Why are Some Ball Mounts Longer Than Others?
Question:
Hi, I've been looking into a lot o your ball mounts recently and I was wondering if there was a reason why some had longer stocks than others. specifically from the hitch pin hole to the butt of the stock. Is there a reason for the varying lengths or is the length just arbitrary?
asked by: Ken
Expert Reply:
The reason some ball mounts have different lengths is simply to allow for more clearance between the tow vehicle and trailer. Some people like a longer ball mount if, for example, they want to be able to open the tailgate of their truck when the trailer is attached. Something like the Curt # C45270, which is 13" long may allow that while Curt # C45010, which is 8-1/4" long, may not. I've added a link to each of our ball mounts for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 8-1/4" Long - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Class III Drawbar - 2" Rise - 4" Drop - 13" Long - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Long Shank
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Curt Class III Drawbar - 2" Rise - 4" Drop - 13" Long - 7,500 lbs
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Van Cargo Mat
- Shop: Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Trailer Brake Controller - 1 to 4 Axles - Proportional
- Shop: VanRug Custom Floor Mat for Cargo Vans - Charcoal Gray - Carpet
- Shop: Front Mount Hitch
- Shop: Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
- Shop: Bulldog Winch Hitch Mounted Winch Mounting Plate with Handles - 2" x 2" Hitch
- Search Results: front receiver hitch
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Search Results: 4 way flat
- Search Results: brake controller
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Video: Review of Rear View Safety Backup Camera - Sprinter Third Brake Light Backup Camera - RVS-1016
- Video: Best 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Trailer Hitch Options
- Shop: Rear View Safety Third Brake Light with Camera
- Search Results: draw bar
- Q&A: How To Choose Correct Size Wire for 12K Winch on Rear of Vehicle
- Video: Tekonsha Brake Controller TK5906 Review
- Video: WeatherTech Front Floor Mat Review
- Shop: Floor Mats
- Search Results: front hitch
- Search Results: winch bumper
- Video: Review of Optronics Trailer Lights - Clearance Lights - MCL131RC210B
- Q&A: Why Does Ball Mount BH20 Have a Solid Shank While Ball Mount 2923 is Hollow
- Q&A: Which Ball Mount is Best for a 2009 Nissan Murano with a 2 Inch Draw-Tite Hitch