Tow system ratings and considerations

August 1, 2026
Steve Spata
NTEA Senior Technical Assistance Director
Selecting and installing a towing system involves more than matching a hitch to a trailer. This article explains how gross combination weight rating (GCWR), gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), towing capacity, and hitch component ratings work together to support safe vehicle operation. Learn the key considerations that help upfitters properly specify towing equipment and avoid common misconceptions.
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