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myredracer
Feb 17, 2018Explorer II
Average tongue weight of TTs is 12-13% of the gross weight of a TT (but can be 14-15% in some cases). Not knowing the actual weight of that particular TT, using the GVWR for a max, the TW will be 1100 - 1200 lbs. So, well over the TV payload max before even taking weight of passengers, pets, groceries, camping stuff, etc. into account.
You need either a shorter/lighter TT or a more capable tow vehicle. For longer TTs like a 34 footer, a TV with longer wheelbase helps too. We have a 3/4 ton truck with regular cab and long bed and it tows great with no sway and excellent handling. If the SUV is needed as a daily driver, a shorter/light TT will be required.
For TTs, the max payload capacity of the TV is the important number to watch and normally will be reached before the max tow capacity.
You need either a shorter/lighter TT or a more capable tow vehicle. For longer TTs like a 34 footer, a TV with longer wheelbase helps too. We have a 3/4 ton truck with regular cab and long bed and it tows great with no sway and excellent handling. If the SUV is needed as a daily driver, a shorter/light TT will be required.
For TTs, the max payload capacity of the TV is the important number to watch and normally will be reached before the max tow capacity.
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