Is 1-7/8" Hitch Ball Available to Fit Curt 2-1/2" Weight Distribution Shank

Updated 01/05/2026 | Published 09/24/2024

Products Featured in This Question

Curt Weight Distribution Shank for 2-1/2" Hitches - 6-3/4" Rise - 3-1/4" Drop

(45)

$175.41

Curt Class III Ball Mount with 1-7/8" Ball - 4" Drop - 3,500 lbs

(3962)

$36.44

etrailer Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve - 2-1/2" to 2" Hitch - 5" Long

(486)

$36.99

Question:

I currently run the 17131 on my F250, with the standard 2inch - 2-5/16inch dual ball setup, but I have to hook up a pig cooker with 1-7/8inch ball, by chance is there a ball mount I can use with my current hitch shank?

asked by: Tony

Expert Reply:

Hey Tony, thanks for reaching out!

There aren't any 1-7/8" hitch balls that will fit the Curt Weight Distribution Shank # C17131 you're already using, but I do have a way you can tow your pig cooker by using the Curt Class III Ball Mount # C45055 along with the etrailer Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Sleeve # e28JR. I know it's not exactly what you were hoping for, but the only alternative would be to purchase one of the adjustable tri-ball mounts that are a bit more costly than this setup.

expert reply by: Jon G

Jameson C.

1/5/2026

Hey Tony, how did the setup with the Curt ball mount and the magnetic reducer sleeve work out for towing your pig cooker? Your update could make it easier for others trying to tow smaller trailers with a 2-1/2 inch hitch.