Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2.5" Hitches - 9-1/4" or 10" Drop - 13" Rise
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Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2.5" Hitches - 9-1/4" or 10" Drop - 13" Rise
Item # C17132
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CURT Accessories and Parts - C17132
- Weight Distribution Hitch
- Shanks
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Round - 8 Inch Drop
- Trunnion - 8 Inch Drop
- CURT
- 1500 lbs TW
- Round - 12 Inch Rise
- Trunnion - 12 Inch Rise
- 15000 lbs GTW
This shank offers both rise and drop positions. Fits 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers. 11 Bolt holes let you adjust the height of your weight distribution system. Powder coated steel resists corrosion.
Features:
- Shank slides into your hitch receiver and provides the attachment point for your weight distribution system's head assembly
- Designed for use with Curt weight distribution systems
- 11 Adjustment points for attaching the head assembly
- Lets you level your trailer with your tow vehicle
- Drop or rise positions available to fit your application
- Black powder coated steel resists rust and corrosion
Specs:
- Application: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers
- Overall height: 14-1/2"
- Holes are spaced 1-1/4" apart on center
- Overall shank length: 12-1/2"
- Maximum drop:
- Round bar system: 10"
- Trunion bar system: 9-1/4"
- Maximum rise: 13-1/2"
- Distance from center of shank pin hole to back of adjustment shank: 7"
- Distance from center of adjustment holes to center of shank pin hole: 8"
- Distance from front of shank to center of shank pin hole: 9"
- 1-Year limited warranty
17132 Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches - 13-1/2" Rise - 9-1/4" or 10" Drop - 12-1/2" Long
Customer Satisfaction Score:
92% were satisfied with this product
8% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Product did not meet expectations
- Arrived Damaged
Customer Reviews
Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2.5" Hitches - 9-1/4" or 10" Drop - 13" Rise - C17132
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (61 Customer Reviews)
This shank offers both rise and drop positions. Fits 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers. 11 Bolt holes let you adjust the height of your weight distribution system. Powder coated steel resists corrosion.by: ET07/06/2021
Ordered a Curt shank, with more drop for my new F-250, to fit a Husky dist. hitch, perfectly. Received promptly, and installed the same day! Waiting on the weekend to pull the camper!
by: Marshall 08/24/2023
Exactly what I was looking for to use with my 2019 Ram 2500 and pair with our round bar setup for our camper, extremely heavy well built product that will last for a life time!
by: James 05/03/2023
Just the right size on my Ford Tremor for dropping my weight distribution hitch to line up with my car trailer
by: lucas08/10/2020
Great company to work with, super easy to find. Ordered the shank on a Monday and received it on Thursday. Would reccomend this company to anyone looking for this stuff..
Lucas S.
8/12/2021
Still working great we pull our camper every weekend.
by: Joshua08/13/2020
This was a perfect drop hitch for a 2018 ford f350. Bought to use with a reese weight Distribution system and works great. Good product and a great place to buy!
by: James 04/22/2021
Ordered this for my 2016 Ram 3500. The truck is stock but is still higher than the previous 1500. In setting it up for a trailer height and weight distribution hitch height of 19 inches I found that there were still had three holes below the bottom bolt of the hitch. It has worked flawlessly and would recommend this shank. PS. The shank is 9.5 inches from the ground. Still plenty of clearance.
James
4/25/2022
It works as designed. Highly recommended.
by: JasonS10/11/2023
Very strong shank. Works well!
by: Ty05/25/2020
worked great with a hitch that came with a used camper I got. need this to fit my lifted 3/4 ton truck.
by: Scott 08/14/2022
Works as expected. Wish there was less “slop”. When not connected to a trailer I can hear it bounce around in my receiver. There are a few entrances that I do drag on. My truck is a stock 2022 ram 3500 dually.
by: Kimberly 12/15/2022
Exactly what I needed and shipping was amazingly fast! Thank you so much eTrailer!!
