Bulldog Cast Head Coupler w/ Wedge Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 5-Position Channel - 14,000 lbs
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Bulldog Cast Head Coupler w/ Wedge Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 5-Position Channel - 14,000 lbs
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Bulldog Adjustable Trailer Coupler
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball Coupler
- Coupler with Bracket
- 14000 lbs GTW
- Trigger Latch
- Bulldog
- 8 Inch Height Adjustment
Durable cast coupler features the easy-to-use Wedge Latch for simple, quick hookup and comes with an 8" adjustable bracket that offers 5 positions for height variance.
Features:
- Heavy-duty coupler is ideal for utility, livestock, cargo and construction trailers
- Wedge-style latch is secure and easy to use
- Adjustable coupler mounts to channel bracket
- 5-position channel bracket and bolts included
Specs:
- Application: Bulldog adjustable channel bracket
- 8" Adjustable height
- Ball size: 2-5/16"
- Length: 9-1/4"
- Capacity: 14,000 lbs
- Limited 5-year warranty
A2565C0317 Bulldog Adjustable Channel Mount, Wedge-Latch Cast Head Coupler with 5-Position Bracket - 14,000 lbs
Item # BDA2565C0317
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Video Transcript for Bulldog Adjustable Trailer Coupler - Coupler with Bracket - BDA2565C0317 Review
Today we're going to take a quick look at the Bulldog cast head coupler with wedge latch, part number BDA2565c0317. Now Bulldog covers this coupler with a limited five year warranty and it has a gross trailer capacity of 14,000 pounds. Included with the coupler, is the piece of channel that you weld directly to the frame of your trailer. It's got five different positions that you can adjust the head to better suit your truck and trailer combination. Each of these holes is spaced two inches apart center to center. There's a pair of bolts and nylon lock nuts that you'll use to secure the head to the channel.
Now the coupler head is designed to work with 2-5/16 trailer balls. It has a wedge latch system we can take a look at from underneath. There is a wedge here that fits behind the back of the ball. So, to open that wedge, we'll take that latch, pull the trigger release below the handle and lift up on the handle. There's holes through the handle across our top mount here where you can stick a coupler lock that will hold the latch open while you're hooking up or unhooking your trailer.
When closed, you can feed your coupler lock through the second set of holes here and it will help prevent either the trailer from accidentally coming unhooked or also protect against theft while you have your trailer in storage. Now we'll take a quick look underneath and we'll have our 2-5/16 ball so we can show you how it works with a ball. Again we lift up the trigger underneath the handle and open the handle and you can see the wedge move up and out of the way. We'll take our ball, fit it into the socket and the wedge closes on its own around the ball. We have nice smooth movement between the ball and the coupler, which will mean the trailer will track nicely behind the truck, but it's also completely captive and the ball's not going to pop out on its own.
With the mounting holes in place you have eight inches of adjustable height. And that's it for a quick look at the Bulldog cast head coupler with wedge latch, part number BDA2565c0317.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
Customer Reviews
Bulldog Cast Head Coupler w/ Wedge Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 5-Position Channel - 14,000 lbs - BDA2565C0317
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (129 Customer Reviews)
Durable cast coupler features the easy-to-use Wedge Latch for simple, quick hookup and comes with an 8" adjustable bracket that offers 5 positions for height variance.by: Tony.H 08/27/2014
eTrailer was great to work with. Product Shipped way quicker than expected and there was no issues. I will definitely be going back to them in the future.
by: Arvon L.02/11/2018
As always, I have nothing but praise for eTrailer and their products. I love the BullDog hitches and use them on all of my trailers (I have quite a few) and I would definitely recommend them.
by: Don R03/26/2016
Great service from etrailer and great hitch. Don't count on the primer holding up long so paint asap.
by: Arvon P.01/29/2015
Just as I ordered. Friendly service and very timely delivery as always. Will order from eTrailer again. I ordered a second one very similar to this and they verified with me to make sure they weren't charging me double for the same thing. Great customer service
by: Lester11/02/2017
Should be perfect for what i'm doing. However, don't forget to buy a pin for the latch because it doesn't come with one. Also, the channel is 11.75 long if that helps
by: Ashley11/06/2016
Great product! Perfect for a trailer that is used by multiple tow vehicles. Very robust.
by: David05/22/2019
Very timely delivery of exceptional product. Etrailer is on my "to do business with".
by: John W06/22/2015
Very nice product and quality.
by: Mark Bird08/11/2016
Great product and easy to install. As always, great service and fast shipping at a great price!!
by: Gordon A.11/14/2014
Looks to be a great product, I have not installed is yet, and the shipping was exceptional.
I have boughten from them before and will do so in the futrue.
by: rgwin05/01/2014
Worked out very well. Very happy with fast shipping.
by: David 08/23/2018
Great price, quality product & fast ship. What more can a person ask for
by: Jim 07/04/2020
Fast . On time delivery.
by: Sean, S07/06/2014
prompt shipping
by: Sean, S07/06/2014
prompt shipping
by: JP12/09/2016
Received the order, just what I wanted, quick delivery, thanks,
by: Justin 10/18/2023
by: Trent 11/12/2016
Perfect match again thanks George
by: Adam06/05/2012
Haven't installed yet but seems to very well made coupler.
by: Justin L.01/05/2015
Works great on my nurse cart
by: Ed12/03/2022
by: Bob 09/19/2023
by: Kelli 07/19/2023
This is the only hitch my husband wanted. I ordered it but unfortunately it wasn’t immediately available. The people at ETrailer were awesome on keeping me posted on its availability and offered other items. He wanted this one, and they got it to him. Thank you!
by: Prairie Farms01/16/2024
Looks to be a great hitch. Excellent service and support! Will look forward to using the Bulldog hitch.
by: Wendy06/25/2021
I had to wait a bit for this one, but I wanted this TYPE of coupler so I can lock it with a master lock. This is HEAVY DUTY, really made well and to last more years than I have left on this earth! Easy for me (elder female) to use/easy to latch, unhook. Gives me a great feeling to KNOW this is latched solidly and WON'T jump off the ball...I am so happy with this coupler, and the wait was well worth it!! Photos show the new Bulldog coupler and the replaced white one on the ground.
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- What is the Outside Width of the Channel that Comes with Bulldog Trailer Coupler # BDA2565C0317I went out to the warehouse and measured the outside width of the channel that comes with Bulldog Cast Head Coupler # BDA2565C0317. The overall outside width is 3-9/16 inches and the inside width is 3 inches. I made a picture showing the outside width for you.
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- Coupler Lock Recommendation for a Fastway Universal Trailer Coupler Lock # FA86-0015-318The Fastway Universal Trailer Coupler Lock # FA86-0015-318 would be a great lock for the Bulldog Cast Head Coupler w/ Wedge Latch # BDA2565C0317 that you referenced. I attached review videos for both products for you to check out.
view full answer... - How to Get My Trailer to Ride Level behind my 2008 Toyota TundraThe channel is typically welded to the frame of the trailer. If your trailer is not riding level, it may be simpler to use a ball mount with a different drop size. I have added a link to all of our ballmounts below. I have also added a link to a page that shows you how to calculate what ball mount drop is the proper size for your truck and trailer. We also have a video that covers the subject as well.
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John W.
6/21/2016
Use it on 12,000 trailer no issues.