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BulletProof Hitches 2-Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitch - 8-1/4" Drop, 8-1/2" Rise - 14K
BulletProof Hitches

BulletProof Hitches 2-Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitch - 8-1/4" Drop, 8-1/2" Rise - 14K

Part Number: MD256
$269.00
Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
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The thick channel plates and welded gusset on this steel ball mount make it perfect for heavy-duty use. Tow up to 10K with the 2" ball or 14K with the 2-5/16" ball. Adjustable design lets you tow trailers of various heights. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch ball mount from BulletProof Hitches. BulletProof Hitches 2-Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitch - 8-1/4" Drop, 8-1/2" Rise - 14K part number MD256 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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BulletProof Hitches Trailer Hitch Ball Mount - MD256

Highlights

  • 14,000 lbs GTW for Heavy Loads: Handles large trailers, campers, and boats with the 2-5/16" ball.
  • 8-1/4" Drop or 8-1/2" Rise for Level Towing: Adjusts height to match different trailer couplers.
  • Two Ball Sizes in One Mount: 2" (10,000 lbs) and 2-5/16" (14,000 lbs) balls cover multiple trailer types.
  • Steel Build with Welded Gusset: 5/16" channel and 1/2" gusset add strength for heavy-duty towing use.
  • Matte Black Powder Coat Finish: Helps resist rust and corrosion from road salt and weather.
  • Includes Pins and Clips: Secures the ball platform firmly in one of five mounting positions.

Features to know about

Keeps Every Trailer Level: 8-1/4" Drop and 8-1/2" Rise

When you’re switching between different trailers, getting the height right makes all the difference. This adjustable mount gives you up to 8-1/4" drop and 8-1/2" rise, so you can dial in a level setup for each one. The 5-position channel lets you fine-tune the height quickly using the included pins and clips, keeping every trailer running level and steady down the road.

Close-up of heat-treated steel pins and clips with zinc finish used to secure BulletProof Hitches adjustable ball mount.

Handles Heavy Loads Without Flinching: 14,000 lbs GTW Capacity

Big campers, loaded equipment trailers, or heavy boats—this mount is built for them. The welded steel design is tough enough to handle up to 10,000 lbs with the 2" ball and 14,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball. A 1/2" thick gusset plate braces the shank and channel so it won’t flex under weight, while the solid steel ball platform gives you a strong, stable connection every time you tow.

Close-up of BulletProof Hitches dual hitch ball platform showing welded 2-inch and 2-5/16-inch balls for versatile towing.

Close-up of welded steel gusset on BulletProof Hitches 2-ball adjustable ball mount showing heavy-duty construction details.

Built Strong Where It Counts: Thick Channel Frame and Welded Construction

You can see the strength in its construction. The channel frame uses 5/16" thick laser-cut steel plates with precisely sized pin holes that keep adjustments smooth and secure. The balls are welded directly to the platform for added durability, so there’s no looseness or shifting when loaded down. At nearly 29 lbs of solid steel, it’s made to take years of towing abuse.

Close-up view of adjustable channel with laser-cut steel plates on BulletProof Hitches adjustable ball mount.

Stays Looking Good Through Weather and Road Grime: Matte Black Powder Coat

Towing gear lives out in the elements, so rust resistance matters. The matte black powder coat finish protects the steel from corrosion and chips, even after repeated hitching and long hauls through rain or salt. The included zinc-finished pins and clips add more protection where it counts, helping this mount stay clean and strong over time.

BulletProof Hitches adjustable ball mount showing steel shank with matte black powder coat finish and smooth edges.

Works With Useful Add-Ons: Compatible with BulletProof Accessories

When you want to do more than standard towing, this mount works with several optional attachments. You can drop a clevis or shackle setup in the channel for off-road use or recovery work, add a step for easier bed access, or attach a weight distribution shank when hauling heavier loads. It keeps your setup flexible without swapping out hardware.

Specs

Application

  • Application: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers
  • Ideal for vehicles with: 19" - 21" clearance from ground to bottom of inside of receiver tube

Dimensions

  • Top of receiver tube to hitch ball platform: 6-1/4"
  • Maximum drop: 8-1/4"
  • Maximum rise: 8-1/2"
  • Distance from hitch pin hole to hitch ball (center to center): Pin hole closest to channel: 10-7/8"
  • Distance from hitch pin hole to hitch ball (center to center): Pin hole furthest from channel: 12-3/8"
  • Overall height: 11-3/4"
  • Total length with ball platform installed: 17-3/4"
  • Total length without ball platform installed: 14-3/4"
  • Distance from center of hitch pin hole to gusset plate: Pin hole closest to gusset plate: 3-1/2"
  • Distance from center of hitch pin hole to gusset plate: Pin hole furthest from gusset plate: 5"

Dimensional diagram showing how to measure drop and rise on a BulletProof Hitches 2-ball adjustable ball mount for a 2-1/2-inch receiver hitch.

