How to Know if Weight Distribution System Could Increase Towing Capacity
Question:
My 2021 Sprinter 2500 has a hitch weight limit of 500#. Will a weight distribution hitch increase that amount? I can’t find a label on the hitch that increases the amount.
asked by: Michael B
Expert Reply:
If a weight distribution system can increase the towing capacities of a vehicle/hitch it will be listed on the hitch or in the vehicles owners manual. For a larger vehicle like your 2021 Sprinter 2500 I would anticipate that using a WD system would increase it's capacity but I pulled up the owners manual and it doesn't list capacities there and instead states to check the trailer hitch for those capacities.
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Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w Sway Control - Round Bar - 11,500 lbs GTW, 1,150 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Includes Shank
- Electric Brake Compatible
- 1000 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
- Reese
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