Equal-i-zer 16K
For the heaviest bumper pull travel trailers and toy haulers, up to 16,000 lb, where sway control matters most.
Amazon $699.08$699.08
The Equal-i-zer 16K is the better weight distribution hitch overall, rated 4.6 to 4.3. The Equal-i-zer 16K leads on sway control and tongue weight. The CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K wins on price. The CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K costs $256.01 less ($443.07 vs $699.08).
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CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K
A low cost heavy duty kit for trailers up to 15,000 lb. Owners of long travel trailers may want built in sway control instead.
Amazon $443.07$443.07
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Equal-i-zer 16K for sway control (integrated sway control (4-point friction) vs friction sway bar included (friction sway control #17200)) and tongue weight (up to 1,600 lb tongue weight vs up to 1,500 lb tongue weight).
- Choose the CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K for price ($443.07 vs $699.08).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 10,000 lb weight distribution hitch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Equal-i-zer 16K | CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.6/5 | 4.3/5 |
| Sway control 30% | 100 integrated sway control (4-point friction) | 50 friction sway bar included (friction sway control #17200) |
| Price 30% | 58 $699.08 | 92 $443.07 |
| Tongue weight 15% | 100 up to 1,600 lb tongue weight | 83 up to 1,500 lb tongue weight |
| Warranty 25% | 100 lifetime warranty | 100 lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Equal-i-zer 16K | CURT 17422 Trunnion 15K | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratings | ||
| Trailer up to | 16,000 lb | 15,000 lb |
| Tongue weight | up to 1,600 lb | up to 1,500 lb |
| Build | ||
| Sway control | Integrated | Add-on bar |
| How sway control works | 4-point friction | friction sway control #17200 |
| Spring bars | Trunnion | Trunnion |
| Shank included | Yes | Yes |
| Ball included | No | Yes |
| Hitch weight | - | 105 lb |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |