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This tool makes it easy to install, remove, and carry your heavy weight distribution head assembly. No need to strain your back or get dirty or oily. It uses leverage to enable better distribution of weight for easy and clean maneuvering.
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Note: The HitchGrip cannot fit around a ball neck with a diameter greater than 1-5/16".
Easily Install, Remove, and Carry Your Hitch Head
The HitchGrip is a simple tool that makes it easy to install, remove, and maneuver your weight distribution head assembly. Dealing with an oversized ball mount or heavy weight distribution head can be a real headache. These assemblies can be heavy, awkward to handle, dirty, and genuinely uncooperative. But with the HitchGrip carrying tool, you can do what is needed with your assembly as quickly, cleanly, and painlessly as possible.
The HitchGrip makes it easy to get a good grip on your head assembly. As a result, you won't drop your expensive, heavy equipment, nor will you strain your back trying to awkwardly carry it. It also allows for proper leverage so that you don't have to wiggle and shake the assembly to install or remove it. This saves time and eliminates frustration. And because you don't actually have to touch your head assembly when you use the HitchGrip, you can avoid getting grease and grime onto your hands. This allows you to go from task to task without needing to clean your hands in between.
How to Use the HitchGrip Carrying Tool
First, position the HitchGrip to the side of your hitch ball with the handle pointing toward the rear of your vehicle. Then tilt the tool downward and slide it onto the ball to engage. Make sure that the HitchGrip is centered over the ball mount or hitch head so that the weight will be evenly distributed. Then lift up on the handle of the HitchGrip so that the carbide tips grip the underside of the ball. Once the tool has a good grip on the ball, you can carry and maneuver your ball mount with ease. When you install your ball mount in your hitch receiver, you can also use the HitchGrip to easily line up the hitch pin holes.
Recommended Clearance for Drop Hitches
If your ball mount or head assembly is in the drop position, the HitchGrip may not work on your setup. In order to ensure a good grip and proper leverage, it is recommended that you have no more than 4-1/4" between the top of the hitch head and the top of your trailer hitch receiver. If there isn't enough space between the tool and the top of the hitch head you may not be able to get your hand securely around the handle.
Ratings & Reviews
Kate F.
2/18/2026
Glad we had the part to make life a little easier Roger! What kind of RV do you have, and what adventure are you looking most forward to this year?
Dave S.
4/14/2019
Its still great! Helps my back and keeps my hands clean.
Stephenh
10/28/2020
Follow-up: My original review is still valid. It is still one of the more useful tools for dealing with heavy hitch heads.
Roger D.
1/1/2021
At first, I thought that the hitch might wiggle free from the carrier and on my foot! Never happened! Easy to use, and I figured out how to easily put it back inside the cargo door of my Outdoors Rv trailer. No greasy hands, redistributes the weight for a much easier lift and carry. Excellent tool to have.
Peter C.
5/19/2018
Same as above. Used it now and it works well but do not hold your hitch ball assembly over your feet!
Rick
5/17/2018
Continue to use the product. Makes life a little easier when getting the hitch ready. A few months ago I moved up to a 4 pt hitch. The hitch head is a little heavier I am guessing - 40-50. The handle makes life easier.
Robbie
7/30/2021
Still liking this product even though I havent had very many chances to use it this year!
Kevin G.
5/22/2019
Great!
Patrick
4/26/2020
I like but engineering the next version to be able to grasp a greasy hitch better. I would argue the grabber needs to be WIDER.
Wayne P.
6/13/2018
Great product and a real back saver. Keeps hands & clothes clean as well. A real bargain .
Larry
3/17/2021
Hitch grip is still working great. Much easier to carry.
Stephen
5/9/2022
Awesome, I use this tool every time I need to install or remove the weight distribution hitch. Your hands stay clean and it easy to use one handed.
Joe H.
5/6/2019
It didnt work out as I have a hitch and apparently my ball neck diameter was bigger than 1 5/16 because I could not get it to work.
Rachael H.
5/16/2019
Loyd S.
5/26/2020
Its been working great, when I have a chance to get out and use it. The Covid virus has sort of played hob with most camping plans this year, so far.
Richard H.
6/11/2020
I use it because it keeps me clean. The balance is good and you only need to keep it lined up when carting the heavy hitch so it doesn’t on your foot. I use it often.
Corny
5/14/2022
Still a big help
Paul
2/11/2025
This product is a back saver! The hitch is still heavy, but managing the hitch while mounting, dismounting, and storing the hitch is a lot easier using the HitchGrip.
Jon G.
2/11/2025
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Andrew
9/13/2026
This tool has become part of my hitch kit. I use it every time I have to install the distribution hitch.