Weight Distribution Recommendation for a 2010 Dodge Nitro and Max Towing Capacity for Dodge Nitro
Question:
I m buying a 2005 Jay flight camper I think it weights around 7600. Hopefully my 2010 Dodge nitro 3.7 v6 4x4 can pull this. However I need to know what kinda hitch and sway bar that I would need. Thanks for any advice!
asked by: Andrew L
Helpful Expert Reply:
I checked the owner's manual for your 2010 Dodge Nitro and when using weight distribution it has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds gross trailer weight. You would not be able to tow a trailer that weights 7,600 pounds.
If you are towing a trailer up to that 5,000 pound capacity I recommend the Fastway system # FA92-00-0600 which is rated for up to 600 pounds tongue weight and 6,000 pounds gross trailer weight but you will still be limited to 500/5,000 pounds since the vehicle is the lower rated component. For a compatible hitch ball you can use # EQ91-00-6100 for a 2-5/16 inch.
I have included some links on weight distribution and determining tongue weight for you to view.
Products Referenced in This Question
2-5/16" Hitch Ball for Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Systems - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Equal-i-zer
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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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Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - Trunnion Bar - 8K GTW, 800 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD With Sway Control
- Some Sway
- Shank Not Included
- Electric Brake Compatible
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Allows Backing Up
- 500 lbs
- 600 lbs
- 700 lbs
- Reese
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