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Choosing the Right Trailer Jack: A Comprehensive Guide

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Choosing the Right Trailer Jack: A Comprehensive Guide


When choosing a trailer jack, it is vital to ensure that the jack's capacity and design match your needs. This article will detail how to choose the right type of jack based on the weight rating of your trailer and explain the functions and features of different jack stands.


Basic Requirements for Trailer Jacks

Whether you are replacing an old jack or choosing the right jack for a new trailer, one of the most critical criteria is capacity. Different trailers have different weight ratings (GVWR), so the jack's capacity must match the gross weight of the trailer. Here are some common reference data:


Trailer gross weight (lbs) Recommended jack capacity (lbs)

0-2,000 1,000-1,500

2,001-7,000 2,000

7,001-10,000 3,500-5,000

10,001-14,000 7,000

14,001-20,000 12,000

For example, if your trailer gross weight is between 14,001 and 20,000 pounds, you should choose a jack with a rated load capacity of at least 12,000 pounds.


Design features of heavy-duty trailer jacks

Today's heavy-duty trailer jacks are equipped with many features to improve the convenience and efficiency of operation. Here are the main features of a typical heavy-duty jack:


Support capacity: 12,000 pounds

Lifting capacity: 10,000 pounds

Total travel: 26 inches

Quick release design: can be lowered 13-5/8 inches immediately, reducing waiting time

Oversized base plate design: 8" x 8-1/2" base plate ensures the stability of the trailer when in use

Removable handle: The handle is 14 inches long for easy storage and operation

These designs not only enhance the stability of the jack, but also simplify the lifting process, especially for frequent use scenarios.


Swivel wheel and swing jack

If you need to install a swivel wheel on your trailer jack, a swing jack is the best choice. This type of jack is designed to prevent the wheel from touching the ground during towing. By using a "swing" bracket, you can maintain flexibility between the swivel wheel and the jack while increasing the safety of towing.


Jack Stand Types

Different types of jack stands are suitable for different installation needs. Here are some common types of stands:


Swivel stand: Fastens to the trailer tongue with U-bolts and nuts for easy installation.

A-frame stand: Suitable for installation on the standard hole opening of the trailer coupler.

Pipe welded stand: Suitable for situations where the jack and trailer tongue need to be connected by welding.

Bracket weld: Similar to the swivel stand, but fixed to the trailer tongue by welding.

Jack legs and drop leg feature

The drop leg is a convenient feature that allows users to quickly adjust the height of the jack without repeatedly shaking the handle. It allows the jack's foot plate to quickly approach the ground when parked and quickly retract during towing, saving time.


Conclusion

Whether you choose a standard fixed jack or need a more complex swing-type design, understanding the weight rating of the trailer, the type of bracket, and other features is the key to ensuring that you choose the right equipment. Ensuring that your jack can provide adequate support and security for the trailer is the first step to safe towing.

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