Tow Vehicle and Hitch Setup for Dump Trailer Rentals
Most full-size pickup trucks handle standard dump trailer rentals within the typical residential and light contractor weight range without issue. Two things to confirm before the rental date: the truck's rated towing capacity and the hitch ball size. The towing capacity needs to cover the combined weight of the trailer and the material being hauled.
Dump trailers commonly require a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball rather than the standard 2-inch ball found on many trucks. That size difference prevents proper coupler seating if the wrong ball is installed. Confirming both the towing capacity and hitch ball size before arriving at Big Rentals in Fort Worth keeps the rental process on schedule.