Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel - Trailer Side
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Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel - Trailer Side
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Lock N Roll Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - 336TS506
- 2-1/2 Inch Channel
- Off Road Coupler
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- Lock N Roll
- Latch Plates
Ideal for the rigors of off-road towing or overlanding, this fully articulating straight-tongue coupler pairs with a vehicle-side Lock N Roll hitch (sold separately) to form an extra-strong connection that is safe and secure, no matter the terrain.
Features:
- Channel-tongue coupler links with Lock 'N' Roll vehicle-side hitch (sold separately) to hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
- Bolts or welds onto your trailer tongue
- Provides attachment point for vehicle-side hitch
- More secure connection than with a traditional hitch ball
- Outer tabs on trailer-side coupler interlock with vehicle-side hitch to form strong connection
- No more worries about coupler popping off of ball
- Articulating design softens road shock and is great for off-roading
- Head unit pivots side to side
- Full articulation when paired with vehicle-end hitch - setup pivots up and down and rotates 360 degrees
- Tight, interlocked connection creates smoother, quieter ride than pintle hitch
- Close-fit connection reduces rattling noise and jerking motion
- Fast, easy hookup and disconnect
- Wide range of motion makes it easy to connect, even at an angle
- Steel alloy construction is strong and durable
- Black paint finish resists corrosion
- Meets SAE J684 towing safety regulations
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 11,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 1,100 lbs
- Channel width: 2-1/2"
- Bolt hole dimensions:
- Center to center: 3"
- Diameter: 1/2"
- Limited lifetime warranty
This coupler combines with a Lock 'N' Roll vehicle-end hitch (sold separately) to create a safe, secure, fully articulating connection that's great for towing whether you're on the road or off-road. It's more secure than a traditional ball coupler, and it's more comfortable and quieter than a pintle setup. The Lock 'N' Roll connects quickly and easily, and can adapt to any towing conditions.
Strong, Safe Connection
When using a traditional ball coupler, it can be hard to tell if the coupler is fully latched around the ball. You can head out assuming the connection is secure, only to have the trailer pop off of the ball and disconnect while you're towing. With the Lock 'N' Roll, that won't happen.
This unique coupler is designed to interlock with a matching vehicle-side hitch to form a tight, secure connection. Unlike on a ball coupler, the latching components on the Lock 'N' Roll system are easy to see, so you can tell at a glance if the connection is secure.
Once secure, the Lock 'N' Roll setup offers a wide range of motion, which makes for a smooth ride. Because of the articulating action of the combined coupler and hitch, the Lock 'N' Roll connection can handle the harsh bumps and road shock that could otherwise stress and potentially damage a ball coupler.
The Lock 'N' Roll connection also makes your trailer less vulnerable to theft. Unlike a traditional ball coupler, which is compatible with any hitch ball of a matching size, the trailer-side Lock 'N' Roll coupler can only connect to a vehicle-side Lock 'N' Roll hitch. So your trailer cannot be towed away unless it's connected to a vehicle with a Lock 'N' Roll hitch installed.
With the Lock 'N' Roll, you can have peace of mind knowing your connection will not come apart or succumb to damage caused by road shock, nor will your trailer be vulnerable to theft.
Comfortable Off-Road Towing
The pintle hitch connection is the most common setup when towing off road because of the flexibility in the connection. But that flexible connection can also result in a lot of slop. This can cause uncomfortable jerking as well as rattle and noise. In addition, when using a pintle/lunette ring setup, it can be difficult to back up your vehicle and trailer without jackknifing. And it can be hard to disconnect at certain angles, which may be a necessity when overlanding.
The Lock 'N' Roll assembly, on the other hand, offers a close-fit, slop-free connection that's designed for off-roading. This close-fitting design provides a smoother ride than a pintle/lunette ring connection with less rattle. It also makes it easy to back your vehicle and trailer up without jackknifing.
With the trailer end and vehicle end combined, the Lock 'N' Roll setup also creates a fully articulating connection that's great for off-roading. The bearing that's built into the vehicle-end hitch allows for 360 degrees of rotation, which means that your trailer could actually roll all the way over and not take your vehicle with it. The connection also pivots side to side and up and down, making it easy to take rough trails without jarring your setup. This also allows for fast and easy disconnection, even at extreme angles.
