bing tracking image
  1. Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
  2. B and W
  3. Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  4. Adjustable Ball Mount
  5. Drop - 7 Inch
  6. Rise - 7 Inch
B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2.5" Hitch - 7" Drop/7.5" Rise - 18K - Black
B and W

B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2.5" Hitch - 7" Drop/7.5" Rise - 18K - Black

Part Number: BWTS20049B
In Stock
$359.00
Retail:$393.02
You Save: $34.02
Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
zoom in icon
slider vertical icon
zoom out icon
Comment field cannot be left empty.
Name field cannot be left empty.

Thank you! Your comment has been submitted successfully. You should be able to view your question/comment here within a few days.

Error submitting comment. Please try again momentarily.

Product Images

In Use/Installed

Customer Photos

Need help with installation?
Locate installers near me
Stow the ball and mounting platform on this tri-ball ball mount beneath your hitch for a sleek look when you are done towing. Tow up to 3,500 lbs with the 1-7/8" ball, 7,500 lbs with the 2" ball, or 18,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch ball mount from B and W. B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2.5" Hitch - 7" Drop/7.5" Rise - 18K - Black part number BWTS20049B can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
  • All Info
  • Reviews (4409)
  • Q & A (0)
  • Photos

B and W Trailer Hitch Ball Mount - BWTS20049B

  • Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
  • Adjustable Ball Mount
  • Drop - 7 Inch
  • Rise - 7 Inch
  • Three Balls
  • 18000 lbs GTW
  • B and W
  • 1-7/8 Inch Ball
  • 2 Inch Ball
  • 2-5/16 Inch Ball
  • Steel Shank - Matte Black

Stow the ball and mounting platform on this tri-ball ball mount beneath your hitch for a sleek look when you are done towing. Tow up to 3,500 lbs with the 1-7/8" ball, 7,500 lbs with the 2" ball, or 18,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball.


Features:

  • Ball mount with built-in hitch balls lets you hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
    • Shank slides into hitch receiver
    • Ball provides connection point for trailer coupler
  • Stowable design lets you store ball and mounting platform underneath your vehicle
    • Remove pins holding ball mount platform in place on shank
    • Flip platform underneath the hitch
    • Reinsert pins and clips to secure ball mount platform for travel
  • Adjustable height lets you tow trailers of different heights with the same vehicle
    • Slide ball mount up or down along shank and secure in place with included pins and clips
  • Anti-theft design ensures ball mount platform can't be removed when Tow & Stow is installed in hitch
    • No additional locks required to prevent platform and balls from being removed
  • 3 Different-size hitch balls let you tow trailers with different coupler sizes
    • To switch ball, simply remove pin, rotate balls, and reinsert pin
  • Dual-process chrome plating on balls provides excellent rust resistance
  • Black powder coated shank is corrosion resistant
  • Stainless steel pins create sturdy, rust-resistant connections
  • Durable steel construction with high yield tubing offers superior strength
  • Hitch pin and clip or hitch lock sold separately
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers
  • Gross towing weight:
    • When used with 1-7/8" ball: 3,500 lbs
    • When used with 2" ball: 7,500 lbs
    • When used with 2-5/16" ball: 18,000 lbs
  • Distance from center of hitch pin hole to center of hitch ball:
    • Hitch pin hole closest to ball: 9-1/4"
    • Hitch pin hole farthest from ball: 10-3/8"
  • Maximum drop: 7"
  • Maximum rise: 7-1/2"
  • Incremental height adjustment: 1-3/8"
  • Limited lifetime warranty


An illustration shows the eleven inch clearance level needed between the ground and B and W Tow and Stow hitch.

Note: To avoid the Tow & Stow hitting steep driveways or curbs, we recommend at least 11" of clearance between the ground and the lowest point of the drop hitch, as seen above.