Technical dimension diagram for BulletProof Hitches MD256 adjustable 2-ball mount showing measurements and pin hole spacing.

Weight and Capacity

  • Gross towing weight (when used with 2" ball): 10,000 lbs
  • Gross towing weight (when used with 2-5/16" ball): 14,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight capacity: 2,000 lbs
  • Total weight: 29 lbs

Hole Diameters

  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
  • Adjustment hole diameter: 5/8"

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

Note

This product is not compatible with the BulletProof pintle attachment.

MD256 Bullet Proof Hitches Medium Duty Adjustable 2-Ball Drop Hitch for 2.5" Hitch Receivers - 8-1/4" Drop, 8-3/4" Rise - 14K Capacity





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Ratings & Reviews

4.8

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The thick channel plates and welded gusset on this steel ball mount make it perfect for heavy-duty use. Tow up to 10K with the 2" ball or 14K with the 2-5/16" ball. Adjustable design lets you tow trailers of various heights.

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Well packaged and made of high quality materials.



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It's heavy! Easy to use and durable, no complaints here.



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Solidly built! Great product! Made in the USA.



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Great product heavy duty
Does everything
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Great out of the box. Very heavy and well finished. Can’t wait to drag some stuff with it

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Brooke M.

3/6/2025

Saweet! Definitely let us know what you think once you get a chance to tow! :)



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I’m glad I have diesel just to pull this hitch. This is what I call well built and sturdy. Nothing flimsy or cheap about it. Solid and I have complete confidence regardless of what I’m pulling with it. Great product and American made quality.



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Fits perfectly on 21 Ford F-250 Tremor. Still plenty of clearance and low enough for any trailer coupler. Using with the WDH adapter



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I really love my hitch. Just the weight of it is impressive, it is a substantial hitch and has not let me down at all. I leave it on the truck all the time even when not needed for towing just in case someone isn't paying attention, cause it is also a great rear end collision extra "bumper".



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Overall really good and rugged. Easy to adjust but the retaining pins seem a little cheap. Upgrade thise and it’s a 5



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This thing came professionally packaged w lots of my friends recommending bulletproof . Definitely see the reason why . Not just painted black but powder coated w a hammer tone came w grease, instructions and a quality control slip w date



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Made in USA. Heavy Duty Build. I just wish the tolerances were tighter, like on the height adjustment pins, they are loose which makes a lot of thumping, They do not need to be that sloppy. I will say, this hitch is holding up well. The Ball fell off the "Fastway Flash" hitch I had before, where the ball broke out of the casting.
And, this hitch is not nearly heavy as the "Fastway Flash" hitch.



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I own several adjustable 2-1/2" hitches and like this one a lot. It isn't terribly heavy for being steel and is very easy to adjust. I like the pins versus the key-operated mechanism on my aluminum adjustable hitch. Works great with my Chevy 2500 and various trailers and boats from 5000 to 14000 lbs.



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extremely well built! will surely fit the bill for the towing that i do

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Michael

7/16/2025

after a year of using this hitch I have zero complaints. It has been solid and a great purchase for us. I wouldnt hesitate to by another one!



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Nice heavy duty hitch. Ratlles a little on bumps. Looking for a kit to quiet it down.



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The bulletproof hitch is a really good unit. I have used it now for over two months to pull a sixteen foot cargo trailer using the larger ball. Towed locally and from northern NY to Florida and back, so I'd say at least 5,000 miles. I like the easy to adjust height in order to tow the trailer level. It doesn't seem to cause any clunking because of movement - if that makes sense. I did clear-coat the unit to help it stay looking decent for the long-term and that seems to be working so far. The main piece stays locked in the truck receiver all the time while I remove the double-ball unit when not in use. I would buy this unit again in a heartbeat.

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Ronald

8/2/2022

My Opinion Hasnt Changed, the hitch is Great! Main use now is a center console and a pontoon boat. Both boats are twenty footers. The hitch is over-kill for the load, but the variable height capability of the hitch allows for easier launches at the ramp. We use different ramps and each ramp has a different angle into the water.



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Build quality is obvious on this absolute unit of a drop hitch. Solidly built and looks great, exceeding my expectations for the towing I do.



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Everything showed up on time. Nice product. Good communication.



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Awesome product and great price. This Bulletproof hitch is definitely well built. I see no problems ahead with this hitch.



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Heavy duty. Very nice and looks great



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Great hitch! Very solid. Was a little bigger than expected but no issues. Makes switch between trailers so much easier



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Rust starting to show and coating has worn off. Rep suggested this drop length and it is definitely too much even with my 2500. Not a product flaw a customer service flaw


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