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Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - eZ-Latch - Primed - 2" Ball - Weld On - 10,000 lbs
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Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - eZ-Latch - Primed - 2" Ball - Weld On - 10,000 lbs

Part Number: DM12563
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$93.90
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Straight-tongue coupler is made of sturdy steel and primed for simple welding. eZ-Latch ensures fast, easy, secure hookup and disconnect. Designed to weld onto your 3" wide trailer tongue. Great Prices for the best straight tongue trailer coupler from Demco. Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - eZ-Latch - Primed - 2" Ball - Weld On - 10,000 lbs part number DM12563 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Demco Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - DM12563

  • 2 Inch Ball Coupler
  • 3 Inch Channel
  • Standard Coupler
  • Weld-On
  • 10000 lbs GTW
  • Auto Latch
  • Standard Grade
  • Demco

Straight-tongue coupler is made of sturdy steel and primed for simple welding. eZ-Latch ensures fast, easy, secure hookup and disconnect. Designed to weld onto your 3" wide trailer tongue.


Features:

  • Channel tongue coupler lets you hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
    • Provides connection point for hitch ball
  • eZ-Latch mechanism ensures simple, secure hookup and disconnect
    • Lets you hook up when latch is in closed position - just drop coupler over hitch ball and latch will snap into place
  • Heavy-duty steel construction
  • Primed finish
  • Weld-on installation
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Ball size: 2"
  • Weight capacity: 10,000 lbs
  • Channel width: 3"
  • 1-Year warranty


eZ-Latch Coupler

This coupler features a simple-to-use latching mechanism known as the eZ-Latch. With this mechanism, hooking up is as easy as dropping the coupler over your trailer hitch ball. The latch does not need to be tugged or manually activated to allow the ball into the coupler socket, nor does it have to be secured in place. Just make sure that the coupler is properly lined up with the ball when you lower it, and the rest is automatic.


Demco eZ-Latch in Use


17961-97 Demco Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler with Easy-Latch - Primed - 2" Ball - 10,000 lbs

Replaces 12563





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4.9

62 reviews
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Straight-tongue coupler is made of sturdy steel and primed for simple welding. eZ-Latch ensures fast, easy, secure hookup and disconnect. Designed to weld onto your 3" wide trailer tongue.

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Once received the product was just as I had expected. Very high quality! When I first ordered there was a problem with delivery. This was more on the end of my local post office and not etrailer. The post office returned the item as not being able to deliver. however Mariah at etrailer got right on it and expedited the delivery back to me . Got within two days. Will order from etrailer again! Ken T



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This coupler appears to be very heavy duty. I think it will be just fine.



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Great products for a great price. I like the follow up emails and fantastic order tracking information.



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Well built, very fast shipping, it came twice as fast as promised



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The product is well built and exactly what I was looking for. I’m modifying my travel trailer hitch assembly and this ball receiver is what I need. The price was good and shipping was fast.



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Very happy with this hitch. If there is any pressure on the latch it is very difficult to release but usually remedied by giving the trailer a lil bump backwards. Being able to just drop it onto the ball is a lot more handy than I thought it would be...



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I am just replacing couplers on my few trailers so i don't have to switch balls. This coupler functions so well i wish i woulda put it on the previous trailer. You can drop it on without unhooking th latch. Neat. Would buy again.



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Looks like a high quality coupler
Bought
this coupler for a replacement coupler n a large boat trailer where I am upgrading and increasing ball size from 2" to 2.5/16 th for commonality of my other trailers and for increased safety
A much much more robust quality coupler



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Terrific product!



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Very well mase and a clever design.



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Solid piece of equipment. Safety first.



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Very satisfied with purchase. Very nice people to deal with. Ordered on Sunday received on wensday. Defenitly order from them again. Steve S from pa.



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Great service delivered as promised coupler was good thanks!



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same review for this item.



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Good quality. Good service and fast sh ipping!



