Is There A Low Profile Electric Trailer Jack That Allows SUV Trunk To Open?

Updated 04/14/2026 | Published 04/08/2026

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Lippert Electric Trailer Jack with Footplate - A-Frame - 18" Lift - 3,500 lbs - Black

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Trailer Valet JXS Drill Powered Swivel Jack w/ Footplate - 14" Lift - 1,600 lbs

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Question:

I need assistance in picking out an electric trailer jack, as I know very little about them. It will be for a small travel trailer. I will want a narrow one in hopes it can go sideways and hoping the back of my SUV can still open, and one that isnt bothered by dirt road.

asked by: Lorelei V

Expert Reply:

No worries Lorelei, I'm here to help!

An electric jack is more of an upright only jack, whereas the manual options can have the ability to swivel to the stowed/concealed position for storage. Do you know if you have the mounting hole cutout already there on the a-frame tongue of the trailer? See the attached photo. If so, then you can go with something like the Lippert 3,500lb jack # LC285318, but keep in mind it won't swivel since it's electric. It sticks up from the trailer frame mounting area about 22-1/2"

If you are set on a swivel jack, you can go with the high quality Trailer Valet jack # TV64FR. This bolts on to the side of any A frame trailer as long as the frame is no taller than 4-3/4" tall x 3-3/4" deep. This jack is manual but can also be powered by a cordless drill which is super neat and user-friendly.

Both jacks will hold up well to dirt and elements.

I think the image I attached will help you figure out what fits your trailer.

expert reply by: Andrew N