How to Identify the Weight Rating of a Blue Ox Spring Bar

Updated 05/03/2024 | Published 12/30/2012

Question:

Can you tell me how to identify the weight rating of a spring bar for a Blue Ox weight distribution hitch by looking at the bar?

asked by: Randy

Expert Reply:

There is a way to identify the weight rating on the Blue Ox Spring Bars. On the end of the spring bar that inserts into the head of the weight distribution system, you will see small circular notches (see photo). These notches indicate the weight rating of the spring bars.

One notch means it is rated for up to 550 lbs tongue weight. Two notches indicates up to 750 lbs tongue weight. Three notches indicates up to 1,000 lbs tongue weight and four notches indicates up to 1,500 lbs tongue weight.

expert reply by: John H