A weight distribution hitch (WDH) helps to distribute the tongue weight of a trailer evenly across the axles of both the tow vehicle and the trailer. This can help to prevent trailer sway, which can be caused by a number of factors, including uneven weight distribution.
No, you cannot tow on a weight distribution hitch without the bars. The bars distribute the weight of the trailer and prevent it from becoming unbalanced and tipping over.
4.6/5
Designed for a Smoother Ride: Interchangeable bars provide positive latching action
Ready-To-Go Hitch ball and Sway Control Ball: Pre-installed and torqued to specification on adjustable ball mount
Pre-Installed U-Bolts and Chain Package: Located on spring bars
Easy to Install: All mounting hardware Included
Kit Includes: 1000 lb. weight distributing hitch, sway control and 2-5/16" hitch ball
$234
Purchased for a July 4th family road trip across the USA covering 5000 miles. I haul a 6000-pound camper with a 2015 Heartland Silverado utilizing this distribution hitch. Everything was well within specs and there was a margin of 4,000 pounds. Delivery took two days, and the packing was good. You will want a torque wrench with a 240-lb capacity and a sizable pair of half-inch sockets. About an hour was spent on setup and calibration. When you set everything up, make sure the tow vehicle and trailer are on a level, flat surface. This won't function as intended if you don't aim for the straight and level during setup; you'll have to change it till you follow the manufacturer's instructions. I removed the distribution hitch from the truck halfway during our road journey so that I could wash the car and check the hitch. Everything was still secure, well lubricated, and fantastic-looking. A weight distribution hitch comes with a hitch pin, but only. Look attentively at the attached photo; the hitch and locking pin have traveled around 2500 miles. Needless to say, when I saw the state of this pin, I about passed out. After towing various objects for 40 years, this is not my first rodeo, but it is the first time I have ever witnessed this. I think my family and I might have made the news due to a catastrophic collapse if I hadn't checked this pin. For the return drive, I did buy a new CURT pin from the neighborhood autovalue. It has no stains, bending, or compression, and still appears brand new.
4.6/5
None of the noise problems other WD/sway products have - it's quiet, significantly lighter weight than competing products
Handle can be used to hook up and remove bars, universal EZ Adjust frame brackets for easy installation and adjustment
Forged and hardened steel components deliver excellent long-term durability and service, hitch ball is factory pre-installed and properly torqued
Combines weight distribution and sway control in a single unit - no need for additional hardware, outstanding performance - drive it and see
Gross Trailer Weight; up to 12,000 lbs.
$234
My 2015 Ford Expedition EL with an HD tow package and a 32-foot, 7,200-pound travel trailer tow easily thanks to the Husky Center line TS. It took me less than an hour to set up, and it perfectly balanced the TV and TT. Then, on my first road trip in Colorado, I kept waiting for the sway that occurs when a semi truck passes you on the I25, but it never materialized. I was able to relax and just drive because it felt just like being passed without the TT behind me. In fact, if it weren't for the TT in my side mirrors, I would not have known it was there. The only issue I had when traveling at 75 MPH was the absurdly low mileage. White-knuckle driving was not an issue for me, and the Expedition's built-in sway control never had to be engaged. I used to tow with a WDH that used chains and bars, and the difference was night and day. The Husky Center line TS is, in my opinion, unsurpassed for the price.If anything changes over time, I'll update this.The husky centerline is still functioning flawlessly after 18 months. I have had gusts blowing to 70 mph, which caused the TV and trailer to collide (still had to reduce speed significantly) I started detaching the bars before backing into my campsite before my most recent 1,100-mile trip because I noticed the hitch was rubbing pretty hard against the head assembly. This seems to have lessened friction. When the road conditions are suitable, it works beautifully and semi trucks seldom waver when passing. They typically maintain a speed of 70.After two and a half years, I had some severe wobble when crossing southern Colorado. When I stopped and looked, I discovered that the head assembly's passenger-side bolt had become so loose that it could move easily and without resistance. I had the necessary tools, so I tightened the bolt and continued my journey without more incident. To avoid the problems I had, make sure the head assembly is torqued appropriately. I have towed with the Husky Centerline for more than 5,000 miles at this point, however I did not appreciate the sway caused by the wind, passing trucks, etc. when the bolt fell free.
4.6/5
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET ON THE ROAD: This adjustable trailer hitch mount has it all; a 8 inch Drop drawbar, slider with built-in Tongue Weight gauge, 2" ball, 2-5/16" ball, ball retaining pin, lock plate key assembly, Keyed-Alike Hitch Receiver Pin, dust lock cover, 1 year warranty on hitch, and LIFETIME warranty on scale!
