A trailer hitch is a key component of a safe and stress-free towing experience. If you are new to the cargo trailer lifestyle, the following guide can help you better understand this essential part.

Hitching Equipment and Ball Attachments

A proper setup will include a compatible ball attachment. These are categorized based on their size.

Light-duty ball attachments, for example, are well-suited for a gross trailer weight of 2,000 to 3,500 pounds. Heavy-duty ball attachments, on the other hand, are geared towards a gross trailer weight of 6,000 to 30,000 pounds.

If your cargo trailer uses a gooseneck hitch, you will want to make sure you pair it with a gooseneck ball attachment.

Weight Limitations for Cargo Trailer Hitches

A hitch will have a maximum weight that it can handle - similar to how your tow vehicle and your cargo trailer have a weight limitation. It's important to avoid overloading your cargo trailer hitch, which can lead to damaging and dangerous results.

It's possible to upgrade the hitch so that you can have a higher weight limit, but keep in mind this won't increase the weight limit of the cargo trailer.

Understanding Tongue Weight

Tongue weight is the amount of downward force applied to the hitch by the tongue. This number helps you know what type of stress your cargo trailer hitch can handle. Around 10% of the cargo trailer's overall weight will rest with the tongue weight.

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