Weight Distribution Recommendation for a 5,700 Pound Trailer

Published 11/17/2016

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Tekonsha Prodigy P2 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional

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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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Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 6K GTW, 600 TW

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Question:

I will be towing a rv gdw 3950 lbs hdw 330 lbs gvwr 5700 lbs 2 axle 23 feet long

asked by: Scott J

Expert Reply:

Based on the information you have provided the trailer tongue weight can range from 330 pounds when dry to up to 855 pounds loaded to capacity. You also have to factor in the weight of anything carried behind the rear axle as tongue weight.

The range of tongue weight above spans 2 sizes of weight distribution systems; those rated for 600 pounds and those rated for 1,000 pounds. And arguably a third, 600 to 1,200 pounds.

The 600 pound range covers most of the tongue weight range of the trailer. For a weight distribution system that has a tongue weight capacity range of up to 600 pounds I recommend Reese system # RP66558. The included shank has a max rise of 8-3/4 inches and max drop of 4 inches. Other shanks are available separately if more rise or drop is needed.

The next system up in capacity is # RP66559 rated for 500 to 1,000 pounds.

The only other part needed is a properly sized ball. Use # A-90 for a 2 inch or # 19286 for a 2-5/16 inch. I have included some links on weight distribution and determining tongue weight for you.