CURT 48180 Pintle Hitch for 16,000 lbs Trailers

In specialized towing applications, such as agriculture, construction, and even military, pintle hitches have long been the trusted product. These hitches are renowned for their impressive weight capacity and straightforward design. The basic pintle hitch is essentially a hook-and-loop system, with the hook attached to the vehicle and the loop mounted on the trailer. Due to their simple construction, pintle hitches can be built with thicker metal and offer a more secure coupling.

CURT's combination ball and pintle hitches provide a comprehensive towing solution for heavy-duty trucks and SUVs. These mounts feature both a pintle hook and a standard trailer ball, giving users a versatile towing option. The adjustable style of these combination mounts allows them to be installed on a channel or plate, while the shank-style can be attached to a receiver.

The specific CURT combination pintle and ball mount being discussed has an impressive ball capacity of 6,000 lbs. and a pintle capacity of 16,000 lbs. It is important to note that the lowest weight capacity of any towing component, such as the vehicle, hitch, or trailer, should never be exceeded.

This combination hitch is designed to fit any lunette ring with a 2-1/2" inside eye diameter and includes a changeable 2" trailer ball with a durable chrome finish. Additionally, a safety pin and bolt kit are provided for secure installation.

Recognizing the wear and tear associated with heavy-duty towing, CURT has focused on providing a quality finish for all its pintle mounts, lunette eyes, and combination pintle hitches. This particular combination ball/pintle hook is coated in a black powder coat finish, ensuring superior rust and scratch resistance to withstand the demands of daily heavy-duty towing.

The versatility of this ball and pintle hitch makes it an excellent choice for equipping your pickup truck for a wide range of heavy-duty towing tasks. The 1-7/8-inch diameter trailer ball can be coupled to a 1-7/8-inch trailer coupler or a lunette ring with a 2-1/2-inch to 3-inch inside diameter.

To ensure a reliable connection to your trailer, this pintle hitch features a spring-loaded arm that locks down onto the hitch ball and can be secured with the included safety pin. This feature provides a dependable and secure connection.

The construction of this ball and pintle hook combo is noteworthy, as it is rated for a pintle capacity of 16,000 lbs., a ball capacity of 6,000 lbs., and a tongue weight capacity of 3,200 lbs. The body is made from solid forged steel, ensuring dependable strength.

To protect against the elements, this ball and pintle hook hitch is shielded in a highly durable powder coat finish. This finish provides long-lasting resistance to rust, chipping, and UV damage, ensuring the hitch can withstand the challenges of rain, snow, mud, and other outdoor conditions.

Installing this pintle ball hitch is a straightforward process, as it is designed to be easy and secure, using the included bolt kit. It is compatible with any CURT pintle mount, including an adjustable pintle hitch mounting plate, allowing for convenient height adjustment and level towing.

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