4-inch Drop Hitch
Weigh Safe Aluminum Adjustable Trailer Hitch
$304.00 – $484.00
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The Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch is a cutting-edge towing accessory featuring Weigh-Safe’s renowned tongue weight scale. By accurately measuring your trailer’s tongue weight, this hitch ensures a stable and secure towing experience. Safeguard against trailer sway and weight distribution issues by utilizing this indispensable tool.
Achieve the perfect towing setup with the 4-inch height adjustment capability, allowing you to match your vehicle and trailer combination effortlessly. The Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch empowers you to maintain optimal load balance and towing performance with ease.
Elevate your towing experience with the Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch, boasting an array of exceptional features:
- High-Grade Steel: Crafted from high-grade steel, this drop hitch exhibits unrivaled strength and durability, ensuring countless towing journeys.
- Includes Tow Ball and Clamshell Converter: Equipped with a tow ball and clamshell converter, the 4-inch drop hitch offers unparalleled versatility, accommodating various trailer coupler sizes and configurations.
- Easily Adjustable: Effortlessly adjust the hitch height to achieve the perfect level, guaranteeing optimal towing performance and safety.
- Sleek Design: The Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch combines substance with style and features a sleek design, adding a touch of elegance to your towing setup.
Take a closer look at the precise specifications of the Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch below.
| Specification | 4″ Drop Hitch |
| Built-in Scale | ✓ |
| Shaft | 2″, 2.5″, or 3″ |
| Ball | 2″ & 2-5/16″ Stainless Steel Balls Included |
| Max GTW |
7500 lbs: 1-7/8” ball 8000 lbs: 2” ball 12,500 lbs: 2-5/16” ball (2” shaft) 18,500 lbs: 2-5/16” ball (2.5” shaft) 21,000 lbs: 2-5/16″ ball (3″ shaft) |
| Max Tongue | 1,500 lbs (2″ Shaft), 2,200 lbs (2.5″ & 3″ Shafts) |
| V5 & J684 certified | ✓ |
| Drop Hitch Adjustment | 1″ increments |
| Weight | 16 lbs |
| Ball Material | Stainless steel |
| Pin | Dual pin key lock assembly included |
| Rise | All hitches may be used in rise position *Gain 1 inch (e.g., 4″ drops are 5″ rises) |
| Total Height | Add 3 inches (*e.g., 4″ drops measure 7″ from the top of the receiver to the hitch base) |
| Hitch Pin Hole | 5/8″ Diameter |
| Compatible with Clam Shell | ✓ |
| Stowable | ✓ |
- Maintenance: Keep your drop hitch in top-notch condition by regularly cleaning it with soap and water. Additionally, make use of secure dust locks to prevent debris buildup.
- The Science of Tongue Weight: The Weigh Safe Gauge offers an impressive +/- 1.25% accuracy range, providing reliable measurements for safe towing. Ensure accurate readings by positioning your truck and trailer on level ground.
- Achieving Optimal Hitch Height: Adjust the hitch height to ensure a level trailer position for even tire wear and enhanced towing safety.
Ready to elevate your towing experience to new heights? Contact us to learn more about our top-notch towing solutions and confidently start towing when you embrace the power of the Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch today!
What’s in the Box
Prepare for worry-free towing adventures with the Weigh Safe 4-inch Drop Hitch, which comes equipped with the following essentials:
- Drawbar
- 2″ Ball
- Ball Retaining Pin
- Dust Lock Cover
- Slider with Gauge
- 2-5/16″ Ball
- Lock Plate Key Assembly
Built-in Tongue Weigh Scale
The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is the one and only trailer hitch with a built-in scale that signals you to adjust your load before you hit the road, resulting in a much safer and enjoyable towing experience. Before this ball mount, gauging your trailer’s tongue weight was a hassle. You had to rely on inefficient bathroom scales, make a trip to the weigh station, or purchase a separate tongue weight scale. But with the Weigh Safe’s built-in scale, measuring your tongue weight is as easy as coupling your trailer to your ball mount. After verifying that your drop hitch receiver is the correct height, simply hook-up your trailer to the Weigh Safe ball mount just as you would any other ball mount. The weight of your trailer will push down on the hitch ball, which in turn pushes down on an internal hydraulic piston that sits on a bed of oil. When the piston drops into the oil, the pressure reading is sent out to the scale.
How it Works
What is Tongue Weight and Why is it Important
Tongue weight (TW) refers to the weight that the fully loaded trailer exerts downward on the hitch ball of the tow vehicle. Tongue weight is typically 10 percent – and should not exceed 15 percent – of your gross trailer weight. For example, a 10,000-lb trailer should have a tongue weight between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs. You can adjust the tongue weight of your trailer by removing or adding cargo or redistributing the load on the trailer. The tongue weight should not exceed the capacity of your tow vehicle, your hitch, or any of your towing components.
Simply put, too little tongue weight can cause trailer sway, and too much tongue weight can cause the tow vehicle to perform poorly. You may have difficulty steering, gaining traction, or braking when driving a setup that has too much weight pushing down on the rear of the vehicle. Ultimately, towing with an improper tongue weight can cause you to lose control of your vehicle or cause your trailer to separate from the vehicle.