TWO CORROSION RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL HITCH BALLS: Have peace of mind knowing you can switch from a 2" ball to 2 5/16" balls in seconds. Both balls are made from High-Strength Stainless Steel which gives them industry leading strength and corrosion resistance. These balls will not rust.
HEAVY-DUTY TOWING CAPACITY: Made of 18 lbs. of solid aircraft grade billet aluminum this hitch is as tough as they come, with a towing capacity (GTW) of 14,500 lbs. on the 2 5/16" ball and 8,000 LBS on the 2" ball, and a 2,200 lbs. max tongue capacity. This premium ball mount was designed with everyday use in mind. This ball mount will not only provide you with Towing Peace of Mind, but the strength to get any job done
PROPRIETARY TONGUE WEIGHT SCALE: Our built-in high strength stainless steel scale makes managing your trailer’s weight distribution both safer for you and your family by ensuring a properly balanced trailer load and simple by instantaneously providing a tongue weight measurement every time you couple your trailer. This eliminates the need to purchase additional tongue weight scales, which can cost you hundreds of dollars, and increases the speed at which you properly set up your trailer.
ADJUSTABLE BALL MOUNT: This 8 Inch drop hitch is a dream come true, allowing you to tow trailers of different heights with the same vehicle. The drop hitch adjusts in 1" increments so you get the perfect fit every time and it has and has a durable double-pin lock to ensure that it is not stolen from the back of your vehicle. All our locks come standard with a custom fitted dust cover to increase its longevity and durability. Fits 2.5†Receivers which are found on all 3/4-ton to full-ton trucks
$234
This is fantastic! This would look just as fantastic on my 2017 F250 Powerstroke Diesel, if not more so. If you want something cheap, go get something else since this isn't it. This is your hitch if you're looking for quality. It's obvious that someone sat down and thought, "How can I build the best, highest quality, adjustable hitch that's extremely simple to use? they went ahead and carried it out.The value offered by the greater features, materials, and design more than makes up for the additional expense.The tongue weight gauge works flawlessly. gives a precise weight indication; guesswork or estimation is no longer necessary.The craftsmanship and construction quality are excellent. Simple design is what I need—I don't want complicated... I already have too many problems.Additionally, the adjustable hitch and receiver both have perfect matching latches.
4.6/5
TWO CORROSION RESISTANT STAINLESS STEEL HITCH BALLS: Have peace of mind knowing you can switch from a 2" ball to 2 5/16" balls in seconds. Both balls are made from High-Strength Stainless Steel which gives them industry leading strength and corrosion resistance. These balls will not rust.
PROPRIETARY TONGUE WEIGHT SCALE: Our built-in high strength stainless steel scale makes managing your trailer’s weight distribution both safer for you and your family by ensuring a properly balanced trailer load and simple by instantaneously providing a tongue weight measurement every time you couple your trailer. This eliminates the need to purchase additional tongue weight scales, which can cost you hundreds of dollars, and increases the speed at which you properly set up your trailer.
HEAVY-DUTY TOWING CAPACITY: Made of 20 lbs. of solid aircraft grade billet aluminum this hitch is as tough as they come, with a towing capacity (GTW) of 14,500 lbs. on the 2 5/16" ball and 8,000 LBS on the 2" ball, and a 2,200 lbs. max tongue capacity. This premium ball mount was designed with everyday use in mind. This ball mount will not only provide you with Towing Peace of Mind, but the strength to get any job done
ADJUSTABLE BALL MOUNT: This 10 Inch drop hitch is a dream come true, allowing you to tow trailers of different heights with the same vehicle. The drop hitch adjusts in 1" increments so you get the perfect fit every time and it has and has a durable double-pin lock to ensure that it is not stolen from the back of your vehicle. All our locks come standard with a custom fitted dust cover to increase its longevity and durability. Fits 2.5†Receivers which are found on all 3/4-ton to full-ton truck
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO GET ON THE ROAD: This adjustable trailer hitch mount has it all; a 10 inch Drop drawbar, slider with built-in Tongue Weight gauge, 2" ball, 2-5/16" ball, ball retaining pin, lock plate key assembly, Keyed-Alike Hitch Receiver Pin, dust lock cover, 1 year warranty on hitch, and LIFETIME warranty on scale!
