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Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW
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Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW

Part Number: C17332
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Perfect for your short-tongue trailer, this heavy-duty weight distribution system will help to evenly distribute the load over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer for a smooth, controlled ride. Shank included. Hitch ball sold separately. Great Prices for the best weight distribution hitch from CURT. Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW part number C17332 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Weight Distribution Hitch - C17332

  • 900 lbs
  • Fits 2 Inch Hitch
  • WD Only
  • Allows Backing Up
  • CURT
  • Includes Shank
  • Top-Mount
  • Trunnion Bar
  • Fits 3 Inch Frame
  • Fits 4 Inch Frame
  • Fits 5 Inch Frame

Perfect for your short-tongue trailer, this heavy-duty weight distribution system will help to evenly distribute the load over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer for a smooth, controlled ride. Shank included. Hitch ball sold separately.


Features:

  • Evenly spreads out your tongue weight among all the axles of your tow vehicle and trailer
    • Accomodates your short-tongue trailer with bars that are shorter than those in standard systems
    • Levels out your ride to restore control and stability
    • Lets you tow to the max capacity of your hitch
  • Built to be easily upgraded for sway control
    • Add on an optional bar-style friction sway control kit (17200 - sold separately)
  • Desired head tilt is easily achieved using 2 set screws to pivot the system - no more piling on washers
    • Tilt the hitch ball away from your tow vehicle to add more tension
  • Trunnion spring bars are constructed of solid, forged steel for strength and durability
  • Powder coated steel resists corrosion
  • Includes head assembly, adjustable shank, spring bars, lift brackets, lift chains, handle, and all necessary hardware
    • Hitch ball with a 1-1/4" diameter shank sold separately


Specs:

  • Fits: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers rated for use with weight-distribution systems
  • Tongue weight: 800 lbs - 1,000 lbs
  • Maximum gross towing weight: 10,000 lbs
  • Spring-bar length: 28-3/8"
  • Shank length: 12"
  • Maximum rise: 7-3/4" from top of hitch receiver opening
  • Maximum drop: 1/2" from top of hitch receiver opening
  • 1-Year warranty


Included w/ C17332 Required - Sold Separately Optional Add-Ons
  • Adjustable Shank
  • System Head
  • Lift Brackets
  • Spring Bars
  • Hitch Ball w/ 1-1/4" Diameter Shank
  • Bar-Style Friction Sway Control


Pro Tip: Before you invest in a weight distribution hitch, make sure your cargo is evenly loaded in your trailer to keep the weight balanced. If you still have a hard time even after balancing your tongue weight, a weight distribution hitch should help.


Easy to Upgrade to Active Sway Control

Easily upgrade this weight distribution hitch with the Curt MV with sway control

  • This system doesn't control sway out of the box - but you can remedy that later on
  • You can add a bar-style friction sway control to either side of your trailer
    • Uses friction to force your trailer back in line when it gets pushed off course
    • Has to be removed at times (e.g. in the rain or when you're backing up), but its adjustable tension is a plus
    • Doesn't work with surge-type actuators

People often conflate sway control with weight distribution. It's understandable because most weight distribution systems on the market today do solve issues with sway.


This system will give you weight distribution only. It doesn't have any sway control built in. But if you find that you need sway control later, it's super-easy to upgrade by adding on bar-style friction sway control arm (17200 - sold separately). This option allows you to easily dial in the amount of tension with the turn of a handle. This adjustability is nice (even if it takes you a few trips to get it just right), but it doesn't play well with surge-type actuators, and it will have to be removed when backing up and any time you tow on wet or slippery roads.


Why Use a Weight Distribution Hitch?

Diagram showing weight distribution on a truck and towing a camper

  • Prevents uneven tire wear on your vehicle and trailer
  • Keeps the rear of your tow vehicle from sagging
  • Lets you tow to the max capacity of your trailer hitch
  • Stops your headlights from pointing up at the sky
  • Gives you control over steering your rig

Selecting the Right Weight Distribution System

  • Think "Goldilocks"
    • If you go for overbuilt, you'll have a rigid ride
    • If it's not strong enough, it's virtually useless
  • Let your tongue weight be your guide

Your tongue weight is the first thing you need to know when figuring out which weight distribution system you need. Most people think that if they get the highest-rated system possible, it'll be smooth sailing. But actually, this will create a rigid ride and a bouncing trailer. On the other hand, if the system isn't strong enough, it won't be able to distribute the weight properly, making it virtually useless.


