Availability of 42" Hitch Extension for 2026 Silverado 3500
Updated 07/01/2026 | Published 06/27/2026
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I have a 2026 Silverado 3500 and need a 42 hitch extension. What are my options?
asked by: Jeffrey G
Expert Reply:
Hey Jeffrey! The longest hitch extension for the 2-1/2" receiver on your Silverado is the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long # C45048.
If your ball mount is at least 8" long from the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball that will give you the 42" extension you're looking for. If you were already accounting for the ball mount there may be an extended ball mount that could push it out far enough for the clearance you need.
The other option is to install the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver # TL74FR. This will replace your factory hitch and allow you to use the TorkLift SuperTruss Hitch Extension for SuperHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers - 42" Long # TLE1542. You may also need a 7-way extension like # TLW6042.
What are you towing/hauling with the Silverado?
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Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long
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Jeffrey G.
7/1/2026
Looks like I need to do the supertruss.