Towing heavy loads and trailers is serious business. It is critical to outfit your towing vehicle with the best equipment to ensure a safe, stable and easy experience. As the name suggests, weight distribution
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Towing heavy loads and trailers is serious business. It is critical to outfit your towing vehicle with the best equipment to ensure a safe, stable and easy experience. As the name suggests, weight distribution hitches evenly distribute the weight of the load over the length of the tow vehicle and the trailer resulting in a level ride, better stability, improved braking and less strain. It also increases the tow capacity of the tow vehicle to the top end of its ability. Installing the weight distribution hitch will make the difference between a fraught journey and a comfortable ride.
A weight distribution hitch attaches to the rear of the tow vehicle near the bumper. The trailer is attached to the hitch at the ball mount and the weight is evenly dispersed between the trailer and tow vehicle via connecting spring bars. The spring bars play a critical role in ensuring a safe and smooth ride. The spring bars on either side of the hitch balance the trailer with the tow vehicle, impeding trailer sway over high-passes and through inclement weather.
We tested 10 weight distribution hitches and evaluated them based on quality, cost, sway prevention capabilities and additional features such as integrated systems and single-forged units. These are the top five that represent the best weight distribution hitches for your specific needs.
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