What Weight Measurement is Referenced When Choosing a Trailer Jack

Published 09/23/2015

Question:

I need to replace the electric jack on my camper. What weight measurement is used to size of jack? I am a novice and only know enough to me dangerous but is it Gross weight, trailer weight, tongue weight?

asked by: Taryn K

Expert Reply:

The weight measurement from your trailer that you will want to consider when looking at jacks is the trailer's tongue weight. You will want a jack with a capacity that matches or surpasses your trailer's tongue weight.

For example, if your trailer has a tongue weight of 2,000 pounds, the jack you referenced, the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack # JET-5000, would be more than sufficient for the trailer. It is capable of a 5000 pound tongue weight. Getting a jack over capacity is good practice as it make the jack work quickly and easily to lift the trailer.

I have attached a help article on trailer jacks for you. If you would like to let me know the tongue weight of your trailer, I will be happy to make a trailer jack recommendation.

expert reply by: Victoria B