2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
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CURT Trailer Hitch Ball - 40038
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- Standard Ball
- 12000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2-1/4 Inch Shank Length
- CURT
Durable steel ball has a 1" diameter x 2-1/4" long shank. Built-in wrench flats ease installation. Chrome finish resists corrosion. Fine threads provide strong grip. Lock washer and nut included.
Features:
- Hitch ball provides a connection point for your trailer's coupler
- Fine threads provide tight, strong grip
- Heat-treated steel is durable
- Corrosion-resistant chrome finish
- Built-in wrench flats make it easy to hold ball in place while tightening the nut
- Lock washer and nut included
Specs:
- Ball diameter: 2"
- Shank dimensions: 1" diameter x 2-1/4" long
- Weight capacity: 12,000 lbs
- Fits ball mount platforms at least 3/8" thick
- 1-Year limited warranty
40038 Curt 2" Diameter Hitch Ball with Medium Shank - 12,000 lbs GTW - Chrome
Replaces E-119R
Video of 2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Curt 2 Inch Chrome Hitch Ball Review
What's up, everybody Adam here with etrailer. Today, we're gonna be taking a look at the Curt trailer ball. When it comes to trailer balls, there's a couple of things we need to consider. One, we want to make sure it's the right size for our coupler. And this one is a two-inch trailer ball. So you wanna look on the top of your coupler.
Typically, it's going to say what size it is. So just check that, make sure it's the right size. Two, we want to make sure that the ball is gonna be able to handle what we plan on using it with. So this one has a capacity of 12,000 pounds. So we're probably not gonna overload this thing.
Another thing we kind of want to think about is the ball mount that we're using it with. Make sure if you do plan on kind of maxing out this trailer ball, make sure that the hitch receiver is going to be able to handle that weight as well. With this specific setup, yes, the ball is rated for 12,000 pounds, but our ball mount is not. So between the two, the lowest number is 7,500, so that's what we're limited to. If we're willing to max this ball out, what we'd have to do is grab a ball mount that's gonna be able to handle 12,000 pounds as well.
So something to kind of think about. Also the holes that the ball goes down through, the shank, we do want to make sure that it's going to have a diameter of one inch. That's how big the shank is. We don't want anything any bigger, just because there'll be a lot of play. And anything smaller of course, it's not really gonna fit.
Another thing about the shank, we are gonna make sure that we grab a ball mount that's not going to be too thick for it. The shank is about two and a quarter inches long. So we want to make sure that we can get a thickness of at least three eighths of an inch. So those are all the things you kinda have to think about whenever picking out the right combo, you know, you need a lot more components than just the ball, and we have them here at etrailer. So just use that information to piece together your system, so you can be towing properly. And that's basically it for a look at the Curt two inch trailer ball..
Customer Reviews
2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs - 40038
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (2769 Customer Reviews)
Durable steel ball has a 1" diameter x 2-1/4" long shank. Built-in wrench flats ease installation. Chrome finish resists corrosion. Fine threads provide strong grip. Lock washer and nut included.
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by: Mitchell01/03/2022
What to say about a hitch ball? It went on the mount easily and quickly. All parts and instructions were included, packaged well, and in perfect condition. Delivery was fast. Price was excellent and the customer services was even better! Thanks to Paula S. And etrailer for another great experience.
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by: John03/27/2022
Very professional and received in two days. Also ordered an extended ball hitch which came in the same package. I called and discussed the extended ball hitch vs a hitch extension and she answered all my questions and I got the correct solution for my issue. Highly recommend etrailer
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by: Craig S.01/24/2020
I neeed to pull a trailer with my 2019 GMC Yukon. I found Etrailer.com and followed the instructions on determining the drop of the hitch, the instructions were spot on. I hooked up my trailer to my Yukon today, all was level and worked perfectly. I had driven around to Napa, Lowe’s, Home Depot and Walmart, and nobody had the 9” drop hitch I needed. Came back to Etrailer, bought the 2” ball and pin, and the Curt 9” drop hitch. I received the items quickly. Great website, Thanks, Craig
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by: Rick02/15/2022
We are happy with our whole package including hitch, receiver, wiring and ball mounts.
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Jenny N - 01/31/2022
by: James01/30/2022
Shipping box was badly damaged which resulted in the hitch paint being chipped in a few places
Comments
I will have our customer service team reach out to you.
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by: Vijender04/17/2020
Super impressed with the service and timeliness of your organization. Found y’all randomly on google and you are super legit. Helpful website, helpful recs, customer reviews. Customer service great too. Forgot part of my order (wiring harness) and it was overnighted, arrived on time. Everything on point. Keep it up. The hitch itself was easy enough to install. Had to really use some PBlaster on the rear most holes and ended up needing an impact to get the job done. Beware kinda hard with just hand tools if the receiving holes are rusty,
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by: Barton03/08/2022
The hitch ball fit beautifully into the trailer hitch and is rated to tow 5,000 pounds, which well exceeds what I need for my 18' motor boat.