by: Chris 12/17/2022
The hitch is top quality at the best price and quick delivery. There’s not much more you could ask for.’
by: Darren 08/13/2022
Working great pulling a 32 foot travel trailer
by: Michael12/16/2021
Heavy as hell and built to last, having mounted it and the hitch on it, adjusting and then removing, let me tell you this is seriously built and sturdy. I will have confidence in towing my 6500 lb RV from my lifted 4WD (4") utilizing the drop capability of this hitch. Needed 2 1/2 inches more drop and still not using the last three holes of capability.
by: Robert 05/18/2021
So far, product has performed as advertised. This weight distribution hitch shank is made by Curt but I have a Reese hitch. The Reese hitch head fit like they are made for each other. This will allow my travel trailer to be towed in a level position.
by: Kenneth 06/16/2020
Just what I needed for my jayco 23b and 2020 Silverado 2500hd. Perfect drop for my equalizer hitch, trailer rides nice and level.
by: Isabel01/18/2020
Just recieved my Curt 8" drop shank for my weight distribution hitch, just what I needed for my lifted truck to be able pull my RV. Awesome Customer service. Thanks again
by: Mark06/11/2019
Hitch works very good. No need for the sleeve adapter anymore. Only issue I had was it was too much of a drop. Had to cut about three holes off of the bottom. Otherwise I was hitting ground going into driveways.
by: Dennie05/23/2021
Awesome customer service. Called beginning of May to order the drop shank. Asked if I could hay it before May 21st. Got an email same day that it was shipping out and received it 3 days later. Anytime I am bending something for my trailers or towing. This will be the first place I got. Thanks
by: Jason F03/06/2020
The hitch shank is good quality. I bought for a stock 2018 F350 4 wheel drive. It was actually a little longer than I needed. I probably could have gotten by with the shorter shank.
by: Jeff 06/07/2021
The shank that came was exactly what I ordered and arrived a day earlier than expected. Works great with my eaz lift weight distribution hitch.
by: Joe 10/23/2022
Exactly what I needed. Excellent quality, fast shipping!
by: Stephen11/28/2018
Great service and very knowledgeable staff at etrailer. Will be shopping here again for sure!
by: G Johnston06/27/2020
I used the c17132 shank to replace my original 2” camper trailer shank, which was not big enough to fit on my new 2500 ram. It works great. No slack or shake and makes pulling so much better.
by: James 08/06/2020
Great product Timely shipping easy to track order I would definitely recommend etrailer for any towing needs
by: Bret01/21/2022
Looks well built and strong but could be a tighter fit going into receiver, seems a little loose to me.
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- What Causes Loose Fit of Weight Distribution Head on 2.5" Curt ShankI spoke to Curt about the issue you are having with the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2.5" Hitches part # C17132. The adjustment holes on the upright are .78" +/- .05" but if you were measuring with a tape measure, it's not unlikely to get 13/16" or close. I recommend that you ensure the bolts are torqued to the proper spec and that the head tilt mechanism (if equipped) is installed properly. If you still have issue, please confirm the type of system you're using with the shank.
view full answer... - Dimensions Of Curt Weight Distribution Shank C17132I went to the warehouse and measured the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132 and it measures 9" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the vertical portion of the shank. I have attached a diagram with some other measurements I took as well that may be helpful.
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- Diagram with Dimensions for Curt Weight Distribution Shank C17132The Curt Weight Distribution Shank # C17132 has an overall height of 14-1/2 inches and an overall length of 12-1/2 inches. The adjustment holes are spaced 1-1/4 inches on center and the distance from the hitch pin hole to the adjustment hole is 8 inches on center. The measurement from the center of the hitch pin hole to the edge of the shank is 3-1/2 inches. From the edge of the shank to the middle of the curved section, the distance is 7-1/2 inches. I've attached a diagram with these...
