Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems

Part Number: 17200

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Friction-style sway control system uses a telescoping bar with friction pads to fight trailer sway. Adjustable tension lets you set the right amount of resistance for your setup. Attaches to your trailer and weight distribution system or ball mount. Great Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from CURT. Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems part number 17200 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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CURT Weight Distribution Hitch - 17200

Features:

Friction-style sway control effectively fights trailer sway after it begins
- Reduces side-to-side movement caused by winds, passing traffic, curving roads, or sudden maneuvers
Bar unit houses the sway control mechanism
- Interior arm telescopes in and out as your trailer moves
- Friction pads rub against each other to create resistance
Adjustable tension lets you set the perfect amount of control and resistance
- Tension-adjustment screw easily turns in 1/4" increments to fine-tune tension
- Built-in lever lets you disengage the system to completely release tension
Trailer-mounted ball lets you connect the bar unit to your trailer frame
- May be mounted to either side of your trailer
- Bolt-on installation with included self-tapping screws
1-1/4" Hitch ball mounts on weight distribution system head to provide attachment point for sway control unit
- Included adapter bracket can be welded to system head if there is no ball mount platform
Easy to remove - simply unclip the bar unit from each attachment ball using the included safety clips
1-Year limited warranty

Note: Not for use on trailers with surge brakes. It is recommended that you remove this sway control unit before backing up/reversing and before towing in slippery conditions such as on wet, icy, gravel, or snow-covered roads.

When installing this sway control system, follow the included instructions and measure 24" straight back from the center of the coupler along the frame of the trailer to determine the location of the spacer plate and trailer-mounted attachment ball. To achieve proper alignment, the spacer plate may not be necessary in every application.

One friction-style sway control can be used for trailers with up to 6,000-lb GTW. If your trailer's GTW is between 6,000 lbs and 10,000 lbs, you will need 2 sway-control units, 1 on either side of the trailer. You will also want to use 2 units if your trailer is 26' or longer.

17200 Curt Friction Style Sway Control System

Similar to Reese 83660

Installation Details 17200 Installation instructions

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by: Ellwood 09/08/2026

It does what it’s supposed to - arrived on time - only thing that would have made it a 5 is the web site filters could not pull up a SINGLE Curt friction sway controller keep showing the dual set up that is offered.

by: Dan 08/20/2026

My sway bar got lost during shipping. But cody, it tracked it down and made sure that it got to me!!

by: Justin 03/17/2018

The sway control kit I ordered went on the receiver of my travel trailer easily and fits well. I tested the turn radius to see how sharp of a turn it would make without "hitting" and it performed perfectly. I haven't had the chance to take it on the road yet but don't anticipate any problems.

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Justin One Year Later

3/17/2019

Im so glad I ordered the sway control kit. Ive used it several times when pulling my travel trailer and it has made all the difference.

by: Richard 07/11/2026

I have pulled my trailer on a test run for just a few miles but I think it’s going to help a lot

by: Shalon Jowers 04/23/2026

Good products and fast delivery… you can’t buy the same items on Amazon because they’re crap!!! e-Trailer has the good stuff

Lazer S.

4/28/2026

Glad we had what you were looking for! What kind of trailer are you needing this for?

by: Rick 10/07/2026

Have used this product before and has been extremely helpful.

by: Ken T. 01/08/2020 One Year Later

The sway bar works well. The retaining clip sometimes fall out of the tow vehicle end which could be a problem. I use 2 clips at that end.

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by: Robert 05/18/2025

I'm hopeful this item performs as described and attested to by others. I'm using it without WDS and have a welder to 'glue' the tab to my existing ball hitch. Of note -The screw holes on the Spacer Plate and Trailer Mounted Attachment Ball do not align correctly in any of the four possible positions. This is sloppy workmanship and grossly over-tolerant quality assurance. As is, two screws would go in 'clean,' with the two plates square and flush. The other two would feed extremely cock-eyed and crooked. I imagine the screws would fail trying to fully seat them. I suspect any failure ratings the manufacturer has established are seriously compromised. My welder has a drill press; he'll align the good holes and ream the others. I like etrailer. I'm sure they'd replace this. My choice for the DIY.

by: Gary 11/12/2025

As usual etrailer is on time with delivery. The staff are knowledgeable and very helpful.

by: Mark 06/10/2026

All was great

by: Bob N 03/13/2017 One Year Later

took the sway right out of my custom tag along trailer!

