Trailer axle weights
I have a 2017 JAYCO 265RLSW with a GVW of 7500lbs. I am told that it has 2 3500lb axles, now for me that means a combined GAW of 7000lbs which is less than the GVW of 7500lbs. My question: Is tha...
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Sandia Man wrote:
Yeah, that's the way most RV manufacturers equip their units, with axles that can't handle the entire GVWR. Sure we know some of the weight is on the pin or tongue of a towable RV, but for just a few dollars more they could opt to go with a set of axles that cover the entire GVWR for added safety margin. I guess they don't really care as we can see they put the cheapest tires they can get a good deal on knowing full well they will not last more than a season or two in most cases.
We were fortunate when we purchased our rig a decade ago, our TT has a GVWR of 9000# and came from the factory with a pair of 5200# axles which gives us a huge safety margin once tongue weight is subtracted. We are currently looking for our next RV and I am not too happy with the axles and CCC of many units. No wonder so many have issues with their wheel bearings, after 10 years and nearly 40K miles our rig's wheel bearings still look good.
Our ORV trailer has a GVWR of ~8300# with a pair of 5200# axles.
ORV (Outdoors RV) and Northwood Mfg. (Artic Fox, Nash and other brands) often have higher GAWR relative to the GVWR. But some models are closer than others.
You can also buy most ORV models with a HD shackle and tire upgrade.
Maybe not necessary for weekenders, but for people planning on a lot of travelling, these are important issues. We're over 37K miles with our 2014 Timber Ridge by ORV.
