etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity
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etrailer Tongue Weight Scale - e99044
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- 2000 lbs
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Measure your trailer's tongue weight with this easy-to-use scale. Connect the scale to either your trailer's ball coupler or to its 2" jack for a weight reading. Unlike other scales, blocks or wood are not needed for setup.
Features:
- Scale measures your trailer's tongue weight to help ensure your trailer is properly loaded
- Lets you know if you need to adjust your load before you tow
- 2 Easy and convenient ways to use the scale
- Measure at your trailer's coupler before hookup
- Measure at your trailer's jack after hookup
- Sturdy steel footplate helps keep scale level for an accurate reading
- Zinc plating on footplate and pins resist corrosion
- Aluminum body is long-lasting and won't rust
Specs:
- Fits 1-7/8", 2", or 2-5/16" ball couplers
- Fits jack with 2" diameter inner tube
- Foot or wheel must be removed for use
- Capacity: 2,000 lbs
- Maximum height (when hooked up to coupler): 17-1/4"
- Ground to center of top pin hole: 6-1/4"
- Maximum height (when hooked up to jack): 7-1/8"
- Height from footplate to where jack sits in scale: 5"
- Footplate dimensions: 6-3/8" long x 4-1/2" wide
- Tics on gauge sit at 50-lb increments
- Lifetime limited warranty
What is Tongue Weight?
Tongue weight (TW) refers to the weight that the fully loaded trailer exerts downward on the hitch ball of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 percent - and should not exceed 15 percent - of your gross trailer weight. For example, a 10,000-lb trailer should have a tongue weight between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs. You can adjust the tongue weight of your trailer by removing or adding cargo, or by redistributing the load on the trailer. The tongue weight should not exceed the capacity of your tow vehicle, your hitch, or any of your towing components.
Why is Tongue Weight So Important?
Simply put, too little tongue weight can cause trailer sway and too much tongue weight can cause the tow vehicle to perform poorly. You may have difficulty steering, gaining traction, or braking when driving a setup that has too much weight pushing down on the rear of the vehicle. Ultimately, towing with an improper tongue weight can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or cause your trailer to separate from the vehicle.
Measuring Tongue Weight at the Coupler
The etrailer tongue weight scale has 2 different configurations, which provides you with some nice flexibility when you're loading up your trailer. The standard configuration lets you measure your trailer's tongue weight at the coupler.
First, get set up on stable, level ground - like your driveway or a parking lot - to ensure that the scale will function properly. Position the scale right under your coupler so that the ball will fit into the coupler's socket. Lower your trailer down until its weight is fully supported by the scale and not the jack. Then use the scale's gauge to determine the tongue weight.
Measuring Tongue Weight at the Jack
You can also use this scale at the trailer jack, without the hassle of having to disconnect and move your truck or trailer out of the way. Just attach the scale to your jack's 2" inner tube instead. To set up the scale, remove the pins and clips, pull out the center support tube, and replace it with just the top portion of the scale, which includes the gauge and hitch ball. The scale will sit upside down in the foot, with the ball on the bottom. Once it's in place, secure the scale to the foot with one of the pins.
To attach the scale to your jack, first crank the trailer jack until the footplate or wheel is about 8" off the ground. Then remove the footplate or wheel from the jack and replace it with the scale, pinning the scale in place. Lower the jack until the scale's footplate is sitting on the ground. Unlatch the coupler from the hitch ball and raise your trailer until it is supported entirely by the jack (and the scale). Then use the scale's gauge to determine the tongue weight.
Note: The etrailer tongue weight scale is not intended as a trailer support device. The scale should not be left on the jack during travel or storage.
e99044 etrailer Trailer Tongue Weight Scale - 2K Capacity
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etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity - e99044
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (256 Customer Reviews)
Measure your trailer's tongue weight with this easy-to-use scale. Connect the scale to either your trailer's ball coupler or to its 2" jack for a weight reading. Unlike other scales, blocks or wood are not needed for setup.