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by: Joseph 06/04/2026

Good price and lightning fast shipping!

by: Brian 07/16/2018

This is my first time purchasing from etrailer and I have to say the experience couldn't have been better. I purchased this sway bar and other items for my new tow vehicle. After trying to piece together everything I needed for towing on a couple of other websites, and not having much luck, I went to etrailer. I was able to find everything I needed, very detailed product information, easy to navigate website, quick shipping, GREAT communication from customer service, and a price that was equal to or better than the other websites. Hands down a happy etrailer customer!

Brian One Year Later

7/24/2019

No problem with the sway bar, BUT the Curt ball mount with sway bar mount looks like it has twisted. I only pull a Casita travel trailer 3500lbs behind my half ton pickup and havent put any unusual stress on it. Kind of disappointed...

Rachael H.

8/7/2019

If it has twisted then I would advise discontinuing using it. As called out in the instructions if this sway control bar or any of the components come into contact with the trailer while in a jack knife position it is recommended to remove the sway control bar while backing up.

by: John B 07/11/2019

Received my anti-sway bar to add to my weight distribution hitch in less than a week. Fastest service I’ve ever had. Installed it and it works great! I could only go 57 mph before and now can keep up with everyone else on the freeway! etrailer is a great place to get anything trailer related. Have always had great service and will buy from them again. 5 stars

John B. One Year Later

7/13/2020

Works like a dream! Easy to use and install. I would recommend this to anyone looking for one.

by: Keith 07/26/2023 One Year Later

This product made a huge difference in the sway problem I had with my travel trailer. Large trucks and/or cross winds were very scary. I would not recommend towing a large trailer without sway control.

Keith One Year Later

7/27/2024

Still works great! I wouldnt tow travel trailer without it. Great value for the money.

by: Preston 06/02/2019

Added this sway bar as a second one for my ToyHauler. With all the weight in the back of the trailer I needed a second. Since this brand was currently on my trailer and also on a second trailer I went with the tried and true. With the second sway bar I can pull my ToyHauler at 80 MPH next to tractor trailers and not get any after sway, it pulls straight. I highly recommend this sway bar, it only took me 30 minutes to install, most of that time was getting the measurements correct.

Preston H. One Year Later

6/3/2020

I am using this with the sway bar on my weight distribution hitch. Being a toy Hauler most of my weight is in the back, I have no problems towing no sway, no bounce very satisfied

by: JC 04/12/2019 One Year Later

This sway control package is just what we needed! After towing our 3300 lb camper home with my wifes Jeep Cherokee, WITHOUT an anti-sway bar, I said I wasn't towing the camper anywhere until we had this installed. We drove in 20-30 mph crosswinds the entire 4+ hour drive back. With this installed, we hardly notice it. Now, you can't get rid of the wind itself, but you certainly don't have to worry about the trailer starting to move around on it's own - this is great for stabilizing everything.

Easy to install - just used the template they include with it, and then just drilled some holes through the frame of the camper and installed the hitch, hooked up and we were ready to go. We only use Curt products for our vehicles, utility trailer, and camper - nothing compares in my opinion.

by: Gary V. 04/29/2017 One Year Later

Curt Weight distribution hitch assembly including dual Curt 17200 sway control bars for our heavy 30 foot RV. Purchased through Etrailer Corp. the information from Etrailer was fantastic on which hitch assembly was best for my application, the hitch, bars, sway arms were delivered exactly on time with no scratches or damage. My light weight 2010 pick pulled well and was level and handled winds and passing semi trucks in the wind a pleasure! Unfortunately I don't have pictures to show because I have recently bought a new F-350 and a new 40' -5th wheel trailer and from Etrailer purchased a Demco 18K Hijacker Auto Slide 5th wheel Hitch that works fantastically.
Thank you Etrailer for best prices and service!

by: Lee T 05/18/2020 One Year Later

This is a replacement for one i didn't hook up and left it on the trunk of the trailer and never found it after I got home....lol
This one was a direct replacement for my 06 model and it works great.
As usual etrailer had what I needed and at a good price!

