What is the Strength Rating for the Weigh Safe and B&W Locking Hitch Pins?
Updated 07/27/2026 | Published 07/20/2026
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Question:
What are the ratings for the weigh safe and BandW hitch pins?
asked by: William Y
Expert Reply:
Hi William,
The only B&W locking hitch pin we have is the B&W Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 3" Hitches part # BW23FR. However, the shear strength rating of the pin is not published information.
The shear strength of the Weigh Safe Hitch Receiver Locking Pin w/ Cap - 5/8" Diameter part # WS54CR is 45,000lbs. Shear strength is not the same as a safe working load, it's the force that is required to break or cut the hitch pin. The pin should never be loaded anywhere near its ultimate shear strength during normal use. The towing capacity of your system will always be limited by the lowest rated component of your system, not including the hitch pin.
What hitch or ball mount are you wanting to use one of these locking hitch pins with?
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Weigh Safe Hitch Receiver Locking Pin w/ Cap - 5/8" Diameter - Stainless Steel
- Trailer Hitch Lock
- Standard Pin Lock
- Keyed Unique
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- Flush Pin
- 3-7/16 Inch Span
- Weigh Safe
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William Y.
7/25/2026
Thank you