Chain Style Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch with 2-5/16" Ball
Rated for your tow
12,000 lbs GTW · 1,200 lbs TW · 2" receiver· 12,000 lbs GTW · 1,200 lbs TW · 2" receiver
$671.98
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Ball Mount Has Sway Arm Bar Mounts
For additional sway control, friction sway arm bar kits are available and sold separately. The hitch head has sway bar mount tabs.
Upgrade Options
Note this is made in China. It is designed to work with the USA made Shocker Air Ride Equalizer & friction sway arm bar kits (both sold separately)
Chain Style Weight Distribution Hitch
Evenly distributes the weight over the axles of tow your vehicle and trailer to add stability and control. Chain style design makes it easier to adjust the load bars.
Features 2-5/16" Ball
Comes with a 2-5/16" preinstalled hitch ball that is torqued to proper specifications.
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Chain Style Round Bar Weight Distribution Hitch with 2-5/16" Ball. The Shocker Hitch chain style weight distribution tow system is engineered to provide easy hook up and adjustment. The chain mounts make it easier to fine tune the adjustable load bars. This WD hitch system is made to evenly distribute weight and reduce trailer sway. This weight distributing system with adjustable chains offers class IV rated 1,200 pound TW / 12,000 pound (GTW) system. Ideally used when your pickup truck or SUV won't handle the tongue weight of the trailer you are towing. Often used on campers and other heav…
Key Highlights
- Up to 12,000 lbs GTW: Minimum gross trailer weight range of 6,000 lbs to a Maximum of 12,000 lbs.
- Chain Style Weight Distribution Hitch: Evenly distributes the weight over the axles of tow your vehicle and trailer to add stability and control. Chain style design makes it easier to adjust the load bars.
- Distributes Weight: Ideally used when your pickup truck or SUV cannot handle the tongue weight of the trailer you are towing. This evenly distributes weight over the axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control.
- Levels the Load: Creates a more level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer you are towing.
- Up to 7" Trailer Frames: Clamp-on brackets fit up to 4" to 7" tall and 1.5 to 2" wide trailer frames.
- Ball Mount Has Sway Arm Bar Mounts: For additional sway control, friction sway arm bar kits are available and sold separately. The hitch head has sway bar mount tabs.
- Features 2-5/16" Ball: Comes with a 2-5/16" preinstalled hitch ball that is torqued to proper specifications.
- 8.5" Drop Shank the Fits 2" Receiver Hitch: 8.5" deep-drop shank designed for today's taller trucks.
Compatibility
- 8.5" Drop Shank the Fits 2" Receiver Hitch: 8.5" deep-drop shank designed for today's taller trucks.
- Fits 2-5/16 Ball Couplers: Fits top and bottom mounted couplers.
Specifications & Features
- Up to 12,000 lbs GTW: Minimum gross trailer weight range of 6,000 lbs to a Maximum of 12,000 lbs.
- Chain Style Weight Distribution Hitch: Evenly distributes the weight over the axles of tow your vehicle and trailer to add stability and control. Chain style design makes it easier to adjust the load bars.
- Distributes Weight: Ideally used when your pickup truck or SUV cannot handle the tongue weight of the trailer you are towing. This evenly distributes weight over the axles of tow vehicle and trailer for stability and control.
- Levels the Load: Creates a more level ride for both tow vehicle and trailer you are towing.
- Up to 7" Trailer Frames: Clamp-on brackets fit up to 4" to 7" tall and 1.5 to 2" wide trailer frames.
- Ball Mount Has Sway Arm Bar Mounts: For additional sway control, friction sway arm bar kits are available and sold separately. The hitch head has sway bar mount tabs.
- Features 2-5/16" Ball: Comes with a 2-5/16" preinstalled hitch ball that is torqued to proper specifications.
- Built Heavy Duty: High-strength steelhead and welded hitch bar.
- Black Powder Coat Finish: Durable powder-coated finish is corrosion resistant.
- Upgrade Options: Note this is made in China. It is designed to work with the USA made Shocker Air Ride Equalizer & friction sway arm bar kits (both sold separately)
When You Need Weight Distribution
Weight distribution hitches transfer trailer tongue weight onto the truck's front axle, restoring level ride and steering feel. Required when tongue weight exceeds about 10% of the truck's payload rating.
$671.98
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