Weigh Safe Adjustable Drop Hitch
The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is the best aluminum drop hitch on the market. This adjustable trailer hitch features our signature built-in gauge, now filled with glycerin for increased durability and performance, that measures tongue weight so you never have to worry about an unbalanced and unsafe load again. Crafted out of solid, aircraft grade aluminum, the Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is not only sleek but offers a Towing Peace of Mind with every towing journey.
The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is the one and only adjustable trailer hitch with a built-in scale that measures load before you hit the road, resulting in a much safer and enjoyable towing experience. Before this ball mount, gauging your trailer’s tongue weight was a hassle. You had to rely on inefficient bathroom scales, make a trip to the weigh station, or purchase a separate tongue weight scale. But with the Weigh Safe’s built-in scale, measuring your tongue weight is as easy as coupling your trailer to your ball mount.
After verifying that your drop hitch receiver is the correct height, simply hook-up your trailer to the Weigh Safe ball mount just as you would any other ball mount.
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Weigh Safe Drop Hitch Specs
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Drop Lengths: 4", 6", 8", 10"
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Built-in Scale: Yes
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Shaft: 2", 2.5", or 3" (8" & 10" only)
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Ball: 2" & 2-5/16" stainless steel balls
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Max GTW: 2" Shank: 7,500–12,500 lbs depending on ball size, 2.5" Shank: 18,500 lbs, 3" Shank: 21,000 lbs
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Max Tongue: 1,500 lbs (2" shaft), 2,200 lbs (2.5" & 3")
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Certifications: V5 & J684 certified
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Adjustment: 1" increments
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Weight: 4" Drop – 16 lbs; 6" – 18 lbs; 8" – 19 lbs; 10" – 20 lbs
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Ball Material: Stainless steel
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Pin: Dual-pin key-lock assembly included
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Rise: Gain 1" in rise (e.g., 4" drop = 5" rise)
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Total Height: Add 3" (4" drop = 7" from receiver top to hitch base)
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Hitch Pin Hole: 5/8" diameter
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Clam Shell Compatible: Yes
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Stowable: Yes; 3" shank is NOT
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Maintenance: Surface rust is cosmetic only and wipes off with Scotch-Brite/Brillo.
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Included: 1- Drawbar, 1- 2″ Ball, 1- Ball Retaining Pin, 1- Slider with Gauge, 1- 2-5/16″ Ball, 1- Lock Plate Key Assembly, 1- Dust Lock Cover
Weigh Safe Drop Hitch Features
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Protect Your Gear: Need more security? Choose from a wide variety of accessory locks to further secure your truck and trailer. Order your ball mount with a Hitch Locking Pin or an entire Lock Set (Hitch Locking Pin, Coupler Latch Lock and Padlock) and have them all keyed alike to your Steel 180 PRO. You read that right, ONE key for everything!
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Aircraft Grade Aluminum: Constructed of aircraft grade aluminum, the Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is rated up to 21,000 Lbs Max Gross Trailer Weight and 2,200 Lbs Max Tongue Weight.
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Includes 2 Tow Balls: Comes with two stainless steel tow balls: 2″ and 2-5/16" sizes. Swapping out the tow balls is as easy as pulling a pin and can be done in seconds! Simply remove the slider and pull out the ball retaining pin to release the tow ball. A 1-⅞” tow ball can be purchased separately if you need a smaller size.
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Ultimate Versatility: Towing a different trailer and need to adjust the height of the slider? No problem. With the Dual Pin Slider Lock, height adjustability has never been easier. Add in the option to use the Weigh Safe Drop Hitch in the rise position and you have the ultimate adjustable hitch. This hitch can also be flipped around and stowed out of the way when not in use, saving shins everywhere. (Note: The 3” shank size cannot be stowed.)
Why Is Tongue Weight Important On A Drop Hitch
Tongue weight (TW) refers to the weight that the fully loaded trailer exerts downward on the hitch ball of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 percent – and should not exceed 15 percent – of your gross trailer weight. For example, a 10,000-lb trailer should have a tongue weight between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs. You can adjust the tongue weight of your trailer by removing or adding cargo or redistributing the load on the trailer. The tongue weight should not exceed the capacity of your tow vehicle, your hitch, or any of your towing components.
Simply put, too little tongue weight can cause trailer sway, and too much tongue weight can cause the tow vehicle to perform poorly. You may have difficulty steering, gaining traction, or braking when driving a setup that has too much weight pushing down on the rear of the vehicle. Ultimately, towing with an improper tongue weight can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or cause your trailer to separate from the vehicle.
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2" Shank |
2.5" Shank |
3" Shank |
| Max Trailer Weight |
12,500 lbs |
18,500 lbs |
21,000 lbs |
| Max Tongue Weight |
1,500 lbs |
2,200 lbs |
2,200 lbs |
| Available Drop Lengths |
4", 6", 8", 10" |
4", 6", 8", 10" |
8", 10" |
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- Limited Lifetime Warranty
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