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SnowBear Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Actuator - 82" Wide x 19" Tall
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

Part Numbers: SB324-168,31049

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SnowBear Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Actuator - 82" Wide x 19" Tall
part number: SB324-168

Remove snow quickly from your driveway or parking lot with this hitch-mounted snowplow. Pivoting, 3-position blade glides over uneven ground. Long-lasting actuator with internal clutch lets you operate plow from your warm cab.

Features:

  • Hitch-mounted plow lets you clear parking lots and driveways with your vehicle
  • Plow sits close enough to vehicle to reduce leverage and strain on plow, mounts, and vehicle
  • Electric actuator raises and lowers plow smoothly and consistently
    • Internal clutch prevents damage caused by attempting to under- or overextend the actuator
    • Simple, chain-lifting design has fewer moving parts than a winch
  • In-cab toggle switch lets you raise and lower the plow from the comfort of your vehicle
    • Includes a wireless remote control as an alternative to the toggle switch
  • Adjustable, 3-position blade can be manually angled left, right, and straight ahead
    • Manual release handle is easily accessible from front or back of plow
  • Sturdy steel edge scrapes over a variety of solid surfaces - not for gravel or sand
  • Skid shoes let you adjust plow height to prevent blade from digging into the ground
  • Strong rubber deflector allows for better visibility by directing snow away from your windshield
  • Red visibility markers help you see plow edges so you can steer away from obstacles
  • Rugged and durable, all-steel construction
  • Black powder coat finish provides corrosion resistance
  • Simple installation
    • Slides into your vehicle's 2" front trailer hitch receiver
  • ISO certification ensures consistent, quality manufacturing
  • Assembly required


Specs:

  • Application: 2" x 2" front-mounted trailer hitch receiver
  • Blade dimensions: 82" wide x 19" tall
  • Height adjustment: 9"
  • 3 Blade angles:
    • Left 22 degrees
    • Straight ahead
    • Right 22 degrees
  • Actuator lift capacity: 1,000 lbs
  • Weight: 370 lbs
  • 1-Year limited warranty


Note: Due to the size of this item it ships via truck freight.


The SnowBear Proshovel conveniently slides into your vehicle's front-mounted trailer hitch for easy, convenient mounting. Smoothly and easily raise and lower the plow from the comfort of your cab with the remote-controlled electric actuator. The pivoting blade makes this plow ideal for rocky or uneven surfaces because it can adjust to the terrain. Angled trip springs are also built in to help keep the blade from catching and tripping.


Simple, Hitch-Mounted Installation

HITCH MOUNTING

This hitch-mounted snowplow simply slides into your vehicle's front trailer hitch receiver, making it a breeze to install. Unlike a plow that attaches to custom-fit brackets, which ties you down to just 1 vehicle, this hitch-mounted plow can be used on most trucks or SUVs with a 2" x 2" front-mounted hitch. As a result, this plow can be easily switched between multiple vehicles. And because it offers a nearly universal fit, you won't have to buy a new plow when you replace your old vehicle.


To install the Proshovel snowplow, just slide the shank of the plow assembly into your 2" trailer hitch receiver . Then use a pin and clip or a hitch lock (sold separately) to secure the plow in the receiver.


How to Plow

Once the plow is mounted on your vehicle, lower the blade and set it to the desired angle. To set the angle, exit the vehicle and manually position the plow straight ahead, or 22 degrees to the left or to the right. Angling the blade allows you to push snow off to the side where you want it without having to change the angle of your entire vehicle. This is especially useful on a driveway or private roadway where piling the snow straight ahead would create a barrier.


To begin plowing, just drive forward. When backing up to take another pass, be sure to lift the plow with the remote or the in-cab toggle switch, then lower it again before moving forward. When approaching a large pile of snow, be sure to decrease your speed. Slamming into a pile of snow can void the warranty on the Proshovel.


When you are finished, put your vehicle in park and lower the plow. Remove the plow from your vehicle after every use.


Smooth, Controlled Lifting with Electric Actuator

ACTUATOR

The electric actuator on this plow allows you to lift and lower the blade using a toggle switch that mounts in your cab. You can also use the included wireless remote control. To raise the plow, activate the actuator. As the actuator moves along the internal screw, the arm on top of the actuator will pivot, raising the plow blade by pulling the chain that is attached to it. Having fewer moving parts than a typical winch makes this setup less complicated and less likely to break down than other plow lifting and lowering devices. There is also an internal clutch system that prevents damage to the actuator should you try to raise the blade too high or lower it too low.




324-168 Snow Bear Pro Shovel Snow Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Actuator - 82" Wide x 19" Tall



Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
part number: 31049

Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

Features:

  • Front-mount hitch provides attachment point for hitch-mounted accessories
    • Winch, spare tire carrier, snowplow, cargo carrier and more
    • No more blindly backing trailer in - just hook it up and drive it forward
  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Easy, bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over steel resists corrosion
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Assembled in USA


Specs:

  • Line pull: 9,000 lbs
  • Vertical load: 500 lbs
  • Gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



31049 Curt Front-Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver





Customer Reviews

SnowBear Plow for 2" Hitches - Electric Actuator - 82" Wide x 19" Tall - SB324-168

Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - 31049

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (6 Customer Reviews)

Remove snow quickly from your driveway or parking lot with this hitch-mounted snowplow. Pivoting, 3-position blade glides over uneven ground. Long-lasting actuator with internal clutch lets you operate plow from your warm cab. Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

by: Jason01/27/2018
2015 Ford Explorer

I purchased a SnowBear Proshovel Snowplow and a 2" Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver for my 2001 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The front mount hitch receiver was a breeze to mount to my vehicle. Literally 15 minutes from start to finish. When the SnowBear plow arrived I was a little apprehensive, as it came in 3 separate boxes and some assembly was required. The directions included were phenomenal, easy to understand and took you through complete assembly step by step. This has been a wonderful experience and I could not be happier.



by: Glenn Weber09/29/2017
1998 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty

Great product,easy installation and dealing with etrailer has been a real good experience.



by: Anonymous 07/01/2021



by: Mark12/27/2018

Overall it's a good light duty plow, works like it's supposed to, clears the snow with no problems. Originally purchased the plow with the hitch receiver mount, But the plow stuck out quite a bit in my opinion plus there was to much wobble. So I converted to the 2 point mount which brought the plow in closer and a lot less wobble.
There was an issue with the actuator, it would work intermittently when lowering the plow but Snow Bear covered it under warranty and sent me a new one.
My only gripe is that only after 3 months of Winter use, the whole plow was showing a lot of surface rust and the paint was peeling.



by: Mark01/02/2019

Overall it is a good setup, does the job it's suppose to. Had one problem with the actuator intermittently working when lowering the plow, but was replaced under warranty.
Originally purchased to use in a front mounted hitch receiver, but switched to the two point hookup which brought the plow in closer to the vehicle and made it a little more stable.
My only problem was after 3 months of winter use, paint was peeling and a lot of surface rust showing.



by: Bob K10/04/2020

Bolted up with little effort. Work's g reat!


