Ideal Tongue Weight for Safely Towing Travel Trailer
Published 07/11/2026
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Question:
What is the ideal tongue weight for safe towing? I have a really heavy travel trailer and I want to make sure everything is set up properly. Thanks.
asked by: Alex
Expert Reply:
Hi Alex! As a general rule, your trailer's tongue weight should be approximately 10% to 15% of the loaded trailer weight. Keeping your tongue weight within this range helps improve stability and reduce the chance of trailer sway while towing.
Using a scale like the Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale for Trailers - 2,000 lbs # BTBRV49FR or # BTBRV76FR (with SnapPad) makes it easy to verify that your trailer is properly balanced before you hit the road.
What kind of travel trailer are you towing?
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Big Truck Big RV Tongue Weight Scale for Trailers - 2,000 lbs
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- Fixed Height
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