Is Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution BLU54TR Available Without A Shank

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Good morning! I currently have a 3 Bulletproof shank, and I am interested in purchasing a Blue Ox WDH 1500lb bars. Id like to know if I can buy that without the shank and which setup would work best? Thank you.

asked by: Nate

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Expert Reply:

Hello Nate, thanks for reaching out. We do carry the 1,500 lb Blue Ox WD hitches like part # BLU54TR, but I am sorry to say we do not offer the WD hitch without the shank.

The # BLU54TR comes with a shank for a 2-1/2" hitch. You can swap it out for your 3" Bulletproof shank. The shanks are interchangeable so that swap will not be a problem - you will just have an extra shank.

The # BLU54TR should be used on trailers with a tongue weight between 1,000 and 1,500 lbs.

What kind of trailer is this going on? How much does it weigh?

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Nate

11/24/2025

Jesse, Thanks for your response man! its an ATC PLA 700 2816. I think the 1500# bars are a good fit, but I certainly defer to you! Apologies for the tardy reply! -Nate

Jesse M.

11/25/2025

@Nate Hey Nate. Yes the Blue Ox # BLU54TR I mentioned above will work great for that. According to the online specs I found, the ATC PLA 700 2816 has a GVWR of 13,200 lbs so the 1500 bars will be perfect for that.

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