Hitch-Ball Couplers
For an easy towing hookup, bolt or weld these couplers to a trailer. They connect to the hitch ball on a vehicle. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed.
Bolt-on couplers have a hole in the latch lever to accommodate a padlock or coupler lock (sold separately).
Straight couplers attach to a single-channel trailer tongue.
A-frame couplers weld onto a two-channel trailer tongue set at a 50° angle.
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Overall | Mounting Hole | Coupler Locks | |||||||||||||
| Coupler Type | For Max. Trailer Wt., lbs. | For Tongue Wd. | For Ball Dia. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Dia. | Ctr.-to-Ctr. | Features | For Max. Shackle Dia. | Specifications Met | Each | Each | ||
Bolt On | |||||||||||||||
| Straight | 2,000 | 2" | 1 7/8" | 8 3/4" | 3 5/8" | 3 5/8" | 3/8" | 2 1/4" | Lockable Lever | 5/16" | SAE J684 | 000000 | 000000 | 000000 | 000000 |
| Straight | 3,500 | 2" | 2" | 11" | 4" | 4 1/8" | 1/2" | 3 1/16" | Lockable Lever | 5/16" | SAE J684 | 000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00000 |
| Straight | 3,500 | 3" | 2" | 11" | 4" | 4 1/8" | 1/2" | 3 1/16" | Lockable Lever | 5/16" | SAE J684 | 000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00000 |
| Straight | 6,000 | 3" | 2" | 10 3/8" | 3 3/4" | 4 1/8" | 1/2" | 3" | Locking Lever | 5/16" | SAE J684 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00000 |
Weld On | |||||||||||||||
| A-Frame | 5,000 | __ | 2" | 13 7/8" | 9" | 4 7/8" | __ | __ | __ | __ | SAE J684 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
| A-Frame | 21,000 | __ | 2 5/16" | 14 3/8" | 11" | 4" | __ | __ | __ | __ | SAE J684 | 0000000 | 00000 | 000000 | 00 |
Hitch Inserts
Use these inserts in hitch-ball connections for towing. They fit into a receiver that's attached to a vehicle. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed. Vertical capacity (also known as tongue weight) represents the weight of the load on the hitch ball.
Height adapters for hitch balls raise or drop the ball to the height that works for your trailer. From the drop position, rotate the adapter 180° to achieve the raise position.
Combination ball/eyes give you the versatility of mating with a drawbar ring or hitch-ball coupler. The higher capacity is for the drawbar ring; the lower capacity is for the hitch ball.
Multi-size hitch balls provide three sizes in one. The larger hitch ball sizes have higher capacities.
Height adjusting multi-size hitch balls provide three sizes in one and can raise or drop the ball to the height that works for your trailer. The larger hitch ball sizes have higher capacities.
Eyes and combination ball/eyes with multi-size hitch balls allow for more range of movement than ball hitches, making them good for use on uneven surfaces. Since they can also tow higher capacities than ball hitches, they’re often used to haul large items.
Use clevises as a hitch or ball mount to connect parts for towing. They can also be used with rings.
Use rings with clevises to evenly distribute pressure. They also keep tow chains and straps from slipping.
Use hooks and multi-size hitch balls with hook to attach towing chains, straps, or cable to haul heavy objects, such as vehicles.
| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Drop Height | Rise Height | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | For Hitch Ball Thread Size  | Each | |
| 6,000 | 600 | 2" | 3/4" | 12" | 2" Square | 1"-14 | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 6,000 | 600 | 4" | 2 3/4" | 12 1/4" | 2" Square | 1"-14 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 12,000 | 1,200 | 3 1/2" | 2" | 10 1/2" | 2 1/2" Square | 1 1/4"-12 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 12,000 | 1,200 | 5" | 3 1/2" | 10 1/2" | 2 1/2" Square | 1 1/4"-12 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 12,000 | 1,200 | 6" | 5" | 10 1/4" | 2" Square | 1 1/4"-12 | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 12,000 | 1,200 | 6 3/4" | 5" | 10 1/2" | 2 1/2" Square | 1 1/4"-12 | 0000000 | 00000 |
Hitch Ball | ||||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Number of Hitch Balls Included | Diameter | Material | Each | |
| 7,000/12,000 | 2,400 | 15 11/32" | 2" Square | 1 | 2" | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Hitch Ball | ||||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Number of Hitch Balls Included | Diameter | Material | Each | |
| 6,000/7,500/10,000 | Not Rated | 12" | 2" Square | 3 | 1 7/8", 2", 2 5/16" | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Hitch Ball | |||||||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity | Maximum Drop Height | Maximum Rise Height | Height Adjustment Increments | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Number of Hitch Balls Included | Diameter | Material | Each | |
| 6,000/7,500/10,000 | Not Rated | 6" | 6" | 1 1/4" | 20 7/32" | 2" Square | 3 | 1 7/8", 2", 2 5/16" | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Each | |
| 20,000 | 4,000 | 14 3/8" | 2" Square | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Hitch Ball | ||||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Number of Hitch Balls Included | Diameter | Material | Each | |
| 6,000/10,000/14,000 | 600, 1,000, 1,400 | 13 1/2" | 2 1/2" Square | 3 | 1 7/8", 2", 2 5/16" | Chrome-Plated Steel | 0000000 | 0000000 |
| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | For Pin Diameter | Opening Width | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Each | |
| 5,000 | 500 | 1" | 2" | 15" | 2" Square | 0000000 | 000000 |
Ring | |||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity | ID | Thickness | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Each | |
| 12,000 | Not Rated | 2 1/2" | 1 1/4" | 11 7/16" | 2" Square | 0000000 | 000000 |
| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity | Hook Opening Width | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Each | |
| 12,000 | Not Rated | 2" | 11 3/4" | 2" Square | 0000000 | 000000 |
Hitch Ball | |||||||||
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| For Maximum Trailer Weight, lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | Hook Opening Width | Overall Depth | For Hitch Receiver Size | Number of Hitch Balls Included | Diameter | Material | Each | |
| 6,000/7,500/10,000 | 600, 750, 1,000 | 1 5/8" | 13" | 2" Square | 3 | 1 7/8", 2", 2 5/16" | Powder-Coated Steel | 0000000 | 000000 |
Mounting Plate Inserts for Drawbar Couplers
These inserts allow you to connect a drawbar coupler on a trailer to a receiver on a vehicle for towing. Fit them into a receiver and mount a coupler to the mounting plate. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed. Vertical capacity (also known as tongue weight) represents the weight of the load on the drawbar ring.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Mounting Hole | Mounting Plate | ||||||||||||
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| Overall Dp. | For Max. Trailer Wt., lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | For Hitch Receiver Size | Material | Color | Dia. | Ctr.-to-Ctr. (A) | Ctr.-to-Ctr. (B) | Wd. | Ht. | Each | ||
| 1 | 7" | 16,000 | 3,000 | 2" Square | Painted Steel | Black | 1/2" | 3 3/8" | 1 3/4" | 4 7/8" | 4 1/8" | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 2 | 8 1/2" | 16,000 | 3,000 | 2" Square | Painted Steel | Black | 1/2" | 3 3/8" | 1 3/4" | 4 7/8" | 7 5/8" | 0000000 | 00000 |
Hitch Balls
Mount these onto a hitch insert, and connect them to a trailer with a hitch-ball coupler. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
| For Max. Trailer Wt., lbs. | Hitch Ball Dia. | Thread Size | Stud Lg. | Each | |
Chrome-Plated Steel | |||||
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| 2,000 | 1 7/8" | 3/4"-16 | 1 5/8" | 0000000 | 000000 |
| 3,500 | 2" | 3/4"-16 | 1 7/8" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 3,500 | 2" | 3/4"-16 | 2 5/16" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 5,000 | 2" | 1"-14 | 2 1/8" | 000000 | 00000 |
| 6,000 | 2 5/16" | 1"-14 | 2" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 10,000 | 2 5/16" | 1 1/4"-12 | 2 1/8" | 000000 | 00000 |
Stainless Steel | |||||
| 2,000 | 1 7/8" | 3/4"-16 | 1 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 8,200 | 2" | 1"-14 | 1 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000 |
| 8,200 | 2 5/16" | 1"-14 | 1 3/4" | 0000000 | 00000 |
Drawbar Couplers
Also known as pintle hitches, these are used with drawbar rings to connect a trailer to your vehicle for towing. Maximum trailer weight is the total weight being towed. Vertical capacity (also known as tongue weight) represents the weight of the load on the drawbar ring or hitch ball. Use Grade 8 fasteners (included with some couplers) for mounting. Mount couplers directly to a vehicle or use a mounting plate insert to mount them to a hitch receiver. See Mounting Plate Inserts for Drawbar Couplers and Hitch Receivers.
