Use and Care Manual
7
CARGO WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
• It is extremely important to never exceed the maximum
cargo capacity.
• Maximum cargo capacities are for evenly distributed loads
which place the majority of the cargo’s weight directly
over both wheels evenly. A good example of this would be
hauling several sheets of plywood.
• Loads should also be placed to distribute equal weight to
both tires. This will balance your load and give you the
best wear on your tires.
• Never place more than 50% of the total cargo capacity on
one side of the trailer.
TONGUE WEIGHT CAPACITY
• It is extremely important to never exceed the maximum
tongue weight capacity. Over loading the tongue could
cause it to bend or break. A broken tongue could cause a
serious or fatal accident.
• Loads should be placed on the trailer so that proper weight
is applied to the tongue. The ideal tongue weight should
be 6% of the cargo weight but never over the max tongue
weight. Increase or decrease the tongue weight by moving
the load forward or backward.
• It is the users responsibility to understand what 125/220
pounds or less is.
SECURING TONGUE JACK
Tongue jack must be properly secured in the travel position
before moving the trailer (see image below). Simplies
coupling and uncoupling to a vehicle. Swivel wheel enables
easy trailer movement by hand. Jack easily clamps to tongue
and pivots up for travel.
CORRECT
INCORRECT
CONNECTING SAFETY CHAINS
Safety chains must be hooked up every time the trailer is in
use. To connect safety chains properly be sure they cross each
other and the open end faces the trailer (see images below).
Model Dimensions
GVWR
lbs/kgs
GAWR
lbs/kgs
Cargo Load
lbs/kgs
Net Wt.
lbs/kgs Standard Tires Upgrade Tire
Max.
tongue
wt. - lbs/
kgs
XRT 8-57 8’ x 57” 2140/969 2200/998 1800/815 290/132 5.30 x 12” -C 5.30 x 12” -C Mag 125/56
XRT 9.5-73 9.5’ x 73” 2800/1270 3000/1360 2200/998 480/218 205-75R14 Steel 205-75R14 Alum 220/100
XRT 11-73 11’ x 73” 2800/1270 3000/1360 2200/998 540/231 205-75R14 Steel 205-75R14 Alum 220/100
XRT 13-73 13’ x 73” 2800/1270 3000/1360 2200/998 570/258 205-75R14 Steel 205-75R14 Alum 220/100
Never exceed Trailers Max GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) and tongue weight capacity.
Trailers cargo load capacity is reduced by the weight of additional options such as ramps, gates or cargo caps.