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by: Kyle03/19/2020
I received this hitch the next day during the vivid-19 pandemic. It was very easy to install. 2020 Subaru Outback Pull the small rear panel off the bumper, remove 6 bolts and slip the hitch in between the bumper bar and the frame, tighten the new bolts in (not the stock bolts) and put everything back together. The reason there is a open hole on the hitch is because you cannot remove the bumper bar without removing the whole back end which would be a royal pain. The brake wiring connector is right on the rear part of the spare tire compartment on the passenger side. It was hard to find but it just all snapped together. Awesome product, awesome service!!
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Jenny N - 04/27/2022
by: David04/22/2022
I know the finish won’t last but I was hoping I’d get a little longer out of it. It just seems like it aged very quickly and I even greased it to save it a bit although you’re not supposed to for general trailer safety. Still works though… don’t know what else you could ask. If you buy one, but from etrailer. No better site on the internet
Comments
We do recommend greasing the hitch ball to help disconnecting the coupler and to help protect rust. Use with the trailer coupler is going cause scratches which will eventually lead to rust. I recommend using grease part # 58117
White Grease Hitch Ball Lube
$11.24 with the ball.
-- White Grease Hitch Ball Lube
$11.24 with the ball.
Jenny N - 04/27/2022
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Eric - 01/05/2022
by: Eric01/04/2021
Does everything a hitch ball should! Shines when not in use and pulls the trailer when in use.
Comments
Still working just fine after several hundred miles of twisting turning roads! A little grease goes a long way too!
Eric - 01/05/2022
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by: Thorman02/18/2022
Gwen Y knew exactly what I needed and I didn't have to ask any stupid questions...Gwen Y deserves a raise!!!
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by: Bill12/30/2021
Suffice to say after 3 or 4 years and a number of purchases I have never had an unhappy experience with etrailer
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by: Neil M08/07/2013
Seems like a quality piece that was made by someone who cared. The finish was even and consistant. The threads were smooth as silk without the slightest bind as the nut was threaded up the shank by hand. If it holds up in use (resists corrosion) it will be just that much better. The 12,000 lb load capacity should handle the 1,650 lb camper I'll be pulling :-)
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by: Russell05/07/2022
This product worked great. Although it wasn't the way I planned it, the first time I used this trailer mount, I towed my car 1600+ miles round trip.
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Al - 10/02/2021
by: Al10/01/2020
Great product, made solid, sure to give me many years trailering my Harley!!!!!! Thanks e-trailer!
Comments
Great quality, solid, reliable. Ive had no trailering issues while using this product
Al - 10/02/2021
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by: Travis08/20/2021
Well honestly it’s just a hitch ball. The 5 stars go to etrailer and their customer service. The first ball I ordered was back ordered and I received an email within minutes of placing my order with a replacement suggestion. Always shop here first, you won’t be disappointed!
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by: Mark02/26/2022
Seems to be of good quality. No issues.
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by: Daniel10/09/2021
Has held up well after roughly 30k miles of use with 8-11k lbs pulling a skidsteer and dump trailer.
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by: Denise11/13/2021
Order was processed super fast and hitch/ball is perfect for our gator!
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Victor W - 01/30/2021
by: Victor W01/29/2020
Bought this heavy duty ball for extra security towing a 7000 GVWR dovetail. It fits the hitch and receiver insert perfectly and looks new after several 100 mile tows.
Comments
Im satisfied with the fit and finish after many uses.
Victor W - 01/30/2021
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William - 01/26/2022
by: William11/25/2020
High strength at a fair cost
Comments
One year in, theres rust on the ball and its been used hard, but no issues.
William - 01/26/2022
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by: George03/28/2021
What a great experience. I was surprised to get an email from customer service noting a potential mistake I made concerning part incompatibility in my order (wrong hitch ball size). I was very grateful she caught that and quickly responded to my request that the correct part be substituted. My only concern now is how I'm supposed to deal with all the other companies when the bar for customer service has been raised so high.
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by: Deagan04/10/2022
Worked well, very shiny, exactly as adv ertised
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by: Chuck B08/18/2016
Does take the sharp shock out of take off and braking. I am using this ball mount on a surge brake system and seems to work fine. A little expensive but worth it in my opinion for spec weights it can handle and additional feature of shock control. I purchased the 12K lb. Curt ball #40038 to go on mount and they are great match for pulling 6,500 lb. boat and trailer. I have more piece of mind than my previous 5K lb. spec ball and mount.
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by: Gary P05/07/2015
Great service and product just like all the reviews say. Thanks a lot got the mount the ball and the lock arrived fast and fit perfect. I think they will work great.