Combination ball/eye couplers include a ball for use with hitch-ball connections.
Couplers with a vertical latch move up to open. They are the most common type.
Note: Capacity is reduced 25% in off-road use.
For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.
Hitch Ball | Mounting Hole | ||||||||||||||
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| For Max. Trailer Wt., lbs. | Vertical Capacity, lbs. | For Min. Drawbar Ring ID | For Max. Drawbar Ring Thick. | Overall Dp. | Material | Dia. | Material | Locking Mechanism | Mounting Fasteners Included | Dia. | Ctr.-to-Ctr. (A) | Ctr.-to-Ctr. (B) | Each | ||
Vertical Latch | |||||||||||||||
| 3 | 16,000 | 3,000 | 2 1/16" | 2" | 7 3/4" | Steel | 2" | Chrome-Plated Steel | Pin, Lever | No | 1/2" | 3 3/8" | 1 3/4" | 000000 | 0000000 |
| 3 | 16,000 | 3,000 | 2 3/8" | 1 13/16" | 7 3/4" | Steel | 2 5/16" | Chrome-Plated Steel | Pin, Lever | No | 1/2" | 3 3/8" | 1 3/4" | 000000 | 000000 |
Fork-Mount Towing Adapters
This adapter has a drawbar hitch receiver on top to convert a forklift for towing. For inserts and couplers, see Hitch Inserts, Mounting Plate Inserts for Drawbar Couplers, and Drawbar Couplers.
Warning: Never use to lift people or items over people.
Hitch Receiver | For Max. Fork | Overall | ||||||||||
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| Capacity, lbs. | Size | No. of Fork Pockets | Wd. | Ht. | Lg. | Wd. | Ht. | Forklift Attachment Type | Material | Color | Each | |
| 6,000 | 2" Square | 2 | 7 1/2" | 2 1/2" | 30" | 30" | 5 9/16" | Hook and Chain with Connecting Pin | Painted Steel | Yellow | 0000000 | 000000000 |
Hitch-Ball Coupler Locks
Insert these locks into the hitch-ball coupler latch or socket on your trailer to prevent theft. Each lock is plated or powder-coated to stand up to weather, so you can use them on outdoor trailers without worrying about corrosion.
Style A locks block the latch lever, so no one can open the latch and connect their own vehicle without the key. These locks are a good choice when your vehicle and trailer are unsupervised, such as at refueling stops.
Style B and C locks block access to the socket, so no one can hitch your trailer without the key. These locks are a good choice when your trailer is unhitched from your vehicle, such as during drop-offs or while in storage. Style B locks are one piece and compact for easy installation and storage. Made of aluminum, they resist corrosion better than steel locks. Style C locks can also be used on ring-type hitches. Made of two hardened steel pieces, they’re heavy duty and stand up to attempts to cut them open better than aluminum locks.
Choose keyed alike locks if you need several locks that open with the same key. Choose keyed differently locks if you need locks that each open with a different key.
Shackle | |||||||||
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| Keying | Style | Dia. | Material | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Keys Included | Each | |
Solid Brass-Plated Steel Body | |||||||||
| Keyed Differently | Standard | 1/4" | Chrome-Plated Steel | 1 3/4" | 1 3/4" | 7/8" | 2 | 000000 | 000000 |
| Keying | For Ball Dia. | Ht. | Wd. | Dp. | No. of Keys Included | Each | |
Solid Powder-Coated Aluminum Body | |||||||
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Red Body | |||||||
| Keyed Differently | 1 7/8", 2", 2 5/16" | 4 5/8" | 3 1/4" | 3 3/4" | 2 | 0000000 | 000000 |
