Towing capacity
Will a weight distributing hitch increase the towing capacity of a van if the Van has a 6800-pound rating, could you tow a 7000-pound trailer? NOTE: Did you see the "Announcement : ★&bigs...
Forum Discussion
Many vehicles and receivers have two sets of limits, one as weight carrying and another with weight distributing. In that case, towing limits are increased as long as the vehicle limits are also higher. Here is mine for example:
GM rates my Suburban tow rating at 9400 pounds. The receiver does not mean I should tow 10,000 pounds. You need to take the lowest limit of all your ratings.
Also, if your tow rating is 6800 pounds, you will want to stay closer to 5000 pounds dry or lower. People add weight from dry/empty ratings. Typically, 500-1500 pounds for long weekends.
GM rates my Suburban tow rating at 9400 pounds. The receiver does not mean I should tow 10,000 pounds. You need to take the lowest limit of all your ratings.
Also, if your tow rating is 6800 pounds, you will want to stay closer to 5000 pounds dry or lower. People add weight from dry/empty ratings. Typically, 500-1500 pounds for long weekends.
