Fitting a weight distribution hitch to a Prado Kakadu
Fizzy Bear said
12:39 AM Feb 21, 2016
Just wondering if you need to fit the above when towing a 2450kg van as the Kakadu has air suspension ?
Snail said
06:58 AM Feb 21, 2016
Hi Fizzy Bear,
disappointment that a machine used as a tow vehicle is that the Prado's tow rating is pegged at 2500 kilograms for the long wheel base, yet the short wheel base Prado is 3000 kilograms. I know this is not answering your question just a reflection on the weight of your van.
KevinC said
06:58 AM Feb 21, 2016
Air suspension doesn't distribute the weight, so a WDH may be required. However the big question is whether Toyota recommend it for the Prado. Some manufacturers don't allow the extra stress of a WDH, some (like Jeep) recommend it. Do what the manufacturer says.
Fizzy Bear said
07:18 AM Feb 21, 2016
Thanks guys for your input, I guess I will need to contact Toyota to get the right answer.
peter_s said
02:42 PM Feb 21, 2016
Toyota do make a genuine wdh for the prado advertised in perth for $200
Just wondering if you need to fit the above when towing a 2450kg van as the Kakadu has air suspension ?
Hi Fizzy Bear,
disappointment that a machine used as a tow vehicle is that the Prado's tow rating is pegged at 2500 kilograms for the long wheel base, yet the short wheel base Prado is 3000 kilograms. I know this is not answering your question just a reflection on the weight of your van.
Toyota do make a genuine wdh for the prado advertised in perth for $200