Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 3,500 lbs Trailer
Question:
I am looking to purchase a weight distribution hitch. My tow vehicle is a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan GT and my first trailer is a utility trailer with a 3500lb axle and unknown tongue weight. The other trailer is a 6x12 cargo trailer with a 3500lb axle. What would be a good WDH for these combinations? Thanks Eric
asked by: Eric B
Expert Reply:
Tongue weight is typically between 10% and 15% of your trailer's total weight so two 3,500 lbs trailers would have a tongue weight range of 350 lbs to 525 lbs. With this in mind, I recommend the Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion item # FA92-00-0600.
The Fastway item # FA92-00-0600 has built in sway control that will keep your trailer in line with your van when you are going down the highway and get passed by a semi or make a sudden move. It works with trailers that have a tongue weight range between 250 lbs - 600 lbs so it'll work great with both your trailers and not be over capacity if you're below the upper 15% range.
This system includes a 2" shank but not a hitch ball. Depending on your coupler size you will either need a 2" Hitch Ball item # A-90 or a 2-5/16" hitch ball item # C40030.
I have linked a video below that will show you how to get this system set up and also walk you through its features.
Products Referenced in This Question
2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 15,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 15000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
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Fastway e2 Weight Distribution w/ 2-Point Sway Control - Trunnion - 6,000 lbs GTW, 600 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
- 400 lbs
- 500 lbs
- Fastway
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Eric
3/6/2024
Thank you Jerred.