Do I Need a Weight Distribution Hitch?
Question:
How can I tell if I need a weight distribution hitch?
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
The easiest way to tell if you need a weight distribution hitch is if your tow vehicle sags when hooked up to your trailer. There are a few guidelines you can follow too.
You may need a weight distribution hitch if:
Your trailer weighs more than half the weight of your tow vehicle
You experience trailer sway when towing.
Your tow vehicle lights point upward.
Your steering feels light, or the front of your vehicle feels like it is floating.
You want to tow to the highest capacity allowed by your hitch and tow vehicle.
In my experience, towing anything that weighs over 6,000 lbs will need a weight distribution hitch unless you are towing a lighter trailer with a larger truck like a 1-ton (350, 3500) or fully equipped 3/4 ton (250, 2500).
I've attached a few links to our help articles on weight distribution for you to check out as well as a link to our entire selection of weight distribution systems.
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Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control - 14,000 lbs GTW, 1,400 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Surge Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 1200 lbs
- 1300 lbs
- Equal-i-zer
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