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HITCH CLASS
Rec. size
GTW (LBS.)
TW (LBS.)
WD (LBS.)
WDTW (LBS.)
Trailer hitch weight ratings vary by part number and are limited to vehicle manufacturer's stated capacities.
TOWING COMPARISON
Measuring A TRAILER BALL
- Ball Diameter
- Rise
- Shank Length
- Shank Diameter
Torque Specification
- 3/4" shank: 165 ft. lbs.
- 1" shank: 250 ft. lbs.
- 1 1/4" shank: 450 ft. lbs.
- 2" shank: 4,550 ft. lbs.
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