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Common Questions about Towing and Weight
By Product Expert | Posted in Tips & Tricks on Monday, October 17th, 2016 at 7:38 pm
How much do trailers, boats, and recreational vehicles weigh?
Every vehicle is going to have a different maximum towing capacity and it’s important to make sure to respect it, otherwise you’re not only putting your vehicle at risk for damage, but also your life and lives of other drivers on the road.
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Even if you’re not at fault in an accident, if your vehicle is clearly overloaded, your innocence might appear a little cloudy to others. This isn’t lecture, we just care about all drivers on the road, so let’s get into the commonly asked questions about how much trailers, boats, and recreational vehicles weight.
When loading up a trailer, it’s easy to forget accounting for the weight of it on top of whatever it is that you’re hauling. These are estimations, but to find out the exact weight of whatever it is that you’re towing along, simply refer to the owner’s manual to make sure you’re within the realm of your vehicle’s capabilities.
| Aluminum Trailer | Trailer Size | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 12-15-inches | 200 lbs | |
| 16-20-inches | 300 lbs | |
| Single Axle | 8-inch | 320 lbs |
| 10-inch | 360 lbs | |
| Recreational Vehicle Trailer | 8-inches (Carries two ATVs, Jestsksi, Snowmobiles, etc) |
350 lbs |
| 14-inches (Carries four ATVs, Jestsksi, Snowmobiles, |
980 lbs | |
| Recreational Vehicles and Outdoor Gear | Popup Camper | 600 lbs |
| Jetski | 350 lbs | |
| ATV | 350-400 lbs | |
| Snowmobile | 450 lbs |