The B&W Tow & Stow adjustable ball mount lets you tow a variety of trailers with different tongue heights. Having a 1-7/8" ball, a 2" ball and a 2-5/16" ball allows for even more versatility, making this the ultimate go-to ball mount if you own multiple trailers.


Easily Adjusts and Stows

B&W Tow & Stow Ball Mount Operation

To switch the hitch ball, simply remove the pin holding the balls in place and rotate the entire block that the balls are mounted on until the ball you want to use is on top. Then replace the pin to secure the block in place.


Adjusting the height of the ball is just as easy. Remove the pins holding the ball mount platform in place and slide the platform up or down along the shank to the desired position. Once you have found the correct height, reinsert the pins and replace the clips.


When you're not towing, you can flip the ball mount platform around and stow it beneath your hitch so that you won't bang your shins. Just remove the pins to slide the ball platform down along the channel and up the back side so that the hitch balls face towards your vehicle. Then replace the pins.


Built-In Anti-Theft System

The Tow & Stow ball mount features a channel that runs along both sides of the shank. This channel not only allows you to slide the ball mount platform up and down to adjust the ball height, but it also prevents removal of the platform when the ball mount is installed, which will help prevent theft of your trailer.


Single Dimensions

A slot is cut into the adjustment channel near the top of the shank. To remove the ball mount platform from the shank you will need to remove the entire ball mount from your hitch. Then remove the pins that hold the platform in place. Flip the platform around to the stowed position on the rear of the shank, and then slide it up until the center pin lines up with the slot in the shank. Pull the platform out towards the rear of the shank until the pin pops out of the adjustment channel.


When the Tow & Stow is secured in your hitch receiver, you will not be able to remove the ball mount platform. This is because the slot in the shank is positioned in such a way that the collar on your hitch will block the pin on the platform from being able to leave the channel. Even if the pins holding the ball mount platform in place are removed, the platform will still be confined to this channel. So, as long as a hitch lock is used to secure the entire ball mount in your hitch receiver, and a coupler lock is used to prevent your trailer's coupler from being disengaged from the ball, your trailer will be secure.


How to Measure Drop on Adjustable Ball Mount


TS20049B B and W Stow and Tow Triple Ball Mount - 1-7/8" Ball, 2" Ball, and 2-5/16" Ball - Black




California residents: click here


Customer Satisfaction Score:

Ratings & Reviews

4.9

4082 reviews
5 Stars
(3823)
4 Stars
(184)
3 Stars
(26)
2 Stars
(14)
1 Star
(35)
Stow the ball and mounting platform on this tri-ball ball mount beneath your hitch for a sleek look when you are done towing. Tow up to 3,500 lbs with the 1-7/8" ball, 7,500 lbs with the 2" ball, or 18,000 lbs with the 2-5/16" ball.

by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:



by:


25
4082
Show More Reviews

See what our Experts say about this B and W Trailer Hitch Ball Mount

  • Recommended B&W Tow and Stow for a 2020 Ram 2500
    Hey Phillip, welcome back. It looks like the top of the receiver with the stock tires is 23-1/4" above the ground on your 2020 Ram 2500. You can confirm this by measuring from the ground to the top inside edge of your trailer hitch receiver. If that's accurate this would put the base of the hitch ball right at 16-1/4" if you go with the 7" Drop B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount item # BWTS20049B. You're going to be pretty short if you go with the 4-1/2" Drop B&W Tow & Stow item # BWTS20048B....
    view full answer...
  • Why Do Weight Ratings of 2-Inch Hitch Balls Vary Between Fixed and Adjustable Types
    The B&W Tow & Stow Adjustable 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B has a 2-inch ball rated for 7500-lbs. You are right that standard individual 2-inch hitch balls can carry much higher ratings, such as Curt 2-inch ball # A-90 which is rated for 10K. All of our standard 2-inch hitch balls are shown on the linked page. These carry class ratings from Class I all the way up to Class V, as with the Curt ball # A-90. The lower ratings with any adjustable multi-ball type ball mount result from the additional...
    view full answer...
  • Best Adjustable Ball Mount for a Ram 2500 w/ a 2-1/2" Receiver Hitch
    Sounds like you are looking for a ball mount. It looks like the 2020 Ram 2500 Crew Cab 4WD diesel comes with a 2-1/2" receiver from the factory. I recommend the B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount item # BWTS20040B or item # BWTS20049B if you just want the 3-ball. This adjustable ball mount has a 18,000 lbs towing capacity with the 2-5/16" ball or a 7,500 lbs with the 2" ball. It has a maximum rise or drop of 7-1/2". The best part about B&W's ball mounts is when you're not towing, you can flip...
    view full answer...
  • What Is The Weight Rating And Overall Height Of The B&W Tow & Stow BWTS20049B
    As far as the weight rating on the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B, the weight rating will differ depending on what size ball you are using. The 2-5/16" ball is rated for the full 18K, the 2" ball is rated for 7.5K, and the 1-7/8" ball is rated for only 3.5K. I am not sure exactly what video you are referring to, but I can assure you that this # BWTS20049B is rated for up to 18K when using the 2-5/16" ball. The vertical part of the shank is 11" long. With the ball in the lowest...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Ground Clearance For B&W Tow And Stow Ball Mounts
    You are right that the minimum recommended ground clearance is 11". Using the # BWTS20049B in its lowest position would leave one of the trailer balls lower than the vertical portion of the ball mount. There really is no work around in this case. B&W does not make a separate attachment with the balls at 90 degrees like you described. Maybe they should start making one though, this is not the first time this has come up. In some cases folks can get away with less that 11" clearance, but...
    view full answer...
  • Adjustable Ball Mount Height Recommendation for a 2009 Freightliner Sport Chassis
    For your application I recommend checking out the B&W Tow and Stow ball mount with 3 hitch balls. This comes ready to fit a 2" or 2-1/2" receiver and has some different height adjustments but for your setup the 7" Drop/7.5" Rise should be a good option for you: - 2" Receiver # BWTS10049B - 2-1/2" Receiver # BWTS20049B
    view full answer...
  • Solution for Hitch Step for Truck With B&W Adjustable Ball Mount
    A hitch step like the Curt # C45909 is designed to fit inside of a channel. The design of a B&W ball mount like the # BWTS20049B would require a step that fit around the outside. Unfortunately, there are no options to add a step to the B&W. However, you could use a step like the Gen-Y # GY79VR. The only thing this would lack is the ability to adjust the height. The only other option would be to switch ball mounts completely and use one like the # C45900 which would allow you to use the...
    view full answer...
  • Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2023 Ford F-250 with 2-1/2 inch Hitch
    Your 2024 Ford F-250 is most likely going come with trailer wiring and a built in brake controller so those two things won't be needed but for a ball mount the B and W Tow N Stow part # BWTS20049B would be a great option that fits the 2.5 inch hitch is adjustable in height and has all three ball sizes you might need.
    view full answer...
  • Best B&W Tow and Stow Ball Mount for a 2022 Ford F-350
    I would be happy to help you find the right ball mount for your husbands birthday. You are gong to need to measure the receiver on the end of his F-350 to determine the correct ball mount you need. You will want to measure the inside of the square. It should be 3' x 3" or 2.5" x 2.5". The B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount item # BWTS30048B you were looking at fits a 3" hitch. Which means it would need a receiver that measures 3" x 3". There is a factory option for a 3' hitch receiver from Ford...
    view full answer...
  • Vertical Measurement of B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount for 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
    I took a measurement of the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049C and found from the base to the bottom of the receiver it measured about 8-1/4 inches while the overall vertical measurement was about 11 inches. I have made a photo for you displaying these measurements. This 3-Ball Mount, which is Chrome but also available in Black at part # BWTS20049B, fits 2-1/2 inch trailer hitches and has a 1-7/8 inch hitch ball (3,500 lb capacity), 2 inch hitch ball (7,500 lb capacity) or 2-5/16...
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Total Length of Vertical Shank on B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B
    I went out to our warehouse to take a look at the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B referenced in your question. I measured a total length of right at 11 inches of the vertical adjustment shank on the ball mount. I have attached a short video demonstration on this product that you can also take a look at.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-250 Factory Hitch
    The B and W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B that you referenced would be a great choice for your situation. It fits the 2-1/2 inch hitch your 2019 Ford F-250 has, gives you all three popular hitch ball sizes, and can do a drop of up to 7 inches which will cover the coupler height of basically any standard height trailer easily. I attached a picture of this ball mount installed in a similar Ram truck as yours as well as a review video on the same truck.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Fit of B&W Silencer Pad for Tow & Stow Ball Mounts
