Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 3" Channel - Trailer Side
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Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 3" Channel - Trailer Side
Part Number: 336TS508
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Lock N Roll Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - 336TS508
- 3 Inch Channel
- Off Road Coupler
- 11000 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- Lock N Roll
- Latch Plates
Ideal for the rigors of off-road towing or overlanding, this fully articulating straight-tongue coupler pairs with a vehicle-side Lock N Roll hitch (sold separately) to form an extra-strong connection that is safe and secure, no matter the terrain.
Features:
- Channel-tongue coupler links with Lock 'N' Roll vehicle-side hitch (sold separately) to hook up your trailer to your tow vehicle
- Bolts or welds onto your trailer tongue
- Provides attachment point for vehicle-side hitch
- More secure connection than with a traditional hitch ball
- Outer tabs on trailer-side coupler interlock with vehicle-side hitch to form strong connection
- No more worries about coupler popping off of ball
- Articulating design softens road shock and is great for off-roading
- Head unit pivots side to side
- Full articulation when paired with vehicle-end hitch - setup pivots up and down and rotates 360 degrees
- Tight, interlocked connection creates smoother, quieter ride than pintle hitch
- Close-fit connection reduces rattling noise and jerking motion
- Fast, easy hookup and disconnect
- Wide range of motion makes it easy to connect, even at an angle
- Steel alloy construction is strong and durable
- Black paint finish resists corrosion
- Meets SAE J684 towing safety regulations
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 11,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 1,100 lbs
- Channel width: 3"
- Bolt hole dimensions:
- Center to center: 3"
- Diameter: 1/2"
- Limited lifetime warranty
This coupler combines with a Lock 'N' Roll vehicle-end hitch (sold separately) to create a safe, secure, fully articulating connection that's great for towing whether you're on the road or off-road. It's more secure than a traditional ball coupler, and it's more comfortable and quieter than a pintle setup. The Lock 'N' Roll connects quickly and easily, and can adapt to any towing conditions.
Strong, Safe Connection
When using a traditional ball coupler, it can be hard to tell if the coupler is fully latched around the ball. You can head out assuming the connection is secure, only to have the trailer pop off of the ball and disconnect while you're towing. With the Lock 'N' Roll, that won't happen.
This unique coupler is designed to interlock with a matching vehicle-side hitch to form a tight, secure connection. Unlike on a ball coupler, the latching components on the Lock 'N' Roll system are easy to see, so you can tell at a glance if the connection is secure.
Once secure, the Lock 'N' Roll setup offers a wide range of motion, which makes for a smooth ride. Because of the articulating action of the combined coupler and hitch, the Lock 'N' Roll connection can handle the harsh bumps and road shock that could otherwise stress and potentially damage a ball coupler.
The Lock 'N' Roll connection also makes your trailer less vulnerable to theft. Unlike a traditional ball coupler, which is compatible with any hitch ball of a matching size, the trailer-side Lock 'N' Roll coupler can only connect to a vehicle-side Lock 'N' Roll hitch. So your trailer cannot be towed away unless it's connected to a vehicle with a Lock 'N' Roll hitch installed.
With the Lock 'N' Roll, you can have peace of mind knowing your connection will not come apart or succumb to damage caused by road shock, nor will your trailer be vulnerable to theft.
Comfortable Off-Road Towing
The pintle hitch connection is the most common setup when towing off road because of the flexibility in the connection. But that flexible connection can also result in a lot of slop. This can cause uncomfortable jerking as well as rattle and noise. In addition, when using a pintle/lunette ring setup, it can be difficult to back up your vehicle and trailer without jackknifing. And it can be hard to disconnect at certain angles, which may be a necessity when overlanding.
The Lock 'N' Roll assembly, on the other hand, offers a close-fit, slop-free connection that's designed for off-roading. This close-fitting design provides a smoother ride than a pintle/lunette ring connection with less rattle. It also makes it easy to back your vehicle and trailer up without jackknifing.
With the trailer end and vehicle end combined, the Lock 'N' Roll setup also creates a fully articulating connection that's great for off-roading. The bearing that's built into the vehicle-end hitch allows for 360 degrees of rotation, which means that your trailer could actually roll all the way over and not take your vehicle with it. The connection also pivots side to side and up and down, making it easy to take rough trails without jarring your setup. This also allows for fast and easy disconnection, even at extreme angles.
How Lock 'N' Roll Works
Each Lock 'N' Roll setup requires 2 parts - a trailer end and a vehicle end. Together they create a strong, secure connection. To connect, just line up the trailer end and vehicle end together and place the outer metal tabs of the trailer-end coupler into the hooks on the vehicle-end hitch. Then fold the latching plates on the vehicle-end hitch down and secure them in place over the tabs using the pin and clip included with your vehicle-side hitch. With the latching plates secured, the Lock 'N' Roll assembly will stay firmly connected.
