Compact Trucks are versatile and efficient, but when winter weather hits or road conditions become slick, they can struggle with traction. The lighter rear end of an unloaded compact truck often leads to wheel slippage, reduced control, and a less confident driving experience. Fortunately, the ShurTrax Midsize/Compact Pickup Traction Weight offers a simple yet highly effective solution to enhance your compact truck’s stability and handling in all seasons.
Experience Enhanced Handling and Safety
Adding weight over the rear axle is a well-known method to improve traction in trucks, but traditional solutions like sandbags or concrete blocks can be messy, unsafe, and even illegal in some areas due to their potential to become dangerous projectiles. ShurTrax provides a safer and cleaner alternative. This innovative traction weight system adds up to 300 pounds of weight directly where it’s needed most, over the rear wheels, significantly improving handling and control. Say goodbye to wheel hop and hello to smoother acceleration, enhanced cornering, and confident braking, even in challenging conditions.
This added weight translates to a more stable and predictable ride, whether you’re navigating spring rains, tackling icy roads, or simply seeking better control on everyday drives. The ShurTrax system ensures that your compact truck maintains optimal grip, giving you peace of mind and enhanced safety for you and your passengers.
Key Features of ShurTrax Traction Weight
The ShurTrax Traction Weight is engineered for durability and ease of use. Constructed from super tough, UV-resistant vinyl reinforced with a woven nylon mesh, it’s built to withstand harsh weather and demanding use. Inside, die-electrically welded baffles with relief holes prevent water surging during turns, stops, and starts, ensuring consistent weight distribution and preventing unwanted shifts in vehicle balance.
Installation is incredibly simple. Just place the ShurTrax in your compact truck bed – it’s designed to fit almost any model with dimensions of 56” x 48” x 3” (and 40” between wheel wells). Secure it with four tarp straps, fill it with up to 40 gallons of water using the included Super Union Water Connection Fitting, and you’re ready to go. When extra weight is no longer needed, simply drain the water and the ShurTrax folds or rolls up for convenient storage, taking up minimal space until you need it again.
ShurTrax is compatible with a wide range of compact trucks, including popular models like Chevrolet Colorado, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Ford Ranger, and more. For step-side pickups, simply fold in the “corner ears” before filling for a perfect fit. You can even haul up to 500 lbs on top of the ShurTrax when it’s filled, adding to your truck’s utility (taking care to protect the vinyl surface).
Versatile and Convenient for Year-Round Use
Beyond winter driving, ShurTrax is beneficial in various conditions. It improves handling in heavy rain and on loose surfaces, making it a valuable addition for year-round performance enhancement. Furthermore, when drained, the ShurTrax can be used to transport up to 12 gallons of water for tasks like construction, landscaping, or recreation (though it is not approved for potable water storage).
Backed by a Robust Warranty
ShurTrax stands behind the quality of their product with a 3-year No-Hassle warranty against defects in materials and manufacturing. This warranty provides assurance and demonstrates the brand’s commitment to customer satisfaction and product longevity.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Vinyl Chloride, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