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by: Steve02/27/2022
In my review of the tongue scale, in the following pictures, you can see in the picture the scale in action with the tongue weight is 2,000 lbs. after all the weight is removed off the tongue jack. The dry weight of the Toyhauler is 10,926 lbs. and the GVWR is 16,000 lbs. I built a box with padding to protect the scale from damage. The reason I purchased this scale is to know what the tongue weight is when the weight with and without a UTV/Side by Side is inside the Toyhauler trailer. The garage is 17 feet long and the total payload capacity of the trailer is 5,074 lbs. If you but have a 14 ft. long or 12 ft. long toy and drive it into the trailer, were you place the toy inside the trailer the 17 ft. long garage. It can have a big effect on tongue weight if the toy is centered over the triple axle or is farther forward or the toy is closer to the loading ramp. The weight of a 2,500 lb. toy can move a lot of weight around and inside the trailer when you have 3 or 5 ft. of space to achieve the correct loading to stay within the (1,600 to 2400 lbs. when fully loaded) or 10% to 15% rule on the bumper pull tongue weight guidelines. The total tongue weight is 2,000 lbs. with the trailer almost down to the dry weight rating. Because there is no toy inside the trailer to counterbalance the nose weight of the Toyhauler the trailer tongue weight is higher than it should be so a weight distribution hitch is critical.
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by: Wayne S.04/20/2022
Great item, my only suggestion would be having this item available in a 0 to 1000 lb capacity for those lighter loads and smaller trailers. The 0 - 2000 scale is a bit less detailed for those trailer tongue weights in the 500 to 800 pound range and is correspondingly less accurate with the 2000 pound scale. The larger scale makes reading these lower weights less accurate. The "damped" fluid filled gauge is a nice feature and the scale seems to be accurate even with lighter loads.
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by: Ronald03/23/2022
Works great. I like the two options for positioning the gauge. 4 starts here because I have a light weight trailer and a tow vehicle with a max tongue weight of 500 pounds. The 2000 pound scan is usable, but would prefer a smaller range. It is much easier to use than using a cargo scale, gives me piece of mind I am not overload my tow vehicle, and ensures I have the proper trainer GVW to tongue weight ratio.
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Duane - 01/15/2022
by: Duane01/14/2021
I have rated the scale at a 4 star for now. I will do an update shortly. The reason for this is as follows. I received this unit yesterday in a box that showed no damage and appeared well packed. The directions say “check” for leaks, my unit had none. A general overall inspection revealed a strong and well built unit. However, the actual scale indicator dial read 200# high off of zero. A quick call to etrailer and a replacement is on the way. No hassle, arguing, or attitude simply a replacement piece. I really like what I see and can’t wait to get the new unit. I will update my rating when I have a accurate scale. I suspect the 4 star will go to 5. The you etrailer for your great customer service.
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As I stated in my prior review I liked the scale from the time I received it. etrailer did ship a new scale with the gauge set at zero. No hassle what-so-ever. I have now used the scale about 8-10 times and very happy with it. Just recently I was shopping for another product on-line. I had questions so I looked for a seller that had tech support. After calling and speaking with the text I realized the seller was etrailer. I changed from a questioner to a buyer. I am very pleased with etrailer and their products
Duane - 01/15/2022
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by: Frank04/16/2022
The Tongue weight Scale work almost good, we had a accident trying it out, we was at a campground and was on almost level pad as we was lowing the camper on to the Scale the one wheel chuck gave out and camper rolled over it, tongue went down to the ground
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by: Michael04/09/2022
Great tool to tune in your trailer load. After a very bad experience with the wrong hitch & tongue weight set-up, my rig is now dialed in and absolutely no sway. Easy to use and take with you.
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by: Carl05/18/2022
This tongue weight scale is very solid, well built and easy to use. I used it to properly position a 325 gallon water tank on my 7x12 tandem axle utility trailer. I needed to verify a 650 lb tongue weight when tank was full. Great design and quality.
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by: John03/17/2022
Smartest move I've ever made when loading and towing my trailer. It's super easy to use this scale in multiple ways and now know that the trailer is properly balanced. I'm certain that in previous years I've over loaded the tongue wt just to ensure the trailer wouldn't sway. Thank-You etrailer!
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by: Douglas03/23/2022
Face of gauge is plastic and cracked quite easily. Gauge seemed rather low quality. I thought having it on the foot with the tower would be easier, but it was actually quite unstable when under weight. Bought one of the smaller scales offline that I like better. Just have to build up a stable platform on larger timber or plastic leveling blocks.
