Will Rapid Hitch Ball Mount Kit Fit 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero Towing Trailer Requiring 50mm Hitch Ball

Published 10/23/2014

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Question:

Im pretty sure that that the AM 3410 will suit my needs. My tow vehicle is a Mitsubishi Pajero NS model 12 month 2007 with a factory tow bar, tow capacity 2700 kgs with a permissible downward pressure of 270 kgs. I have purchased and am soon to receive a caravan that has an AL-KO coupling model AKS 3004 which requires a 50mm ball I notice youre web site only deals with imperial sizes. I wouldnt need a double ball and it would need to have a rated capacity of 3000kg. Thanks for your help with my inquiry. Regards,

asked by: Bob H

Expert Reply:

Since you mention that you do not need the double hitch ball option, my recommendation would be to go with an adjustable ball mount like the Convert-A-Ball, # TK5007, on your 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero. This ball mount offers a 5,000 pound capacity which would be sufficient since it exceeds the towing capacity of your vehicle.

In addition to the adjustable ball mount, you would also need a hitch ball, pin, and clip. Although we do offer a 50 mm hitch ball, # 63912, it has a 3,500 pound capacity which is far less than what you are looking for. In this case I would go with one of our 2 inch hitch balls, like part # 63845, which is extremely close in diameter to the 50 mm ball that is required to tow your caravan. For a pin and clip you could use part # PC3 quantity of 2.

The Rapid Hitch Adjustable Aluminum Ball Mount Kit with 2 Chrome Hitch Balls, # AM3410, that you mentioned will work with your Pajero but comes with the additional 2-5/16 inch hitch ball that you expressed is not needed.

I have included links to additional ball mount options, adjustable and non-adjustable, for a 2 inch receiver and 2 inch hitch balls as well as an article that covers how to choose the correct ball mount.

expert reply by: Leah S