CURT 17422 Short Trunnion Bar Weight Distribution Hitch with Sway Control
- 15,000 lbs gross trailer weight, 1,500 lbs tongue weight
- 2-inch shank, 2-5/16-inch ball
- Forged steel square spring bars, black powder coat
- Sway control unit included
- Hook-up brackets, safety chains, ball, pin and clip included
- 105 pounds, limited lifetime warranty
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A complete trunnion bar hitch aimed at travel trailers, supplied ready to hook up. It is heavy, and the tow vehicle limits still apply.
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ASIN: B00FLXTNFYModel: 17422Category: Weight Distributing Hitches
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Overview
A buyer hooking up a travel trailer gets the head, spring bars, brackets, safety chains, ball, pin and clip in one box. The hitch levels the rig and spreads tongue weight across the axles of both tow vehicle and trailer.
A sway control unit comes with it, though the maker notes that a weight distribution hitch is not a sway control by itself. The shank suits class three, four and most class five hitches, and a larger replacement shank may be needed on heavier ones.
Who it's for
A truck owner towing a camper near the upper end of the rating will use both the leveling and the sway unit. Anyone whose vehicle cannot carry the tongue weight should not rely on the hitch rating alone.
Pros and cons
- Sway control unit included
- Forged steel spring bars
- Complete kit with chains and ball
- Black powder coat resists rust
- Heavy to handle
- May need a larger shank on heavier hitches
- Vehicle limits still apply
Performance notes
Spring bars lift the trailer tongue and shift load onto the tow vehicle's front axle and the trailer axles, which levels the rig. The sway unit adds friction against side-to-side movement. Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component.
Specifications
| Brand | CURT |
|---|---|
| Model | 17422 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Tongue weight rating | 1,500 lbs |
| Shank | 2-inch |
| Ball | 2-5/16-inch |
| Item weight | 105 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Towing capacity | 15,000 lbs |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Carbon Steel |
| Finish | Powder Coated |
| Included components | |
| Included | Trunnion WD hitch, sway control, hook-up brackets, safety chains, ball, pin and clip |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |
| Other details | |
| Spring bars | Forged steel, square |
Frequently asked questions
What hitch classes does the CURT 17422 work with?
It is compatible with class 3, 4 and most 5 hitches. A 2-1/2 inch replacement shank may be required on Xtra Duty and Commercial Duty.
Does it include sway control?
Yes, it includes a sway control unit.
What is in the box?
The head, spring bars, hook-up brackets, spring bar safety chains, a trailer ball, and a pin and clip.
Do I still check my vehicle limits?
Yes. The listing says never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component.