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by: Scott03/27/2022
This tongue weight scale works very well and will be a well-needed addition to our Camping travels. It is extremely heavy duty and simple to use and easy to read. I have ordered several products from etrailer since buying our travel trailer and have never been disappointed with any of the products.
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by: Jonathan04/08/2022
Well made product the provides versatility in measuring tongue weight. I used it both ways and was happy to see the results matched. The unit has a easily readable scale on the gauge. I taped up the protective cardboard cover that was over the gauge when it arrived so that I can use it over and over again. Perhaps a plastic version would make a great addition in the future. Its quality and piece of mind at a great price from a solid reliable company
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by: Mike in northern Iowa04/11/2022
This thing is wonderful! Makes distributing trailer loads easy and assured, most especially when using my 48" hitch extender.
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by: Paul04/02/2022
As far as I know it is working fine. I have no way to check its accuracy, but I think it is all right. It opened my eyes as to what I was really carrying. My trailer tongue weight was 200 lbs. higher than I thought it would be. I am glad that I bought it.
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by: Tomas05/03/2022
Although I've only used it a handful of times, Getting the actual weight of my trailer is invaluable. Very easy to use, and useful for multiple platforms.
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by: Matt STREETLIGHTS Truck & Trailer05/06/2022
I wasn't aware that the ball was welded to the mount. I wouldn't have purchased it had I looked closer at the pictures before ordering. Otherwise nice curt product as usual.
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by: JEP05/10/2022
Works really well and seems to be fairly accurate. Helps to manage the hitch weight which helps with knowing the payload being applied to my tow vehicle.
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by: Thomas04/16/2022
Great little scale for trailer tongue weight. Sturdy construction and easy to use. Would purchase again.
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Sierra K - 10/20/2021
by: Richard10/11/2021
Upon receiving my etrailer tongue weight scale I was very disappointed to see that it is made in China. Your website did not mention that this scale is China made. I would be willing to pay more for an American made product. Also I just ordered a Featherlite 22 foot bumper pull trailer. As you are aware it will be a year before delivery to me. The scale will be used when I receive the trailer. I certainly hope you will stand behind any warrantee issues at that time.
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The scale itself is produced in the USA. Some components of the scale are sourced globally. I think you will be quite satisfied with this scale. Not the mention, there is a limited lifetime warranty.
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by: 05/10/2022
Very help full in keeping trailer tongue weights in correct range.
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by: Robert04/01/2022
I received this promptly after my order was placed with excellent notifications. I was impressed when it came and couldn’t wait to use it. I was only able to use it once do to my error. My chalks gave out and my trailer moved on the scale. Needless to say it is destroyed. It was an expensive lesson to learn Word of advise……Secure your tire chalks
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by: Mike02/20/2022
I've found nothing else as convenient or useful for measuring tongue weight on the market. After one year, the scale still works well and is vital for ensuring a safely loaded trailer.
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by: Derrick11/13/2021
Very nice product made out of nice thick aluminum scale seems to work good really enjoy the fact you can use it 2 different ways very expensive toy but has been fun to have
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by: Dan03/20/2022
The unit is well constructed. I like the fact that I can mount directly to the tongue Jack of my trailer. Knowing the actual tongue weight of my trailer allows me greater flexibility in loading my trailer or my truck.
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by: Steven LaVoy12/12/2021
This has helped me determine an accurate tongue weight for my loaded trailer. I also have helped me decide whether not to permanently place my trailer dolly on the A-frame. Since the dolly is quite heavy and I only need it at home to park my trailer in a tight spot, I used large-sized plastic wing nuts to add the dolly, then take it off to travel. The tongue weight scale helped me make that decision.
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by: Kenneth05/13/2022
I really like this scale. Easy to use and helps me to know if I overload the front storage compartment on my RV.