When the trailer-side coupler and vehicle-side hitch are secured together, they form an articulating assembly with 3 axes of directional motion. The uniquely designed bearing on the vehicle-side hitch allows the connection to rotate a full 360 degrees. The trailer-side coupler's hinge allows the connection to pivot to the left and to the right. And when the 2 sides are joined, the tabs will roll inside of the hooks so that the entire assembly can tilt up and down.
Towing with the Lock 'N' Roll is easy, and it gives you a connection that's both flexible and secure.
Get Maximum Security Locking Pins
Get extra security for your trailer. InfiniteRule makes hitch pin locks (IR59FR - sold separately) specifically for this Lock 'N' Roll articulating hitch. You'll get two stainless steel locks: one with a 1/2" diameter pin, and one with a 5/8" diameter pin. These will replace the standard pins and clips on the driver-side and trailer-side of your coupler.
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Customer Reviews
Lock N Roll Articulating Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - 3" Channel - Trailer Side - 336TS508
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (20 Customer Reviews)
Ideal for the rigors of off-road towing or overlanding, this fully articulating straight-tongue coupler pairs with a vehicle-side Lock N Roll hitch (sold separately) to form an extra-strong connection that is safe and secure, no matter the terrain.by: Chris 08/25/2024
Bolted right on the trailer. Clever design and super heavy duty. This is one thing you wont have to worry about breaking
by: Brad 06/21/2024
If you're building a trailer to follow you anywhere offroad (or on the road), these hitches are GREAT!
by: Steve 07/14/2024
I have this hitch on two trailers and they work great.
by: Steve06/04/2020
I found some fairly specialty parts for my overland trailer. Matt located them, added them to an order I had just placed, and it all showed up in a few days. I found parts to replace the pintle hitch with a swivel hitch for the trailer and truck, new brakes that kept the parking brake feature, and hubs to use the same wheels I had on the trailer. When they showed up I checked to see if everything was correct and it was. Great experience!
by: Brad N12/30/2019
I made the little camper trailer in the attached picture, and went with the Lock N Roll from the start. We've hauled it (off-road) everywhere from the San Juans in the Colorado Rockies to the Ozarks in Arkansas, the beaches of Padre Island National Seashore and the deserts of Big Bend without ever having to worry about the connection between the Jeep and the trailer. I love this hitch! We have them on 4 trailers now...all of which are pulled off-road in some pretty rough places and they perform exactly as described. No banging/clanging like a pintle, no binding, no problems at all.
by: David06/12/2023
This item was not included in the original shipment. Upon discovering this I contacted etrailer and was told that it would be looked at. I was then told that it would ship.
Three days later I called as I had not heard back regarding the new shipping info. It had not yet shipped and would "go out today". At the end of the day I receive a call stating that it won't go out, etrailer would do me a favor by paying for 3 day shipping, however, I leave, hopefully, with the trailer on that day and asked for 2 day. I would have to pay for this despite the mistake being with etrailer.
I've had great service from etrailer but am not going to pay for extra shipping due to a mistake by the company. Honor your commitment.
Not particularly pleased and do hope that this will be squared away so the trip isn't delayed (I ordered the parts with ample time for delivery so did not do this in a rush).
by: Ken H05/09/2020
This hitch has been best. Works on the trail and on the road. The best thing is it will never come off out on the trail because of the positive locking device. Just make sure you have an extra lock pin. It is a special size and a standard pin wont fit. Great choice and worth every penny.
by: Joe09/23/2020
I always receive great customer service whenever I call etrailer. The hold time can be 5-15 minutes but the knowledge on the other end of the phone is worth waiting for. The lock n roll coupler is a proven and necessary piece of equipment if you are planning on taking your off-road trailer off the beaten path like I am.
by: Lreoy07/25/2022
I do LOVE both items there heavy duty, and will work for my needs for offering. The o only thing is it didn't come with the ( bolts ) to mount the 3in channel. Thank you for what I did get in a very good timely manner.
by: David 08/01/2022
Arrived quick and as advertised. Have not used it yet. Going to order the vehicle side hitch next.
by: Matthew 09/26/2022
Very secure. Easy to install.
by: Randall 06/24/2022
This is a very robust hitch.
Well made and should perform well.
by: Daniel06/20/2022
sturdy
by: Mathew 07/30/2024
by: Carlos 05/19/2021
by: William 09/09/2021
by: James 04/11/2021
by: Trevis09/13/2021
by: Jean-Philippe11/04/2022
by: Javier 07/24/2022
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