Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 7-1/2" or 7" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 7-1/2" or 7" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW
Item # C17121
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CURT Accessories and Parts - C17121
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 7 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 7 Inch Drop
- CURT
- Round - 11 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 10 Inch Rise
12" Tall shank offers a 7-1/2" drop or 11-3/4" rise when used with round-bar models, a 7" drop or 10-1/2" rise when used with trunion-bar models. Fits 2" trailer hitch receivers in both rise and drop positions.
Features:
- Shank slides into your hitch receiver and provides the attachment point for your weight distribution system's head assembly
- Designed for use with Curt weight distribution systems
- 9 Adjustment points for attaching the head assembly
- Lets you level your trailer with your tow vehicle
- Drop or rise positions available to fit your application
- Black powder coated steel resists rust and corrosion
Specs:
- Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
- Weight capacity: 15,000 lbs
- Tongue weight: 1,500 lbs
- Overall shank height: 12"
- Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center
- Overall shank length: 16"
- Maximum drop:
- Round bar system: 7-1/2"
- Trunion bar system: 7"
- Maximum rise:
- Round bar system: 11-3/4"
- Trunion bar system: 10-1/2"
- Distance from center of shank pin hole to back of adjustment shank: 11"
- Distance from center of adjustment holes to center of shank pin hole: 12"
- Distance from front of shank to center of shank pin hole: 13"
17121 CURT Weight Distribution Shank
Customer Satisfaction Score:
96% were satisfied with this product
4% of customers were not satisfied
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Customer Reviews
Curt Weight Distribution Shank - 12" Long - 7-1/2" or 7" Drop - 1,500 lbs TW - C17121
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (23 Customer Reviews)
12" Tall shank offers a 7-1/2" drop or 11-3/4" rise when used with round-bar models, a 7" drop or 10-1/2" rise when used with trunion-bar models. Fits 2" trailer hitch receivers in both rise and drop positions.by: Dave W.10/27/2023
I needed more clearance between my tongue jack and tailgate. This item was the perfect fit. I also had an issue with the trailer not responding to steering inputs from my Ram 2500. The trailer was just too close to the truck and it responds great to steering inputs now. Very satisfied.
by: Michael12/11/2019
This shank was just what I needed for my application. The service and response time from etrailer was fantastic! I placed the order after 6:00pm Monday night, and had the box at my front door before noon on Wednesday. And, that was with standard (free) shipping.
by: Dan02/05/2023
Perfect solution for our 2016 Ford F350 and horse trailer. It's now perfectly level.
by: Kevin04/11/2018
My first try at 'RV Trailer' but after purchasing a used 31' Holiday Rambler I discovered I didn't like riding a Disney Tea Cup while pulling the trailer. Seems my receiver at 20" was actually 24" making the trailer tongue too high. My first order was not due to ship until after I left, contacted customer support and Vanessa researched my problems: Rock Tamers Heavy-Duty mud flaps and 4 inch drop. With the C17121 I modified the Rock Tamers and gained my drop with an extra 1.5" or one hole left. The customer service was beyond belief and the product arrive on time, packed as if it was an egg which was hard to do with all that solid steel, lots of solid steel. Overall 10 star experience for me...
by: Craig04/25/2018
I couldn’t be happier with the product or the service. Shawn called me when there was an issue with delivery on the product I ordered and did an awesome job of finding an alternative. Outstanding!
by: Dave I.07/31/2016
Received the hitch bracket and packaging was sufficience. The tongue is significantly longer than the standand tongue was. The bracket provided the correct drop I needed for my loadleveling hitch. It would have been better to see a picture of the bracket with dimensions prior to purchasing so I would have know what I was buying. It does work as designed.
by: K.L.01/03/2017
I am happy with this product. It allowed me to use a weight distribution hitch and drop it down low enough to keep the trailer level. It is heavy and well built. First time out I pulled a heavy trailer 1700 miles and it performed flawlessly.
by: Miguel08/18/2014
It fit perfectly on my lifted f250. Also it gave me enough flexibility because it's very adjustable so I'm very happy with the shank. I was able to use this shank with an existing weight alignment hitch that had circular bars for the weight distribution system. Thanks
by: Bill S09/09/2020
Hitch shank is for my new 2020 Ram 2500 and is exactly what I hoped for. Allows enough drop for level towing of my travel trailer. Nice surprise is I can open my tailgate with trailer hitched up. Ordered on Saturday and arrived Wednesday morning with free shipping. E-trailer comes through again, thanks.
by: Michael02/07/2019
I have a 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 4x4. The drop down works great with my bumper pull 24’ trailer. The trailer rows well and sits level.
by: Jim07/14/2020
Worked great for towing my camper with Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. The trailer tongue clears the spare tire now.
by: Reggie07/17/2015
Unbelievable service !! Cathy was awesome gave her the measurement for a drop hitch and she sent me exactly what I needed . Ordered on Wednesday at 9am and received it Thursday at 12pm . Everything was perfect. Unbelievable service!! Thank You !!
by: Ron b07/16/2016
Welds were not great. Voids and imperfect beads. Had to take to weld shop and pay to reinforce the welds. Welds weren't like the video or pictures. Didn't have time to send back because of impending Rv trip. So just reinforced the welds ground flat and repainted with Bed liner paint from rust oleum ????
by: christopher W06/12/2019
Works perfectly, bought it for my H2 because of the rear spare tire. Good buy!!
by: Bill 10/08/2021
The shank is perfect for pulling an airstream trailer. Service is perfect too
by: Scotty H.02/02/2016
Looking to add this to my setup since my stock shank only drops a total of 2". George J. You are the man!
by: Mark12/05/2019
I ordered, it arrived. So simple, yet sometimes doesn't work out so good. It worked out great! Thanks etrailer!
by: Ronald 09/28/2022
Very nice product, exactly as described, very heavy duty. Quality is definitely 5 star. Ordered on a Sunday arrived on Wednesday, fast shipping as usual.
by: Ted 10/31/2019
Received it quicker than anticipated. Great product.
by: Jane08/08/2017
Works great. Needed for 3/4 ton truck which sat too high.
by: Richard 07/31/2021
by: Russell 07/30/2022
by: Doug 09/09/2021
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Michael
12/12/2020
I have used this shank on my Tahoe for a year. It has performed perfectly. It allows the hatch door to be openedclosed while the trailer is connected.