I just ordered a pullrite 2600 which is rated for 20k . Search has brought up a few reviews threads on this hitch, and it seemed like everyone was happy. However it may not be an apple/apples comparison if they aren't towing something my size (Grand Design 381m).Anyone else towing the 3 axle 20k gvwr trailers with this hitch? How has your experience been?

I believe the 2600 is rated for a max of 20,000 pounds and the Grand Design 381m GVWR is 20,000 pounds. Too close for me.

Lwiddis wrote:I believe the 2600 is rated for a max of 20,000 pounds and the Grand Design 381m GVWR is 20,000 pounds. Too close for me.I dont quite understand this point of view. Dont get me wrong, I understand the idea of a safety buffer from the max ratings. But ALL the pieces are similar max ratings. All the parts from truck, to hitch, to trailer are tested to the same type of standards (SAE). Why do you trust to max out the 20k GVWR rating that was arrived at by the same standards, but not the hitch? If you say that you would stay away from the 20k GVWR for safety as well, then that still doesn't make the point of view make sense, since you will be staying away from the 20k hitch rating by the same margin!Maybe im missing something, so let me know.

My Pullrite is just the small version but still working great at 15 years. No issues.

I know the hitch is rated for 20,000# towing, but I would go up one size to the next heavier rated hitch. Sure, the hitch is rated for 20,000#, and must have a safety factor, but why go into the safety factor? Are you sure you will be able to maintain the trailer under the 20,000# rating?Ken

Assuming it has a % safety factor isn't wise. Just like its not wise assuming our tires with a 3500 lb load/80 psi rating has a safety factor and can support more psi and load. Trailer hitches has a load and draw capacity. I sure wouldn't exceed the hitch mfg 20k draw capacity....nor tell anyone its safe to do so long term.

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time2roll
Nomad
Apr 24, 2022
My Pullrite is just the small version but still working great at 15 years. No issues.
timelinex
Explorer
Apr 24, 2022
Lwiddis wrote:
I believe the 2600 is rated for a max of 20,000 pounds and the Grand Design 381m GVWR is 20,000 pounds. Too close for me.

I dont quite understand this point of view. Dont get me wrong, I understand the idea of a safety buffer from the max ratings. But ALL the pieces are similar max ratings.

All the parts from truck, to hitch, to trailer are tested to the same type of standards (SAE).

Why do you trust to max out the 20k GVWR rating that was arrived at by the same standards, but not the hitch? If you say that you would stay away from the 20k GVWR for safety as well, then that still doesn't make the point of view make sense, since you will be staying away from the 20k hitch rating by the same margin!

Maybe im missing something, so let me know.
Lwiddis
Explorer II
Apr 22, 2022
I believe the 2600 is rated for a max of 20,000 pounds and the Grand Design 381m GVWR is 20,000 pounds. Too close for me.

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