Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 7,500 lbs Travel Trailer and a Lifted Truck
Question:
2020 f150 with 6” lift and 35” tires, need a weight distribution hitch/anti sway for 27’ travel trailer weighing gvwr 7600lbs and 580lbs of tongue weight but will need a hitch for the lifted truck, and I want to be able to backup with the system.
asked by: Ryan M
Expert Reply:
Thanks for the pictures! A weight distribution hitch is recommended based off of the tongue weight of your trailer and is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's total weight. 580 lbs seems extremely low for a 7,600 lbs trailer. Usually we would see a tongue weight range of 760 lbs - 1,140 lbs.
I am going to recommend two systems based off of your 580 lbs tongue weight and the 10% - 15% range I have suggested. Both systems are capable of backing up and will be compatible with the Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" item # C17123. This shank will fit a 2" receiver and give you an 8" drop to compensate for your 6" lift and larger tires.
580 lbs tongue weight - Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control item # EQ37061ET.
760 lbs - 1,140 lbs tongue weight - Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control item # EQ37121ET
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Curt Welded Weight Distribution Shank 7" - 10 Hole Adjustment
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution w/ 4-Point Sway Control - No Shank - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 lbs TW
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- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
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- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
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- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
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- Equal-i-zer
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