Is a Brake Controller Required to for a 4,000 lb Car Hauler Trailer
Updated 12/22/2025 | Published 10/11/2024
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Does a 2018 tiffin allegro breeze 31Br require a brake controller for towing a car hauler trailer with a combined weight of 4000
asked by: Dick
Expert Reply:
Hey Dick, yes, you are going to need a brake controller. A good rule of thumb is anything over 3,000 lbs will require brakes. Something like the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 # 90195 you're looking at will work great. You're also going to need a 4-way # A35W42B and a 7-way # ETBC7 to complete the install.
This brake controller will work with trailer's up to 4 axles, is compatible with electric / electric over hydraulic brakes, and has a quick disconnect feature so you can stow it whenever it's not in use.
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Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Trailer Brake Controller
- Proportional Controller
- Electric
- Electric over Hydraulic
- Splice-In
- Under-Dash Box
- Under-Dash
- Up to 4 Axles
- LCD Display
- Multiple Trailers
- Tekonsha
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Jameson C.
12/22/2025
Hey Dick, how did the setup with the Prodigy P3 brake controller go on your Allegro Breeze and car hauler? Your update could make it easier for others towing similar loads.