{"product_id":"actuator-2-5-16-12-5k-drum-mdl-10-bolt-on-primed-9050181","title":"12.5K Trailer Surge Brake Actuator - Dexter Model 10 Bolt-On for Drum Brakes (9050181)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.rp-wrap { max-width:950px; margin:0 auto; }\n\n.rp-panel {\n  background:#ffffff;\n  border-radius:20px;\n  padding:30px;\n  box-shadow:0 14px 45px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n}\n\n.rp-center { text-align:center; }\n.rp-soft { color:#666; }\n\n\/* CARD SYSTEM *\/\n.rp-card {\n  background:#ffffff;\n  border-radius:16px;\n  padding:22px;\n  box-shadow:0 8px 22px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);\n  transition:all .28s ease;\n  margin-bottom:22px;\n}\n\n.rp-card:hover {\n  transform:translateY(-5px);\n  box-shadow:0 18px 40px rgba(0,0,0,0.15);\n}\n\n\/* FEATURE GRID *\/\n.rp-grid {\n  display:grid;\n  grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;\n  gap:16px;\n}\n\n.rp-feature {\n  background:#fafafa;\n  border-radius:14px;\n  padding:16px;\n  border:1px solid #e4e4e4;\n  transition:all .25s ease;\n}\n\n.rp-feature:hover {\n  background:#ffffff;\n  box-shadow:0 14px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.14);\n  transform:translateY(-3px);\n}\n\n\/* TABLE *\/\n.rp-table {\n  width:100%;\n  border-collapse:collapse;\n}\n\n.rp-table td {\n  padding:10px;\n  border:1px solid #ddd;\n}\n\n.rp-table tr:nth-child(even) td {\n  background:#f7f7f7;\n}\n\n\/* KNOWLEDGE HUB *\/\n.rp-hub {\n  background:#fff4d6;\n  border-left:6px solid #f0a500;\n  padding:20px;\n  border-radius:12px;\n  transition:all .25s ease;\n  margin:26px 0;\n}\n\n.rp-hub:hover {\n  box-shadow:0 14px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.14);\n}\n\n\/* BUTTON *\/\n.rp-btn {\n  display:inline-block;\n  padding:12px 18px;\n  background:#000;\n  color:#fff;\n  text-decoration:none;\n  border-radius:10px;\n  font-weight:600;\n  transition:all .25s ease;\n}\n\n.rp-btn:hover {\n  transform:translateY(-2px);\n  box-shadow:0 10px 20px rgba(0,0,0,0.25);\n  background:#222;\n}\n\n\/* MOBILE *\/\n@media (max-width:700px){\n  .rp-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; }\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Helvetica Neue, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; background: #f1f1f1; padding: 30px 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-panel\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- LOGO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/LOGO-FINALx200.png?v=1763669885\" style=\"max-width: 200px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- TITLE --\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"rp-center\" style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eDexter Model 10 Hydraulic Drum Brake Actuator – 3\" Adjustable Channel – 12,500 lb – Primed\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c!-- PART --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-center rp-soft\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePart Number: \u003cstrong\u003e9050181\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete surge brake actuator solution for trailers using hydraulic drum brakes. The Dexter Model 10 mounts to a standard 3\" adjustable channel, allowing flexible coupler setups and proper trailer height alignment across a wide range of towing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- KNOWLEDGE HUB --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-hub\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin-top: 0;\"\u003eR\u0026amp;P Knowledge Hub\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurge braking works by using the forward motion of the trailer during deceleration. As the trailer pushes into the actuator, hydraulic pressure is generated and sent to the drum brakes—no brake controller or electrical signal required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis actuator mounts to a standard 3\" adjustable channel system. This is the most common mounting method on trailers and allows vertical positioning of the coupler for proper level towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with ball couplers (2\" and 2-5\/16\") and lunette\/pintle eye setups when installed in a 3\" channel. Always verify channel spacing and mounting hole alignment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURES --\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"rp-center\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-grid\" style=\"margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003eDexter Model 10 surge actuator for hydraulic drum brake systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003e3\" adjustable channel mount for flexible trailer setup\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003eSupports ball coupler and pintle\/lunette configurations\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-feature\"\u003ePrimed steel housing ready for paint or corrosion protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SPECIFICATIONS --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rp-table\" style=\"margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDexter Model 10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrake Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydraulic drum surge braking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCapacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12,500 lb trailer rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\" adjustable channel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimed steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9050181\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- INCLUDED --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded Components\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"rp-table\" style=\"margin-bottom: 26px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDexter Model 10 actuator with channel mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- LESSON PLAN --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow This System Works (Before You Buy)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis actuator replaces or installs at the front of a trailer tongue and connects directly to your hydraulic brake line system. When your tow vehicle slows down, the trailer compresses into the actuator, which then pushes hydraulic fluid through the brake lines to engage the drum brakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis system is commonly used where simplicity and reliability are required, especially in environments where electric brake systems may not be ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Fits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis actuator fits trailers equipped with a standard 3\" adjustable channel. This includes most modern adjustable-height coupler systems used on utility, equipment, and commercial trailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the channel system is universal, this actuator works with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" ball coupler setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-5\/16\" ball coupler setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLunette ring \/ pintle hook systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You Must Verify\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour trailer uses hydraulic drum brakes (not electric)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour tongue has a standard 3\" channel mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole spacing matches your channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour brake lines and drums are in working condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSystem Requirements \u0026amp; Exclusions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for hydraulic drum brake systems only (not electric brake setups)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrake lines, drums, and hydraulic fluid are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupler installs separately within the 3\" adjustable channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTow-Ready Checklist\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic brake system installed and bled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActuator mounted securely to channel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoupler properly installed and torqued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrailer sits level when connected to tow vehicle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest braking response before road use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways verify compatibility and perform a full brake system check before towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- CTA --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rp-center\" style=\"margin-top: 24px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/needatrailerpart.com\/search?q=brake+actuator\" class=\"rp-btn\"\u003e Shop Brake Actuators \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FOOTER (SHOPIFY CORRECT IMAGE) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center; margin: 30px 0 0 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/Baseball_AdvertisingRP-sign_1.jpg?v=1771533480\" alt=\"R \u0026amp; P Carriages\" style=\"max-width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Need a Trailer Part","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50749176906014,"sku":"9050181","price":459.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/9050181-03_ee41dc6d-c853-4a82-b253-3fa4f7dac3bd.jpg?v=1774978261","url":"https:\/\/needatrailerpart.com\/products\/actuator-2-5-16-12-5k-drum-mdl-10-bolt-on-primed-9050181","provider":"Need a Trailer Part","version":"1.0","type":"link"}