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  1. Weight Distribution Hitch
  2. Weigh Safe
  3. 1100 lbs
  4. Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  5. WD With Sway Control
  6. Allows Backing Up
Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 6" Drop - 12.5K GTW, 1.2K TW
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Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 6" Drop - 12.5K GTW, 1.2K TW

Part Number: WS59MR
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$980.00
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Pair the built-in tongue weight scale on this hitch with the easy-to-use instructional app, and get the perfect towing setup. We love how Weigh Safe makes it easy to get totally balanced, but we love the smooth ride this hitch offers even more. Great Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from Weigh Safe. Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2.5" Shank - 6" Drop - 12.5K GTW, 1.2K TW part number WS59MR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Weigh Safe Weight Distribution Hitch - WS59MR

  • 1100 lbs
  • Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  • WD With Sway Control
  • Allows Backing Up
  • Weigh Safe
  • Trunnion Bar
  • Includes Shank
  • Top-Mount
  • Fits 3 Inch Frame
  • Fits 4 Inch Frame
  • Fits 5 Inch Frame
  • Fits 6 Inch Frame

Pair the built-in tongue weight scale on this hitch with the easy-to-use instructional app, and get the perfect towing setup. We love how Weigh Safe makes it easy to get totally balanced, but we love the smooth ride this hitch offers even more.


Features:

  • Get a smooth, even, and safe ride while towing
    • Makes balancing your load super-easy so you don't have to worry about poor handling
    • Corrects sway from passing semis and harsh winds with built-in tension and friction points
  • Check the built-in scale to gauge your trailer's tongue weight
    • If it's outside the sweet spot of 10-15 percent of your GTW, adjust your load
  • Use the downloadable app to determine the perfect distributed tongue weight for your setup
    • Input your setup's weight and measurements to get a distributed weight to aim for
    • Adjust the lead screw on the hitch head until the built-in scale shows that weight
  • Get peace of mind for your journey
    • Hitch lock included to secure the shank to your vehicle
    • High-strength steel can handle hefty loads
    • Stainless steel hitch ball is rustproof and built to last
    • V5 and J684 certified for safety


Specs:

  • Tongue weight: 1,250 lbs
  • Maximum gross towing weight: 12,500 lbs
  • Ball size: 2-5/16"
  • Application: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight distribution systems
  • Sway control bracket positioning: 27" - 32" back from center of coupler
  • Maximum trailer frame height: 6"
    • Use WS89RR (sold separately) if your frame is 8" tall
  • Maximum drop: 6"
  • Maximum rise: 7"
  • Incremental height adjustment: 1-1/4"
  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
  • Limited lifetime warranty


Note: Some Bulldog-style sleeve-lock couplers may not work with this system because of the limited space between the hitch ball and the lead screw in the system head. There is approximately 2-1/2" between the screw and the center of the hitch ball.


Getting your rig balanced has never been easier!

The most important thing you can do to ensure a safe, smooth ride when towing is making sure that your tongue weight is evenly distributed. If the balance is off, well, you've probably been there before, bouncing all over the road and getting pulled in every different direction. Simply put, when your load isn't properly distributed, your steering goes kaput.


Getting things just right can be a huge pain. First of all, depending on your trailer (and everything loaded into your truck), you may not even be able to adequately redistribute your weight on your own. You might just plain need a weight distribution system to help.


Diagram showing weight distribution on a truck and towing a camper

Standard weight distribution systems can be a bear. You need to manually tweak and adjust every little thing, and even then, there might be so much play in the setup that you'll still have issues with handling. The go-to for picking up that slack is typically adding sway control, but that can lead to other issues, like not being able to back up or tow in the rain.


The True Tow is designed to make solving these problems as simple as possible. No more fiddling around with hard-to-adjust parts. No more guesswork when setting things up. No more terrible sway on the highway. Just follow the setup process to get a perfectly balanced system and hit the road.


The setup steps are easy:


1. Hook your trailer up to the ball on the system head.


2. Take note of the weight on the built-in scale to make sure your tongue weight is in that sweet spot (10% to 15% of your GTW).


Weigh Safe True Tow Built-In Tongue Weigh Scale

3. Pop into the companion app on your phone and answer a few questions, then wait for the app to give you an exact "distributed tongue weight."


4. Hook up the spring arms so the system is fully in place.


5. Adjust the lead screw on the hitch head until the scale shows the "distributed tongue weight" that the app had you shoot for.


Adjusting the Lead Screw on the Weigh Safe True Tow Hitch

Once you've completed all the steps, just make sure all your connections are secure and head out on your journey!



TTMW6-2.5XL-KA Weigh Safe True Tow Middleweight Weight Distribution Hitch - 6" Drop - 2-1/2" Shank - 12.5K

Installation Details WS59MR Installation instructions


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Ratings & Reviews

4.7

86 reviews
Pair the built-in tongue weight scale on this hitch with the easy-to-use instructional app, and get the perfect towing setup. We love how Weigh Safe makes it easy to get totally balanced, but we love the smooth ride this hitch offers even more.

