What is Correct Weight Ratings for B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount # BWTS20040B
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 01/12/2025
Question:
Your site description says 18k for the bigger ball but you list it at 1450lbs for the tongue weight? There seems to be some confusion in the specs of the bigger ball some places like yours say 18k and some say 14.5k?? Your answer provided above of 1450 lbs would be correct if it is 14,500lbs so what is the correct numbers on this? Is it 18k or 14.5k rated??
asked by: steve
Expert Reply:
Hey Steve, so the weight capacities for the B and W Stow N Tow part # BWTS20040B that you referenced have changed since it first came out so the current and correct ratings are:
Gross towing weight:
When used with 2" ball: 7,500 lbs
When used with 2-5/16" ball: 18,000 lbs
Gross tongue weight:
When used with a 2" ball: 750 lbs
When used with a 2-5/16" ball: 1,800 lbs
Sorry for any confusion on that!
Product Page this Question was Asked From
B&W Tow & Stow 2-Ball Mount - 2-1/2" Hitch - 7-1/2" Drop/Rise - 18K - Black
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Adjustable Ball Mount
- Two Balls
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Steel Shank
- Drop - 7 Inch
- Rise - 7 Inch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 18000 lbs GTW
- B and W
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Jameson C.
11/3/2025
Hey Steve, did the updated 18,000‑lb and 1,800‑lb ratings for the 2‑5/16" ball clear up the confusion for you? Knowing how those specs lined up on your end could help others double‑check their setup too.