Traditional hitches can be a pain to wrestle with, especially when you are dealing with stiff metal bars. This Andersen system uses patented urethane tension springs instead of steel bars, giving you the same leveling and sway control without the weight or the fight. The whole setup weighs just 53 lbs but still handles up to 14,000 lbs gross towing weight and 1,400 lbs tongue weight. You get real load distribution and a level ride without the awkward bar installation or the risk of prying injuries.
Crosswinds and passing trucks are no match for this hitch's True Motion-Dampening design. The urethane springs stay under constant tension, automatically pushing the trailer back to center when sway starts. A friction material around the ball shank adds even more resistance to side-to-side motion, so you do not need separate sway bars. It is all built in and always active, giving you steady control and a smoother, more relaxed tow.
Some hitches pop and creak every time you turn or hit a bump, but this one rides quietly. Because it does not rely on moving metal parts, there is nothing to grind or bang around. The urethane springs absorb vibration and the ball does not need grease, so you skip the noise, mess, and maintenance that come with traditional systems.
Getting the load just right does not take muscle or special tools. Two tensioning nuts - one on each side - let you fine-tune the setup using the included ratcheting wrench. Once it is dialed in, you can back up and make tight turns without disconnecting. The system includes everything you need to tow - shank, chains, brackets, 2-5/16" ball, urethane springs, and all hardware - so it is ready to go right out of the box.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hi, everybody, Andy here with etrailer.com. Let's take a quick look together at this Andersen weight distribution system with sway control. Now, a weight distribution system can improve the ride and handling of both your tow vehicle and your trailer by applying leverage at your hitch. This system is going to transfer the weight that normally pushes down on your vehicle back onto all of the axles of your tow vehicle and trailer. That's going to help keep both your tow vehicle and your trailer level and their weight evenly distributed. So when your vehicle and your trailer are level, they're gonna ride more smoothly, they're gonna handle better, and that's going to improve the overall comfort and safety of your entire setup.
Now, most weight distribution systems use metal spring bars to create that leverage, and those bars are heavy and they usually have to be pride into place. In contrast, this Andersen patented true tone dampening weight distribution hits uses two bushing-like springs that are made of polyurethane, and that's going to help provide a much smaller and lighter way to create the force that is needed to level your tow vehicle and trailer. And this system is quieter than spring bar systems because there's no moving metal parts that are going to clink together. So this has a.. This is going to have a tongue weight of 1400 pounds and a gross towing weight of 14,000 pounds.
This is going to slide into your two-inch trailer hitch receiver that's rated for use with the weight distribution system. And this is going to give you a maximum drop of eight inches from the top of the hitch receiver opening. And all together, this system weighs just about 50 pounds or so. So it's very manageable if you have.. If you don't really have the ability to be messing around with a heavier system and don't necessarily have the strength anymore to get those spring bars into place, this is really gonna be a great system for you to consider.
In addition to leveling your toe rig, this system is going to resist bounce and sway. And the anti-sway and anti-bounce functions are built right into this system. And once the system has been installed and adjusted, these urethane bushings or urethane springs rather are going to be under that constant tension, pushing the trailer to center. Friction materials around the shank of the ball, and that's gonna further help resist motion that causes sway. So you won't need to purchase or install separate anti-sway devices with this system.
And because the ball and the tension plate rotate with the coupler, this system won't bind when you make a turn. And then adjusting the tension of the weight distribution system is gonna be very easy. All you have to do is turn the tensioning nuts, there's one on each side there on the other end with the included wrench that you see right here. Instructions are included to guide you through the real simple insulation process. I was able to loosely put this together on my table, really, in a matter of minutes. So I'm really impressed with what this system has to offer. I'm impressed with how it's relatively lightweight and it's very easy to get into place as well. Now, if you do happen to have any further questions about this system from Andersen or just weight distribution in general, don't hesitate to reach out to us, we do wanna be sure that you're getting exactly what you want and need. Well, I think that's gonna wrap up our look today. I do hope that it was helpful for you. Again, my name is Andy, thank you for joining me.
Ratings & Reviews
This worked great!
Ordered on 06/18/2025 mid-afternoon and got it 06/20/2025 mid-morning! No special delivery terms applied, regular UPS. Now that is fast. I will order with etrailer again.
outstanding, shipped on time, arrived as promised!!!
Alot less bouncing with this hitch than the one I was using...easy on and off...way lighter
Met all of our expectations and beyond.
Still sways more than I would like in the wake of other vehicles.
Install instructions and you tube video made the process easy. Hitch worked as advertised on a test drive. Time will tell after some long distance tows. I am happy with the lighter weight than other wdhs.
Product is well made. Getting the position of the brackets on the trailer A-frame is tricky. I had to move them when I noted that there is a limited amount of threads on the chain bolts so too loose or too tight can't be corrected if the brackets are over an inch one way or the other.
Fit and functions perfectly. Great customer service.
Great price and incredibly fast shippin g.
Easier to use than the previous system I had installed in 2018 on the Oliver travel trailer.
Great product. fits perfectly and the shipping was incredibly fast.
The package arrived quickly & in good condition. I am installing it this weekend, but it looks like everything included in the box is in good condition.
Great service, quick shipping.
It was a pleasure doing business with e trailer
Great quality, easy setup with clear instructions, worked excellent.
From shipping to setup and hookup to towing the entire experience has been excellent! This was very easy to install, it is easy to hookup when towing, it doesn't make that awfull noise, and there has been no sway or sag in weight distribution. It shipped fast, the communication and help offered was outstanding, and the instructions that came with the item were more than enough.
I really like how lite it is! No more 90lb ball to carry around, tows beautifully no sway at all.
My trailer setup is not standard (big lithium batteries on the tongue inside a fabricated box). The only place I could get the brackets required 6 links to be cut off. I’m not happy about this but the trailer is under 4000 lbs so I am hoping it will still have usable weight distribution. I guess I should not have made this purchase.
I had issues with sway control from the minute I purchased this unit. Andersen customer service was fantastic. They assisted me thru troubleshooting. After 8 months of trying I requested a replacement or refund they informed me I had to go thru the company I purchased it from. I was certain that e-trailer would deny my request due to the length of time. They stepped up and spoke with Andersen and I was able to get a refund anthough I have to pay for return shipping as per the warranty. Great job e-trailer.
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