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Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/8" Rise, 3-5/8" Drop - 7,500 lbs
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Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/8" Rise, 3-5/8" Drop - 7,500 lbs

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Ball mount measures 8-1/8" or 11-1/8" from center of hitch pin hole to center of ball hole, depending on which pin hole you use. Black powder coat resists corrosion. Use in either drop or rise position. Hitch pin and clip sold separately. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch ball mount from CURT. Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/8" Rise, 3-5/8" Drop - 7,500 lbs part number C45230 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch Ball Mount - C45230

Highlights

  • 7,500 lbs GTW for Mid-Size Loads: Handles campers, boats, and utility trailers with strength.
  • 2-3/8" Rise or 3-5/8" Drop for Level Towing: Keeps different trailers even for stable hauling.
  • Dual Length Shank Options: Choose 8-1/8" or 11-1/8" from pin to ball hole for added clearance.
  • Fits 2" Hitch Receivers: Works with standard Class III and IV setups using a 5/8" pin.
  • Corrosion-Resistant Black Powder Coat: Protects the steel body from rust and road grime.
  • Use With 1" Shank Hitch Ball (Sold Separately): Accepts common 1-7/8", 2", or 2-5/16" balls.
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Features to know about

Keeps Your Trailer Level: 2-3/8" Rise or 3-5/8" Drop

Getting the trailer to sit just right behind your tow vehicle makes all the difference in stability and handling. This ball mount can be used in either the 2-3/8" rise or 3-5/8" drop position, so your trailer stays level and tracks straight. It’s a solid, no-nonsense way to dial in the right height without fussing with multiple parts.

Gives You the Reach You Need: Dual Pin Holes for Adjustable Length

Sometimes you need a little extra clearance between the hitch and trailer coupler. With two separate pin holes, this mount measures 8-1/8" or 11-1/8" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole. That extra length helps with things like tailgates or rear accessories without needing an extension piece.

Built Strong for Confident Towing: 7,500 lbs Capacity

Whether it’s a loaded utility trailer or a small camper, strength is key. This steel ball mount is rated for a gross towing weight of 7,500 lbs and a tongue weight of 750 lbs. The fixed design keeps things sturdy and predictable, giving you peace of mind every time you hitch up.

Fights Rust and Road Grime: High-Gloss Black Powder Coat

Towing gear takes abuse from weather and road debris. The high-gloss black powder coat resists corrosion, keeping the steel shank looking clean and protecting it trip after trip. It’s made to handle regular use without flaking or rusting out over time.

Simple to Set Up: Fits Standard 2" Hitch Receivers

Slide it into your 2" x 2" receiver, line up one of the pin holes, and secure it with a 5/8" hitch pin or lock (sold separately). The 1" ball hole works with most common trailer balls, so you can match your coupler size easily and get on the road fast.

Specs

Application

  • Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers

Weight and Capacity

  • Gross towing weight: 7,500 lbs
  • Tongue weight: 750 lbs

Dimensions

  • Length: 8-1/8" From center of first hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
  • Length: 11-1/8" From center of second hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
  • Rise: 2-3/8" from top of inside of hitch opening
  • Drop: 3-5/8" from top of inside of hitch opening
  • Ball hole diameter: 1"
  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

45230 Curt Adjustable Shank Ball Mount - Dual Length 2" Straight Ball Mount - 2-3/8" Rise, 3-5/8" Drop





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The shipping department did not do a good job. They should have picked a larger box and wrap the product a little bit better. With the packing material. Very disappointed.

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Each time we go camping we look for ways to improve the experience, the C45230 will allow us run with a short or long ball mount, the longer extension allows me to open my tail gate without disconnecting from the trailer. I looked at other manufacturers but was only able to find what I was looking from CURT, and etrailer offered the best price.
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Great product, shipped promtly.
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I recently had gotten a new tow vehicle and my 13' trailer was hooked up to and showed a lift to my hitch and back of trailer was lower. I called etrailer and talked with Cathy T who helped me with my problem. Very Satisfied with outcome.*****
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It works perfectly. Have taken it across the country.
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Solved my problem of not being able to open the tailgate with the trailer hooked up.
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Purchased to extend the trailer away from the back of the vehicle, and increase the drop. Initially could not fit in to my receiver, eventually figured out that the end of the 2" square was mushroomed, had to remove excess metal with a rotary tool. now it fits as far as the first 5/8" pin hole. No issues with use - seems sturdy, metal finish seems durable. Didn't drop the trailer tongue as much as I had hoped, but that's on me - I was probably running a 3" drop before, but I thought it was 2".
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Duncan

10/25/2024

1 year later - use has formed the unit so it slides al the way in and out of the receiver smoothly. Coating on the unit is holding up well, it looks new, no cracking or flaking or rust showing through.

