Weight Distribution Is Key. For stable towing, place roughly 60% of the cargo ahead of the trailer axle and 40% behind. This keeps the trailer from fishtailing and the truck from losing traction.

Figuring out how to place your cargo in or on the trailer is part science, part art. It’s easy to work out where to place a load that consists of a number of pallets that have similar weights. With ...

Weight Distribution Is Key. For stable towing, place roughly 60% of the cargo ahead of the trailer axle and 40% behind. This keeps the trailer from fishtailing and the truck from losing traction.

Lug American Style: Light Duty Trailers Carry the Load When You Can't. Lazelle Jones Writer Oct 06, 2008. ... This utility trailer has a dry weight of 350 pounds and a GVWR of 2200, ...

It’s important to connect the trailer to your truck before loading any cargo. Loading beforehand can cause the trailer to tilt backward or become unstable, leading to potential damage or danger.