Once you know your trailer's tongue weight, add it to the weight of the cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. Then just choose a weight distribution system rated for that combined tongue weight.



17332 Curt Weight Distribution Hitch - Short Trunnion - 10,000 lbs

Installation Details C17332 Installation instructions


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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

33 reviews
Perfect for your short-tongue trailer, this heavy-duty weight distribution system will help to evenly distribute the load over the axles of both your tow vehicle and trailer for a smooth, controlled ride. Shank included. Hitch ball sold separately.

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Thank you, everything was done quickly and efficiently.



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well built easy to set up great price.



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Helpful salesperson quick shipment excellent product and well packed 1st class service all the way



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Great Product, and Service.



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EVERYTHING WAS HANDELED REAL GOOD AND THEY WERE VER HELPFULL WITH OUR CALLS THANK YOU .



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Hitch has performed well, would purchase again.



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Product is exactly as described. Great customer service and extremely fast shipping.



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Hitch was completely worn out after a few months of daily use.



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Excellent hitch for towing large trailers, easy to set up.



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Great price, really good quality hitch. Seems like the best hitch for the money



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Great service, helped me find what I needed. Shipped right away. Purchased the C17123 10 hole 7" drop shank as well for my lifted F-150. Thanks to the sales person to get me the correct parts.



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I was hesitant to order here instead of [online] Price was cheaper with etrailer and delivered on date promised. My o ly regret was not realizing my ball was a 1" shank vice the required 1 1/4" shank. Thank you



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Curt weight distribution hitch ,,fit my v nose trailer perfect after your recommendation....excellent service...fast delivery.....will buy again



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This is a great, easy to use weight distributing hitch that fit perfected on a small 8x12' trailer and a minivan. Highly recommended. Solid and easy to assemble



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Heavy duty kit. Worked well with addition to airbags on Durango to pull a 24' race trailer. Like the bars, much better than the round bars I had previously. Handles better also.



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Product was great but the service was better!!! The carton arrived apparently damaged by the carrier with multiple pieces missing. The e-trailer staff had replacement parts sent immediately and they arrived two days later. The transaction was taken care of by e-trailer without any hesitation. Service better than I receive at many places in person. Well Done e-trailer.



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Exactly what I needed for my new travel trailer. Needed a hitch to support almost 1400lbs tongue weight, this fit the bill. Package was a little damaged, but its hard to hurt a hitch, nothing was damaged. Curt install video is the first thing that comes up on youtube. Description says "short arm" model, but it looks pretty standard to me, about the same size as my old Reese hitch.

etrailer is amazing, shipping was free, and it arrived to me in 4 days!



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We're a first time travel trailer owners. I purchased the CURT weight distribution hitch. It's heavy duty and easy to assemble. Then I purchased the Draw-tite electronic brake control with a Tekonsha wire harness for my truck. After watching you tube to see how to find the brake control cable on my truck and assemble the electronic brake control it all works perfectly.



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It's a nicely made unit. Very heavy duty. Easy instructions to follow.



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This is a serious hitch if you are needing one that allows for up to1,500lb.tongue weight.
The build quality is very good and it fits our trailer which due to the V- Nose has limited space for the traditional longer trunnion spring arms.
We also like the spacers that are used to position the head for placement of the spring arms.
Unlike the head locks on most hitches, there is absolutely no way for this to slip or move after it is adjusted.
We have no doubts that we will get years of service from it.
Thank you etrailer.com!



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Was in stock and delivered next day! Andy was helpful in getting what I needed.


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See what our Experts say about this CURT Weight Distribution Hitch

