Do I Go By Hitch Receiver or Ball Mount Tongue Weight Rating To Be Safe

Updated 09/19/2022 | Published 09/18/2022

Question:

The tongue weight capacity for this adapter is 1000 lbs, if the tongue weight capacity of the receiver is only 350 lbs - whats the safe TW in this scenario

asked by: Kay

Expert Reply:

Great question!

You always need to stick with the lowest rated component so even though the Blue Ox Adjustable Drop Hitch Receiver Adapter # BLU34TR has a 1,000 lb weight capacity you'll be limited by the 350 lbs of your hitch receiver tongue weight rating.

Attached is a review video for you to check out.

expert reply by: Jon G