General Safety Information
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pounds, should have 20-25% of 12,000 pounds (2400-3000 lbs.) on the
gooseneck. A dump trailer will have the proper weight distribution if the
load is evenly distributed in the dump body. For non-flowable (discrete)
loads locate the load such as to provide the proper tongue weight. After
loading, be sure to check that none of the axles are overloaded.
Tongue Weight as a Percentage of Loaded Trailer
Weight
Type of Hitch Percentage
Ball Hitch (or Bumper Hitch) 10–15%
Gooseneck Hitch
Fifth Wheel Hitch
20–25%
Towing stability also depends on keeping the center of gravity as low as
possible.
^ WARNING
Improper tongue weight (load distribution) can result in loss of control of
the trailer, leading to death or serious injury.
Make certain that tongue weight is within the allowable range.
Be sure to:
• Distribute the load front-to-rear to provide proper tongue weight (see
chart). For dump trailers, a flowable load should be evenly
distributed throughout the body
• Distribute the load evenly, right and left.
• Keep the center of gravity low.
2.2.11 Shifting Cargo
Since the trailer “ride” can be bumpy and rough, you must secure your
cargo so that it does not shift while the trailer is being towed.
Trailers
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