Lee T. One Year Later

5/19/2021

Happy to report that after using this for a year it still works like new. Im very happy with the product

by: Eric S 10/26/2020 One Year Later

Best towing device I have bought except electric brake controller. Total game changer for pulling my single axle 17 foot Whitewater Retro trailer. Some effort to drill holes in frame, but just indicative of how strong the metal is on the tongue, just be sure to use good drill bits. Driven in 50 mph crosswinds and no waggle! This should be standard equipment for every trailer. eTrailer has great prices and super fast delivery, always happy with my purchase experiences with them. Only improvement to device would be some kind of way to secure it to the tongue when not in use, it drops down perpendicular to ground and occasionally creates a problem with lowering trailer on to trailer ball or when leveling at campground. I just loop one of the security chains around it after unhitching and it is up and out of the way.

by: Luke H. 05/30/2020 One Year Later

Unit works as intended. The problem i had with these sway control devices is that there is no instructions on how tightly you have to clamp them down to get the desired results. It took lots of trial and error to find the correct amount of sway control for my application. And part of the problem was a video i saw on youtube where a man tightened them down too far and it pulled the small ball off of the a-frame on his trailer. If i could afforded it, I wish I would have bought a newer style WD hitch with built in sway control instead of these slides.

by: Jerry F. 08/10/2016 One Year Later

This was a great addition to my hitch I purchased 2 because of the length of my trailer and the weight that I tow.I have not had a single issue with towing in wind or letting off the accelerator to soon or going down hills. I highly recommend this is great addition to any hitch.

by: Colt 10/19/2018

Great product. Installation instructions were clear and easy to follow. Everything pictured was in the package. I paired mine with the Curt ball mount receiver w/sway control tab 2" hitch item ID D320. Products work perfectly together to stop the sway. I would highly recommend this system to anyone looking for sway control.

by: Craig 03/09/2021 One Year Later

I pull a travel trailer with a Audi Q7 TDI and it is a unibody car and in the owners manual it states not to use a WDH. My trailer takes about 250 lbs. off of the front axle so the steering input is just a bit light. With this sway control bar by Curt the car and trailer feels as one and the control of the trailer is great.

by: George 11/20/2018 One Year Later

It is a little difficult to rate this sway control bar because it is either doing a great job, or because we never really needed it. We are towing a 2600 pound Scamp trailer with a Hyundai Santa Fe. We have never detected significant sway even during the rare times we forget to tighten it. However I like having this product installed just for "insurance" and piece of mind; particularly when we hit the occasional large pool of water on the road and I feel us start to hydroplane a little.

It was easy to install and easy to use.

