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Tru-Hitch™ solves challenges with heavy duty towing
ATru-Hitch™ Fifth Wheel Towing Device solves many of the traditional problems associated with heavy duty towing. On a short wheelbase tractor, a Tru-Hitch™ can lift up to 32,000 pounds and tow up to a gross combined weight rating of 140,000 pounds. This lighter weight solution hauls heavy loads at highway speeds legally and safely.
Tows heavy loads and does not overload drive axles – the truck in tow simply becomes a semi-trailer. Weight transferred forward is properly imposed down on the fifth wheel.
Tractor does not need to be a long wheelbase because weight is only applied downward on the fifth wheel – when disconnected, the Tru-Hitch™ is free standing without the need for support arms, etc., ready to back under the next time you need it.
No lightened or unsafe steering when towing – because the load becomes a semi-trailer when using a Tru-Hitch™, the towing load is only placed at the fifth wheel so the steering axle of the towing tractor actually gains weight for optimum steering and braking.
A short wheelbase tractor with a Tru-Hitch™ can maneuver into areas not accessible by a long conventional tow truck.
Tru-Hitch™ is the safest heavy duty towing solution for the transporting and recovery needs of a heavy-duty tower. Visit www.truhitch.com for more information, or call 1-800450-8659 or 860-379-7772 to discuss how the Tru-Hitch™ can complement your towing fleet.