How Lock 'N' Roll Works
Each Lock 'N' Roll setup requires 2 parts - a trailer end and a vehicle end. Together they create a strong, secure connection. To connect, just line up the trailer end and vehicle end together and place the outer metal tabs of the trailer-end coupler into the hooks on the vehicle-end hitch. Then fold the latching plates on the vehicle-end hitch down and secure them in place over the tabs using the pin and clip included with your vehicle-side hitch. With the latching plates secured, the Lock 'N' Roll assembly will stay firmly connected.
When the trailer-side coupler and vehicle-side hitch are secured together, they form an articulating assembly with 3 axes of directional motion. The uniquely designed bearing on the vehicle-side hitch allows the connection to rotate a full 360 degrees. The trailer-side coupler's hinge allows the connection to pivot to the left and to the right. And when the 2 sides are joined, the tabs will roll inside of the hooks so that the entire assembly can tilt up and down.
Towing with the Lock 'N' Roll is easy, and it gives you a connection that's both flexible and secure.
Get Maximum Security Locking Pins
Get extra security for your trailer. InfiniteRule makes hitch pin locks (IR59FR - sold separately) specifically for this Lock 'N' Roll articulating hitch. You'll get two stainless steel locks: one with a 1/2" diameter pin, and one with a 5/8" diameter pin. These will replace the standard pins and clips on the driver-side and trailer-side of your coupler.
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Customer Reviews
Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel - Trailer Side - 336TS506
Average Customer Rating: 4.4 out of 5 stars (12 Customer Reviews)
Ideal for the rigors of off-road towing or overlanding, this fully articulating straight-tongue coupler pairs with a vehicle-side Lock N Roll hitch (sold separately) to form an extra-strong connection that is safe and secure, no matter the terrain.by: Keith08/20/2022
This hitch system has been great. One thing I was very happy to see once I got it, was that there are grease fittings for all the articulating parts of the hitch. On side benefit is that I no longer have to worry about having an anti-theft system for the trailer. Unless you have the matching draw bar, no one is going to be able to drive off with your trailer unless they have a flat bed with them.
by: Paul09/28/2023
I can’t believe the holes you drilled aren’t standard per your typical ball hitch tongue. Luckily I have a trailer hitch company that will drill to extend hole lower to meet standard specs.
by: Jim 07/09/2023
Perfect fit, works great
by: Ernie02/26/2022
So far I've taken this across 7 states and it's been without problems. Though it's only been on mild off road trails and nothing technical.
by: Kenneth06/12/2019
Product delivered as described. Free shipping arrived as quickly as expected.
by: Kenn7206/12/2019
Product delivered as described. Free shipping arrived as quickly as expected.
by: Matthew 02/14/2024
by: Jeremy 09/19/2022
by: Emily05/21/2021
by: Everett 05/22/2021
by: John 12/14/2021
by: Mark02/05/2022
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- Recommended Bolt Size To Install Lock N Roll 2-1/2" Articulating Trailer Coupler 336TS506The Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel - Trailer Side # 336TS506 you were looking at does not include bolts, but they can be purchased from a local hardware store. The bolt holes in the # 336TS506 are 1/2" in diameter so you will need two 1/2" x 3-1/2" grade 8 bolts with four washers and a lock nut. I included a video of the # 336TS506 for you to take a look at.
view full answer... - Body Length of Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler 2-1/2" Channel Trailer SideThe tube length of the Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler part # 336TS506 is 6-5/8" which you can see in the photo below as well as the attached video.
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- Which Lock N Roll Channel Trailer Coupler Fits 2.5 inch Wide Trailer TongueYes, since your trailer tongue is 2.5 inches wide the correct Lock N Roll Channel Trailer Coupler is the part # 336TS506 which was designed for this size.
view full answer... - Can Lock N Roll Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler Install Forward of Old Coupler Holes on TrailerIt's not uncommon to have to drill new holes on a trailer tongue to install a new coupler as most couplers have unique bolt hole spacings. That said there isn't an exact dimension I can give you on what you are asking for. Moving the coupler forward on the trailer frame would be what you'd need to do to install new holes. As long as both holes are being utilized and at least an inch away from the old holes (roughly) you'll be fine. You'll have to use your best judgment.
view full answer... - Coupler Options for Lock N Roll Trailer End ConnectionTo utilize the Lock N Roll coupler system on your trailer you'll need one of the following styles: - A-Frame # 336TS504 - Flat Plate # 336TS514 - 2" Channel # 336TS528 - 2-1/2" Channel # 336TS506 - 3" Channel # 336TS508 The part # 336TS520 you were looking at is only if you have a receiver style connection on your trailer, which is fairly rare. If you aren't sure what you have just shoot me a photo of your trailer coupler and I'll be more than happy to help you figure out the best...
