when is weight distribution hitch required
How do I decide when I need a weight distribution hitch?
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Lwiddis wrote:
When you decide to be more safe...for yourself, your family and me....steering, braking...control.
My 2016 Ford Edge came with a Class II (3,500 lbs) 2" receiver. I am happy about this (bike rack plugs in), but if I was hauling over 3,000 lbs I would like get a weight distribution hitch and maybe electric brakes on the trailer for the above reasons.
The real answer is what the owner's manual says and how far does the hitch ball drop from fully unloaded to fully loaded, vehicle and trailer. Anything >3"-4", get the weight distribution hitch.