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- Shank Diameter of Trailer Ball Included With etrailer e99044 Tongue Weight ScaleThe etrailer # e99044 tongue weight scale includes a 1-7/8 inch diameter trailer ball, which will work perfectly with couplers for 2 or 2-5/16 inch diameter trailer balls for weighing purposes. If you click the provided link, you can see a video showing the scale being demonstrated.
view full answer... - Solution for Boat Trailer to Add Tongue Weight to Prevent SwayYour ride quality issue is caused by not having enough tongue weight like you mentioned. You need the trailer tongue weight to be between 10 and 15 percent of the total trailer weight. Your tongue weight being 450 lbs while the trailer weighs 6,300 lbs verifies this. The best solution would be to move the axle(s) of the trailer back so that more of the trailer weight is in front of them. Unless you can come with with an easy way to add about 180 lbs to the nose of your trailer. I attached...
view full answer... - Margin of Error for the etrailer Trailer Tongue Weight ScaleThis is a really good question. I sent it to our engineer and he told me that the gauge has a 3%,2%,3% margin of error. This means that in the first third of its range, it is +/- 3% of the actual tongue weight, the middle of its range it is +/- 2%, and in the top third of the range +/- 3%.
view full answer... - What is the Warranty on the etrailer Tongue Weight ScaleThe etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity # e99044 has a lifetime limited warranty that protects against any defects in workmanship and manufacturing. It's been very highly reviewed since we brought it to the market and has worked out well for a lot of customers. I've also linked our returns policy for you.
view full answer... - How Stable Is Horse Trailer On The Road Since Axles Are So Far Back?As long as the weight distribution hitch you have is rated for up to 1100lbs you won't have any undesired handling issues with the trailer having a higher than normal tongue weight percentage. Horse trailers typically have the axles further back to help keep the trailer stable while the horse is loaded, by limiting the rear overhang. Since horses move around, you would not want them to be back behind the axles as that would change the handling and stability of the trailer without notice. Since...
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- What Does etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 WeighThe etrailer tongue weight scale part # e99044 that you referenced weighs 5 lbs.
view full answer... - Would Tongue Weight Scale e99044 Work on Sloped DrivewayYes you could get an accurate reading from the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044 if the trailer was on a slope as long as the trailer was level.
view full answer... - Is There a Difference Between Using etrailer Tongue Weight Scale at Coupler and Trailer JackThere might be a slight difference between the tongue weight reading if you measured it at the hitch ball with the etrailer tongue weight scale # e99044 and the trailer jack leg but the difference would be small enough that it wouldn't affect anything. The most accurate reading would be at the coupler whereas if you use the jack leg instead the reading might be a little bit higher. I attached a review video for this for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Is it Ok to Use an etrailer.com e99044 if There is an Air Bubble in the Gauge?The etrailer.com # e99044 did receive an upgrade and should have fluid in the gauge. With that being said, they will all have an air bubble like this and it is perfectly good to use.
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- Is Air Bubble in Gauge of etrailer Tongue weight scale part # e99044 NormalHaving an air bubble in the gauge of the etrailer Tongue weight scale part # e99044 is normal and not a cause for concern.
view full answer... - How to Determine Tongue Weight with Weight Distribution System ConnectedThe etrailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044 will not be able to tell you the tongue weight of the setup when your weight distribution system is connected. There's only one way to tell how much tongue weight your weight distribution system is distributing to the front axle of your tow vehicle and that by taking your trailer setup to a weigh station and put the front axle of the tow vehicle on the scales with the spring bars connected and then get the weight figure when they are disconnected....
view full answer... - Does etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044 Need CalibrationThe etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044 does not have the ability to be calibrated but would not need it.
view full answer... - How to Store etrailer Tongue Weight Scale e99044I attached a link to the install instructions for the etrailer scale part # e99044 which the last line covers storage, "Store the etrailer tongue weight scale in a secure place when not in use." There is no additional storage steps needed for this.
view full answer... - What Size Coupler Does etrailer Tongue Weight Scale Work WithThe hitch ball size is 1-7/8" for the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044. The # e99044 will work with 1-7/8", 2", or 2-5/16" hitch ball couplers.
view full answer... - Does the Plug on the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale Need to be PerforatedThe sticker you are looking at on the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity # e99044 can be ignored. This is for the installation of the gauge, but the gauge already comes installed. The only thing you need to do is follow the assembly instructions included with the scale.
