CURT Trailer Hitch Pin Capacity and Pintle Hitch Ball Recommendation
Question:
Also, my combo ball/pintle hitch is stamped 8 tonsbut the ball is only 2 on a 1.125 shank,threaded. Can I get a 5/16 ball with same shaft to fit my hitch? Tqwing 14,000 lbs.,coupler is 2 5/16.
asked by: James S
Expert Reply:
The CURT Hitch Pin, # C21500, does not have an official capacity because it far exceeds the ability of most anything it can be placed in.
A believe I have found the perfect ball for you. Take a look at Pintle Hitch Ball, # 63019. It has a 2-5/16 inch diameter with a 1-1/4 inch threaded shank. It has a capacity of 14,000 pounds. This is the highest capacity ball with a 1-1/4 inch shank. It may be too close for comfort if you are towing exactly 14,000 pounds. If at all possible, reduce the trailer weight as much as possible.
Products Referenced in This Question
Pintle Hitch Ball with 2-5/16" Diameter, 14,000 lbs GTW - Chrome
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Pintle Hitch Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-5/16 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-3/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1-1/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 14000 lbs GTW
- Class IV
- Class V
- Tow Ready
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-3/16" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 3-3/16 Inch Span
- CURT
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