How to Choose the Correct Hitch Ball Size
Question:
For the average small trailer like for landscaping or towing a forwheller or boat or anything tghat size should a 2 inch ball be standard
asked by: Colton P
Expert Reply:
A 2" hitch ball like part # A-90 is pretty standard but you really need to know what size hitch ball your coupler is compatible with. It should be stamped on the trailer coupler itself.
If you already have a ball mount then you need to make sure that the shank of your hitch ball is compatible with that as well. The # A-90 has a shank with a 1-1/4" diameter and is 2-5/8" long.
For people who will be towing different sized trailers it is a lot easier to have multiple hitch ball options. In this case using a ball mount like part # C62KR or part # BWTS10048B is the best way to go.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Three Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 5 Inch
- Rise - 5 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- B and W
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Curt Multi-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - Hollow, Black Powder Coated Shank - Black Balls
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Three Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 0 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
- CURT
more information >
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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-5/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 10000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- CURT
more information >
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