Is it Possible to Use a 2 5/16" Hitch Ball to Tow a Trailer That Has a 2 5/8" Coupler

Published 10/09/2021

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2" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-5/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 10K

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$45.57

2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs

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Question:

we are looking to buy a travel trailer with a ball coupler that is labeled with 2 5/8. can you use a 2 5/16 ball with that coupler?

asked by: Jim C

Expert Reply:

Yes, you can use a 2 5/16" hitch ball, like the 2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1-1/4" Diameter x 2-3/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 20,000 lbs # 63840, on a trailer that has a 2 5/8" Coupler. You will just want to make sure that you get the shank that is the correct size for the hole on your ball mount.

I have attached a link to the 2 5/16" hitch balls on our site.

expert reply by: Thomas M