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Exactly what I needed to help with my tailgate clearance
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Like double length Pin holes. Have Jeep with Spare tire and need extra length to get ball past spare tire to hitch up utility trailer. When not used, use short hole so I do not walk into end of hitch.
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Eddie

1/31/2019

All is good, no problems with any products. Like your web site, good prices, products stand test of time. Will use next time needed.

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Does what it should.
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Jeff

10/17/2017

I havent used the hitch hardware much but I like it. The tailgate is the star. I like it a lot and the open design makes parallel parking in the city so easy. I also get a lot of questions and nice comments about the look.

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The ball mount is what I expected, and is a good product. The only downside is that there is too much freeplay between the ball mount and the receiver. I made some shims that I adhesively bonded to the ball mount, which makes for a much better fit.
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Tyler M.

5/4/2021

Hi Philip, Thanks for your feedback! I would recommend using the etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Stabilizer, part # e99007 , to help get rid of the play in the hitch.

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Holding up quite well.
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The two hole ball mount for the 2x2 hitch along with a two inch ball was delivered on promptly as promised . The ball mount and two inch ball mounted in the two inch rise position was exactly what was needed to go along with the front trailer hitch which was also purchased from etrailer to raise the coupler to the right height. Before purchasing this new coupler I had to use a screw jack to mount the trailer to the front hitch because the swivel would not go low enough. With this new ball mount I can use the swivel jack to switch between the front and rear hitches. New ball mount did a great job solving my problem, thank you very much etrailer.
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Dual length to get past a spare tyre mounted to the rear door. The 1’ hole allows for a heavier grade of ball to be mounted. The product is well made and packaged.
I found etrailer some years ago after doing a global search for a product that I needed. I have found the company to be top notch in terms of service, price, availability, communication and customer service - it’s now my go-to company for trailer (and other) related products.
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Fits my Forester dealer-installed 2 inch receiver perfectly with the pin (purchased separately) in the first hole. The gas tank is in the way so I can't push it in further to the second hole. It is impressively strong, so there is no problem with it extending rearward a bit, but ideally I would get a shorter hitch if I could have a do-over, just for ease of storage.
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Very well made. Great price. I have used this with various sizes of balls to pull a variety of equipment on my trailers. I’m extremely happy with the ball mount.
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Ball mount arrived just as described ( even a day early). After consultation and and advice from Nicholas I ordered a new ball mount for my van and trailer. I was a little skeptical but took Nicholas advice and am glad I did as it gives me the drop I needed. Thanks Etrailer & Nicholas
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Exactly what I needed. My new truck had a taller tailgate that would hit my trailers lifting jack and not open all the way down. With this coupler's extended length pin option everything works fine. Construction looks very robust, finish was good, and priced reasonably.
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Perfect fit for my Expedition to keep my boat from hitting the taillights in a tight turn
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Heavy duty, good price
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Randall

8/18/2020

Very well, does everything I hoped it would.

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It works well. I originally bought it so I could drop my tailgate with the trailer on, but I mis-measured, so I use it when I don't need the length. Good quality, nice finish.
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This ball mount contacts my spare tire when slid in . Had to push hard to get pin into it Took air out of spare to proper 35 psi which helped. 2016 Silverado 1500 crew 2wd.
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Advertised as 3 5/8 drop and came 4” drop. Not as adevertised
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Gwendolyn Y.

4/2/2025

Hey Tim. We measure all of our parts in house and we find that measuring from the top of the ball platform is the most accurate. Curt measures a different way. Is there anything else I can do to help?

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Awesome and friendly customer service. They were able to upgrade my shipping for free! Order was accurate and arrived quickly.
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This drop ball mount with extension, and the accompanying pin, ball and cover, was exactly what I needed to match my 16' Scamp trailer with my 2017 Highlander Hybrid. The extension allows the tailgate to clear the electric trailer jack. A perfect solution.
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Lynn

11/5/2019

Its still solving the problem perfectly.

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