How to Verify Weight Capacity of a 5,080-lb Axle
Updated 10/14/2024 | Published 09/23/2017
Question:
I have a dual axle 5th wheel with 5200# axles. When I had the trailer weighed they said the axle ratings was 5080 #s. is this correct.
asked by: Gary L
Helpful Expert Reply:
Although I have never heard of 5,080-lb axles that doesn't mean that a manufacturer hasn't rated their axles that way, even though the most common weight capacity would be 5,200 lbs.
There are a few things that you can do to verify the weight ratings on your axles. There should be a axle weight rating stamped on the axle itself somewhere along the frame (usually towards the middle). You will want to check that to see what the axle manufacturer says. You can also try contacting the axle and/or trailer manufacturer as well for verification.
Keep in mind that your lowest rated component on your trailer is your weight limiting factor. If you have an axle that is rated for 5,200 lbs but your tires are not rated for 5,200 lbs then that could very well be what they were referring to.
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Ray B.
10/14/2024
Probably an old reply, but I found this looking up stuff for my trailer. My 2005 Holiday Rambler has 5080lb axles according to the plate on the tongue. My guess would be 5200 has become the standard since then maybe? I just look for 5000 or 5200 lb stuff when buying parts.