How to Measure Your Ballmount and Trailer Ball?

Written by hitchweb Team on August 3rd, 2011 — 0 Comments

Ever go to a site and see a handful of trailer balls or ballmounts but have trouble knowing which one is right for you? Here's what you need to know if you ask yourself, how do I measure a ballmount or trailer ball that's right for me?

Trailer Hitch Ball:

The diagram below illustrates some key measurements for a trailer hitch ball:

 - Ball Diameter

 - Shank Length

 - Shank Diameter

 - Trailer Hitch Ball Load Rating

Find our trailer hitch balls here: http://www.hitchweb.com/category/TA-B-1-2/Trailer-Balls

Trailer Hitch Ballmount:

Just like a trailer hitch ball, a few things you need to know when measuring the ballmount that's right for you.

 - Rise

 - Length

 - Drop

Find our ballmounts here: www.hitchweb.com/category/TA-B-1-1/Ball-Mounts

How to measure a trailer ball and ballmount

Of course if there's any doubt or confusion, we're always available to help find what you're looking for.. Just call us at 800.300.4067

 

-hitchweb Team-

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