  • Availability of Curt Weight Distribution System with Shorter Spring Bars
    We actually have a Curt weight distribution system similar to the # C17500 that has shorter spring bars with the ShortArm kit part # C17332 which has the same weight rating and spring bars that are 28-3/8 inch which would work great with the dimensions you need.
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  • Recommended Solution for a Trailer W/ Pre-Existing WDS Setup
    Aaron, we do have the Replacement Trunnion Bar for Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System # C17336 which are 28 3/8" long that could potentially be what you're looking for, but honestly without knowing for sure you'd be taking a gamble. I'd honestly just recommend starting fresh and cutting those brackets off. It's going to be a bit more work upfront, but long term it's going to be the best decision. If you can tell me what sort of tongue weight we are working with, I'd be happy to...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For An Enclosed Car Hauler V-Nose Trailer
    With your trailer tongue having a frame beam running down the center of the tongue the B&W Continuum isn't going to be a viable option. You'll need to look at a hitch like the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank # C17332. The spring bars are approximately 28-3/8" in length so you'll want to measure how much length you have from the coupler to body of the trailer to see if this will work. If there's enough length but you can't use the clamp on frame brackets then you can...
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  • Length of Bars on Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System
    The Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution Systems have trunnion bars which measure 28-3/8 inches, according to the manufacturer. These are pretty common on V-nose trailers, and come with a couple of different tongue weight options. I'll go ahead and list those out below so you can choose the right one: - Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW # C17332 - Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 15,000...
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  • Can Curt Short Arm Weight Distribution be Used on V-Nose Trailer With 25-1/2 Inches of Clearance
    Thank you for that photo, and we do have a solution here for you that will allow you to use the Curt Short-Arm system you mentioned, though you are right that as it is the arms are too long for your 25-1/2 inches of clearance. So what you will need to do is add chain hangers to the side of your trailer frame; you will bolt these onto your frame and this will give you a way to mount the Curt system. The system, along with the hangers are the following: - Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution...
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  • Short Arm Curt Weight Distribution System Recommendation for V-Nose Trailer
    You'd need to go with a Short Arm Curt weight distribution system like the part # C17330 which has a 600 lb tongue weight max, the # C17331 for if you need an 800 lb max TW rating, or # C17332 for if you need a 1,000 lb tongue weight max system. The bar of this kit are only 28-3/8 inches long which would work well with your frame clearance that has the V-nose at around the 32 inch mark.
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  • Are Shorter Spring Bars Available for the Reese SC Weight Distribution Systems
    We do carry weight distribution systems with shorter spring bars, however, all of the spring bars for the Reese SC weight distribution systems are the same size. Unfortunately, they do not make shorter spring bars for this system. Instead, I recommend looking at the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution Systems. These systems are available with tongue weight capacities of 600 lbs, # C17330, 800 lbs, # C17331, and 1,000 lbs, # C17332, and they each have a maximum towing capacity of 10,000...
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  • Replacement Frame Lift Bracket for Curt Weight Distribution System
    Thank you for the photo of what appears to be a spring bar lift bracket for a weight distribution system. I checked all such replacement parts we offer and it looks like you have a Curt system that uses part # C17208.
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For Trailer with 22" Clearance from Hitch Ball to Body
    Hey Mark, No, the Reese # RE44FR cannot be installed with brackets 22" back from the center of the coupler. It only works with the brackets between 24-1/2" - 27-1/2 back. Instead the # C17332 works with tongue weights between 800-1000lbs, and can be installed with drill-on brackets # C17005 which you mount by drilling holes in your frame and bolting it on. This will allow it to work underneath the body of your trailer.
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  • Weight Distribution System Recommendation for a V-Nose Trailer
    On a trailer with a V-Nose you cannot use the standard weight distribution systems with the chain hangers for the spring bars that go over the top of the trailer frame, but a simple bracket switch, and you can use a weight distribution system. Traditional chain hanger brackets go over the top of the frame, but a V-Nose trailer cabin sits on the top of the frame where the brackets need to go. What you will need to do is get a Reese weight distribution system like the Reese Strait-Line...
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  • Do You Have To Re-Setup Weight Distribution Hitch When Using A New Tow Vehicle?
    The system you have should do a great job for your trailer, and since it was working correctly on your previous truck it more than likely needs to be adjusted to your new truck to get it back to performing correct. Based on the pictures it looks like you have the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System with Shank - Trunnion Bar - 10,000 lbs GTW, 1,000 lbs TW # C17332, so I have included the written instructions for you to look at to help you get the system adjusted correctly. For the...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution System for Trailer with Limited Access to Tongue Area
    Curt offers their Short-Arm Weight Distribution System # C17332 that is rated for trailer tongue weight in the range of 1000-lbs. This system's spring bars are 2-1/4-inches shorter, at 28-3/8-inches, than most other bars and so they can be the best option when there is limited space at the trailer tongue. All you need to add is a hitch ball, either 2-inch # A-90 or 2-5/16-inch # 19286. If your trailer nose blocks access to the side of the trailer frame where the spring bar brackets need...
