Correct Trailer Jack for a Cherokee 2002 3 Horse Trailer with 8 Foot Living Area and 12000 GVW

Updated 03/24/2014 | Published 03/21/2014

Question:

Do I need 12000 lb Jack or 25000 lb. will the 25000 make it easer to jack up my trailer jack has 3/4inch rod coming out to hook to trailer crank what is yours your number for 12000 ips1400950376 25000 is BD182701

asked by: David A

Helpful Expert Reply:

For your application I recommend using the Bullydog Square Jack # BD182701. This jack has a lift capacity of 12,500 pounds which is rated more appropriately for your trailer with a Gross Vehicle Weight of 12,000 pounds.

The Pro-Series Jack that you mentioned # PS1400950376, only has a lift capacity of 10,000 pounds, and a static capacity of 12,000 pounds. Your trailer exceeds the capacities of the jack.

The diameter of the drive for the Pro Series # PS1400950376, and the Bulldog are both 1 inch in diameter. Please note that for the Pro Series Jack a handle is included but not for the Bulldog Jack. The handle needed for the Bulldog Jack is the # BD015181.

Both of these trailer jacks are a single drive version so the speed for lifting would be the same. The larger capacity of the Bulldog jack has a higher capacity, and would be less stress on the jack and is the appropriate weight for your trailer with a 12,000 GVW.

expert reply by: Rachael H