HELP! Is towing a 5th wheel easier?
Not wanting to start an argument here, but would really like some insight, both pros and cons of towing a 5th wheel vs. a travel trailer. Currently, we own a 23 ft (from end to tow bar) travel traile...
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I am sure someone will post a crazy long explanation but in my experience the 5th is easier and more forgiving to tow.
Travel trailers have a lot more leverage over the tow vehicle because the point they connect to the vehicle is a few feet behind the rear axle. 5th wheels connect directly above the rear axle.
In Wind or very curvy roads or higher speeds the 5th wheel tends to behave a lot better.
With my previous travel trailer as 18 wheelers would pass me I would have to make 2-3 steering corrections. With my 5th wheel I don't typically have to make any. In my experience it is much more relaxing and less stressful towing the 5th wheel even though it is much larger.
Travel trailers have a lot more leverage over the tow vehicle because the point they connect to the vehicle is a few feet behind the rear axle. 5th wheels connect directly above the rear axle.
In Wind or very curvy roads or higher speeds the 5th wheel tends to behave a lot better.
With my previous travel trailer as 18 wheelers would pass me I would have to make 2-3 steering corrections. With my 5th wheel I don't typically have to make any. In my experience it is much more relaxing and less stressful towing the 5th wheel even though it is much larger.
