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If you read the fine print, yes it may rated at 15,000 lbs, but probably with a weight distribution setup. Almost every sticker I've seen on the hitches for the rated capacity have 4 numbers: Weight Carrying (straight ball or pintle hitch) GVW, Weight Carrying Tongue Weight, Weight Distribution GVW, Weight Distribution TW. Figuring 10% tongue weight, a 15,000lb trailer will have a TW of 1500lbs. That's a lot. To the OP, an 8000lb trailer will have a TW in the ballpark of 800lbs loaded which is fine for the hitch, but it will give you a much better ride and much more stable towing platform with the WD setup. Trust me, I've been there.
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'05  F-250 XLT 6.0 auto CC/SB 4x4 ESOF riding on BFG Rugged Trail's. Bone stock 'cept for the Sirius radio and tonneau cover  82k miles. Turbo replaced during previous ownership. HPOP fitting let loose, recall at 75k. 
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