Impact Cushion Hitch & Raised Ball Mount w/2-5/16" Ball
Rated for your tow
14,000 lbs GTW · 1,400 lbs TW · 2-1/2" receiver· 14,000 lbs GTW · 1,400 lbs TW · 2-1/2" receiver
$772.78
or as low as $65/mo with flexible financing — 4, 6, or 12 months. Options at checkout.
The shank has 2 holes
for the hitch pin so you can adjust the length and it also works with hitch mounted mud flaps or shocker hitch tow flaps
Works with all our other
ball mount adaptors attachments; Pintle hooks, combo multi dual ball, clevis, cushioned drawbar, drawbar, drop ball mounts, raise ball mounts and more.
Comes with 2" or 2-1/2"
shank. 2-1/2" will fit 3" receiver hitch tubes with adaptor (sold separately)
Includes complete adjustable Shocker impact
cushion hitch base frame, raised ball mount with ball & 2 d-handle ball mount pins.
Stop destroying your trailer and cargo.
Every bump, pothole, and expansion joint sends a violent jolt through your trailer frame, damaging cargo and wearing out your truck. Shocker Air Ride Hitches absorb that punishment at the coupling, before it reaches your trailer.
Every hard stop and frost heave sends a jolt straight through a solid ball mount and into your truck, your trailer, and whatever you loaded in back. The Shocker Impact Cushion 14K takes the edge off that. It runs the same proven 8-hole steel chassis as the Original Shocker Air Hitch, but trades the airbag for sealed dual rubber bump cushions, so there is no air pressure to watch, no compressor to own, and nothing to service. This Impact Cushion Hitch & Raised Ball Mount w/2-5/16" Ball hauls up to 14,000 lbs of trailer with a level 3" Drop to 5" Rise, and it drops into any 2-1/2-inch receiver. It costs roughly 30 to 40% less than the air-ride version and still tows noticeably smoother than any solid ball mount.
Key Highlights
- Sealed dual rubber cushions soak up road shock and never need servicing
- Handles up to 14,000 lbs of trailer and 1,400 lbs of tongue weight
- Costs about 30 to 40% less than the air-ride Original Shocker Hitch
- 2-1/2-inch shank drops into F-250 / RAM 2500-class three-quarter-ton trucks (class V receivers)
- Safety red textured powder coat that stands out and shrugs off chips
- 7-hole adjustable frame flips for more drop or more rise to level any trailer
- Takes every Shocker ball mount attachment in the catalog, so one frame covers all your trailers
- No air pressure, no compressor, nothing new to learn
What's Included
- Impact Cushion Hitch & Raised Ball Mount w/2-5/16" Ball cushioned base frame assembly
- Sealed dual rubber bump cushions (pre-installed)
- 2-5/16-inch ball mount attachment (when configured with a ball)
- 2 D-handle hitch pins with clips
- Safety red textured powder coat finish
- Installation instructions
Not Included
- —Sway control kit (available separately as Shocker 17200 or Reese 83660)
- —Receiver tube adapter (only required when stepping up to a 3-inch receiver)
- —Additional ball mount attachments, sold separately (pintle, clevis, drawbar, drop, combo, raised)
Installation
Watch the official install walkthrough for this hitch — the exact steps and tools, straight from the manufacturer.
How the Dual Rubber Cushions Smooth Your Ride
Two Sealed Rubber Cushions
A pair of dense rubber bump stops sits between the ball mount arm and the receiver frame. Every time the trailer tugs and bounces, the cushions squeeze and spring back, soaking up the road shock right at the hitch instead of passing it on into your truck and your cargo.
It Gives a Little Instead of Jarring
The ball mount pivots on the same lever-arm geometry as the air-ride Original Shocker. That bit of give is what makes a cushion hitch feel smoother than a rigid steel mount that punches every bump straight through to the cab.
Sealed and Maintenance-Free
The cushions are bonded inside the frame, so there is no air valve, no pressure gauge, and nothing to service. Bolt it in once and pull with it for the life of your truck.
Calmer, More Planted Feel
The pivoting cushion design damps the back-and-forth jerks that get a trailer swaying. Heavy loads still want a dedicated sway control kit, but most light and mid-weight trailers tow noticeably calmer behind it.
Who This Hitch Is Made For
Reach for the Impact Cushion when you want a smoother tow but never want to think about air pressure.
- Occasional towers who hook up a trailer a few times a year
- Anyone who does not want to babysit air pressure or own a compressor
- Boat, fish house, snowmobile, and ice house haulers
- Contractors pulling skid steer, dump, and equipment trailers
- Anyone wanting a real ride upgrade over a solid ball mount on a budget
- Fleet operators who want zero ongoing hitch maintenance
Cushion or Air Ride: How to Choose
Both ride better than a solid mount. What sets them apart is travel, tunability, and price.
Impact Cushion 14K (this product)
Rubber cushions, roughly 30 to 40% cheaper, and zero maintenance. You get less suspension travel than air ride, though it is a clear step up from solid steel. Best for occasional or light-duty towing, or anyone who wants simplicity over dialing in settings.
Original Shocker Air Hitch (air-ride sibling)
Same chassis with an adjustable airbag added. It gives you more travel, a smoother ride at any load weight, and pressure you can dial to match the trailer. It costs more, needs a compressor, and the airbag is a wear item (rare to fail, and field-replaceable). Best for daily towers and heavy use.
Set It and Forget It
If you only tow a few times a year, the last thing you want is a hitch that nags for attention before every trip. The Impact Cushion 14K bolts in, pulls smoothly, and never needs servicing. There is no air pressure to check before you leave, no airbag to inspect, and no compressor riding in the toolbox. If you came to Shocker for the reputation but do not want the air-ride routine, this is the line built for you.
Same Ecosystem as the Original Shocker
Because the Impact Cushion shares the Original Shocker chassis, every ball mount attachment in the Shocker catalog bolts right on, including combo balls, pintle hooks, clevises, drawbars, raised mounts, and drop mounts. Buy the base frame once and swap attachments as your trailers change. It is finished in a safety red textured powder coat that is easy to spot and resists chipping, and it ships direct from our Canadian warehouse with no border wait.
$772.78
Still researching?
Skip the product wall — these are the four guides every buyer actually opens before they decide.
Installation Guide
Step-by-step videos for every Shocker family. What's in the box, what tools you need, and how long it takes.
Watch the installAir Pressure Setup
How to dial in air pressure by trailer weight so the ride is right the first time and the hitch lasts longer.
See psi by loadTowing Capacity Guide
Match GTW, tongue weight, and receiver size to your truck class so you don't over- or under-buy.
Read the guideConfigure Your Hitch
60-second fit quiz — answer a few questions about your truck and trailer, get a tailored recommendation.
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