Do You Have a 2 1/2" Extender? How can I Extend My Hitch Ball 3" From My Receiver?

Updated 08/12/2026 | Published 08/07/2026

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Hitch Extender For 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver 7"

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Brophy Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitch - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 13-1/4" Long - 10k lbs

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Question:

Is there a 2-1/2 to 2-1/2 trailer hitch extension available. I only need to move the hitch back about 3”. Thanks, Ron

asked by: Ron F

Expert Reply:

Hello Ron,

Thanks for writing in.

We do not have a 2-1/2" hitch extender available, so I think your best option may be to go with a ball mount that has a longer shank. Something like the Brophy Ball Mount for 2-1/2" Hitch # BZ20 could work well for what you're trying to accomplish. It measures 13-1/4" from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole and has a 3/4" rise or 2" drop with a 10,000 lb capacity.

To make sure this will give you the extra clearance you need, what is the measurement on your current ball mount from the center of the hitch pin hole to the center of the ball hole? Also, what size hitch ball are you currently using?

expert reply by: Kate F