4" Drop Hitch 2" Receiver Ball Mount - 5,000 lb Max Load Trailer
Standard 2" receiver ball mount with a 4" drop, 5,000 lb gross trailer weight rating, 500 lb tongue weight rating, and 1" trailer ball shank fitment.
Overview
This R&P Carriages 4" drop hitch ball mount is designed for trailer towing setups using a standard 2" x 2" receiver tube. It is intended for use with trailer balls that use a 1" diameter shank and is rated for up to 5,000 lb gross trailer weight with a 500 lb tongue weight rating. Always confirm trailer coupler height, tow vehicle receiver height, ball shank size, and required towing capacity before ordering.
R&P Service Insight
Ball mount selection is about keeping the trailer level and staying within the rated towing limits of every component in the system.
- Drop Amount: This ball mount provides a 4" drop for leveling the trailer behind the tow vehicle.
- Receiver Size: Fits standard 2" x 2" receiver hitch openings.
- Ball Compatibility: Designed for trailer balls with a 1" shank.
R&P Knowledge Hub
Compatibility: For tow vehicles equipped with a standard 2" receiver hitch.
Vehicle / System Fit: General trailer towing ball mount for 2" receiver hitch applications.
Installation Notes: Hitch ball, hitch pin, clip, and receiver lock are not included unless shown or stated otherwise.
Performance Insight: Use only within the listed 5,000 lb gross trailer weight and 500 lb tongue weight ratings.
Brand & Fitment Note
Selling Brand: R&P Carriages trailer parts listing.
Application Reference: General trailer towing ball mount for 2" receiver hitch applications.
What This Means: This listing includes the ball mount only.
Before Ordering: Verify drop requirement, receiver size, trailer ball shank size, trailer weight, tongue weight, tow vehicle rating, receiver rating, hitch ball rating, and coupler rating before use.
R&P Towing Insight
A properly matched ball mount helps the trailer tow level, improves handling, and keeps tongue weight distributed more predictably. Replace any ball mount that shows cracks, heavy corrosion, wallowed pin holes, bent metal, or damage from overload.
- Check Receiver Fit: Confirm your hitch receiver opening is 2" x 2".
- Check Ball Shank: Confirm your trailer ball uses a 1" shank.
- Check Ratings: Do not exceed 5,000 lb gross trailer weight or 500 lb tongue weight.
Features
4" Drop Ball Mount
Provides a 4" drop to help level the trailer with the tow vehicle.
2" Receiver Fit
Designed for standard 2" x 2" receiver hitch openings.
5,000 lb Capacity
Rated for up to 5,000 lb gross trailer weight with a 500 lb tongue weight rating.
1" Ball Shank Hole
Fits trailer hitch balls that use a 1" diameter shank.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | LBM104 |
| Brand | R&P Carriages |
| Product Type | Drop hitch ball mount |
| Application | Trailer towing with compatible 2" receiver hitch applications |
| Material / Finish | Steel |
| Drop | 4" |
| Receiver Size | 2" x 2" |
| Gross Trailer Weight Rating | 5,000 lb max |
| Tongue Weight Rating | 500 lb max |
| Ball Shank Fit | Fits 1" ball shank |
| Listed Length | 3.5" |
Fitment / Application
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Vehicle / System | Tow vehicle with 2" receiver hitch |
| Primary Fit | General trailer towing applications requiring a 4" drop |
| Common Uses | Utility trailers, cargo trailers, small equipment trailers, and general towing setups within rated capacity |
| Notes | Confirm tow rating of vehicle, receiver, ball mount, hitch ball, coupler, and trailer before use. |
Detailed Measurements
| Key Dimension / Rating | Measurement / Detail |
|---|---|
| Drop | 4" |
| Listed Length | 3.5" |
| Receiver Tube Size | 2" x 2" |
| Ball Shank Opening | Fits 1" ball shank |
| Maximum Gross Trailer Weight | 5,000 lb / 2.5 ton |
| Maximum Tongue Weight | 500 lb |
Included Components
| Quantity | Item |
|---|---|
| 1 | 4" drop hitch 2" receiver ball mount |
