Is the ProPride hitch worth it?
John Castro
Published Mar 21, 2026
Is the ProPride hitch worth it?
5.0 out of 5 stars WORTH EVERY PENNY! I absolutely love this hitch! I just finished a 2500 mile trip towing a 7,200 lb travel trailer with an ’08 Chevy 2500 HD. My 3P kept that trailer right in line behind my truck both times and enabled me to make the maneuvers I needed to make to avoid a serious collision.
Can you back up with Hensley hitch?
There are no hassles backing with our PrPride/Hensley. It is completely predictable backing up, it does not swing immediately to one side but articulates with its range.
Is the Hensley hitch a weight distribution hitch?
Yes, the weight distribution is part of the Hensley Arrow or Cub package. The spring bars come in sizes of 550, 800, 1000, and 1400lbs.
How much does a Hensley hitch cost?
The Hensley Hitch is the only hitch on the market guaranteed to Eliminate Trailer Sway. The Hensley Hitch starts at $2420 reconditioned when available. Call us for our current promotions on a new hitch.
How much does Propride 3P weigh?
The total weight of the 3P hitch is 195 lbs. This is approximately 75-100 lbs more than most conventional hitches so that is the difference you will see in hitch weight.
How much does a Hensley Hitch cost?
Who invented the Hensley hitch?
Jim Hensley designed the original Hensley Arrow(R) towing system and it was the standard for over 13 years. NOW he has done it again with an updated and improved design for today’s travel trailers.
How does the Hensley hitch work?
The Hensley Arrow uses a converging linkage system, which only allows the trailer to turn by forces applied by the tow vehicle and never by forces applied to the side of the trailer, such as wind or uneven roads. It works as a uni-directional tool.
Does Propride hitch add tongue weight?
A 2″ ball is available for smaller trailers. The total weight of the 3P hitch is 195 lbs. This is approximately 75-100 lbs more than most conventional hitches so that is the difference you will see in hitch weight. Tongue weight is not hitch weight.
Does hitch Add to tongue weight?
The True Tow Weight Distribution Hitch helps spread the tongue weight of the load off of the rear axle and levels it out across the other axles to restore balance. To get a better understanding of what is happening, this weight distribution is much like a wheelbarrow.