How To Choose Between Yoke Style or Flat Lip Style Coupler Lock From ICON Locks
Updated 09/10/2025 | Published 09/09/2025
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Question:
Why would someone pick the AL33DQ yoke-style instead of the AL26DQ flat-lip 2? Aren’t both 2inch couplers?
asked by: Dan
Expert Reply:
Dan, it’s all about the latch design. The ICON # AL33DQ is shaped for yoke-style couplers which have a latch that pivots on a pin that goes through the coupler and latch, while the # AL26DQ is for flat-lip couplers which are exactly as it sounds - they have a bigger flat lip around the coupler where the ball sits. Both have the same radial fins and anti-drill lock core, so security is identical. It just depends on the shape.
Do you know which latch type your trailer has?
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ICON Trailer Coupler Lock for Yoke-Style 2" Ball Coupler - Cast and Stainless Steel - Black
- Trailer Tongue Lock
- Surround Lock
- Universal Application Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Steel
- Fits 2 Inch Ball
- Yoke
- Altor Locks
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