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Very High quality coupler, defiantly worth the $, would recommend this product for anyone looking for a heavy duty coupler!



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nice trailer hitch



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The part was back ordered. But etrailer kept me posted. They have an excellent part . I highly recommend others to use them



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Service and delivery....OUTSTANDING!!
The
coupler looks HD and welded on nicely.
Ask me in a year about the coupler.

etrailer is great!
Always my first web look



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Great product easy to order received in 3 days!! Thank you. Etrailer has always provided great service and products over the years.



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This is exactly as described



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I got my part a day early! My rep was excellent! My only disappointment was she is already married! She's so nice I told her I had an opening!

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Brooke M.

7/2/2025

Jaime is pretty awesome, I will give you that! I'll make sure she sees your review and your offer, haha ;)



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I had a hard time finding a 3 inch channel coupler (2 inch ball) that could handle 7500lbs+, for which my trailer was rated. I tried local spots, like my local trailer supply. none had any over 5,000lbs. I found this gem that can handle 10k!

Thank you for quick shipping as always. Happy repeat customer. Thank you etrailer!

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Looks G.

7/20/2018

The hitch is fantastic. I use the trailer everyday



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Great service. Company gives updates through out the process!


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See what our Experts say about this Demco Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler

  • Length added to Trailer Tongue When Demco # DM15000-52 or DM12563 Coupler is Installed
    The two couplers you referenced are identical size-wise. The # DM15000-52 is a bolt-on application with the EZ latch system and a silver finish. The DM12563 uses a standard latch, is a weld-on application and has a red finish. For the # DM15000-52, the easiest way to locate how far forward the coupler would extend would be to measure forward from the front most mounting hole 7.09 inches. The distance forward from the point where the coupler narrows will depend on how far from tolerance...
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  • What is the Width and Height of the Demco DM12563 Coupler
    I had the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # DM12563 measured and have a diagram below. With its 10,000 pound capacity and eZ-Latch mechanism, this will definitely be a good option for you.
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  • Can the Trailer Coupler 2 Inch Ball 3 Inch Channel Tongue DL13897 Be Welded
    The Trailer Coupler 2" Ball 3" Channel Tongue part # DL13897 can be welded-on as opposed to bolted-on as it is designed but keep in mind it has a zinc coating which can be very dangerous to weld because of the toxic fumes that are created in doing so. Therefore, so long as you have proper ventilation there won't be any issues. If you don't want to mess with the zinc finish then we do have the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler part # DM12563 which is designed to be welded on and doesn't...
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  • Should Hitch Ball Move Inside Coupler When Towing Trailer
    The Demco # DM12563 is not made to be adjusted, but what you're experiencing is normal. There should be room for play to allow for the normal movement of the trailer. If it was tight it would not be able to move and pivot as intended. If you want to limit the jerk you feel in your vehicle, you might want to consider the Curt RockerBall Shock Absorbing 2" Hitch Ball # C40047. This will help reduce the shock from rapid braking and acceleration. Just to make sure it is working properly,...
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  • Trailer Coupler Repair Part Recommendations
    In order to find the right coupler or latch for your trailer you will need to know the size of your trailer tongue or the model of the coupler needing the parts. If you have a Fulton 308 Series coupler on your trailer, then the Fulton Repair kit, part # F520801, will work for you. I have attached a link to the product page that lists the coupler repair kits and parts you can take a look at. If you are looking to replace the entire coupler, the size of the trailer channel and the ball...
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  • Can Husky Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler HT87076 Be Welded On Instead of Bolted On Trailer
    It is certainly possible to weld on the Husky Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # HT87076 either in addition to or instead of bolting it to the trailer but since this coupler is zinc-plated welding it will release toxic fumes that are dangerous. If you prefer to weld this unit do so only in a well-ventilated area. Also note that you may need to touch up the finish since welding will likely discolor portions of the coupler. For a 2-inch ball coupler for a 3-inch channel tongue that is meant...
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