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TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension for 3" Ford Factory Hitch Receivers - 21" Long
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Price: $523.06
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TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension for 3" Ford Factory Hitch Receivers - 21" Long
Part Number: TL46CR
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$523.06
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TorkLift Hitch Adapter - TL46CR
- Hitch Extender
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 21 Inch Extension
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 5500 lbs
- TorkLift
Give yourself a bit more clearance when using your Ford factory 3" hitch. 21" Cannon hitch extender helps you clear obstacles, like a bed-mounted camper or other items in your truck bed. 9,600-lb Towing capacity and 4,800-lb carry capacity.
Features:
- Hitch extension works with your Ford factory 3" receiver opening to clear obstacles such as a bed-mounted camper to let you tow or use hitch-mounted accessories
- Heavy-duty design lets you maintain a high towing or carrying capacity
- Hardened, reinforced pin holes prevent elongation from wear
- Black powder coat finish resists corrosion
- Patened, lateral-support safety chains are included
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Application: trucks with factory 3" hitch receivers
- Receiver opening: 2-1/2"
- Length: 21"
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,500 lbs
- Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 11,600 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 550 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight when used with weight distribution: 1,100 lbs
- Lifetime warranty
E1621 TorkLift Cannon Hitch Extension for Ford 3" Factory Hitch Receivers - 21" Long
Customer Satisfaction Score:
81% were satisfied with this product
19% of customers were not satisfied
- Product did not meet expectations
- Wrong item was ordered
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
182 reviews
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Jason Colorado
06/28/2025
I've now had both the TorkLift SuperTruss and now the Cannon - I have to say I'm impressed with everything TorkLift makes. etrailer has been my go-to for all of this across several trucks and I've been nothing but impressed all the way around. Good communication and fast shipping always. As for the Cannon, it's super stout with a tube within a tube, welded and nicely finished. The hardware is all good quality and clearly some thought went into the design. There is zero shift once installed. I very much appreciate the choice of sizes available which allowed me to run the shortest extension I could with my new Host Cascade on an F450. I was able to get the 21" version to work and still have about 4" of clearance between the camper jack and the SXS trailer at full lock turn going both ways. Having a short extension gives us more clearance while off-road which is very helpful.
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Luke
08/09/2024
Installed in 40 minutes, trailer plug extension needed ears trim to fit through mounting plate on hitch extension.
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Thomas
09/08/2026
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Joe
09/16/2025
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Scott
02/13/2025
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Kurt
10/29/2025
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David
02/24/2025
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Tom
06/04/2025
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Jason
08/08/2025
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Vern
05/22/2026
The Torquelift 42 inch 1642 hitch extension fit perfectly on my 2026 Ford F350 DRW and Lance 1062 camper with the ultra bumper. Ends up about 2 inches from the edge of the bumper. The hitch will extend beyond the bumper fine.
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Scott
03/24/2026
The Extension is a very nice piece, this from a welder/fabricator. My problem is figuring out the WD hitch on my rig, showing 1900 lbs TW and can't go any lower with the ball as this old school style Curt system aims the bars way too far down. Guess Etrailer is getting more of my $$$ for a new WD system soon!!!
Lazer S.
4/7/2026
Glad you like it, Scott! Just let us know when you are ready for the weight distribution system and we will definitely help you out! ^___^ And that's one heck of a set up you have! Scenery looks vaguely west coast. You take your Raptor to the dunes by chance?
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Robert
03/21/2025
The extension is a very well made double wall tube weighting about 70#.
It is used to pull a boat, horse trailer or a Jeep on a F450 with a very big camper.
It is used to pull a boat, horse trailer or a Jeep on a F450 with a very big camper.
Gwendolyn Y.
3/21/2025
That's a pretty awesome set up, Robert! And I agree, that is a pretty big camper. What places are you headed to this year?
Robert
3/23/2026
Works well. Reasonably tight fit minimizing play. Well made. No complaints.
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Jeffrey
09/13/2025
I received my order a couple weeks ago and the package was damaged and parts had came out of the box. etrailer worked through the problem and I received the missing parts. Thank you for your great service.
Jeffrey
9/14/2026
Hello! If you own a truck, Camper, these products are excellent to use because they’re especially designed for Truck Camper use. I have many of the. I have many of the torque with products and been very satisfied thank you JEFF.
Jerry B.