$234
This is fantastic! This would look just as fantastic on my 2017 F250 Powerstroke Diesel, if not more so. If you want something cheap, go get something else since this isn't it. This is your hitch if you're looking for quality. It's obvious that someone sat down and thought, "How can I build the best, highest quality, adjustable hitch that's extremely simple to use? they went ahead and carried it out.The value offered by the greater features, materials, and design more than makes up for the additional expense.The tongue weight gauge works flawlessly. gives a precise weight indication; guesswork or estimation is no longer necessary.The craftsmanship and construction quality are excellent. Simple design is what I need—I don't want complicated... I already have too many problems.Additionally, the adjustable hitch and receiver both have perfect matching latches.
4.5/5
Includes 1,200 pound weight distributing hitch, sway control and 2-5/16" hitch ball
1,200 pound maximum tongue weight capacity
Kit Includes: 1,200 lb. weight distributing hitch, sway control and 2-5/16" hitch ball
U-bolts and chain package are pre-installed on spring bars
Hitch ball and sway control ball are pre-installed and torqued to specification on adjustable ball mount
Maximum gross weight rating of 12,000 lbs
$234
My trailer was protected from "wagging the dog" by this device. That's a significant gain over using two to three lanes at 70 mph. The sway control friction device's front ball mount detached from the plate it is welded to. It looks that the penetration into the plate was insufficient as a welder. To fix that, there are two options available. One is to make the wire reach out a few millimeters farther and/or raise the amp potential. This won't create the nearly undetectable weld bead that the first product did. The alternative would be to follow the previous instructions while using a mounting plate made of thicker flat stock. In any event, the stupid thing fell apart. I'm currently on the Amazon website to order another plate/ball assembly for it, and the idiotic site's return page just gives me the option to leave a review or "purchase it again." The page with the return options is misplaced in their similarly faulty digital protocol. Nice. If Amazon or the seller reads this, thank you. More sway ball/plates should be sent. Please. Until you arrive, I must travel at a maximum speed of 50 mph. Tell my widow or the people behind me who are trying to travel anything close to the speed limit about it.UPDATE: I entered the product page using a different action button, and it directed me to a page with the manufacturer's phone number. I explained what had happened to the technician, and he has sent another plate/ball welded assembly. Nothing BS, no photo required, no papers to complete—just a simple request for my name and address. SMART. All that bureaucratic red tape costs the company far more than it does to make the component. I am now a lifelong customer for them. All ratings are 5 stars.
4.5/5
Provides everything needed to improve towing, safety and performance right out of the box
Fabricated head and welded hitch bar
Preinstalled and torqued sway control ball and 2-5/16" hitch ball, u-bolts and chains
Includes friction sway control and mounting hardware
10 year limited warranty
$234
Although I've only driven a few hundred miles on it, it appears to be in good functioning order. When turning and backing up, it looks to be somewhat noisy. I did set up the sway control, which I must remember to take out before backing up. I should add that the price was really reasonable. Of course, the retailer where I purchased my new trailer claimed to have the best available for $700! 214.00 was much more reasonable and did the trick! The packaging had a hole in it, but shipping was quick as well. But there's nothing lacking!
4.4/5
Attaches with easy socket and spring clip connectors
Double friction pads provide constant sway abatement
Eaz-Lift sway controls are easily released when road conditions do not warrant their use
Minimizes sway caused from passing trucks and sudden wind gusts
Will not reduce road clearance
$234
2013 tow vehicle 2015 Ford Expedition Trailer 35' Long Keystone Outback 7,427 lbs. (9000 lbs. GVWR)I had used a load distribution hitch a few times when towing my vacation camper. The trailer periodically swayed at highway speeds, which was a little unsettling. The sway was very noticeable when tractor trailers passed, and my truck's anti-sway system occasionally engaged to control it.Based on the length of my trailer, I made the decision to include this anti-sway bar in my setup in addition to the 48380 (passenger side unit). Only if the tow vehicle's hitch does not already have accommodations for a sway bar setup is welding necessary, since my load distribution hitch already had places to put each of the sway balls, thus welding was not necessary (If you are installing only one unit, you may want to consider part 48386 - a bolt on adapter that requires no welding).To mount the sway ball plate, it is necessary to drill 6 - 11/32" holes in the trailer's frame. In approximately 15 minutes, I was able to complete this and install the ball plate with the connected hardware (per side).What a difference it made when we traveled 1500 miles in 7 days with the trailer! The only time I experienced anything resembling wobble was when a tractor trailer passed me in the rear. When that happened, the trailer and my vehicle were GENTLY tugged in the direction of the truck that was passing, but it was quite simple to keep control.There is a "creaking" sound when turning rapidly to the right or left in city traffic; however, there is no noise at all when traveling on the highway.Some people have complained that having the sway bars in place makes it impossible to back up. The application is incredibly important in determining this. With both bars placed and fastened (engaged) or loose (disengaged), I had no problems backing up. When maneuvering the trailer into a "jack-knife" position, the instructions specify that there should be no binding or over extension. I checked this before backing up and, once again, had no problems.I STRONGLY advise purchasing this item. It has significantly improved my truck's towing performance and given me greater confidence when towing my trailer.
