Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Side Load
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Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Side Load
Item # HM20001
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Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit - HM20001
- Kit with Charger
- Side Load
- Hopkins
- Single-axle
- Tandem-axle
Breakaway system is designed to bring a trailer safely to a stop by activating its electric brakes should it become disconnected while being towed. Built-in charger refuels the included rechargeable battery. Mounts to trailer frame or to jack post.
Features:
- Breakaway system activates your trailer's electric brakes if the trailer disconnects from the tow vehicle
- Built-in charger automatically refuels battery while trailer is connected to tow vehicle
- Side-loading case is easy to access from the side
- Polymer construction protects battery from moisture and debris
- Included hardware offers simple installation
- Mount system to trailer frame with self-tapping screws or attach to jack post with U-bolts
- Lockable lid deters theft (padlock sold separately)
- Breakaway switch installs on your trailer's frame - drilling is required
- Department of Transportation (DOT) compliant
- 12-Volt rechargeable battery is included
Specs:
- Application: single- and tandem-axle trailers with electric brakes
- Case dimensions: 6-1/4" long x 3-1/4" wide x 5" tall
- Battery capacity: 5 amp-hours
- Mounting hole spacing:
- 6" From center of hole to center of hole horizontally
- 3" From center of hole to center of hole vertically
- 90-Day warranty
Note: A breakaway system is required by law in most states for trailers that are equipped with electric brakes and have a GTW of at least 3,000 lbs.
20001 Hopkins Trailer Break-Away Kit with Charger - Side Load - 5 amp/hrs
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Customer Reviews
Hopkins Trailer Breakaway Kit with Built-In Battery Charger - Side Load - HM20001
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (64 Customer Reviews)
Breakaway system is designed to bring a trailer safely to a stop by activating its electric brakes should it become disconnected while being towed. Built-in charger refuels the included rechargeable battery. Mounts to trailer frame or to jack post.by: Clayborn B03/12/2017
The products were acceptable quality and the customer service was UNEQUALED, EXEMPLARY, GREAT, etc.
The trailer overhaul job went well and we hauled a capacity load almost 1500 miles in some difficult road conditions, stopping only for fuel and to sleep.
We'll use your products again.
by: Steven10/04/2018
I have not installed this yet but have looked over everything I received with this kit. I couldn't be happier with the it. There are only a few pieces needed that aren't included and they are choice of electrical connectors and a seat tapping screw to attach the switch itself. Everything else is in the box. The instructions are clear and easy to understand. I will be attaching this to the trailer Jack on a 1962 Airstream Ambassador.
by: Dennis W05/05/2015
I ordered electric brakes and breakaway kit I place my order on Wednesday afternoon and could have taken advantage of free shipping but to the option for 2 day delivery.because we are at the very end of reconditioning our flatbed trailer and I want it out of the shop the parts ordered arrived the next day matched up perfectly and the trailer is out of my shop and the next project is in. I buy all my trailer replacement parts at etrailer due to their prompt and courteous service
by: Barry F.09/21/2012
Ordered this on Tuesday - arrived on Thursday... awesome delivery time!
Bought this to put on my 1996 Coleman/Fleetwood Shenandoah popup camper since for some reason ours didn't come with a breakaway kit. Wanted to mount the battery and charger box on the tongue of the trailer, but the supplied U-bolts that came with the kit will NOT go all the way around the rectangular frame rails of the trailer tongue. Ended up going to the local big-box hardware store and buying some threaded rod and made my own mounting brackets. Instructions included are very easy to follow. Only thing I saw that was missing in the kit that you'll need for installation was a package of tap-splice connectors for connecting the breakaway switch and the battery and charger to the existing trailer wiring.
by: Bruce04/29/2017
Order was complete and delivered in a timely manner. Only problem (minor) was the 7way pigtail was not wired to color code. Had to use test light to get 3 of the wires in correct location. Could be a problem if someone wasn't comfortable with ringing out wires.
by: Bryan H04/30/2014
Great products with fast free shipping (large enough order. I just installed the tow package on my suburban and it was easy when following the videos. It was nice to have everything already gathered and ready to go. Not having to go but ring terminals, wires, zip ties, screws and testers made a daunting project simple.
by: Mike06/25/2012
Easy enough to install. Put it on a home built trailer. Can't say that I've had to use it but it seems to be built well enough. I did check it after install and it applied the brakes but I was in the drive way and not going down the highway at 50+ MPH. And hope I don't ever have to use it in those circumstances.
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: Peter10/15/2014
Outgoing, helpful, easy to talk to. Very quick to help and solved problem. Made process extremely easy. Thank you so much, very happy and satisfied customer. Second time around shopping at etrailer . Definitely will come back for future orders ! Thanks again Juanita for everything!
by: sibosa06/26/2013
A few minor adjustments but it is on now! Abigger clamp for my trailer would have been better, but replaced it with another one that I purchased.
by: tony04/13/2013
Great pricing and i appreciate that it's made in U.S.A. One of the brake adjustment tension cables arrived detached from its swedge end.I just re-crimped the end and all went together smoothly. I will definitely will use E-Trailer again.
by: Brent08/11/2018
Great service and delivered 3 days early!
Have ordered parts from etrailer several times and ALWAYS had good results
The parts I ordered this time was cheaper than ANY other web site and fast delivery
I live in rural Montana so can't get some parts local
I recommend etrailer every time
by: Rick B. 03/05/2012
etrailer did it again this company is great. great products at a good price.they make ordering and shipping easy. the instructional videos are a big help.
i forgot to order this on my first order and called them back 20 minutes later. they sent it with first order and saved my extra shipping charge . great people to deal with.
i will order more stuff soon.
by: Butch04/04/2017
Rebuilding a utility trailer, this break-away box will fit perfectly for the installation.
by: Bill. F.11/18/2013
The products I purchased were as stated with no problems or missing parts. The delivery was expedited at no additional cost which allowed me to complete my trailer ahead of schedule. The staff were helpful and displayed an interest is assuring that my order was taken care of personally. Well done!
by: Richard M.05/19/2015
This breakaway kit has everything and at a great price
by: Andy07/15/2018
Everything arrived within 3 shipping days, installation simple and clean. Even though it was by email, customer service interaction was extremely impressive, everything from order receipt acknoledgement through confirmation of delivery.
by: Robert04/10/2018
was an easy install on a car trailer .
by: Roy B02/05/2016
Excellent web site and easy to navigate. Fast shipping and product was as advertised? Thank you!
by: SF09/13/2009
Easy to InstallInstructions are easy to read. Hardware that comes with unit is sufficient to install in most cases...
by: don.s07/30/2012
like i said before i will never go anywhere but e trailer to buy parts.once again excellent all around....
by: Jim S.05/22/2013
This brake away looks well made.
by: Bob07/27/2016
Great service, quality product with good instructions
by: Mark07/31/2018
Worked as it should.
by: Seth 09/17/2022
Worked well!
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Mark
7/31/2019
Nice unit,battery wasnt any good, never would hold a charge.