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- Does Curt Weight Distribution Shank C17132 Fit Husky Weight Distribution SystemIf you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch and you need more drop the Curt shank part # C17132 is a great option that is perfectly compatible with your Husky system.
view full answer... - Will the Curt 2-1/2 Inch Weight Distribution Shank Work With 2 Inch Weight Distribution HeadThe Curt Weight Distribution Shank part # C17132 is just what you need to use a weight distribution system on a trailer hitch with 2-1/2" receiver tube opening without using a 2-1/2" to 2" sleeve adapter. The shank does narrow down for use with a standard weight distribution head. In other words, the weight distribution head for a 2-1/2" hitch is the same for a 2" hitch.
view full answer... - Weight Capacity for Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132I checked with Curt and the weight distribution shank part # C17132 that you referenced is rated for 15,000 lbs total trailer weight and 1,500 lbs tongue weight.
view full answer... - Compatibility of Curt C17132 Shank with Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution SystemThe Curt # C17132 would indeed be compatible with your Reese Strait-Line system. The portion of the shank where the weight distribution head attaches is just a tiny fraction under 2 inches in width which is industry standard. The adjustment hole spacing for the the elevation of the weight distribution head are also industry standard, at 1-1/4 inches apart on center, so it'll work perfectly with your existing Reese system. The shank is adjustable for a maximum drop of 9-1/4 inches or...
view full answer... - Correct Weight Distribution Shank for 2017 Ford F-250 with 6 Inch Lift and 37 Inch TiresThe correct way to measure for rise/drop is from the ground to the top inside edge of the receiver tube (A) and then from the ground to the bottom of the trailer coupler while level (B). The difference between these two measurements will then give you the correct rise/drop (C). Therefore, your A measurement minus your B measurement will give you your C measurement which will be for drop. I am having a hard time trying to decipher where you are measuring from but I can tell you that the...
view full answer... - What is Length of Curt Weight Distribution Shank # C17132The overall length of the Curt weight distribution shank part # C17132 is 12-1/2 inches. This is a couple inches longer than most shanks so it should work well for you, but since I don't know the current length of your shank it's hard to say that for certain. Most 2-1/2 inch Equalizer brand shanks are about the same overal length but they have the hitch pin moved quite a bit closer to the vertical portion of the shank so the Curt would easily stick out further than what you have most likely.
view full answer... - Hitch Pin Hole Measurement Of Curt Weight Distribution Shank C17132I went to the warehouse and measured the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132 and it measures 3" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the shank. I have attached a diagram with some other measurements I took as well that may be helpful.
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- Will the Curt Weight Distribution Shank Work On a 2019 Ram 2500The Curt Weight Distribution Shank part # C17132 offers up to 9-1/4" of drop. In order to see if this is enough for your truck/trailer combo you will need to take some measurements. If the distance from the ground to the top inside edge of the trailer hitch is within 9-1/4" from the distance to the ground from the bottom of the trailer coupler while level then you will be good to go. That said, I am pretty sure the above will have enough drop for most trucks so you should be good to go....
view full answer... - What is Tongue Weight Capacity of Curt Weight Distribution Shank # C17132The tongue weight capacity of the Curt weight distribution shank part # C17132 that you referenced is 1,500 lbs. I believe that is your only question but if you have any other parts from your WD system that needs to be replaced let me know and I'll see what we can do.
view full answer... - How Much Drop Can Curt Weight Distribution System do With Trunnion SystemThe Curt weight distribution shank part # C17132 that you referenced can do up to an 9-1/4 inch drop with a trunnion bar setup like you mentioned. This works with a Reese weight distribution system as well.
view full answer... - Drop Shank for Weight Distribution System that Fits 2-1/2 inch Hitch in 2019 Ford F-250For a drop weight distribution shank that fits a 2-1/2 hitch similar to the Curt # C17123 you'd want the Curt shank part # C17132 which can do a drop of 9-1/4 inches. The weight capacities for this are 1,500 lb tongue weight and 15,000 lb total trailer weight. I attached a review video for this shank for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Longer WDS Shank Fit & Compatibility W/ The Curt TruTrac Weight Distribution SystemYes you can absolutely use the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132 with the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System w/ Sway Control # C17501. This shank will fit into 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers, an overall height of 14-1/2" , 9-1/4" of drop, 12" of rise, and an overall length of 12-1/2".