    The B&W silencer pad, part # BWTS35025, fits all of the 2-1/2 inch B&W Tow & Stow ball mounts, like part # BWTS20049B as an example. With that being said, since trailer hitch pin holes aren't all at the exact same depth sometimes you need more than one spacer to fill the gap. The spacer itself is a 1/2 inch thick.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Will B&W Tow & Stow With 7 Inch Drop for 2-1/2 Inch Hitch Work on 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    The 7" Drop/7.5" Rise of the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount won't be too much for your 2016 Ford F-250, and since you value versatility, it will actually be a really useful option. When we installed this exact ball mount on a 2020 Ford F-250 (which is the same generation as your 2016), there were no issues with it being potentially too low, and if you'd like to see for yourself I have added a link below to that video review. We have also had a number of customers leave reviews stating that...
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Recommended B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount for 2018 Ford F-250
    In order to choose the correct B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount you'll need to measure the distance from the ground to the top inside edge of the trailer hitch and then subtract the distance from the ground to the bottom of the trailer coupler while level. If we use the standard trailer coupler height which is 16" for a reference then I recommend part # BWTS20049B which offers up to 7" of drop.
    view full answer...
  • 7 inch Drop B and W Stow and Go Adjustable Ball Mount Recommendation for 2016 Ford F-250
    If you are on the last adjustment of your 5 inch drop B and W Stow and Go you would want to go with the part # BWTS20049B especially once you lift the truck. On as big of a truck as what you have you would not have any issues with dragging either. I attached a review video as well that shows this used on a similar truck. You can see that there is plenty of ground clearance.
    view full answer...
  • Deciding Between the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount with 4-1/2 Inch and 7 Inch Drop for a 2015 F-250
    It sounds like you are trying to decide between the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount part # BWTS20049B which has 7" of drop and the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount part # BWTS20048B which has 4-1/2" of drop. If that is the case then you will need to do some measuring first. The first measurement will be taken from the ground to the top, inside edge of your trailer hitch receiver tube. The distance from the ground to the bottom of the trailer coupler while level will then need to be subtracted from...
    view full answer...
  • Does the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount Have an Anti-Theft System?
    The B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B has a slot cut into the adjustment channel, which you can see in the accompanying photo, that stops the platform from being removed when the ball mount is installed in your hitch receiver. Further, you can get a hitch lock such as # C23025 to secure the mount in your 2-1/2" hitch for total safety. I've added links to video reviews of both parts for you to take a look at.
    view full answer...
    Image 1 for
  • Are The Rock Tamers 2.5" Compatible With Stow & Go Hitch and Anti Rattle Quiet Hitch?
    If you have a 3 inch hitch on your 2020 Ford F-350 and you're using the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B with an adapter sleeve # C45408. You will be able to use the Rock Tamer Mud Flaps # ERT00110. All you need to use these flaps is at least 1 inch from the hitch to the end of the shank of the ball mount. The Tow & Stow has two holes. The front hitch pin hole is 3 inches to the end of the shank and the last hole is 4 inches. So you should have plenty of room to put the Rock Tamers...
    view full answer...
  • Recommended Ball Mount for a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 with 7 Inch Drop
    The best option for larger trucks is without a doubt an adjustable ball mount that way you aren't stuck with a fixed ball mount that only works on certain trailers. The best option for this if you have the larger 2-1/2" receiver tube is the B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount part # BWTS20049B which comes with all three hitch ball sizes as well as a drop up to 7". The best part of all is that the hitch balls can be stored out of sight while not in use.
    view full answer...
  • Locking Hitch Pin Kit for B&W Tow & Stow Adjustable Ball Mount
    If you just wanted to replace the 3 pins on the B&W Tow & Stow ball mount like part # BWTS20049B , you'd use the part # IR57FR. If you also wanted a keyed alike receiver lock to secure the whole shebang into the hitch receiver, we offer a kit of 4 pins, 3 to secure the ball platform, and one to lock the ball mount to the hitch receiver. This kit would be part # 34061775-D. These locking pins are specifically designed to fit the B&W Tow & Stow adjustable ball mounts. The pins are constructed...
    view full answer...
  • Anti-Rattle Lock Recommendation for 2.5 inch Hitch and B and W Tow & Stow
    For the larger 2-1/2 inch hitch size the anti-rattle lock you'd want is the SilentACT Anti-Rattle Trailer Hitch Accessories Lock # SHP2082 which is compatible with the hollow shank of your B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount # BWTS20049B that you have.
    view full answer...
  • Recommended 2-1/2 Channel Mount For The LockNRoll Articulating Hitch 336VS503
    The B&W Tow and Stow line of ball mounts, including the # BWTS20049B, will be too wide for the Lock N Roll # 336VS503 to fit around, so I can say that one is a no go right off the bat. With that out of the way, the # 336VS503 will fit in the channel of the BulletProof Hitches # HD256. You will still be limited to 11,000 pounds of capacity as this is what the # 336VS503 is rated to. As a side note, we do also have the Lock N Roll 5-Position Adjustable Channel Bracket # 336TS515 that will...
    view full answer...
  • B&W Tow & Stow Adjustable Ball Mount Adapter for 2 Inch Receiver
    There isn't an adapter available, because using one would reduce the hitch capacity to the point where it wouldn't be safe. I checked to see if B&W perhaps offered a 2 inch shank, but unfortunately they do not. You'd be best off selling your # BWTS20049B Tow & Stow and using the proceeds toward one for a 2 inch hitch. If you would be interested in a replacement that offers the same 7 inch drop/7-1/2 inch rise as the one you currently have, you could use part # BWTS10049B. However, you'll...
    view full answer...


