Weight Distribution System Recommendation for Trailer With Dry Tongue Weight of 788 lbs

Published 09/22/2017

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Question:

Thanks, for the quick response. I’m still looking for guidance on the following: Based upon my trailer spec’s (Unloaded Vehicle Weight 5,996 lbs., Base Dry Hitch Weight 788 lbs., Base Dry Axle Weight 5,149 lbs., Cargo Capacity 1,692 lbs.), which one should I choose; Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 10K GTW, 1K TW, Item # RP66559 Reese Steadi-Flex Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control - Trunnion - 12K GTW, 1.2K TW, Item # RP66560

asked by: Steve B

Helpful 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.

Based on your dry tongue weight being right near 800 lbs you'd want to go with the Reese Steadi-Flex part # RP66560 which has the higher tongue weight range of 600- 1,200 lbs.

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

Steve B.

9/22/2017

Jameson C.

9/22/2017

If your dry weight is near 800 lbs the higher rated Steadi-Flex part # RP66560 would be the better option. You'd most likely end up at least another 100 lbs of tongue weight when you are ready to tow which would push you up into the perfect part of the range on the # RP66560. It's range is 600-1,200 lbs so 900 lbs would be perfect.