Dramatic Video on Effect of Trailer Tongue Weight
https://imgur.com/dYz2tCE I haven't seen this posted here yet.
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Ideally, the tongue weight should be about 10-15% of the trailer's total weight. You can adjust the weight distribution by moving cargo within the trailer or using a weight distribution hitch. This can help prevent trailer sway and improve your vehicle's handling and braking.
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It's a 7yr old post you are responding to.
That said:
- 10% is marginal. 12-15% is good. More is better but other issues usually start to get in the way (most common is the truck can't handle the higher hitch weight.
- Also a WDH won't fix a bad weight distribution. WDH helps with a front truck axle that becomes too light due to hitch weight reducing the front axle weight.
