Is There AN Alternative To The Bulldog BX1 Gooseneck Coupler BD1289200300?  

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Hi Stephanie!

While I do have another potential option for you, the Bulldog BX1 Gooseneck Coupler BD1289200300 is not currently available. Unfortunately, Bulldog's parent company (First Brands) has had some... "issues" as of late and their parts are basically impossible to get ahold of. Look them up online and you will see what I mean. A lot of the brands under this umbrella were recently purchased though, so hopefully they come back, but I can't honestly say when or if that will happen.

So with that said, check out the Shocker Hitch Gooseneck Coupler w/ Shift Lock - 3" Ball - Square - 40K # SHK34SR. Like the Bulldog BX1, this will work with 3" gooseneck balls, has 40,000 pounds of capacity, and is a standard 4" tube. The real differences are this is just the inner tube (the Bulldog was inner and outer) and the release mechanism is completely different (see included image). So it may work for you, but definitely make sure first.

What kind of trailer are you working on? And what are you typically towing?

expert reply by: Lazer S

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Bulldog & Shocker Hitch Comparison
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Gordon S.

11/6/2026

The shocker hitch is similar and will fit the BX1 tube. The lock arm for engaging the 3" ball sticks out aways and can get stuck on box cargo as turning, but is a way around the discontinued Bull dog.

Lazer S.

11/9/2026

@GordonS Thanks for your feedback! I hadn't thought about the locking mechanism sticking out as it does.