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Trailer hitch recommendation for 15k lbs towing behind F-250?

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Old 05-01-2024, 08:10 AM
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Default Trailer hitch recommendation for 15k lbs towing behind F-250?

Hello. I would appreciate advice regarding a trailer hitch for a 2017 F-250.

My truck has 15,000 lbs of tow capacity (6.2L V8 with 4.3 AR) and 3,117 lbs of cargo capacity. With a total trailer weight of 15,000 lbs then I believe the tongue weight should be ~between 1,500lbs and 2,250 lbs (10-15%). The bottom of the 3" hitch receiver is ~20" above the ground, so I believe I need a ~6" drop.

I think I want a hitch which has weight distribution bars for more stable towing, but I also want to be able to use it with the bars removed, for example when towing a small trailer.

Do any of you recommend a trailer hitch system which can tow 15,000 lbs with at least 1,500 lbs tongue weight, with removable weight distribution bars, and which is fairly affordable? Or should I post this question on a different forum?

This one looks pretty good, and is only $236, but it apparently only has a 2.5" drop (but a 6.5" rise). I am waiting to hear back from Vevor to see if I can flip it around to get a 6.5" drop:
VEVOR Weight Distribution Hitch, 1,500 lbs Weight Distributing Hitches Kit with Sway Control for Trailer, 2-In Solid Steel Shank, 2-5/16 in Alloy Steel Ball, Powder Coated Load Leveling Hitch, Black
https://www.vevor.com/trailer-hitch-c_10337/vevor-weight-distribution-hitch-1-500-lbs-weight-distributing-hitches-kit-with-sway-control-for-trailer-2-in-solid-steel-shank-2-5-16-in-alloy-steel-ball-powder-coated-load-leveling-hitch-black-p_010174107812?

This one looks decent: Camco Eaz-Lift ReCurve R3 1,200lb Weight Distribution Hitch | Features 1,400lb Max Tongue Weight Rating, 2-5/16-inch Ball has a 15,000lb Max Rating, and Adjustable Sway Control | (48753):
https://a.co/d/4Y8jPrf

Thank you,
Erik
 
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