How Close To a 3" Rise Ball Mount For 2" Receiver Do I Need?

Updated 05/27/2021 | Published 05/24/2021

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Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/4" Rise, 4" Drop - 9" Long - 7.5K

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Draw-Tite Ball Mount - 3" Rise, 4" Drop - 8-1/2" Long - 12,000 lbs

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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs

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2-5/16" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/4" Long Shank - Chrome - 10,000 lbs

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Question:

I need a ball mount for a class III hitch with 2inch receiver. Based on my measurements I need a 3inch rise. It seems like the closest I can find in terms of rise is a 2 3/4inch like this one. How much difference would the 1/4inch difference make? Could I safely use this, or do I need to search harder for an exact 3inch rise?

asked by: Matt

Expert Reply:

The Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches # 2753 will work just fine for your situation. I wouldn't be to overly concerned over a 1/4" difference in the height measurement. I usually suggest to be plus or minus 1" for the height. This ball mount is rated for 7,500lbs towing and 750lbs tongue weight. You will need a 2" Hitch Ball # 63845 or 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # C40007 with a 1" shank.

If you are concerned we do have the Draw-Tite Ball Mount # 4281 that is a 3" rise. This ball mount is rated for 12,000lbs towing and 1,200lbs of tongue weight. It will require a 2" Hitch Ball # A-90 or 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # C49FR with a 1-1/4" shank.