We want to take the guess work out of towing a trailer. Below are the main requirements for towing any of the trailers that we have for rent.
Towing Vehicle for Flagstaff 10′ Tent Trailer
-Trailer Dry Vehicle Weight = 1,493 lbs.
-Can be towed by most 6 cylinder cars, vans, and sport utility vehicles.
-Check with your car manufacturer for tow ratings of your vehicle. Tow ratings for compact cars (4 cylinder motor) are questionable.
Towing Vehicle for Shamrock
-Trailer Dry Vehicle Weight = 3524 lbs (19ft Shamrock) – 5,484 lbs(29FBSS Superlite)
-WE RECOMMEND ELECTRIC BRAKES TO PULL.
-Can be towed by most sport utility vehicles and pick-up trucks.
-Check with your vehicle’s manufacturer guideline for tow ratings.
Trailer Hitches and Wiring
-A wiring plug with a “flat four” plug or a “7-way round” plug wiring harness is required.
Standard Flat Four Plug (most cars & vans)
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Standard 7 way round plug (most pick-up trucks)
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-2″trailer ball is required. Weight distribution bars, receiver and ball will be supplied at no extra cost.
-Trailer Hitch assembly required is a secured Class II assembly that is complete with a receiver ball mount. (draw bar / tongue bar)
For more information check out the 2017 Tow Guide.