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  • Are Skid Legs Included With The SnowBear Proshovel Snowplow
  • In the video you referenced Randy is using the SnowBear Proshovel Snowplow - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # SB324-172. At the 4:45 minute mark he shows you how to lower the skid legs so that you can unhook and slide the snow plow away from your truck for storage, and goes on to say that you can get the optional casters # SB324-126 as well to make it easier. The skid legs will be included with your snow plow kit but the casters will be a separate item.
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  • Comparing SnowBear Snowplows with Electric Actuator and Snowplows with Electric Winch
  • Both the SnowBear Proshovel Snowplow, with Electric Actuator # SB324-168 and the SnowBear Personal Snowplow, with Electric Winch # SB324-080 will allow you to easily raise and lower the snowplow, and both come with an in-cab toggle switch, as well as a wireless remote, so that the plow can be controlled from the comfort of your vehicle. SnowBear markets the plow with the electric winch as a personal/residential winch, and the plow with the actuator for more larger scale plowing needs.
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  • Position of the CURT Front Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 1997 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty
  • I spoke with my contact at CURT regarding the front mount trailer hitch, # 31049. He did not have any pictures he could send to me of the hitch installed. However, You can determine where the receiver will be based on some measurements. This trailer hitch mounts to the bottom of the frame rails on the vehicle. The receiver is above the mounting points. If you measure up from the bottom of the frame 9.66 inches, that is where the top of the receiver will be in the center of the vehicle.
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  • Recommended Front Mounted Trailer Hitch Receiver for 1997 Ford F-150 4WD for Snow Plow
  • The Curt hitch # 31049 for your 1997 Ford F-150 cannot be mounted upside down. It is designed to be that high for winch mounting and a more hidden look with greater ground clearance. Based on your need to have the hitch lower for your snowplow, I recommend the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 65025 which is a confirmed fit for your F-150 4WD. Based on customer measurements, this hitch will be about 14 inches from the ground. I also recommend using
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  • Correct Front Mount Trailer Hitch for 1998 Ford Expedition 4WD with Factory Tow Hooks
  • The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 31049 is a confirmed fit for a 1998 Ford Expedition 4WD with factory tow hooks. It mounts to the same two holes in the bottom of the frame that the tow hooks use which you can see from the attached instructions.
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  • Recommendation of Front Mount Hitch Receiver on a 1998 Ford Expedition 4-Wheel Drive for a Snow Plow
  • Looking at the installation between the front mount hitches that fit your 1998 Ford Expedition, the Curt, part # 31049, installs much higher where the license plate is normally mounted. The benfit is more ground clearance but you'll need to relocate your license plate using part # C31002. Also, on your Expedition that seems like an extremely high mounting point for a snow plow. The Draw-Tite, part # 65025, installs quite a bit lower, sitting under the front bumper and fascia. This
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  • Front Mount Trailer Hitch for a 1998 Lincoln Navigator
  • We do have a front mount hitch that fits the 1998 Lincoln Navigator but it is not # 31049. Instead you will need Draw-Tite hitch # 65025. This hitch has a 500 pound vertical pull capacity (tongue weight) so make sure the weight of the snow plow does not exceed that. Also make sure the front axle capacity is high enough for use with a plow.
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  • Will the Curt Front Mount Hitch # 31049 Install on a 1998 Ford F-150 2WD Extended Cab
  • I spoke with my contact at Curt and he told me you can install the Curt Front Mount Hitch, # 31049, on your 1998 Ford F-150 2WD as long as the frame of your truck matches the width of the bolt holes on the hitch. The frame width should be the same between the 2WD and 4WD models, but I would recommend measuring just to verify. The bolt holes that mount to the underside of the frame rail measure 31-7/8 in. from center to center. If your frame rails approximately 31-7/8 in. apart on center,
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  • How Does the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Mount on a 1997 Ford Expedition
  • Yes, the Curt Front Mount Hitch Receiver, # 31049, bolts to the frame of your 1997 Ford Expedition 4x4. This hitch comes with 6 carriage bolts that will be fed through the inside of the frame and out using the fish wire tool. This hitch comes will all of the necessary mounting hardware and installation instructions and does not require any drilling or welding. I have attached a link to the installation instructions for you to check out. I have added a link to an article on hitch installation
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  • Receiver Orientation of Curt Front Receiver Part # 31049 for 1998 Ford F-250
  • The orientation of the hitch that is shown in the instructions is the correct one. The receiver mounting flanges attach to the bottom of the frame. I will have our photo changed to show the correct orientation. The folks at Curt did not have any photos of this particular receiver installed on a vehicle, so I cannot say with any certainty where the receiver opening will be in relation to the bumper. I was told that the top of the receiver opening is 9.66 inches above the mounting flange.
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  • Front Mount Hitch For A 1998 Ford F-150 & F-250
  • For your 1998 Ford F-150/250, I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer hitch # 31049. This trailer hitch is capable of handling a 500-lbs vertical load limit, a maximum line pull limit of 9,000-lbs, and a GTW of 5,000-lbs. Additionally, you may need a license plate relocation kit as the front hitch might cover the license plate. Should you need it, you can use the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch License Plate Holder # C31002.
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  • Front Hitch For 1997 Ford F150
  • After reaching out to Curt about your specific question, I've found that the Curt Front Hitch # 31049 will work for your 1997 Ford F150!
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  • SnowBear Snowplows and Mounting Kit Options for 1998 Ford Pickup
  • We offer SnowBear plows and mounting kits for your 1998 Ford pickup that are shown on the linked page. Install kits are either 2-inch hitches like # 31049 for the 4WD or custom bracket kits like # SB397-104 which works with 2WD trucks. At the top of the page you can use the Select Vehicle Style drop-down menu tool to select your drive train. The photos on the page will also allow you to identify your plow model to confirm it is compatible with your truck.
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  • Front Mount Trailer Hitch Options for a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500
  • First, for a 2001 GMC Sierra 2500 the correct front mount hitch is going to be # 65028 from Draw-Tite or # 31108 from Curt. The hitch you referenced # 31049 is for Ford vehicles. I have included links to the installation instructions for each of the hitches that will fit your truck so you can see what each installation entails. There is no drilling required on the Draw-Tite or Curt hitches unless you will need to enlarge some holes. No new holes will be drilled.
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