"Needed"?? heheh, oh yeah, it's "Must Have", joking...
Like most things, the accessories are the "Sink Hole" for $$$
While I would consider it a luxury, the "Clearance Clarence" issue would be a big factor. As noted, it might be OK for highway, flat driving/camping roads, but suspect it might be a problem for off roading with any type of "Whoops" (in ORV language) big rolling dips and mounds. Like a "Washboard road" on Steroids.
It just seemed to be kewl to just drive up, brakes on, flip the switch and you're level without getting out. $2500+ kewl? I'd have to think on one.
I agree with others that finding a flat place would be ideal.
I'm solo, so getting in and out of TC setting blocks and driving up & back could be a PITA more so in the rain... so thought the Leveling Jacks might be a better choice.
I used to have a small Tear Drop Trailer that had scissor jacks. Never used them during the 5+yrs I used it. while it wasn't always level, it worked. With the TC, leveling apparently is more important for Refrigerator.
Weight wouldn't be a problem, RAM 550 and I have a few pounds left over and available if needed.
Clearance (and cost) would be the main factors I'd have to look at.
Ok, well, that answers that one, thanks all and hopefully the next "Newbie" can find this thread in the TC section and will help..
Happy Trails...
frank.