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Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball - 4" Drop - 2" Rise - 7,500 lbs
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Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball - 4" Drop - 2" Rise - 7,500 lbs

Part Number: C45056
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Towing starter kit includes 8-1/4" long, powder coated ball mount; 2" diameter, chrome-plated, pre-torqued hitch ball; and pin and clip. Slides into 2" square trailer hitches. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch ball mount from CURT. Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball - 4" Drop - 2" Rise - 7,500 lbs part number C45056 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch Ball Mount - C45056

  • Fixed Ball Mount
  • Fits 2 Inch Hitch
  • Drop - 4 Inch
  • Rise - 2 Inch
  • 2 Inch Ball
  • One Ball
  • 7500 lbs GTW
  • Class III
  • Pre-Torqued
  • CURT
  • Steel Shank - Gloss Black
  • Steel Ball

Towing starter kit includes 8-1/4" long, powder coated ball mount; 2" diameter, chrome-plated, pre-torqued hitch ball; and pin and clip. Slides into 2" square trailer hitches.


Features:

  • Starter kit has everything you need to tow, minus the hitch
  • Ball mount provides drop or rise to fit your application
  • Hitch ball comes torqued to factory specifications
    • Chrome plating resists corrosion
  • Black powder coat finish on ball mount for superior rust protection
  • Pin and clip included - hitch lock sold separately
  • Assembled in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: 2" x 2" trailer hitch receiver
  • Gross towing weight: 7,500 lbs
  • Tongue weight: 750 lbs
  • Ball mount length: 8-1/4" from center of hitch pin hole to center of ball hole
  • Rise: 2" from top of inside of hitch opening
  • Drop: 4" from top of inside of hitch opening
  • Ball size: 2"
    • Shank diameter: 1"
  • Warranty:
    • Limited lifetime for ball mount
    • 1-Year limited for ball


How to Measure Drop on Standard Ball Mount

45056 Curt Loaded Ball Mount - Quick-Loading 2" Square Ball Mount with 2" Chrome Hitch Ball - 4" Drop - 2" Rise





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Customer Reviews

Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball - 4" Drop - 2" Rise - 7,500 lbs - C45056

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (3925 Customer Reviews)

Towing starter kit includes 8-1/4" long, powder coated ball mount; 2" diameter, chrome-plated, pre-torqued hitch ball; and pin and clip. Slides into 2" square trailer hitches.

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My order was missing installation parts, but the etrailer team were quick to correct the issue.

Even without a lift, I was able to install the receiver and brake light cable quickly, thanks to their extensive video libray.



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Installation instructions came with the hitch and were clear and easy to figure out. Easy installation, the wiring harness had vehicle specific instructions as well and was easy to install, and everything worked as designed when I tested it. I will buy from eTrailer again!



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Well made, strong, and nicely painted. I'm using it on my 1994 Isuzu Trooper with OME coilsprings, which gives it a 1.5-inch lift. Center of ball height is 17.5 inches from the ground.



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Quality hitch and convenient coming with the ball and hitch pin.



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I got a truck bed extender with the help of William S. He was very helpful and the device has been perfect for moving my kayaks.



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It has performed well and is easy to set and remove. Thanks!



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Quick and easy to install definitely seems like a good quality product



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2024 CRV.
Pretty straightforward install.
The fish wires in the kit are a fantastic solution to holding the bolts.
Thanks!



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I cannot emphasize enough how kind and thorough etrailer's customer experience team is. I originally (incorrectly) place an order for trailer parts that did not fit together, and etrailer took the time to review my order, identify the issue, call and email me to let me know, and place the correct order while over the phone. I am not an expert on any of these items so it is so unbelievably appreciated that they cared enough to check to see if I meant to order what I did. The delivery then arrive a day earlier than expected. What more could you possibly want from a customer service team? Thank you so much, etrailer!



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Basic hitch. Great quality for the pric e.



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Etrailer is simply the best place for all your towing needs.
Excellent product, knowledgeable towing professionals, very prompt delivery. Nothing better than etrailer!!



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Needed to reverse the ball. Had it retorqued at Honda dealership, since it required 250 ft lb, not a common DIY tool.



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It fit perfect



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Just installed my hitch kit on a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. Everything went good and I did not even need to take the muffler off the rubber mounts.



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Good hitch ball. Rated 3 because I thought I ordered a straight one and not a drop. Swapped it for a straight hitch my father had in his truck. He said this one was good.



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As described.



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Bought this because my 2" drop hitch was too high. Works perfect and has the ball installed which is a nice plus. Super fast shipping. No complaints.

Ryan N.

4/14/2020

A year in and the hitch is still working great



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Good price



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Well made and exactly what I was looking for. Needed a 4" drop on the ball.
All set just slipped in hitch receiver and pined

Joe

4/6/2018

Just right height and working well



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Great service and prices



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Hitch pin and clip missing from order. Shipping box broken and brake controller box damaged. Brake controller appears to be ok but I won’t know for sure until I have time to install it.

Etrailer Expert

Sierra K.

11/2/2021

Customer Service will reach out to you.



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Fast delivery. Great service.



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This ball mount is built like I have never experienced in the past I would highly recommend this product to everyone who want a super built ball mount.



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Got a new rig so I needed a 4'' drop instead of my 2'' drop ball mount. Great product but even a better transaction. Very fast shipping and packaging was safe and secure. This was shipped with 2 trailer tires. When the shipment came everything was in one package. This made me worry that shoddy packaging would have enabled the ball mount to bounce around and damage the tires or wheels. Not even close. The safe, secure, and attention to detail to the packaging was top notch. Would not hesitate to order again from etrailer.com



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I was disappointed in this Curt-It was just oversized enough to keep it from slipping into my 2-inch hitch-it wasn't the paint-just wouldn't fit-to be fair it may have been the new extension used as it was a mess. I am giving it 5 stars because I think it is a fluke of some kind. The welds on this lets you know it is a quality product.


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    Hey Darrell, thanks for reaching out. The amount of rise or drop for the ball mount will depend on two things. The height of the hitch on your truck, and the height of the coupler on your trailer. We want the trailer to be level when you are towing, or as close to level as possible. What you can do is park your truck on level ground, and measure from the upper inside edge of your hitch receiver to the ground. Then you can, with the trailer leveled, measure from the center of the ball...
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    Yes, the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98848 does fit your 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid. This hitch has a maximum towing capacity of 3,500lbs, and a maximum tongue weight of 525lbs. If you need a ball mount for your 2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid, I recommend the Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball # C45056. This kit comes with a 2" ball, a hitch pin and clip, and a ball mount with 2"of drop and 4" of rise.
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  • Ball Mount for Trailer that Sits 4-1/2 Inches Under Hitch
    Your best solution is going to be getting a ball mount with a 4 inch drop like # C45056. Unfortunately, we don't have one with a 4-1/2 inch and all of them with a 5 inch drop will not fit a Class III trailer hitch receiver. In reality the 1/2 inch of difference you'll have won't make a large impact. You just want the trailer to be as level as you can get it.
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  • Recommended Ball Mount for a 2021 Chevy Tahoe
    For your 2021 Chevy Tahoe, I recommend the Curt Class III Ball Mount with 2" Ball item # C45056. This ball mount has a 4" drop, a 2" rise and a 7,500 lbs capacity. I have linked a review video below that will go over the functions of this ball mount. I also recommend purchasing the etrailer Hitch Receiver Lock item # e98881. This locking hitch pin will secure your ball mount from theft.
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