2017 F-250 Ike Gauntlet

Me Again wrote:

2001400ex wrote:
Right. And supposedly the hitch is mounted closer to the wheels which allows for no WD.

Someone needs to retake physics 101. A WD hitch is designed to put some of the hitch weight on the front axle.

Where the 3" hitch is mounted does not matter, it is where the hitch ball is located, think distance from the rear axle verse wheel base.

Chris

This is what Ford says, Chevy says the same for their 2017. You can argue with them.

"Also, there are new 2.5-inch and 3-inch hitch receivers that increases weight-carrying hitch capacity. There is extensive use of high-strength steel in the hitch designs and surrounding structure. The platform extends under the truck frame to create a strong and secure foundation. This eliminates the need for a weight-distributing hitch when towing up to the maximum conventional trailer rating of the truck."

http://m.worktruckonline.com/article/253574/ford-s-all-new-2017-f-series-super-duty