Recommended Weight Distribution System for a 9,500 lbs Travel Trailer

Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 08/15/2025

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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K

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Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control for 2-1/2" Hitch - 15K GTW, 1.5K TW

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BulletProof Hitches Hitch Adapter - 3" to 2-1/2" Reducer Sleeve

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Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness - Dash Knob - Up to 2 Axles - Proportional

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Question:

Hi We have a 2022 ford f250 super duty diesel truck We bought a 2019 wildwood heritage glen ltz 273rl We need to buy a weight distribution hitch. What do you recommend Also not sure if it has a built in brake control The trailer weighs around 8000 pounds Thanks

asked by: Brett R

Expert Reply:

Hey Brett, congrats on the new trailer. It looks like your 2019 Forest River Wildwood Heritage Glen LTZ 273RL weighs right at 9,500 lbs when fully loaded. This would put your tongue weight somewhere around 950 lbs - 1,425 lbs when loaded up. I recommend the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control item # BLU54TR.

The Blue Ox SwayPro item # BLU54TR works with tongue weights between 1000 lbs-1,500 lbs. It comes with a 2-1/2" shank that has a 5" drop. The built in sway control will keep your trailer in line with your F-250 when you're going down the highway and make a sudden move, get passed by a semi, or encounter a strong gust of wind.

Please note, you will want to measure your trailer's tongue for compatibility. The chain hangers mount 27"-29" back from the center of the coupler.

If your F-250 came with the 3" factory receiver Ford used to offer, you'll need the BulletProof Hitches Hitch Adapter - 3" to 2-1/2" Reducer Sleeve item # BPH85YR.

If you do not have a factory brake controller or if you want to upgrade it, I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller w/ Custom Harness item # RED67CR. This is a proportional brake controller that automatically adjusts your trailer's braking based on the deceleration of your F-250. The Liberty has a unique installation method where the main unit is concealed behind your dash and the only part visible is the control knob. The included plug in adapter will make installation super easy.

Does your F-250 have a rectangular box on the control console to the right of the steering wheel? It will have a manual control lever and plus/minus buttons for adjusting gain settings. If so that's the factory brake controller.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Jerred H.

9/2/2025

Hey Brett, did you have a chance to check if your F-250 has the factory brake controller? I'm asking because knowing this could help others with similar setups.