Load the heaviest items as close to the trailer floor as possible.

Position the heaviest items centrally between the left and right trailer tires.

Place the heaviest items directly over or slightly forward of the trailer axle.

The final vertical load on the trailer hitch ball should be approximately 10–15% of the loaded trailer’s total weight.

The vertical load on the trailer hitch ball must not exceed approximately 10% of the maximum towing capacity.

Select a ball mount with the proper rise or drop when the trailer is connected.