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Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-1/2" Rise, 5-3/4" Drop - 7,500 lbs
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Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-1/2" Rise, 5-3/4" Drop - 7,500 lbs

Part Number: C45240
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Ball mount measures 9-1/4" or 12-1/4" 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 - 4-1/2" Rise, 5-3/4" Drop - 7,500 lbs part number C45240 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 - C45240

  • Fixed Ball Mount
  • Fits 2 Inch Hitch
  • Drop - 6 Inch
  • Rise - 4 Inch
  • No Ball
  • 7500 lbs GTW
  • Class III
  • Long Shank
  • CURT
  • Steel Shank - Gloss Black
  • 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter

Ball mount measures 9-1/4" or 12-1/4" 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.


Features:

  • Ball mount lets you hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
    • Shank slides into your vehicle's hitch receiver
    • Ball platform provides mounting point for hitch ball (sold separately)
  • 2 Separate pin holes let you change the length of the shank
  • Both drop and rise positions available to ensure level towing
  • Sturdy steel construction
  • Corrosion-resistant, high-gloss black powder coat finish
  • Hitch pin and clip or hitch lock sold separately
  • Assembled in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receivers
  • Length:
    • 9-1/4" From center of first hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
    • 12-1/4" From center of second hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
    • 3-1/4" From center of first hitch pin hole to the weld bracket
  • Rise: 4-1/2" from top of inside of hitch opening
    • Gross towing weight: 6,000 lbs
    • Tongue weight: 600 lbs
  • Drop: 5-3/4" from top of inside of hitch opening
    • Gross towing weight: 7,500 lbs
    • Tongue weight: 750 lbs
  • Ball hole diameter: 1"
  • Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
  • Limited lifetime warranty


How to Measure Drop on Standard Ball Mount

45240 Curt Adjustable Shank Ball Mount - Dual Length 2" Straight Ball Mount - 4" Rise, 5-3/4" Drop





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Curt Dual Length Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 4-1/2" Rise, 5-3/4" Drop - 7,500 lbs - C45240

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (150 Customer Reviews)

Ball mount measures 9-1/4" or 12-1/4" 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.

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I needed the dropped ball for my motorhome to tow my Jeep. More importantly I needed the long shaft into the receiver for a device that bolted onto the shaft. This hitch worked perfectly in all regards. High quality and fits perfectly.



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Product was shipped well packaged in a box to avoid damage. Perfect height and length for my F150 front receiver. This should make moving my trailer in tight spaces easier.



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Exactly what I needed.



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Perfect for our 2019 Shadow Stablemate Trailer and 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe.



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Didn't work out for it's intended purpose. Wanted it to use on my mini van to pyll Scamp travel trailer. But I couldn' open my tailgate without unhitching the trailer

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Jenny N.

3/28/2022

You mentioned that the ball mount was not long enough for your application. How much distance would you need to be able to open the tailgate.



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I recently received my C45240 dual length ball mount and was very pleased
with the way it looks. This mount is heavy duty for sure and the welds look perfect.
I needed the extra length because my tailgate hit the trailer jack when I let it down.now with this mount problem solved.
The quality and price of this product is great.
Thanks for making a product that is well worth the price.



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This was my second purchase-so far, so good. Hitch and brake controller installs from first purchase went well and have worked well. Just received ball mount and ladder mount bike rack from second purchase-everything looks good so far. Pricing was very reasonable. They provide good information to make an educated purchase.



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Very pleased with my purchase. Ball mount and 2" ball are heavy and appear to be well made. Just purchased a new pickup truck and the rear end is a few inches higher than my old truck. The 6" drop on this ball mount will keep my trailer riding level. Thanks guys.



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Excellent Curt product!! MADE IN AMERICA Fits great, just what I needed for my Suburban. Always a pleasure to do business with you people.

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Donald

6/28/2019

Still in use. Recently towed a classic car on a 2k mile trip with no problems.



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Needed this extended hitch with the drop to work with my "Rock Tamers". As this truck is new and I was leaving town in a week, I also needed fast delivery. Four days later the hitch arrived as promised and I'm on my way. Perfect product for my needs and great service/delivery!



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I need this for the front hitch on my truck. I needed the high rise since the hitch sits so low to the ground. I use the front hitch to launch my boat and jet ski on a small ramp that is hard to navigate.



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Great value. Ordered this with a trailer hitch.



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Good products at great prices, shipped very fast. Had a great selection of drops to hitches, with all choices of capacity.



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Works perfectly. Has the exact rise I needed to keep the trailer level.



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This ball mount was just what I needed. I've got a 2015 Escape but the little trailer I am going to pull was modified and raised 4" for off-road use. Well, my hitch was about 4" too low!! So, getting this ball mount receiver was just what I needed to get the added height on the hitch ball! Now, I'm ready to go!



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Works like a charm. I needed the extra length when I got a new truck so that the tail gate did not hit he post on the front of the trailer.



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Exactly as ordered, came in 3 days. Very heavy duty. Definitely will order from etrailer again.



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I have been buying parts from etrailer since 2013 and have never been disappointed they have always delivered a good product and always on time. Quality is excellent.



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Very well made draw bar. Great price. Fast service. Excellent customer service and status updates on shipping.



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Great people to deal with, and parts are good quality. And as always George j keeps you informed.

thanks again for good service---------------------------



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Easy to install, works fine. Still in service after a year.



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Durable and easy install!



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Haven't used yet. So far, this is exactly what I need. Going to use it in the rise position.



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Got exactly what I ordered and it arrived quickly and well packaged. Made great. Heavy duty construction and the ability to adjust length is helpful.



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Great product. Solid, quality, no rust !!!


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