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Is There Trailer Sway Control that Doesn't Require Drilling
All of the friction sway control units like the Curt # 17200 that you referenced require drilling into the trailer frame. We do have electric sway control units like the Tuson part # 335TSC-1000 which uses sensors to detect trailer sway and apply the trailer brakes just enough to stop it. This would not require drilling.
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Will the Curt Friction Sway Control Work w/out a Weight Distribution System?
Yes, it will Clinton. The Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems item # 17200 uses a telescoping inner bar with friction pads to fight trailer sway. You can adjust the tension with the easily accessible handle. You will need a ball mount like the Curt Ball Mount w/ Sway Control Tab for 2" Hitches item # D320 to attach the Curt Friction Sway Control item # 17200. What kind of trailer do you have and what is your tow vehicle's year, make, and model? You can add this...
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Recommendations for 2014 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited Towing a 5x8 Hiker Highway Deluxe Trailer
Trailer Brakes are not required on most trailers under 3,000 lbs unless otherwise stated by the local authorities. This should not be an issue with safety behind your 2014 Subaru Outback, but you can add them if desired. I would just need you to pull a hub and let me know the number on the grease seal and the face of the 2 bearings in that hub. With that info I can get you the parts needed for the upgrade. The bigger issue with a trailer this size and weight is sway caused by wind...
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How Far Back from the Trailer Couple do You Install the Curt Friction Sway Control on Trailer Frame?
Hello David, The Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems # 17200 installs 24" from the center of the coupler to the trailer frame. I attached an image for reference. I recommend pairing it with the rocker ball, the Curt RockerBall 2-5/16" Shock Absorbing Hitch Ball and Ball Mount w/ Sway Control Tab - 7.5K # C45WR. What kind of trailer are you pulling that you are trying to help with the sway?
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Are 2 Sway Control Bars Needed for a 27 Foot StarCraft RV Trailer
You are correct, adding a second sway control bar, like the Curt Friction Style Sway Control, # 17200, is recommended for trailers over 26 feet long. I might start out conservatively if the sway you are experiencing is not too bad, and order one sway control bar. A second can always be added if needed. If the sway you are experiencing in high winds or passing large trucks is causing the trailer to push you around quite a bit, you should go with two from the start. If you are experiencing...
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Replacement Ball and Mounting Plate for Friction Control Sway Bar
Hey Michael! You can use the Replacement Ball and Plate Assembly for Curt Friction Sway Control System # C17201 on your new trailer. All of those friction sway bars like the # 17200 fit the same ball so this will work with whichever one you have. What kind of trailer did you get?
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Can You Back Up With Sway Control Bar Removed From Curt MV Weight Distribution System?
You can back up with the Curt MV Weight Distribution System # C17052. This does not include any type of sway control. If you are referring to the Curt MV Weight Distribution System w/ Friction Sway Control # C17062 then you only need to remove the Sway Unit # 17200 to back up with the weight distribution bars still attached.
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Should Weight Distribution System be Used for 2015 Subaru Outback Pulling Safari Condo Alto 1713
A full weight distribution system isn't necessary for pulling a Safari Condo Alto 1713 with your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon, however I do think you would really benefit from adding a standalone friction sway bar like the excellent Curt # 17200. This is going to attach to your ball mount and the trailer frame to create tension that helps to keep the trailer in line to prevent side-to-side movement (sway) that tends to be more common with lighter trailers like this. This is just going to...
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How Tight Should Curt Friction Sway Control # 17200 Be Adjusted
A friction type sway control unit like the Curt # 17200 should be adjusted so that it is not easy to move by hand, but still can be moved by the greater force from the moving trailer. You will need to do some road testing to find the correct adjustment for a given trailer load. Trailer configurations and loading, road and weather conditions, towing speed, tire condition and pressure, and center of gravity of trailer all affect towing. To get maximum benefits from the sway control assembly,...
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How to Properly Set the Tension on the Curt Sway Control Bar # 17200
The handle is actually the on/off switch for the unit and the bolt under the handle is the tension adjustment bolt. You will need to turn the On/Off handle clockwise (tighter) until the handle will stay firmly in place parallel with the main body of the sway control. Start out setting the sway control by testing with the adjustment bolt at the factory preset level of friction. You will need to perform a series of road tests with the loaded trailer. If there is not enough sway control adjust...
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Is a Weight Distribution Hitch System Required When Towing a Airstream Trailer Weighing 4,300LBS?
A weight distribution hitch is not required for towing any trailer but they do make it safer. I personally have never liked the round bar style hitches like Husky makes and always recommend units like the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-0800 since it uses a straight bar. These do not hang down a low as the round bar systems so they will not drag going over speed bumps or when you hit pot holes. As long as you are staying within your towing capabilities and your Tacoma is not overly sagging from...
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Adding Weight Distribution To A Utility Trailer That Doesn't Have Frame Access
Hi Taylor! That style trailer does complicate things a bit, but I do still have a potential option for you. With that said, check out the parts I have listed below: Curt MV Weight Distribution System - Round Bar - 8,000 lbs GTW, 800 lbs TW # C17051 Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems # 17200 Chain Hangers for Curt Weight Distribution Systems - Bolt On # C17005 This system will match your current and potential tongue weight capacities and the Friction Sway Control...