9/14/2026
@Jeffrey Thanks for your recommendation and feedback! That will really come in handy for others shopping for the extensions for their truck. What kind of camper do you have?
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Tim
08/27/2025
The length of the tubing was too long and struck the spare tire. Options were to drill a new hole for the pin or cut off the excess tubing. As to not mess with the location of oin and length of the extension from the receiver I cut off the couple inches that contacted the spare tire. Also verses taunt. Gains on each side of the extension to prevent side to side movement I used a U bolt on the receiver to hold it in place. This works good.
Tim
8/28/2026
good however I now wish that I would have drilled a new hole for the hitch pin that would have lengthened the receiver extension those 3 or so inches. Because I have a fold down step on my camper that I did not fold UP so my trailer jack smashed into the step causing damage and also bending the trailer jack back. WIth just those couple extra inches then my error or not folding up the step would have cleared the trailer jack. When Im not trailering we dont fold up the step so changing this habit when the trailer is attached sometimes fails.
Heather A.
8/28/2026
@Tim Thanks for the follow up, Tim! That’s a really good reminder that a few extra inches can make a big difference when you’re working around a camper and trailer jack. I’m sorry to hear the step and jack got damaged, though. I really appreciate you sharing the experience because it could help someone else double check their clearance before towing. Have you found that the extra clearance you needed was mainly because of the camper step?
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Tony
01/26/2026
Seems to be a stout extension. I bought without having camper on truck so i might be a bit longer than needed for my application (lance 855s) but the sales guy had a good point about longer lenght may help with less chance of trailer making contact with camper. That guy's are always a pleasure to work with!
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Jason
05/18/2025
Very well built! Double walled tube! Nicely welded! Loaded my slide in camper, hooked up the 6x14 TA trailer and loaded the SXS. Couldn't tell it was back there, no loose play, all the components stayed tight and I was really impressed! It's a bit heavy but that's what's needed for a 36" hitch. For perfect for my application! I would recommend this product
Brooke M.
5/19/2025
Man, you look like you are ready to go have some fun! Were you on your way somewhere at the time you took the photo? So glad the hitch is working well for you :)
Brooke M.
5/20/2025
@Jason A practice run is quite wise! I've never been to Cape Lookout, but it looks beautiful! Looks as if you could see some wild ponies running around like Chincoteague Island. When is the big trip?
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Steven
05/06/2026
Heavy duty hitch extension. Works great on a Ford super duty with 3 inch receiver. Nice not having to use an adapter. ended up selling it as it was too long for my application.
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Bryan
07/28/2026
Heavy duty hitch extension, highly recommend.
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Patrick
04/13/2026
This hitch is extremely heavy duty and well built! The ONLY reason I did not give it a 5-Star rating, is that I had to grind off weld splatter to allow it to slide into my receiver. Of course, this removed the factory finish. I did repaint, but quality control was lacking on this issue.
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William
03/20/2026
Simply amazing. Well built and fits my hitch perfectly. I highly recommend. Very heavy unit to slide in the receiver. it helped to stack some blocks behind the hitch to raise the extender to slide it in. when assembled there is absolutely no slop.
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Brian
08/02/2020
This hitch extension will be the last extension you will ever buy. It worked great towing my boat behind my 2017 F-350 Dually,( I purchased the 48” cannon) my boat is about 3000 lbs. this hitch is more than capable for towing, just about anything you can pull within Your hitch limits. I have an extended deck on my camper, and I had enough room to turn 90 deg and not be close to contacting the boat. Never bottomed out on a driveway, on my last trip. Quality hardware, super easy install, might need a little help inserting It into the receiver it is “heavy” Overall glad I purchased this.
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Bo
09/19/2026
Easy install, as advertised, and this thing is worth the little extra $$.
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Rob
10/05/2022
One person install with the truck camper on the truck. Super simple. I used my rolling kobalt shop stool to carry the 48” extension’s weight when I slid it into the receiver. Easy peasy. I have a 2019 F350 DRW (8’ box) and a 2021 Arctic Fox 1140 with the Fox Landing. 48” was perfect. My Yakima bike rack is great with the Fox Landing up and the bike rack swings down when I want to lower the stairs. Highly recommend.
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Ryan
05/08/2026
This is exactly what I needed to pull my boat with my truck camper. Solid steel, built to last for sure. Very happy.
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