How Much Weight Can The D Ring And Pintle Hitch Handle On Patriot Balll Mount PH45NR ?
Published 09/02/2025
Question:
How much weight can the D-ring handle on this hitch? I pull heavy trailer with my tractor's d ring I welded up but sometimes need it behind my Silverado 2500 as well (short distances, not on the road)
asked by: Melissa
Expert Reply:
Melissa, the built-in D-ring on the Patriot Ball Mount # PH45NR is rated for 25,000 lbs, making it great for off-road recovery or securing loads. For pulling a trailer, normally the ball itself or the pintle hitch is used, but the d ring could work for off-road use like you mentioned. Either way, it's all rated for 25k lbs.
Do you already keep recovery straps in your tractor or truck?
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Patriot Hitches 5-Way 3-Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - The Captain - 30K - Black Accent
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- Three Balls
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- 2-5/16 Inch Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 0 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Built-In Pintle Hook
- Built-In Tow Hook
- Patriot Hitches
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