view full answer... - Installing Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler on Tear TrailerIn order to get this setup, you want to start with the Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Hitch for 2" Receivers # 336VS501. This will fit the 2" receiver on the hitch on your vehicle. For the trailer side, you will need to remove the current coupler and choose the correct Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler based on the tongue of your trailer. We have the following options available: Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2" Channel - Trailer Side...
view full answer... - Recommended Articulating Coupler and Hitch for Taking 12 Foot Teardrop Camper Off RoadFor an articulating coupler and hitch for your tear camper I recommend using the Lock 'N' Roll System. The Lock 'N' Roll has 3 axis of direction allowing it to move up and down, side to side, and rotate 360 degrees. It also has a more secure connection when compared to a traditional hitch ball. In order to make this work you will need the trailer-side coupler and the vehicle-side hitch. The correct coupler will depend on the tongue of your trailer. For the Lock N Roll Articulating Channel...
view full answer... - Trailer Side Options for Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch SetupThe Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch w/ 3-Position Channel - 2" Receivers # 336VS503505 is just the vehicle side of the equation. The reason for this is because not all trailers have the same setup. For the trailer side we have a few options based on the style of the trailer. The part # 336TS528 is for a 2 inch straight channel, the part # 336TS504 is for an A-frame trailer, # 336TS506 is for a 2-1/2 inch straight coupler, and # 336TS508 is for a 3 inch straight channel.
view full answer... - Correct Trailer Side Lock N Roll Articulating CouplerI do have some options for a Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler. The correct one will be based on frame type, part # 336TS504 for a-frame and part # 336TS528, part # 336TS506, or part # 336TS508 for straight tongue. These will all pair perfectly with any of the vehicle side Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Hitchs like part # 336VS501.
view full answer... - Which Lock N Roll Coupler Fits On a 2005 Strarcraft RT10 Pop Up Camper? Based on the images you sent in it appears your 2005 Starcraft RT10 does not use a traditional A-Frame coupler so the Lock N Roll # 336TS504 will not work for your application. Instead you will need to measure the width between your frame rails the current coupler sits at where you see the welds. This will allow you to weld in a 2" # 336TS528, 2-1/2" # 336TS506 or 3" # 336TS508 channel style coupler. Do note these measurements are for the inside the coupler measurement so you will need...
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- Can You Back Up Trailer Using Lock N Roll Articulating CouplerThere will be no safety issues and you can absolutely back up with the Lock N Roll articulating coupler, no matter which one you use. Backing straight up won't be problematic and it will even be a bit easier to maneuver when turning due to the articulation. I'm not sure what coupler you need for your trailer, so here are all the trailer-side Lock N Roll couplers: - 2" Channel: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS528 - 2-1/2" Channel: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS506 -...
view full answer... - Can Lock N Roll Hitch System be Used with Disc Brakes on TrailerI reached out to my contact at Lock N Roll and he said that their system can be used with a surge brake application and that everything will function normally. The Coupler # 336TS502 would be the easiest to install if you have that type of surge brake system, but there are also the channel mounts for 2" # 336TS528, 2-1/2" # 336TS506, and 3" # 336TS508 channels if you're able to install one of those. As far as the tow vehicle side of things goes I've linked our selection for you to filter...
view full answer... - Lock N Roll Hitch Assembly for 5 Inch DropThe correct Lock N Roll hitch assembly is going to depend on the size of the channel the coupler of your trailer sits on. You need about a 5" drop, and the closest is going to be the 4-1/2" drop Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch for 2" Receivers - 4-1/2" Drop/Rise - Vehicle Side # 336VS517. Being 1/2" away from perfectly level is not going to be an issue, and in order to secure the Lock N Roll to your hitch you need the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880. After that you just need to know...
