black Mod Wheel item # AM32424 4-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 2,000-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long item # U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts item # APUBR-10 Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front, 1-1/4" Rear item # APS3

asked by: Jim

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to help you. I'll start by giving you all the requested weights and then confirm compatibility.

Dexter Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs item # 20545I-ST-72-15 weighs 40 lbs. This includes both idlers and the axle.

Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Black Mod Wheel item # AM32424 weighs 46 lbs. This wheel has a 5 on 4-1/2 and is compatible with the above idler hubs.

6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 4,500-lb Trailer Axles - 26" Long item # e27SR weigh 10 lbs a piece. These springs have a 26" center to center distance between bolt holes. You will want to ensure your hangers are the same.

U-Bolt Kit for Mounting 2,000-lb, Round Trailer Axles - 4-1/4" Long U-Bolts item # APUBR-10 weighs 3 lbs and will work with the 2,000 lbs Deter axle item # 20545I-ST-72-15.

The Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for Double-Eye Springs - 1-1/2" Front, 1-1/4" Rear item # APS3 weighs 7 lbs total and will work with the Dexter item # SP-124275 leaf springs.

The Pro Series Round, A-Frame Jack - Topwind - 14" Lift - 2,000 lbs item # PSEA20000103 weighs 10 lbs and fits a frame style trailers. The outer tubing diameter is 2-1/4" and it fits a standard bolt pattern for a-frame jacks of 3" on 3".

I can confirm that all of the items you listed are compatible with each other. There are no larger kits available to purchase these parts in.