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LarryJM
Feb 17, 2014Explorer II
Hyper_lite wrote:
I'm looking at a trailer that has an advertised dry weight of 6190. The sticker on the TT reports it is 6434. Does this mean the sticker on the TT has already factored in the batteries, propane and other items (except for water)? I can't figure out how 244lbs could be added in options when the only thing that is optional is a ladder and slightly larger fridge (maybe 100lbs total). I'm assuming there are regulations that require them to include the batteries and propane tanks from the plants.
AFAIK TTs are not shipped from the factory with a battery or propane so that adds around 100 to 150lbs so even that 6434 I don't think includes even these.
The dry wt. might not include 30 vs 20lb propane bottles or say and awning or spare tire. Also things like stab jacks (around 50lbs), microwave and a bunch of other items might be options.
Larry
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