view full answer... - Drop Shank that Fits 2-1/2 inch Hitch for Use with Curt MV Weight Distribution SystemSince you'd need more drop than what the shank of the Curt MV Weight Distribution System # C17062 provides you may as well go with a drop shank that fits a 2-1/2 inch hitch directly without needing the adapter sleeve like the Curt shank part # C17132 which fits the hitch size and provides up to 10 inches of drop.
view full answer... - Drop Shank Recommendation for Husky Centerline Weight Distribution that Fits 2.5 inch HitchWe do have drop shanks for weight distribution systems that will fit your 2-1/2 inch hitch and allow you additional drop like you are wanting. For that we have the Curt part # C17132 which can do a drop of up to 9-1/4 inches, fits your hitch, and also fits you Husky brand weight distribution system.
view full answer... - Will Curt Weight Distribution Shank C17132 Work With Reese System RP66022Yes, fortunately the shanks for weight distribution systems are standardized so it is fine to use one brand of shank with another brand of WD head assembly. Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2-Inch Hitches # C17132 will fit your 2-1/2-inch hitch and your Reese WD system # RP66022.
view full answer... - How To Choose New Weight Distribution System Shank for Lifted TruckIn order to choose a new weight distribution system shank you need to measure your rise/drop requirements just as you would when selecting a ball mount. This measurement is from the ground to the bottom of the coupler lip on the trailer while level and then from the ground to the top inside edge of the receiver tube on the vehicle. The difference will give you the correct rise/drop. The Reese Weight Dist Shank part # RP3344 for example offers up to a 7-5/8" drop. I have attached a full...
view full answer... - Replacement Weight Distribution Shank For A 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 Trailer HitchYou are correct, you'll just need a WDS shank that is capable of working with your 2017 Ford F-250 with a 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receiver. I recommend checking out the: -Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitch # BXW4028. This shank will work great with your Husky WDS and your truck's 2-1/2" trailer hitch receiver, and has a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 20,000lbs, with a maximum tongue weight capacity of 2,000lbs.
view full answer... - Can Curt Deep Drop Adjustable 2-Ball Mount be Used as Weight Distribution ShankThe width is 2-1/2 inches, the hole spacing is 1-1/4 inches, and you can 100% use the Curt Deep Drop Adjustable 2-Ball Mount # C89NR as a weight distribution shank. The reason for that is because the shank that comes with the # C89NR is the Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches # C17132. Weight distribution shanks are interchangeable as well, so you can definitely use this with your Reese weight distribution hitch.
view full answer... - Weight Distribution Shank that Has Most DropTo determine how much drop/rise you need you need to measure from the top of the hitch opening on your Tahoe down to the ground and then while your trailer is level measure from the bottom lip of the coupler to the ground. The difference between these dimensions is the drop/rise you need. The shank we have with the most drop is the Curt # C17125 which can do a drop of up to 16-1/4 inches if the system is a round bar system or 15-3/4 inches if the system is a trunnion bar.
view full answer... - Availability of Weight Distribution Shank that Fits 2-1/2 inch Hitch SizeWe have weight distribution shanks that fit the 2-1/2 inch hitch size like what you have on your 2019 Ram 2500 like with the Curt # C17132 if you need a lot of drop or the # C17131 which doesn't give quite as much drop.
view full answer... - Can Curt Weight Distribution System be Ordered with 2-1/2 inch Hitch ShankYou could order a larger, 2-1/2 inch hitch shank to go with the Curt weight distribution system part # C17062 but there isn't a version of this system that includes this size. For a shank then you'd want the # C17131 of if you need a large drop # C17132 and you'd be set. Otherwise you could use the sleeve adapter you currently have.
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7/7/2022
Still working great. Would prefer a tighter fit in the receiver, but, other hitches have similar fit. Great product!