Brophy Heavy-Duty Forged Ball Mount – 25,000 lb Capacity – 2-1/2" Receiver
A heavy-duty forged steel ball mount for compatible 2-1/2" hitch receivers, offering a 2" drop or a 1" rise with a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 25,000 lb.
Key Measurements & Specs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number / SKU | EZ02 |
| Brand | C.R. Brophy |
| Product Type | Forged trailer hitch ball mount |
| Hitch Class | Class V |
| Receiver Size | 2-1/2" |
| Drop | 2" |
| Rise | 1" when inverted |
| Maximum GTW | 25,000 lb |
| Maximum Tongue Weight | 2,500 lb |
| Ball Hole Diameter | 1-1/4" |
| Pin Hole to Ball Hole | 9" center to center |
| Overall Length | 13" |
| Head Width | 3" |
| Construction | Forged steel |
| Finish | Black powder coat |
| Quantity Included | One ball mount |
Fitment / Application
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Receiver Application | Compatible 2-1/2" trailer hitch receiver |
| Mounting Position | 2" drop or 1" rise when inverted |
| Trailer Ball Fit | Requires a trailer ball with a compatible 1-1/4" diameter shank |
| Capacity Check | The towing system must be rated for the intended trailer and tongue weight |
| Important Note | Verify receiver size, required rise or drop, ball-shank diameter and complete towing-system ratings before ordering. |
Top Features
| Feature | Buyer Benefit |
|---|---|
| 25,000 lb Capacity | Built for demanding heavy-duty towing applications. |
| Reversible Design | Provides a 2" drop or a 1" rise from one ball mount. |
| Forged Steel Construction | Provides a strong, solid design for high-capacity towing. |
| Powder-Coated Finish | Black coating helps protect the steel during regular use. |
| 2-1/2" Shank | Fits compatible heavy-duty 2-1/2" hitch receivers without a reducer sleeve. |
Overview
The Brophy EZ02 is a heavy-duty forged steel ball mount made for compatible 2-1/2" hitch receivers. It carries a maximum gross trailer weight rating of 25,000 lb and a maximum tongue weight rating of 2,500 lb. Install it in the drop position for 2" of drop or invert it for 1" of rise. A black powder-coated finish completes this straightforward, extremely heavy-duty Class V towing component.
R&P Service Insight
A ball mount should be selected by receiver size, rise or drop, trailer-ball fit and the rating of the complete towing system—not by capacity alone.
- Receiver check: This ball mount is sized for a 2-1/2" receiver tube.
- Trailer-level check: Choose the 2" drop or 1" rise position that keeps the trailer level when loaded for travel.
- Ball check: Match the 1-1/4" ball hole with a properly rated trailer ball using the correct shank diameter.
- System rating: Never exceed the lowest-rated component in the hitch, ball mount, trailer ball, coupler or vehicle towing system.
R&P Knowledge Hub
Compatibility: The EZ02 is intended for compatible 2-1/2" hitch receivers and uses a trailer ball with a 1-1/4" diameter shank.
Rise and Drop: The ball mount provides a 2" drop in its standard orientation. When inverted, it provides a 1" rise.
Critical Measurement: The distance from the center of the receiver hitch-pin hole to the center of the trailer-ball hole is 9". The overall ball mount length is 13".
Performance Insight: A properly selected rise or drop helps the connected trailer sit level, supporting more predictable towing and appropriate load distribution between the trailer axles.
Brand & Fitment Note
Selling Brand: C.R. Brophy
Product Identification: This listing is for Brophy part number EZ02, a forged Class V ball mount for compatible 2-1/2" receivers.
Application Reference: Receiver dimensions and towing-system specifications determine compatibility. Vehicle make and model alone are not sufficient to confirm fit.
Before Ordering: Verify the receiver opening, desired rise or drop, hitch-pin position, ball-shank diameter and required weight capacity.
R&P Repair Insight
Before installing a heavy-duty ball mount, inspect the related towing components and confirm that the setup is correctly matched from the vehicle receiver through the trailer coupler.
- Inspect the receiver: Do not use a receiver showing cracks, deformation, severe corrosion or damaged hitch-pin holes.
- Confirm the ball: The trailer ball must have a compatible 1-1/4" shank and an appropriate rating for the intended load.
- Secure the connection: Use a correctly sized, properly rated hitch pin and retaining device for the receiver.
- Check the coupler: Match the trailer-ball diameter to the coupler and confirm that the coupler closes and locks correctly.
Features
Heavy-Duty Forged Steel
Solid forged steel construction supports the EZ02’s high-capacity Class V towing application.
25,000 lb Maximum GTW
Rated for up to 25,000 lb of gross trailer weight when used within the limits of the complete towing system.
2,500 lb Tongue Weight
Supports a maximum tongue weight of 2,500 lb without exceeding the rating of any related towing component.
Two Mounting Positions
Use the mount for a 2" drop or invert it to provide a 1" rise.
2-1/2" Receiver Fit
The full-size 2-1/2" shank is made for compatible heavy-duty hitch receivers.
Black Powder-Coated Finish
The black powder coating provides a clean appearance and helps protect the forged steel surface.
1-1/4" Ball Hole
Accepts a properly rated trailer ball with a compatible 1-1/4" diameter shank.
Compact Heavy-Duty Geometry
Measures 9" from the hitch-pin-hole center to the ball-hole center, with a 13" overall length and 3" head width.
Included Components
| Quantity | Item |
|---|---|
| 1 | Brophy EZ02 forged steel ball mount |