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  • Weight Distribution System for Snowmobile Trailer with Short Tongue
    Weight distribution systems usually install such that their A-frame-mounted spring bar lift brackets are between 26 and 32-inches to the rear of the hitch ball. As an example, the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37100ET, which works for trailer tongue weights from 600- to 1000-lbs, has brackets that need to be positioned between 27- and 32-inches from the hitch ball center. But we do offer the Curt Short Arm # C17332 which needs 28-inches. Trailers that have a straight pole...
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  • Can Weight Distribution Be Used on an Aluminum Frame V-Nose Trailer
    In order to see how the brackets install on a CURT weight distribution system, I have included a link to part # 17302. The bracket installation will be the same on the # C17332 system that you have referenced. As far as clearance, I spoke with my contact at CURT and he stated that on the C17332 you will need 28 inches from the center of the ball down each frame rail to allow the brackets that hold the chains to fit. If you find that your trailer does not have enough open space, there is...
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  • Can a Weight Distribution System be Used on a V-Nose Trailer With 22 Inches of Useable A-Frame?
    If you are getting sway issues, I can definitely recommend the Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000. But from the picture and measurements provided, it does not look like we will have a weight distribution option available. I would usually suggest a Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System, like the # C17332, but the arms on this, though shorter than typical systems, are still going to be too long.
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  • Do the Hook Up Brackets for Curt Weight Distribution Systems Provide Sway Control
    The Replacement Hook Up Brackets # C17208 do not act as sway control. These are for use with just the chain systems like part # C17332 or # C17057 which require a friction sway control like # 17200 if you want sway control added. This friction sway control is effective but a little outdated and can be frustrating because you have to disengage it to back your trailer up. For a system that does have integrated sway control and chain hangers you can use the Blue Ox SwayPro like part # BXW0753...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch For 18 Car Trailer W/ Short Tongue
    I reached out to my contact at Curt and you will need to use the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System instead of the # C17501 due to the limited clearance due to your trailer having a short tongue. Now the correct system will be dependent on the total tongue weight of your setup which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to tow trailer plus the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. The easiest way to get an accurate tongue weight measurement...
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  • Are Bolt On Chain Hangers Necessary For V-Nose Trailer With 28 Inches of Clearance
    You are correct, the Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System # C17332 is typically the solution for a V-Nose trailer like yours. The spring-bar length is 28-3/8". Unfortunately, with your 28" measurement it is impossible to say if you will have enough clearance or not. The chain lift bracket placement is based on the chain being vertical, not a measurement. The springs bars don't go straight back so that is to your advantage and gives you some extra room with them angled down. You also...
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  • Solution for Needing Better Trailer Frame Clearance with Reese Weight Distribution System
    I wish they were interchangeable but they are not. If you are having an interference issue with your Reese weight distribution system's chain hangers one easy solution is to go with bolt on hangers that would attach to the sides of the trailer frame like the part # RP58305. Since they do not go above the top of the trailer frame it avoids clearance issues.
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  • Are There Shorter Spring Bars for a Reese Weight Distribution System
    I do have an option for you but Curt is the only weight distribution system manufacturer that is offered with short arms. The Curt Short-Arm Weight Distribution System part # C17332 for example has a 10K capacity and comes with 28-3/8" long arms. There's no way to use these arms with your Reese system this means you'll need a new system. These are the shortest spring bars we offer for a weight distribution system.
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  • Curt Trunnion Weight Distribution System Recommend V-Nose Trailer with 1,100 lbs Tongue Weight
    For V-nose trailer you have to use a set of bolt-on chain hangers. This allows the brackets to install on the frame underneath the V-nose of the trailer without requiring clearance above the frame. If you went with a Curt system like what you referenced you would want the part # C17005, or if you went with a Reese system you would need part # RP58305. Since your tongue weight is 1,100 lbs the # C17332 that you referenced would not be the correct system to use since it is for a 1,000 lb...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution Hitch for 4500 lb Enclosed Car Trailer
    Your first step will be to determine the trailer's tongue weight as it is when it's loaded up and ready to tow. I'll link you to an article that explains a few ways of doing this, but a wireless tongue weight/payload scale like the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044. In order to keep the tongue weight pretty constant, you'll want to be sure to load the car in a consistent manner, so it sits in the same spot in relation to the trailer's axles, so the tongue weight doesn't vary. Weight...
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  • Capacity of Curt C17307 Replacement Weight Distribution Hitch Head
    The Curt # C17307 weight distribution head is good for up to 10,000 gross trailer weight/1000 lbs tongue weight. The head is compatible with Curt trunnion style weight distribution systems like # 17302 and # C17332.
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