Weight Distribution Recommendation for 2,700 lb Trailer
Updated 09/22/2018 | Published 09/21/2018
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Question:
I have surge brakes. A 2700 lbs trailor what weight distributing hitch do I need
asked by: Donn D
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.
So for a trailer that weighs 2,700 lbs you'd have a tongue weight of most likely 270 to 405 lbs. So for that weight range the Fastway E2 part # FA92-00-0450 would be ideal as it has a tongue weight range of up to 450 lbs. This kit is also compatible with surge brakes. For a hitch ball the part # 40038 is what you'd need.
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Reese Weight Distribution System w/ Shank - Trunnion Bar - 12,000 lbs GTW, 1,200 lbs TW
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- WD Only
- Trunnion Bar
- Fits 3 Inch Frame
- Fits 4 Inch Frame
- Fits 5 Inch Frame
- Includes Shank
- Top-Mount
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Requires Disconnection
- 1000 lbs
- 1100 lbs
- 700 lbs
- 800 lbs
- 900 lbs
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