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See what our Experts say about this Weigh Safe Weight Distribution Hitch

  • Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution System For 7,600 Pound Trailer
    Hi James! With your GVWR being 7,600 pounds, your loaded tongue weight should be around 760 pounds. With that said, I recommend going with the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch - 2" Shank - 6" Drop - 8.5K GTW, 850 lbs TW # WS79VR. The Weigh Safe # WS59MR you were looking at has 12,500 pounds towing and 1,250 pounds of tongue weight capacity and would be too heavy duty for your trailer. You want your loaded tongue weight to fall as close to the middle of the system's capacities...
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  • Availability of 2" Ball for Weigh Safe True Tow
    Hey Edgardo! The Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch # WS59MR comes with a 2-5/16" ball by default. Although there isn't a version with the 2" ball, you can swap it out using the Replacement 2" Hitch Ball for Weigh Safe Ball Mounts # WS96KR. Just be aware that the ball will be the limiting factor of the hitch since it is rated for 10,000 lbs. The True Tow is a great choice and will serve you well with the built-in scale and simple adjustment. This allows you to set it perfectly...
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  • What Weight Safe Weight Distribution to Use for 11,300 lbs GVWR Trailer
    Hey Vernon, great to hear from you again! For your trailer that has a GVWR of 11,295 lbs I actually recommend stepping up one level and going with the 18.5K # WS49MR which has the same 6" drop and fits a 2-1/2" hitch receiver like the 12.5K # WS59MR you were looking at. Here's why: Wight distribution systems (WDS) are designed to help with tongue weight (TW) so, contrary to popular belief, you'll actually choose a WDS based off of your TW as opposed to the GVWR. Since a properly loaded...
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  • Solution to Allow Weigh Safe True Tow WDH to Clear Tailgate
    Hey Forest! You aren't going to get the clearance you need from moving to the Heavyweight. Even if you did, that system is going to be overrated so you wouldn't want to use it with your trailer. You're better off sticking with the Middleweight # WS94RR (2" shank) or # WS59MR (2-1/2" shank). All of their shanks are the same length and you can't use shanks from other systems so that is out of the question. An extender isn't going to work well either and it will cut your tongue weight capacity...
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  • What Weight Distribution Hitch do I Want, My Lightest Trailer is 10,000 Pounds Total Weight?
    Hello Danny, I’m really glad you mentioned the Equalizer! When sway is the issue, that one and the Weigh Safe are definitely my go-to options. They both have 4 point sway control, with straight spring bars and frame brackets. They can be a little noisier than the chain style setups, but that’s because they’re actually creating the friction that reduces sway. You mentioned your lightest trailer is 10K. When it’s loaded, you want your tongue weight to be 10 to 15 percent of your total trailer...
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  • Recommended Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch for a 2-1/2" Hitch Receiver
    Hey Mike. It looks like you went with the Weigh Safe True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch item # WS59MR. This system works with trailers that have tongue weights up to 1,250 lbs. You really want to select a weight distribution hitch off of your trailer's tongue weight, which would be 10%-15% of it's total loaded weight. So long as you're at or under 1,250 lbs this system will work great for you. The Weigh Safe item # WS59MR comes with a shank that fits a 2-1/2" hitch receiver. It has a...
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  • Which Weigh Safe Weight Distribution System for Rockwood 2616BH Ultra Light
    Hey Karl, yes the Weigh Safe weight distribution system part # WS59MR that you referenced would be a great option as it fits your hitch size of 2. 5 inch and also has the correct weight rating for the Rockwood you plan on getting. This can do a drop of up to 6 inches as well which would easily allow you to tow your trailer level.
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  • Weigh Safe Weight Distribution Hitch Installation Near Houston Texas
    Hi Richard, I completely understand wanting to have a weight distribution system installed by someone. I did some checking around your area and one place that looks like a solid option is Texas Customs in Bryan, Texas. They specialize in RV service and repair and mention doing things like braking systems and flat tow setups, so installing and setting up a weight distribution hitch should be well within what they handle. Since they are fairly close to the 77845 area, they may be a good...
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  • What Should I get to Improve Towing My Hideout Camper with My 2023 F-150 XLT?
    Hello George, Thanks for writing in! I took a look at your Hideout 242LHS and saw it has a GVWR right around 7,650 lbs. When you get it loaded up for a trip, you’ll want your tongue weight to fall in that 10–15% range, which puts you roughly between 765 lbs and about 1,150 lbs. Staying in that range is key for improving ride quality, reducing sway, and keeping your 2023 F-150 sitting level while towing. When picking out the correct weight distribution system, it’s important to focus...
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