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Ask the Experts about this CURT Trailer Hitch Ball
- Hitch Ball Height of Curt 2 Inch Ball # 40038The ball height of the Curt 2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 12,000 lbs # 40038 is 2-3/4 inches. I've attached a photo to assist.
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- Torque Recommendation for Tightening Curt Hitch Ball to Ball MountCurt recommends the use of 250 ft/lbs of torque when tightening the nuts of their hitch balls with a 1 inch diameter shank like the part # 40038 that you referenced. The general rule is for a 3/4" shank tighten to 150 ft/lbs For a 1" shank tighten to 250 ft/lbs, and for a 1-1/4 inch shank 450 ft/lbs.
view full answer... - What Is The Diameter of the Collar on the Curt 2 Inch Hitch Ball 40038Yes, I went out to our warehouse for you an measured the 2" Hitch Ball part # 40038. The diameter of the collar (excluding flat side) is going to be right at 2" or 1.95" to be exact.
view full answer... - Torque Rating for the Curt the 2" Hitch Ball # 40038According to Curt the 2" Hitch Ball # 40038 that you referenced should be torqued to 250 ft/lbs.
view full answer... - What Are the Torque Specs for the Curt 2" Hitch BallThe 2" Hitch Ball part # 40038 has a 1" shank so the torque spec will be 250 ft. lbs.
view full answer... - Will the Westin Perfect Match Series Rear Step Bumper Part # 32017 Fit a 2008 Dodge Ram 1500I called my contact at Westin Automotive and they were able to confirm that the Westin Perfect Match Series Rear Step Bumper part # 32017 will indeed fit your 2008 Dodge Ram. This step comes in a black powdered coat finish and is a direct factory replacment. The bumper has a maximum gross trailer weight rating of 5,000 lbs and is rated up to 500 lbs of tongue weight. It comes with a 3 year warranty and has a pre-drilled 1" hole for use with a hitch ball like part # 40038.
view full answer... - How to Select Correct Size Hitch Ball for 2012 Forest River Grey Wolf M-26BH Travel TrailerForest River does not maintain coupler specs on their website for your 2012 Grey Wolf M-26BH but it is easy enough to examine the coupler on the trailer to see the required ball size; this will usually be stamped into the steel housing. Based on this trailer's dry hitch weight of 402-lbs, odds are that the coupler takes either a 2-inch ball or a 2-5/16-inch ball. You'll want to check your tow vehicle's ball mount to ensure you choose a hitch ball that not only matches the ball size for...
view full answer... - Made in U.S.A. Hitch Pin Lock for 1-1/4 inch Trailer Hitch SizeWe have the Deadbolt hitch pin lock part # 7680 that fits 1-1/4 inch hitches, has a 1/2 inch diameter, and is made in the USA. We do not have any standard hitch pins made in USA for this size though.
view full answer... - Shank Diameter and Thread Pitch of Curt C40038 2 Inch Trailer BallThe diameter of the threaded portion of the Curt # 40038 2 inch trailer ball is 1 inch, and the length of the shank is 2-1/4 inches. The thread pitch is 14 threads per inch. The trailer ball includes the lock washer and the nut.
view full answer... - Why is Curt Hitch Ball # 40038 w/ 12,000 LB GTW Shank Diameter Smaller Than Husky Ball w/ 8,000 LBI spoke with my contact at Curt and numerous factors go into the capacity of a hitch ball, including the way the shank is threaded as well as the way the metal was finished. The Curt Hitch Ball, # 40038, has been tested and has a 12,000 lb towing capacity. You definitely want to use a hitch ball that is rated high enough for the weight of your horse trailer and part # 40038 would cover this. Although the Husky ball looks to be sturdier, you mention that it only has an 8,000 lb capacity...
view full answer... - Will the Curt Hitch Ball # 40038 Work with the Alumistinger Ball Mount # AM3509As long as I understood you correctly I believe the Hitch Ball # 40038 that you referenced will work correctly with the Alumistinger Ball Mount # AM3509. It sounds like the shank of the ball is sticking out a little bit beyond the nut when fully tightened. That is actually ideal since the nut has enough threads to thread onto yet the shank is not so long that it hurts ground clearance.
view full answer... - Is a Ball Mount Spacer Available for a Hitch Ball with a 1 Inch Diameter ShankTo use the Curt 2 Inch Trailer Ball, # 40038, with the Draw-Tite Forged Ball Mount, # 40330, you will want to use the Reese Hitch Ball Bushing, # 58184. This will not reduce the towing or tongue weight capacity of the hitch ball or the ball mount, but you will be limited to the 12,000 lb towing capacity of the hitch ball since it is the lowest rated component.