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- Recommended Articulating Coupler for Off-Road TrailerIt sounds like you might want to have a look at something like the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch w/ 3-Position Channel - 2" Receivers - Vehicle Side - 11K # 336VS503505 which will slide into a 2" hitch receiver and give you a fully articulating solution that's designed for off-road trailers. You could then choose from a few options based on the style of the trailer. The part # 336TS528 is for a 2 inch straight channel, the part # 336TS504 is for an A-frame trailer, # 336TS506 is for a...
view full answer... - Does Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch Require Lock N Roll Trailer CouplerYes, the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch for 2" Receivers # 336VS511 does need the trailer to have a matching Lock N Roll coupler. The reason is the unique way the hitch and coupler attach, which allows the rotation and smooth ride you'll get with this hitch and coupler combo. I will list the compatible trailer couplers of the Lock N Roll Articulating # 336VS511, and keep in mind to secure it to your receiver you will need Receiver Lock # e98880. Compatible Couplers: Lock N Roll Articulating...
view full answer... - Bolt On Off-Road Trailer Couplers AvailabilityWe do have some Lock N Roll off-road couplers that bolt to the trailer frame as the ARK Articulating Off-Road Coupler # AR44FR is the only one we currently carry from ARK. Lock N Roll Articulating 2" Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # 336TS528 Lock N Roll Articulating 2-1/2" Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # 336TS506 Lock N Roll Articulating 3" Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # 336TS508 You will need the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch w/ 3-Position Channel # 336VS503505 as it does not use...
view full answer... - Rotating Coupler Option For Motorcycle TrailerWhile there are rotating/articulating couplers and mounts, there aren't any that work with a trailer hitch ball as that would be too much rotation, both on the coupler and the hitch ball. So you would need a different connection type from Lock N Roll, which interlocks with the coupler bolt and pin from the mount. I'm not sure which type of tongue your trailer has, but there is a weld-on option for an A-frame trailer, and weld-on or bolt-on options for different sized straight-tongue trailers: -...
view full answer... - Recommended Articulating Coupler for Off-Road Adventure TrailerIt sounds like you're looking for an articulating coupler. For the trailer side of the equation, use # 336TS504 for an A-frame coupler. For an adjustable channel tongue use # 336TS502. If you need a 2 inch channel tongue go with part # 336TS528, # 336TS506 for a 2-1/2 inch channel tongue, or # 336TS508 for a 3 inch channel. For the vehicle side, there are several different drops available. For a zero rise/drop, use # 336VS501. For up to a 4-1/4 inch rise or drop, use # 336VS503505 or...
view full answer... - Trailer Side Couplers Compatible With Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch Vehicle SideI'll go ahead and give you the list of all the trailer side couplers that are compatible with the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch w/ 3-Position Channel - 1-1/4" Receivers - Vehicle Side # 336VS503507. - Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - A-Frame # 336TS504 - Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - 3" Channel # 336TS508 - Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel # 336TS506 - Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - 2" Channel # 336TS528 So the right coupler is simply going to depend on...
view full answer... - Replacement Coupler for Crux Expedition Off-RoadTrailerWhatever you do, there's going to be some fabrication required here, and there's not going to be an A-frame coupler that will fit your trailer judging by the photo. You could weld on a steel tube to the front and install something like the Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Zinc - 2" Ball - Bolt On - 3,500 lbs Item # CT-3001-Z. What I think might be the better solution for your Crux Expedition trailer (which are really cool!) would be a Lock N Roll articulating coupler setup....
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- Brake Controller and Coupler Recommendations for Off-Road Towing with 2022 Jeep Grand CherokeeI recommend using the Redarc Tow-Pro Elite # RED44FR for Off-Road towing with your 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. I like this controller because it can be installed virtually anywhere and it is able to seamlessly switch between proportional mode for highway travel to time-delayed mode for Off-Road travel. Since you have the factory tow package you'll just need the wiring adapter # RED77FR to connect the controller to your Jeep. Aside from this controller I recommend checking out the Lock N...
view full answer... - Is There an Articulating Coupler That Will Work for JeepsWe do have an articulating coupler that will work with your Jeep and trailer, although we don't carry the Max Coupler brand. What we carry is the Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Hitch for your Jeep and the Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler for your camper. All you need is to determine which rise or drop you need and the size of the channel on your camper. - No Drop or Rise: Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Hitch for 2" Receivers - Vehicle Side # 336VS501 - 2-1/2"...
view full answer... - Is There an Option for Locking the Lock N Roll Couplers?With the design of the Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # 336TS506 being pretty new and different, there are currently no locks that will secure it. However, this does not mean we do not have a way to keep your trailer from disappearing in the night. The etrailer.com Trailer Wheel Lock # 288-02020 is adjustable and will fit 6-3/4" to 10-1/2" wide tires. This also has soft-coated arms that won't scratch your rims once installed. Is will be my suggestion as it will...
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Keith
8/23/2023
The hitch has been working well with no complaints. One thing I started doing after starting to get some wear on the pins that lock into the draw bar is to grease the contact points. There wasnt a huger amount of wear but bare metal was starting to show through.