< Previous



Do you have a question about this Trailer Hitch Ball Mount?


Info for this part was:

Employee Mike L
Expert Research:
Mike L
Employee Jameson C
Expert Research:
Jameson C
Employee Adam R
Expert Research:
Adam R
Employee Zack K
Video Edited:
Zack K
Employee Jacob T
Video Edited:
Jacob T
Employee Chris R
Video Edited:
Chris R
Employee John S
Video Edited:
John S
Employee Lindsey S
Edited by:
Lindsey S
Employee Dustin K
Video by:
Dustin K
Employee Jonathan Y
Video by:
Jonathan Y
Employee Cole B
Installed by:
Cole B
Employee Aidan B
Installed by:
Aidan B
Employee Hayden R
Test Fit:
Hayden R
Employee Jon G
Test Fit:
Jon G
Employee Clayton O
Test Fit:
Clayton O
Employee Wilson B
Updated by:
Wilson B
Employee Kristina F
Updated by:
Kristina F
Employee Mike S
Updated by:
Mike S
Employee Noah M
Updated by:
Noah M
Employee Amanda M
Written by:
Amanda M

At etrailer.com we provide the best information available about the products we sell. We take the quality of our information seriously so that you can get the right part the first time. Let us know if anything is missing or if you have any questions.


Product Experts Available Now!
Call 1-800-940-8924
<