view full answer... - Need Thickness of Ball Mount # BM20 Ball Platform and Hitch Ball RecommendationI pulled the Ball Mount, # BM20, from our warehouse and the thickness of the platform measures 3/4 of an inch. I recommend going with the Curt 2 Inch Hitch Ball, # 40038. This ball has a shank length of 2-1/4 inches and has a gross towing capacity of 12,000 pounds.
view full answer... - Hitch Ball Recommendation Made in AmericaI believe I have something that will work for you, but the Curt Hitch Ball # 40038 that you referenced is not made in the USA, it is made in China. You might be interested in a Convert-A-Ball Interchangeable Ball Set # 904B. This product is made in the USA and comes with an interchangeable hitch ball that will give you the option to easily change between a 2 inch and a 2-5/16 inch ball.
view full answer... - Hitch Ball That is 2 Inches with a Shank That Measures 1 Inch Diameter and 2-1/2 Inches LongWe don't currently have a hitch ball that has a 2-1/2 inch long shank but we have a couple that might work for you. The Curt # 40038 is a 2 inch ball with a 1 inch diameter shank that is 2-1/4 inches long. And then the Curt # C40020 is the same except the shank is 3 inches long.
view full answer... - Highest Capacity 2 inch Hitch Ball with 1 inch Diameter ShankThe highest capacity 2 inch hitch ball we offer that has a 1-1/4 inch diameter shank is going to be the Curt # A-90 which has a 10k capacity. It is interesting that a 1 inch shank diameter ball # 40038 has a 12k capacity yet has a smaller shank, but the reality is the 1-1/4 inch shank diameter is much rarer than the 1 inch shank so there is just more demand for options in that size.
view full answer... - 2 inch Hitch Ball Recommendation for Use with Curt Ball Mount D-26The correct 2 inch hitch ball for the ball mount part # D-26 that you referenced would be the part # 40038 which has a 12k capacity.
view full answer... - Height of Curt Hitch Ball 40038 and Compatibility with Convert-A-Ball Cushioned Ball MountI went out to the warehouse and pulled Curt hitch ball # 40038. From its base to the top of the ball it is 2-3/4 inches tall. Curt hitch ball # 40038 does indeed fit Convert-A-Ball cushioned ball mount # AMSC2. The ball mount requires a ball with a 1 inch diameter shank that that is what the ball has. I have linked a picture showing the measurement and some videos on the ball and ball mount for you.
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- Winch Recommendation for a PWC TrailerSorry to hear about your Sea Doo falling off your trailer! When picking out a boat or PWC winch the general rule of thumb is that you need a winch with a 2 to 1 capacity for the weight of the watercraft. So since 500 kg equals right at 1,100 lbs and everything we offer is rated in lbs you would want at least a 550 lb rated winch. The Dutton Lainson winch part # DL14125 has a 600 lb capacity and would work well for you. I attached a link to a review video for this winch for you to check...
view full answer... - Why Do CURT Trailer Hitch Balls 40038 and A-90 have Such Different Towing CapacitiesI spoke with my contact at CURT and he told me what gives the CURT Hitch Ball, # 40038, more strength is the way it is threaded and that it is heat treated beyond what # A-90 is so that gives the 40038 the higher rating. He added that even though 40038 has a smaller shank, the way that the metal was finished allowed it to be tested and rated higher.
view full answer... - Will Curt Hitch Ball 40038 Work with Cushioned Ball Mount # AMSC6The Curt 2" Hitch Ball # 40038 that you referenced will work perfectly with the Cushioned Ball Mount # AMSC6. This hitch ball features the needed 1" diameter shank and it's plenty long enough for a secure attachment. If you had a level setup with your 5-1/4" drop ball mount this 6" drop # AMSC6 is the better choice over the 4" drop model. This is because the rear of your tow vehicle is going to sag/drop just a bit when the trailer is hooked up, which will bring you closer to that original...
view full answer... - 2 inch Hitch Ball Recommendation for Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution SystemThe Curt Weight Distribution System # C17500 requires a hitch ball with a 1-1/4-inch diameter shank. Part # 40038 is the recommended 2-inch ball. This has a 12,000 lb trailer capacity as well.
view full answer... - Does the Curt MV Weight Distribution System Require DrillingThe Curt MV Weight Distribution System part # C17050 offers bolt-on installation therefore you won't have to drill into your trailer frame. The frame hanger brackets which are the only part of the system that installs on the trailer are held in place by set screws which just butt up against the frame and do not protrude though. The 500 - 600 lb weight capacity will be perfect for your trailer. The only other thing you will need to complete this setup is a hitch ball, the 2" Hitch Ball...
view full answer... - Shank Dimensions for Curt MV Weight Distribution System C17050The Curt MV Weight Distribution System part # C17050 has a shank which is 12" long overall or 8" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the adjustment hole. In regards to the gusset, this is about 2-3/4" forward from the center of the adjustment hole. Don't forget the 2" Hitch Ball part # 40038 as well.
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