4.4/5
Minimizes sway caused from passing trucks and sudden wind gusts
Double friction pads provide constant sway abatement
Will not reduce road clearance
Eaz-Lift sway controls are easily released when road conditions do not warrant their use
Attaches with easy socket and spring clip connectors
$234
With our 8329SS, we used the recommended sway bar arrangement for approximately 1600 miles before deciding to double down. Our trailer just needs one sway bar, according to what we were told. The sway bar, it turned out, was not rated to support the entire weight of our trailer after all. We spent less than $80 installing the second sway bar before our most recent 400-mile trip to Paul Wolff Campground in Illinois. We have never had a more enjoyable towing experience than this one. I hope this makes towing less stressful for someone else.
4.3/5
CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting resilience to the elements, this weight distribution hitch with sway control is covered in a durable carbide black powder coat finish.Material:Blank
CONTINUOUS LUBRICATION. This CURT weight distribution hitch with sway control is equipped with an integrated lubrication system for smooth, quiet towing. The hitch head has two easy-access grease zerk fittings that provide continuous lubrication while towing.
LEVEL TOWING. This weight distribution hitch offers a smoother ride and improved control by distributing the tongue weight of the trailer across the vehicle-trailer combination and leveling the load. It also includes a trailer sway control bar to further enhance driver control by resisting trailer sway.
STANDARD FIT. To ensure maximum versatility, this stabilizer hitch comes with a highly adjustable 2-inch shank that fits virtually any industry-standard 2-inch trailer hitch receiver. It also includes a pre-torqued 2-5/16-inch trailer ball for ready coupling.
RELIABLE STRENGTH. This load-leveling hitch is constructed with a fabricated head and has 31-3/16-inch long forged steel spring bars. It is rated to tow 10, 000 to 14, 000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 1, 000 to 1, 400 lbs. tongue weight.
$234
Free delivery is available on this powerful hitch combo! Additionally, the 14,000 lb hitch/weight distribution system met all of my requirements. I tow a Keystone Laredo 39 feet long. This managed it admirably. As anticipated, the friction sway control was effective. This arrangement is obvious if you are an expert RVer. Because the lever action was too far away and the angle of the chain hooks would drive the chain off rather than carry it over, it was a little challenging to connect the chains up and draw the latch up to permit the weight distribution (had to have the hitch JUST BARELY on the ball). However, it's possible that was just how the RV dealer put everything up, and not a problem with the gear. As long as I own this trailer, this setup should be reliable. Excellent craftsmanship, $400 off the dealer-supplied (extra fee) hitch price, and it was just what I needed from Camping World. If you intend to tow a trailer that is already at or close to your tow vehicle's maximum, consider that it will add around 100 pounds to the rear of your truck and reduce your GVWR by the same amount. Very pleased with both the seller and this purchase.
Yes, a 1 ton truck needs a weight distribution hitch in order to tow a heavy trailer. The weight distribution hitch helps to distribute the weight of the trailer evenly between the truck and the trailer, which makes for a safer and more stable tow.
A weight distribution hitch is not required for a 3000 pound trailer, but it is recommended. A weight distribution hitch will help distribute the weight of the trailer evenly, which will help with towing and stability.
Yes, a 3500 pound trailer does need a weight distribution hitch. This is because the weight of the trailer is not evenly distributed and the hitch helps to distribute the weight more evenly. This helps to prevent the trailer from being overloaded on one side and makes towing the trailer easier.
Yes, a 5000 pound trailer does need a weight distribution hitch. This is because the weight distribution hitch helps to evenly distribute the weight of the trailer across the hitch and the tow vehicle. This helps to prevent the trailer from becoming unbalanced and making the tow vehicle difficult to control.
A weight distribution hitch is designed to evenly distribute the weight of a trailer and its contents across the axle of a tow vehicle. This can help to reduce sagging and improve towing stability.
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