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CURT 40053 Stainless Steel Trailer Hitch Ball, 6,000 lbs, 2-Inch Diameter, 1 x 2-1/8-Inch Shank

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Brand CURT
Vehicle Service Type Pickup Trucks, Marine-Personal-Craft, ATV, Sport-Utility-Vehicles, Snowmobiles, Trailer
Material Stainless Steel
Finish Type Polished

About this item

  • RELIABLE STRENGTH. This trailer hitch ball is rated to tow up to 6,000 pounds gross trailer weight. It is constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel for reliable towing strength and confidence on the road ahead
  • PRECISE FIT. This tow hitch ball has a 2-inch diameter to fit virtually any 2-inch coupler. The ball shank has a 1-inch diameter and measures 2-1/8 inches long for secure attachment to a trailer hitch ball mount
  • CORROSION-RESISTANT. For exceptional resistance to rain, mud, road salt and other corrosive threats, this hitch ball is constructed from stainless steel, providing excellent strength while maintaining long-lasting rust prevention
  • SECURE INSTALL. For dependable strength, this trailer hitch ball comes with a zinc-plated hex nut and helical lock washer. It also has fine threads for an enhanced hold on the ball hitch (250 lb.-ft. torque required)
  • TESTED FOR SAFETY. To promote the highest level of safety while towing, this CURT tow ball is tested to U.S. VESC specifications
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Sturdiness
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Easy to install
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Value for money
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From the manufacturer

CURT Trailer Balls

Wherever your work or play takes you

CURT offers custom trailer hitches, electrical products and a complete line of towing accessories to get you there with confidence and enjoy every mile of the journey.

CURT Trailer Ball Tow Ball Hitch Ball

CURT Trailer Hitch Balls

A reliable connection to your lifestyle

A trailer hitch ball may be one of the simplest components of your hitch system, but it is also the direct connection between your vehicle and trailer, making it vitally important.

CURT trailer balls are available in a wide variety sizes and capacities. Whether you’re towing a full-size travel trailer or a simple utility trailer, you can rest assured in the reliability of your CURT towing connection.

Features of CURT trailer balls

  • Standard hitch ball sizes, including 1-7/8, 2, 2-5/16 and 3 inch
  • Weight capacities ranging from 2,000 to 30,000 lbs.
  • Chrome, stainless and raw steel options
  • Fine threads for superior holding strength
  • Zinc-plated hex nut and helical lock washer for secure mounting

Three trailer ball finishes

Stainless steel

CURT stainless steel tow hitch balls are a premium option, offering superior rust resistance. They are available in various ball diameters and GTW capacities, and each one features fine threads for improved holding strength.

Chrome-plated

CURT chrome trailer hitch balls are available in multiple diameters and GTW capacities, and like our stainless steel balls, they also feature fine threads. Their chrome finish over steel gives them solid resistance to rust and wear.

Raw steel

CURT hitch balls with a raw steel finish are intended for heavy-duty towing applications. They range in GTW capacity from 12,000 pounds to 30,000 pounds and feature a heat-treated construction for added wear resistance.

Trailer hitch ball sizes

There are four key factors that must be considered when selecting a trailer hitch ball for your towing setup.

1. Weight rating.

2. Coupler size.

3. Hole size.

4. Platform thickness.

To learn more about each of these factors, see the panel below. The diagram to the right shows the various measurements of a trailer ball, which may be referred to in the following sections.

1. Weight rating

Before selecting a trailer hitch ball, it is important to know how much weight you’ll be towing. Each trailer balls is rated to certain gross trailer weight capacity and tongue weight capacity. The gross trailer weight is the total weight of the trailer, while the tongue weight is the weight specifically at the coupling point.

Remember, your towing capacity is always limited by the lowest-rated towing component, whether that’s the vehicle, the trailer hitch or the tow ball.

1. Weight rating

2. Coupler size

3. Hole size

4. Platform thickness

Product Description

Out of the monotony comes one name that rises above all others. CURT trailer balls are designed for strength, ease of use and, ultimately, to get you to your destination without hassle. CURT 2" trailer hitch balls are constructed from quality steel and are made with precision to fit your 2" trailer coupler like a hand in a glove. They are able to tow most standard-duty and heavy-duty trailers such as utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, livestock trailers and recreational vehicle trailers for hauling ATVs, snowmobiles, personal watercraft and more. These tow balls are an excellent extension of your class 3 or class 4 trailer hitch and ball mount, and are the ideal choice for most pickup trucks and SUVs (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component; i.e. the vehicle, hitch, trailer, etc).This particular 2" trailer ball offers a ball capacity of 6,000 lbs. It features a 1" shank diameter, a 2-1/8" shank length, 0" of rise and a stainless steel finish to protect against rust and scratches. With its fine-threaded shank, this 2" trailer ball also offers an added measure of holding strength and provides smooth installation and torqueing. To give you peace of mind while towing to that next destination, we also carefully test our trailer balls and ensure that each one meets U.S. VESC specifications.

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    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    518 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality of the tow hitch, mentioning it has a nice finish and good construction. They also say it's a long-lasting product. Opinions are mixed on the material.

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    74 customers mention71 positive3 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tow hitch. They mention that it has a nice finish, has good construction, and is long-lasting. Some say that the stainless steel hitch is solid and will last decades. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Oh and it's a great product...installed in under 5 minutes." Read more

    "Great product. Quality." Read more

    "...this on my Curt ball mount for several years now, and it's still in great shape...." Read more

    "Long lasting quality ball.Thanks" Read more

    36 customers mention15 positive21 negative

    Customers are mixed about the material of the tow hitch. Some mention that it does not rust, while others say that it is not stainless steel. The lock washer and nut are not stainless, and the attachment hardware is not. The ball has a thin stainless steel coating on a standard steel ball, and is clearly a zinc finish.

    "I wish the balls would stay shiny instead of getting surface rest that will come off with a little elbow grease. But only last for like 30-45 days.." Read more

    "...for a few months now and it's still in fantastic shape and absolutely zero rust on it. Rusty balls are the worst. Pick one of these up and enjoy." Read more

    "...Although not stainless steel, the nut and lock washer still look great...." Read more

    "I use it a lot and it may be discolored there's no rust. I'm using it with aluminum receiver and company says the two metals will not conflict." Read more

    Good quality, nice finish
    5 Stars
    Good quality, nice finish
    I've used one of these for a few years; it looks almost brand new, but I can't say that it actually saw that much water (I generally remove the ball mount when I'm not going to be using it for an extended period of time).Just got another one to pair with a different ball mount. As at least one other reviewer noted, the actual finish is much more polished than the manufacturer's photos would indicate. In fact, it's very similar in appearance to the latest polished aluminum ball mount (a Brophy EA20) that I've paired it with.Made in China.
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