subject: Weight Distribution Hitch [print this page] A weight-distributing hitch is a "Weight Uniforming" hitch. This equipment is basically a set of hitch which is mounted on the tow vehicle that uses spring bars under tension to distribute part of the trailer's hitch weight from the towing vehicle's rear axle to the towing vehicle's front axle and to the trailer's axle.
The function of Weight distributing hitch is to level the tension which coming on vehicle. This is the hitch which need for truck & trailer, giving the vehicle a better ride and sway control.
In the mechanism of Weight distributing hitch the rotating latches enable to hook up in spring bars quicker and with less hassle than the competition. Just lay the chain on the latch and rotate it to the locking position. These latches are available as Clamp-On or Bolt-On. The clamp on model latch slips on trailer and is secured with a set bolt; this allows easily move it to different trailers. The bolt on model latch, drill holes and bolt it to trailer making it more permanent to trailer. An example of which one to purchase, the model BXW0550 comes with a clamp on latch, the BXW0551 comes with a bolt on latch and the rest of the hitch is the same.
There are different types of weight-distributing hitches available:
Blue Ox Sway Pro Weight Distribution Hitch
Eaz-Lift Pro Star Weight Distribution Hitch 550lb & 1200lb
Eaz-Lift Weight Distributing Distribution Hitch
Eaz-Lift Weight Distribution Hitch w/ Sway Control & Ball
Trunnion & Round Bar Weight Distribution Distributing equalizer Hitch
Blue Ox Weight Distributing technology is the Sway Pro. Trailer sway is minimized while towing heavy loads, enduring high winds, and traveling over rutted roads while taking advantage of the 4 points of adjustment allowing you to set the amount of control required for your specific cargo or driving conditions.
Features of Blue Ox Weight Distribution Hitch:
Easy hook up & disconnect.
Spring bars snap into the head sockets. They cannot fallout.
Head angle conveniently adjusted by a thumbscrew.
Four separate points of adjustable contact to control trailer sway.
Easy to operate bracket lock that automatically secures the tongue bracket into place and just as easily releases it with the simple push of a lock pin.
Weight Distribution Hitch, supplied by Hitches Couplers Inc., is classified into the following models:
