Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler - 21,000 lbs
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Price: $223.09
Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler - 21,000 lbs
Item # T4853100
Our Price: $223.09
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Dexter Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - T4853100
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball Coupler
- 3 Inch Channel
- Standard Coupler
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- Dexter
- Trigger Latch
Perfect for your heavy-duty towing needs, this rust-resistant, extended-length coupler is designed to be bolted onto your trailer's tongue.
Features:
- Extended length provides reinforcement for heavy-duty towing
- Zinc plating is corrosion resistant
- Durable steel construction
- Easy-to-use, trigger-style latch
- SAE J684 certified
- Bolt-on installation
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Ball size: 2-5/16"
- Mounting: 3" wide channel tongue
- Capacity: 21,000 lbs
- 1-Year warranty
074-350-00 Dexter Axle Extended Coupler - 2-5/16"
Replaces Titan 4853100
Video of Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler - 21,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Titan Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - Standard Coupler - T4853100 Review
Speaker 1: Today we're going to take a look at the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight Tongue Coupler for 2-1/2" hitch balls. It has a 21,000 pound weight capacity.This is perfect for your heavy duty towing needs. It's a rust resistant, extended length coupler, designed to be bolted onto trailer's tongue. The extended length will provide reinforcement for heavy duty towing. It has a nice zinc plating to it, which is corrosion resistant. It is a durable steel construction.
It does use the easy-to-use trigger style latch, you can see, to open it just like that. Then when you close it, it'll lock right into place.This is SAE J684 certified, and it is a bolt-on installation. This part is made in the U.S.A.Again, it's designed to fit a ball size of 2-5/16ths diameter. I happened to pull a hitch ball in that size just to show you how this would connect. You just pull your trigger latch all the way open, and you can drop that right on there.
Then if you release your trigger latch, you can see that it locks it right into place. Then to remove it, just pull open on your trigger latch, and you can take the ball right out. Again, the capacity on this is 21,000 pounds.Going to give you a few measurements on this. It is designed to fit a 3" wide channel tongue. Overall length from the edge here to the very back is 16-1/2".
The channel length section, which is here to here, is going to be right at 9-1/2". The height from the very bottom to the very top is going to be right at 4" tall. The overall width, from outside to outside, is going to be right at 3-5/8". The inside is right at about 3-1/8". On the mounting holes, the measurement center to center on the two smaller inner holes is 3".
On the two larger outer holes is 5" center to center.But that should do it for the review on the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight Tongue Coupler for 2-1/2" hitch balls, and it has a 21,000 pound weight capacity.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
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Customer Reviews
Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler - 21,000 lbs - T4853100
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (106 Customer Reviews)
Perfect for your heavy-duty towing needs, this rust-resistant, extended-length coupler is designed to be bolted onto your trailer's tongue.by: Will M.05/23/2019
Excellent company, shipping, customer service, first of all!
Love the new 2-5/16" hitch coupler! Now I don't have to flip the ball when going between my band equipment trailer (lead guitarist in a rock/blues/country band), and the boat!!! I only used 3 bolts since my old surge brake hitch coupler only utilized two of the 1/2" bolts. I drilled the trailer for the 3rd rear/lower 1/2" bolt using schedule 8 yellow zinc bolts and hardware. SOLID!!!
etrailer.com for ALL your needs!!! I'll be converting and rebuilding the front axle brakes in the off-season. Already have the electro-hydraulic unit.
by: the Jettywolf04/21/2022
Of course, none of the holes lined up. So me and "Macgyver" had our work cut out for us. In saltwater my old coupler lasted 15 years till it rusted so bad I was afraid it would break apart. So this time I painted it with the same non-skid paint that's on my aluminum boat deck. Some serious stuff. But first I cleaned it thoroughly, used primer, then the no-skid paint. I step on this coupler 200+ days a year with saltwater feet. This one was a lot more HD than my old one. A bit longer and just plain nicer over all. I hope now to get 20 more years out of this VERY expensive unit...reason for 'not' 5 stars. Dang almost $XXX when all said and done? That's A LOT! I KNOW, the shipping isn't cheap, but I am. Last year all new galv. rims and tires from etrailer and what a great deal that was! So, I guess I shouldn't complain, Okay, 4.75 stars, cuz no one is perfect.
The J.
4/22/2023
AFTER USEAGE, ITS A PAIN. THE LATCH DOESNT SNAP OVER PERFECTLY EZ. IT SEEMS TO BE HANGING UP. MY OLD RUSTY SLID OVER THE BALL FINE, AND THE LATCH WENT DOWN FINE. THIS ONE DOESNT. I USUALLY HAVE TO PULL FORWARD, AND SLAM ON THE TRUCK BREAKS, AND THE TRAILER WILL ROCK BACK AND FORTH, AND THE LATCH WILL FINALLY FALL OVER ENOUGH TO ADD THE LOCK, THRU THE HOLES. ALWAYS A ADDITIONAL STEP!!
Katrina B.
5/4/2023
That sounds way more difficult than it should be. Let me get you over to our customer service department for them to look into this for you.
The J.
5/4/2023
well thats what it does. as if the hitch isnt going on my perfectly fine on my greased ball. Ive learned to live with it, and move on. Could be just fine for the net person.
by: Mike S03/12/2015
Fit and finish outstanding! I am not an engineer but i would have like to see the bolt holes about 1/4in further apart. The lock washers and bolt heads are so close they touch the other bolt head.
If this was made to fit an existing hole pattern there is nothing you can do... Mine was a fresh tube install and that was my only problem.
Now I just have to reinstall the safety chains that were welded on.
Thanks much for the great part!
by: Ben07/13/2022
Fits like a glove. Now all my trailers use the same size ball. Made in the USA.
by: Ray03/27/2018
You folks are GREAT!!!!! Say I looked around the world for one of these particular coupler 2 5/16 Ball w 3 in. channel. I received it today like I just ordered A few days ago. Thank you guys and will be shopping YOUR store more often. Have a Great day.
Ray
4/13/2019
The Tongue Coupler is a great product. Yes I looked everywhere for a decent coupler till I found you. yep. So yeah I am very satisfied Thank you and I need a new trailer now haha. ok later.
by: Kai07/07/2021
The etrailer.com Website made it easy for me to find the right part for my trailer. My part arrived in perfect shape and way faster than I was expecting it to be delivered(Hawaii). I will be ordering more from them in the near future for sure. Now I can get back on the fish! Mahalo and Aloha! Kapaa,Kauai HI 96746
Kai
7/8/2022
1 year after purchasing this trailer part its been working out great! Even with the high use and super salty Hawaiian weatherwater its been holding up fine and I feel it will hold up for a long time to come. I really made the right decision by ordering this from etrailer.com and am in the process of ordering a new heavy duty trailer jack to replace my exisiting one that has done its job for me and my boat over the past 21 years so it will be retired and put into light duty on a smaller carry all trailer so it is still being used and appreciated.Cant wait to get the new addition to my family from etrailer.com trailer jack Aloha!!
by: Andy05/26/2019
Coupler works good and is nice and tight, so it won't rattle. It fit right up to the bolt pattern on the EZ loader trailer. Like the fact that the coupler fits over the trailer frame, instead of sitting on top. Less things to trip over, and looks better. Used this to get rid of the surge brake coupler after converting the trailer to electric over hydraulic brakes.
by: Peter D12/31/2016
Overkill for the boat trailer but now all three of my trailers have 2 5/16 couplers
Peter D.
1/3/2018
Works great
by: Paul03/01/2018
I bought this to replace a tongue with a hydraulic brake system that was no longer in use due to an electric brake upgrade. It fit on the trailer with no problems. The holes matched right up. Its a good quality steel with a great finish. The only issue I have is the locking mechanism is very finicky and getting it to lock or unlock can be a chore. I am hoping it just needs to be broken in and will get smoother with use. Other than that its been a great replacement.
by: Paul s construction 08/12/2014
Only place I found it. Had to modify to fit which worked out perfect. Was delivered in a couple days and makes it easier to have the same ball size on all the trucks. Expert company with great service
by: William 05/09/2021
Direct bolt-on for the Titan 10 Surge coupler I removed.
William
5/10/2022
Rock solid still.
by: Paul05/01/2016
Great product with excellent craftsmanship.
I used it to replace a 2" ball bolt on coupler so all of my trailers are consistent.
The only minor complaint is the 1/2" holes are too close to the 5/8" holes, so when I put the washer on the 5/8" holes I was not able to drill the 1/2" holes unless I was to get creative and start grinding down washers for clearance.
Seeing as I mounted it on a trailer with a 7000# GVW and it will never come close to the 21000# rating. I feel confident in using just the two 5/8" bolts. The coupler it replaced only had two 1/2" bolts holding it on.
by: Brian K04/22/2014
I wanted both my trailers to have a 2 5/16 coupling to save keep changing tow balls. This item was perfect, it is very heavy duty and replaced the 2" coupling on my boat trailer without any further drilling. The locking mechanism is very good and positive. The price was great and the shipping was excellent, ordered on Monday, delivered on Wednesday. It doesn't get any better than that!
by: Big Daddy Kauai05/30/2013
First time with etrailer. Nice user friendly website. Badass trailer coupler destined for serious abuse towing a large boat over rough roads to remote, poorly maintained launch sites. Arrived ahead of schedule accompanied by a follow-up email. Thanks e-trailer
P.S. More trailer parts to be ordered soon! BD
by: Richard W.12/13/2016
Great product at a good price. Product would have gotten 5 stars if there wasn't a little area on one side where something messed up the finish (almost looks like a splotchy area that has some acid splattered on it?). Small area so I will live with it. Very nice heavy duty coupler.
Richard W.
12/13/2017
I am still happy I bought this heavy duty coupler, BUT one thing... It is a little hard to get it to lock down on the ball it hangs up. We have an electric jack, so we play with up and down a little, and try to move the trailer back and forth a little, and it locks down - but it is finicky. Once locked down, I have total faith that it is there to stay though! It unlocks easily every time though, so thats good.
by: Joe V06/26/2013
Great product, I was tired of my trailers not all being 2-5/16" balls, so now I don't have to have different hitches on the trucks.
by: Roger E.12/06/2012
I used this coupler to replace the 2" coupler on a recently purchased tow dolly. My other trailers have 2 5/16" couplers and I preferred to commonize all towed units to eliminate any possibility of mis-applying a ball size. In addition, I like the security of an oversized coupling.
by: Michael T. 09/09/2016
Top shelf products, excellent selection, awesome prices. Converting a tandem trailer to electric brakes, these guys had it all from bolt on coupler to the new drums! Love these guys!
by: Troy08/01/2019
Once again I made a purchase from etrailer and I am very happy with the merchandise. Everything I have purchased from a trailer ball to more than one set of tires for multiple trailers has been well above average. Very fast processing of my order and the delivery.
The customer service is what really pushes my rating to a 5. Everyone is not only knowledgeable but great people who are always happy to help.
And no, I was not paid to give this review and I am a real customer.
Great company to do business with.
by: Bryan R09/22/2016
The trailer hitch works great on my cattle hauler, I no longer worry about becoming disconnected. Very good bargain on the cost.
by: Tim 05/05/2021
Well built and never jams. If you are going from hydraulic to electric brakes this is the hitch for you.
by: Mike L.09/27/2012
Product was recieved on time and just as pictured in review. Installation was east with pre-drilled holes. Ordering was fast and easy and Etrailer representative handled all my questions quickly.
I will highly reccomend E-Trailer for trailer parts and needs.
by: Jerry S09/10/2020
Strong-sturdy and solid. would recommend for any two axle trailer.
Jerry S.
9/11/2021
Still works and looks like new, which is amazing since it is surrounded by salt air here in Hawaii.
by: Randall 02/12/2021
Heavy duty coupler as described, order was processed fast and smooth as always with e trailer. Adam E takes care of business each time , he knows his products, Thanks Rg
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See what our Experts say about this Dexter Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Can A 5 Bolt Trailer Coupler Be Installed Using 3 BoltsI did confirm with Titan that with this high of a capacity of coupler, the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 will definitely require the use of all 5 bolts. They see commonly where holes are drilled to allow for all 5 bolts to be installed if need be. That being said the Buyers Products Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler # 3370091562 is also a suitable replacement designed to use 3 bolts and provides sufficient capacity for your trailer. I have included videos for both...
view full answer... - Locks for Use with Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler T4853100Yes, a coupler lock can be used on the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100. If you want to secure the trailer when it is not hitched, you can use the etrailer.com Coupler Lock # e98894 or the similar # e98895. Both of these prevent someone from hitching to your coupler. If you prefer a coupler latch lock you can use # 2847DAT from Master Lock. This type of lock works with the trailer coupled or not.
view full answer... - Parts Needed To Convert Surge Brakes To EOH BrakesI do have an option for you, but there is not a standard coupler that matches the dimensions of your surge brake actuator. The best option is to have a qualified welder add a 3" wide tongue to replace your surge brake actuator and the you can bolt on a standard coupler like the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100. To switch from surge disc brakes to electric over hydraulic disc brakes you will need a EOH actuator like the # HBA16 if you have not already, and a breakaway...
view full answer... - Can Surge Brake Trailer with Atwood Actuator be Converted to Electric Over HydraulicYou have the dreaded, no longer available Atwood surge coupler on your trailer. Since Atwood was bought out and the production was stopped on the actuators there are no replacement parts for your actuator. There's no easy way to lock that coupler out either. Best option would be to go with a tongue style coupler to replace what you have like the Titan part # T4853100. I attached a help article on converting a trailer to electric over hydraulic brakes for you to check out as well.
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- Locking Titan Zinc-Plated Straight Tongue Coupler T4853100 to Hitch Ball Yes, to secure/lock the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 to the hitch ball you can use a latch lock like the excellent Master Lock # 2847DAT. This will insert through the existing holes on the latch to prevent it from pulling up and unlocking from the ball. It features a 4-Pin tumbler lock that discourages picking and the stainless steel shank will resist any rust or corrosion. I have attached a short video demonstration that you can check out as well.
view full answer... - Installation Recommendation for Titan Zinc-Plated Trailer Coupler T4853100The Titan Zinc-plated trailer coupler # T4853100 is designed to be mounted using all five bolt holes, and I would strongly recommend doing so. There is not really a way to know what the weight capacity would be, depending on the number and placement of bolts you would use otherwise. I am including a link to a video review going over the features of the coupler for you to reference if needed. The most important thing to note would be that upgrading to a heavier duty trailer coupler is...
view full answer... - Is Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler SAE CertifiedThe Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler, part # T4853100 is designed to fit a 3 inch wide channel tongue on your trailer. This entire coupler is rated for 21,000 lbs, not just one component. I called my contact at Titan and they told me that this coupler is SAE J864 certified, which is the certification number for 21,000 lb couplers. I have attached a link to a product review video you can check out.
view full answer... - Regular Trailer Coupler to Replace Titan Model 6 Actuator T4079200To replace your Titan actuator # T4079200 with a standard coupler that will bolt on in its place you can use Titan coupler # T4853100. It also fits a 3 inch wide tongue and has the same bolt pattern. I have included a link to a video review of this coupler for you.
view full answer... - Measurements of Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue CouplerI went out to the warehouse to take some measurements of the Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 for you. Based on the measurements, the Titan # T4853100 will not fit into a 4 inch square tube. The width of the coupler is 3-3/8 inches. The height of the channel is 4 inches. From the back to the start of the weld measures 9-1/2 inches long, and overall the coupler measures 16-1/2 inches long. I have attached a photo showing these measurements for you.
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- What Does Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 WeighThe Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 that you referenced weighs 14 lbs and has a 21,000 lb total trailer weight capacity.
view full answer... - How to Lock Out a Model 10 Actuator When Going to an Electric Over Hydraulic SetupI spoke to my contact at Titan and he informed me that there really isn't a simple way to lock out the sliding portion of the Model 10 actuators. You would have to either weld the two portions of the actuator together or drill holes through them and bolt the pieces together. If the actuator is bolted to your trailer the best solution would be to go with the coupler part # T4853100 as this has the same bolt pattern and is a standard coupler. The Model 20 and 60 couplers can be easily locked...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Convert Boat Trailer to Electric Over Hydraulic Drum Brakes and Replacement CouplerWe do have everything you need to convert to 12" electric over hydraulic drum brakes for your boat trailer: - Hydraulic Brake Kit 12" - Free Backing # AKFBBRK-7-D - Mounting Bolts and Hardware for 12" Brake Assemblies # BRKH12 - HydraStar Vented Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator for Drum Brakes # HS381-8065 - HydraStar Hydraulic Brake Line Kit - Tandem Axle # HS496-252 - Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger # 50-85-313 - Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100 The...
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- Availability of Straight Coupler Replacement for Titan Aero 7500 Brake Actuator # T63FRThe Titan Aero 7500 brake actuator, part # T63FR, has a 2-inch ball and fits a 3 inch wide channel tongue. It has a weight capacity of 7,500 lbs. In a straight bolt-on coupler with a 2 inch ball that fits a 3 inch wide channel, the coupler with the highest weight capacity would be the Titan Leverlock Coupler - Adjustable Ball, part # T4845000. This coupler will only have a weight capacity of 5,000 lbs, which is lower than the 7,500-lb capacity on the Titan Aero 7500 brake actuator. The...
view full answer... - How Tight Should the Bolts be to Secure the Titan Trailer Coupler # T4853100There is no specific torque rating for securing the Titan coupler # T4853100. What you will need to do is tighten the bolts down as much as you can without crushing the metal of the coupler and trailer tongue. If you see the metal start to bend a little, that is tight enough. It is recommended to use all bolt holes to secure the coupler and to use grade 8 hardware.
view full answer... - Bolt Spacing On A Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler # T4853100I went out to the warehouse to determine the mounting pattern of the Model 6 actuator and the coupler, # T4853100.I have included a picture below that shows the bolt patterns. The 2 holes are at 1.031 inches, the last 2 holes are at 1.25 inches and the 1 hole is at 2.071 inches. I attached a review video link below.
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- Can Surge Brake Actuator be Left Installed with Trailer Converted to Electric BrakesYou can leave your current surge brake actuator installed on your trailer and use electric brakes. The actuator would move like you mentioned unless you locked it out somehow (some people weld the pieces) but it would work fine. Not every tandem axle trailer will have brakes on both axles. It's pretty common to see only one of the axles with brakes like yours. I attached a link that will walk you through the entire process of adding electric brakes to your trailer for you to check out...
view full answer... - What is the Capacity of the Titan Extended 2-5/16 inch Bolt On Coupler, # T4853100The Titan Extended 2-5/16 inch Bolt On Coupler, # T4853100, is rated for 21,000 pounds capacity. To be able to tow that much weight, all components would need to be rated for at least 21,000 pounds including the tow vehicle, the hitch, the ball, all the hardware, and the trailer.
view full answer... - Is Mounting Hole Spacing The Same On T4079200 And T4853100 Trailer CouplersThe mounting hole pattern is different on the # T4853100 coupler versus the pattern on the # T4079200 coupler. As you can see in the attached photos the bolt pattern is closer together on the side of the # T4079200 coupler than on the # T4853100. You may wind up with some of the mounting holes in the same place but you will need to drill new holes for some if not all of the holes. I have attached a link to a helpful article that explains what is needed to add electric drum brakes to...
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- Will the Titan Extened 2-5/16 Inch bolt On Coupler # T4853100 Fit on a 3X4 inch Trailer TongueThe Titan Extended 2-5/16 inch Bolt On Coupler, item # T4853100, is designed to fit over a 3 inch wide trailer tongue. As long as the top of your trailer tongue is 3 inches wide this coupler will work. This coupler is designed to replace the model 6 hydraulic actuators when eliminating the hydraulic brakes and has the same hole pattern.
view full answer... - Will Dexter Straight Tongue Coupler # T4853100 Replace DX20 Actuator?Yep! The farthest mounting holes on the Dexter Straight Tongue Coupler # T4853100 you were looking at are 5" apart as shown in the included diagram, and I was able to find that the DX20 you have uses mounting holes 5" apart as well allowing you to reuse your existing mounting holes.
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- Replacement Coupler Recommendation for a Trailer with a 3 inch Wide ChannelThe Titan Coupler part # T4853100 would work well for you as it is designed for 3 inch wide channel like what your trailer has and can be bolted on. You would need to drill the needed holes on your trailer but it would easily mount and work well. It has a 21k capacity and is designed for a 2-5/16 inch hitch ball. I attached a review video for this coupler for you to check out as well.
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- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler to Replace a Titan Model 10 Bolt-on Brake ActuatorI agree, swiss cheese, while delicious, is not something you want your trailer frame to resemble. Too many holes in it could actually compromise the structural integrity of the frame. Take a look at Titan Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler, # T4853100. This coupler has the same mounting pattern as current Titan model 10 and 20 actuators. I have included a link to a video review of the coupler for you.
view full answer... - Will Titan Trailer Coupler T4853100 Bolt In Place of a Model 6 Brake ActuatorFirst, unless the coupler that you have is not functioning properly, does not couple to the ball, or is damaged, you do not have to change it out. It will still function just fine with electric brakes. I went out to the warehouse to determine the mounting pattern of the Model 6 actuator and the coupler, # T4853100. I found that the 2 couplers do have similar mounting patterns. I have included some pictures that shows the bolt hole patterns of each for you. The regular coupler should bolt...
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- Should I Replace the Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler item T4853100?There's no adjustments or replacement parts available for the Dexter Zinc-Plated Straight-Tongue Coupler item # T4853100 you were looking at. If this is the same one that's on your trailer I do recommend replacing it if you are concerned about it coming off of your hitch ball. If this isn't the one you have on your trailer, go ahead and email me back the part number or model of your current coupler and I will see if there are any replacement parts.
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