Weight Distribution System Recommendation for Trailer that Weighs 7,700 lbs

Published 07/05/2016

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Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control - No Shank - 12 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000

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Question:

I know I need a sway control and weight distribution hitch .. What is recommended ? I have a gvr 7756 travel trailer pulling with a 250ford 4x4

asked by: Diana S

Expert Reply:

The best way to pick out a weight distribution system is to base it off of the loaded tongue weight of the setup when it is loaded and ready to tow. This figure also includes the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well. You will want the loaded tongue weight of your setup to fall right in the middle of the tongue weight range of the system you use.

Your tongue weight would end up being between 770 lbs and 1,155 lbs most likely so I would recommend the # RP66074 that you referenced as it has a tongue weight range of 600 to 1,200 lbs and features the only sway control on the market designed to fight sway before it starts.

For a taller shank since your truck is a 4x4 you would want the part # RP3215 as well.

For a 2 inch ball you would want part # A-90 and for a 2-5/16 inch ball # 19286.

expert reply by: Jameson C