What do Trailer Acronyms GTW and TW Mean

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what is the difference between GTW and TW

asked by: Michael S

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In the trailer world GTW stands for Gross Trailer Weight, and TW means tongue weight.

Gross trailer weight is the entire weight of the trailer and tongue weight is the amount of vertical load that is on the coupler of the trailer. Basically how the vertical weight that the trailer hitch carries.

I attached a help article on determining tongue weight for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

There are two options you can use for a bit of added height when using your B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Hitch #BWGNRK1016. You can get an extra 1" by using the High-Rise Ball for B&W Turnoverball #BWGNXA2050. You can also use the…

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Answer 2

There are several anti-rattle devices that would be good to use when towing a boat trailer. The construction of your ball mount will determine the best choice for your application. If your ball mount is hollow, and you have a 2 inch receiver hitch,…

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Hi Greg; we do carry a hitch and wiring for your 2025 Sienna. The best hitch is the etrailer #e56RR. This has a 2" receiver, bolt-on installation, and a matte black powder coat finish. It also comes with a limited lifetime warranty. For wiring…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13028 is designed to fit the following vechiles: - 88-91 CHEVY/GMC 4 DR CREW CAB ONLY - 73-79 FORD 250 CREW CAB - 73-06 CHEVY/GMC FULL SIZE CAB & CHASSIS w 34" FRAME - 73-06 FORD PICKUP: CAB AND CHASSIS…

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Hey Kevin, Thanks for your question! The B&W Heavy-Duty Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - 2" #BWHDRH25122 measures 5.4 inches from the top of the frame mounting brackets to the top of the receiver tube. Of all the hitches we…

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Hey Mark! For a rating that high that will fit your motorhome you're going to have to switch to a weld-on hitch. The Curt Class 5 Universal Weld-on Hitch #C99CR is going to be the best option here. This hitch still has a 2" receiver and…

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Hey Debra, The great thing about the Draw-Tite hitch spare tire carrier #6715 is that it is universal! Meaning it will fit any bolt pattern and tire size. I have had people use this with that same bolt pattern with no issues. The one thing to keep in…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13028 could potentially fit your 1966 Chevrolet C10 with aftermarket bumper. However, I would not be able to confirm this as the trailer hitch is only tested with the OEM bumper. I have attached a photo for you…

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Answer 9

Hey Marc, sorry for the delay in getting back to you. I checked your question history and I don't see anything from a few weeks ago which can sometimes mean there was a typo in your email address and we sent it to wrong person. This rack has a…

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Answer 10

I went out to the warehouse to take some measurements of Curt trailer hitch #C14082. I made a picture showing the measurements for you. The bolt holes, starting from the one furthest forward on the vehicle, measures 2-3/4 inches to the center of the…

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Increasing the tire and wheel size can increase the height of the trailer but it's usually quite minimal. Before you do anything else you should see if the pin box can be adjusted. Although you have to be careful here since This will lower the…

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Answer 12

Thank you for the photo of your 2016 Ram 3500's bed rail which sits 59-inches above ground. You are correct that the recommended minimum clearance between a bed rail and the underside of the trailer's overhang is 5 to 6-inches, as shown in…

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