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Options for Sway Control on a Hitch That Cannot Use Weight Distribution
We definitely have some options available for your 2021 Audi Q8. With your trailer sitting right at 24 inches tall and the hitch sitting at 17 inches, I am going to suggest going with 7 inches of rise. The Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # C45448 will have the needed 7 inches of rise and will also be able to handle up to 12,000 pounds. The Curt 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # C40008 will then attach to this ball mount. You will also need a pin and clip, like the C21500, if you do not already have...
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Does GMC Sierra 2500 Need Electric or Friction Sway Control
Hey Ed, either will offer benefits but an electric sway control unit like the Curt True Course part # C94VV is going to provide the best sway control for basically any truck and trailer since it proactively works to detect the slightest bit of sway and stop it before you notice it. That said it does cost more... Now friction sway control like the part # 17200 will do a great job at minimizing sway and for most people does a perfectly good job but it is one more thing to remove and install...
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Volvo XC90 Incompatible with a Weight Distribution System
Using a weight distribution hitch with your Volvo XC90 would be strongly discouraged. Weight distribution hitches redistribute some of the load from the rear axle of the tow vehicle to the front axle, that force has to be transferred either through the vehicle's frame (for a body on frame vehicle) or its unibody (for the XC90). Weight distribution hitches are used for hauling heavier trailers your Volvo is not considered a heavy duty hauler and has a maximum speed of 50 mph while towing. An...
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Can Friction Sway Control Be Added To Small Travel Trailer Without Weight Distribution Hitch?
You sure can! You would just mount either the Curt Friction Sway Control # 17200 or Reese Friction Sway Control # 83660 to the frame of your Travel Trailer. You will then add the Reese Sway-Control Bracket # RP26003 to your ball mount if you have a 2" trailer hitch receiver, or # RP26005 if you have a 1-1/4" trailer hitch receiver. I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
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Purpose of Spacer Plate Included with Curt Friction Sway Control Unit # 17200
I spoke with my contact at Curt Manufacturing, and was told that the spacer plate you describe is typically used if you are planning on bolting the ball to the trailer frame (instead of using the self-tapping screws). The ball would be stacked on top of the spacer plate then bolted to the trailer frame. It is not necessary to use the plate, you can use the self tapping screws to attach the ball directly to the trailer frame, or you can weld the ball plate to the trailer frame if you wish...
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How Does a Second Friction Sway Control Unit Get Installed on a Trailer
You are correct, adding a second sway control bar, like the Curt Friction Style Sway Control, # 17200, is recommended for trailers over 26 feet long. You will need to use the weld-on friction sway control tab # C45822 or # 3442. It will get welded to the side of the ball mount. Welding should be performed by a qualified professional welder. Once welded on it will look like ball mount # D320 except the tab will be welded to the other side (since the plate you are using is occupying...
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What Would Happen if Curt Friction Sway Control Installed at Shorter Distance
Hey Patrick, that is correct. If you were to install the Curt friction sway control bar part # 17200 at a shorter distance it would affect the ability to make tight turns. It's hard to say to what degree it would be affected though. If the adjustment is too tight it will feel really stiff behind you and will make a popping sound most likely. If too loose it will not feel effective at all.
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Distance Between Frame Bracket and Coupler Ball Center for Friction Sway Control
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Availability Of Replacement Parts For Curt Friction Sway Control 17200
Hello Rich, thanks for reaching out. I do have a solution for you, but I am sorry to say the piece you are looking for is not sold by itself. The only solution I can offer would be a whole new friction system part # 17200. It may be worth reaching out directly to Curt to see if they can provide the part you need, otherwise the only solution would be a whole new one.
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Can and Should you Use a Sway Control without a Weight Distribution System
If you are perfectly happy with how your 2017 Ram 1500 is handling the weight of your trailer and you only want to address the sway, we definitely have a sway control for you. It's the Curt Friction Sway Control, part # 17200. This includes the piece to mount to your trailer frame and the piece to weld onto your ball mount along with everything needed to get this working. It can be mounted to either side of the trailer frame and uses friction to control the sway. I've linked to a video...
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Will the Curt Ball and Plate Assembly Work with the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit
The Replacement Ball and Plate Assembly part # C17201 should work just fine for your Jayco Jay Flight SLX 8 whether you have theReese Friction Sway Control Kit part # 83660 or the Curt Friction Sway Control for Weight Distribution Systems part # 17200. We also have the Replacement Ball and Plate Assembly for Husky Sway Control System part # HT34842 as well which should work with either of the above two sway control bars. In regards to pricing, these figures can and will fluctuate based...
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Hi Matthew; do you have a weight distribution hitch like the # C75RJ you were looking at or just a standard ball mount with a tab and friction sway control bar like # 17200? If it is a weight distribution hitch you can use an extended shank like the Equal-i-zer # EQ90-02-4600 to get the clearance you need. This shank is 18" long and compatible with most systems, let me know what you have and I can verify fitment. Check out the measurements in the attached picture as well and compare that...
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