Recommended Weight Distribution System for a Travel Trailer w/ a 500 lbs Tongue Weight
Updated 10/22/2025 | Published 09/26/2025
Question:
I will be purchasing a travel trailer with a 485 lb tongue weight and 3818 lb UVV. What weight rating should a new weight distribution hitch have? Thanks
asked by: Jack
Expert Reply:
Hey Jack, congrats on the new trailer! For a close to 500 lbs tongue weight, I recommend the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System w/ 4-Point Sway Control item # EQ90-00-0600. This system works with tongue weights ranging from 200 lbs - 600 lbs so you'll be good if you weren't fully loaded or wanted to pack your trailer up differently. The sway control brackets mount from 27" - 32" back from the center of the coupler so you'll want to make sure you have space on yours at these locations.
What model trailer are you getting?
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Curt Class 5 Universal Weld-on Hitch w/ Brackets - 2-1/2" Receiver - 44" Wide
- Heavy Duty Receiver Hitch
- Weld-On
- 18 - 44 Inch Wide
- 2000 lbs TW
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Class V
- 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 18 Inch Drop
- CURT
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Jerred H.
10/22/2025
Hey Jack, how did things go with the Equal-i-zer weight distribution hitch for your new trailer? Did the 600 lb tongue weight range end up being a good match for your setup? Your feedback could help others choosing a hitch for a similar trailer size.