Can You Back Up Trailer Using Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler
Question:
I have one of your Lock N’ Roll articulating hitches and was thinking off putting one on another trailer I have. It’s a 20’ galvanized boat trailer that I converted to hold 2 Hobie Pro Angler kayaks. Would I have any safety or backing up issues trading in my ball hitch for one of these?
asked by: Eric S
Expert Reply:
There will be no safety issues and you can absolutely back up with the Lock N Roll articulating coupler, no matter which one you use. Backing straight up won't be problematic and it will even be a bit easier to maneuver when turning due to the articulation. I'm not sure what coupler you need for your trailer, so here are all the trailer-side Lock N Roll couplers:
- 2" Channel: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS528
- 2-1/2" Channel: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS506
- 3" Channel: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS508
- A-Frame: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS504
- Flat Plate Mount: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS514
- Adjustable Channel Mount: Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS502

Products Referenced in This Question
Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - Adjustable Channel Mount - Trailer Side - 11K
- Adjustable Trailer Coupler
- Off Road Coupler
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Latch Plates
- Articulating Coupler
- 3 Inch Height Adjustment
- Lock N Roll
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Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler - A-Frame - Trailer Side - 11K
- A-Frame Trailer Coupler
- Off Road Coupler
- Weld-On
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Latch Plates
- Lock N Roll
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Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2-1/2" Channel - Trailer Side
- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Off Road Coupler
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- 11000 lbs GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Channel
- Latch Plates
- Lock N Roll
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Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 3" Channel - Trailer Side
- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Off Road Coupler
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- 11000 lbs GTW
- 3 Inch Channel
- Latch Plates
- Lock N Roll
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Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Coupler - Flat Plate Mount - Trailer Side - 11,000 lbs
- Flat Mount Trailer Coupler
- Articulating Coupler
- Weld-On
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Latch Plates
- Lock N Roll
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Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 2" Channel - Trailer Side
- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Off Road Coupler
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Channel
- Latch Plates
- Lock N Roll
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Lock N Roll Articulating Trailer Hitch for 2" Receivers - Vehicle Side - 11,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 0 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Off-Road Coupler
- Lock N Roll
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