Towing knowledge

Know the numbers behind the hitch

Practical explanations designed to help you collect better inputs and understand the result—not replace your labels or owner’s manual.

Payload vs. towing capacity

The advertised tow rating is only one limit. Learn why people, cargo, hitch hardware, and tongue weight can use up payload first.

Understand target ranges, payload impact, measurement, and the balance between too little and too much tongue weight.

See how vehicle and trailer weights combine—and why this rating must be checked separately from tow rating and payload.