view full answer... - How To Determine Tongue Weight of Toy Hauler Travel Trailer With Toys LoadedI have an option that will give you the exact tongue weight of your trailer loaded or unloaded, but there is not a formula to determine the tongue weight of your toy hauler travel trailer with something loaded. You will want to use a tongue weight scale like the # e99044 to measure your tongue weight, and this will give you an exact measurement that you can use to make sure the hitch you select is properly rated, and that you are not overloading your vehicle. Once you have the tongue...
view full answer... - Etrailer Tongue Weight Scale VS. Sherline Tongue Weight ScaleAccuracy is the most important thing when it comes to tongue weight scales in my opinion and convenience is a plus. The Sherline Scale # 5780 is accurate but not convenient, at all. One downside to the Sherline is that you will need blocks or a jack to get the scale up and into position. If you were to just lay it on the ground you would not get an accurate measurement. The superior scale is the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044. I have gotten my hands on this product and used it....
view full answer... - Is 560 lbs a Good Tongue Weight on a 2,820 lb Boat TrailerUltimately the tongue weight of a trailer could be anything regardless of what the weight or GVWR of the trailer is. You want to shoot for a tongue weight that is 10-15% of the weight of the trailer though so if your loaded trailer is 2,820 lbs and the scale showed 560 lbs just for the tongue weight then you might need to play around with how the boat is loaded. If you have cargo on board then I'd try moving it back some to get to at least 15% which is 423 lbs. To avoid a trip to the weight...
view full answer... - Recommended Tongue Weight Scale For Trailer With Weight Distribution Hitch InstalledBoth the Sherline Trailer Tongue Weight Scale # 5780, and the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 will accurately measure the tongue weight on your trailer as long as the tongue weight is less than 2000lbs. With that said I prefer the etrailer # e99044 due to the fact that it is taller and wont require you to add wood or cinderblocks to raise scale to the coupler of the trailer like the Sherline # 5780, but also since the etrailer can be attached to the jack of your trailer which is...
view full answer... - Weight of Fulton Hi-Mount Spare Tire CarrierThe Fulton Hi-Mount Spare Tire Carrier # FSTC1000301 wighs in at about 6 lbs. If you don't already have a tongue weight scale then I recommend picking up our Scale # e99044 because it makes everything easier, plus it weighs under 5 lbs so you can easily take it with you to make sure you have your trailer loaded the best way every single time.
view full answer... - Safest Ratios for Distributing Weight Across a TrailerIf all of the components at the tongue are rated for at least 1,800 lb, they would be able to handle that weight, however this is not the safest way to distribute weight on your trailer. For the best and safest tracking and handling of a trailer, you want to load the trailer so that the tongue weight is 10-15% of the trailer's total weight. Approximately 60% of the trailer's weight should be in front of the axle with the other 40% behind the axle. So if you are carrying a total weight...
view full answer... - Best Tongue Weight Scale That's EASIEST To UseAbsolutely our Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 will work perfectly with your travel trailer! Our scale has a 2,000 lb capacity which you may think that a 5,000 lb trailer would be too much for our scale, but it's actually an ideal size trailer. What a tongue weight scale does is measure the tongue weight of the trailer. Tongue weight is the down force weight your loaded trailer on the hitch ball of your tow vehicle. What we want is 10-15% of the overall weight of your trailer. Which with...
view full answer... - Can I Haul My Bass Boat Without Buying A Class V Hitch?You will need to check the tongue weight of your boat trailer to make sure it doesn't exceed the rating on your current hitch. Here at the shop we use our Trailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044. This is convenient to use because you don't have to disconnect the trailer to check the tongue weight if you don't want to. We don't want the tongue weight to be over 1,000 lbs and we want to have about 10-15% of your overall boat and trailer weight on the ball. Get an idea of what your boat and trailer...
view full answer... - Tongue Weight Scale That Can be Used for Higher CapacityThe etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044 has a 2,000 lb capacity, and that is the largest capacity available for a manual scale. The only other option we carry for a tongue weight scale is digital, so it doesn't have a maximum, and that's the BetterWeigh Mobile Tongue Weight and Payload Scale for OBD II # C51701. The BetterWeigh plugs into the OBD II port on vehicles that are 1996 or newer, and has the benefit of also being able to give Payload and Gross...
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