Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall
part number: K2AVAL8422ELT

Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. Long-lasting actuator with internal clutch and wireless remote lets you raise or lower the 3-position blade from your cab.

Features:

• Hitch-mounted snowplow lets you clear paved and gravel parking lots and driveways with your vehicle
• Electric actuator raises and lowers plow smoothly and consistently
  • Wireless remote control lets you operate plow from the warmth of your cab
  • Internal clutch prevents damage caused by overextension of actuator
  • Simple, chain-lifting design has fewer moving parts than other plow-lifting devices for a longer-lasting system
• Adjustable, 3-position blade can be manually angled left, right, and straight ahead
• Strong rubber deflector on top of plow directs snow down and away from your windshield
• Hardened steel edge breaks up packed snow and ice
• Skid shoes let you adjust plow height to scrape over gravel and uneven surfaces
• Shock-absorbing springs let plow tip forward on impact to protect you and your vehicle
  • Can extend life of the plow if you hit an obstruction
• Blade stiffeners provide 2 additional points of contact between the plow and your hitch for a sturdy connection
• Red visibility markers help you see plow edges so you can steer away from obstacles
• Flip-down caster wheels allow you to roll the plow where you need it for mounting or storage
  • Wheel height is adjustable to match your vehicle height
• Plow handle with knob lets you easily move plow up and down during mounting
• Safety chain holds plow in raised position during travel
• Reinforced, all steel construction has black, rust- and UV-resistant powder coat finish
• ISO certified
• Simple installation
  • Slides into your vehicle's 2" front trailer hitch receiver

Specs:

• Application: 2" x 2" hitch receivers
  • Cannot be used with hitches or receiver adapters that have built-in drops
• Blade dimensions: 84" wide x 22" tall
• 3 Blade angles:
  • Left 45 degrees
  • Straight ahead
  • Right 45 degrees
• Distance from center of hitch pin hole to the front edge of plow: 50"
• Weight: 283 lbs
• 1-Year limited warranty

The Detail K2 Elite snowplow conveniently slides into your vehicle's front-mounted trailer hitch for fast, simple mounting. Easily raise and lower the plow from the comfort of your cab with the remote-controlled wireless actuator. The pivoting blade makes this plow ideal for rocky or uneven surfaces because it can adjust to the terrain.

Simple, Hitch-Mounted Installation

This hitch-mounted snowplow simply slides into your vehicle's front trailer hitch receiver, making it a breeze to install. A plow that attaches to custom-fit brackets ties you down to just 1 vehicle. But this hitch-mounted plow can be used on most trucks or SUVs with a 2" x 2" front-mounted hitch. As a result, this plow can be easily switched between multiple vehicles. And because it offers a nearly universal fit, you won't have to buy a new plow when you replace your old vehicle.

To install the Elite snowplow, just slide the shank of the plow assembly into your 2" trailer hitch receiver (sold separately). Then use a pin and clip or a hitch lock (sold separately) to secure the plow in the receiver.

The Elite snowplow comes with flip-down caster wheels that make the installation process even easier on you. Simply flip the wheels into position and you will be able to roll the plow into position for mounting or storage. The height of the wheels can also be adjusted to match the height of your vehicle.

How to Plow

Once the plow is mounted on your vehicle, lower the blade and set it to the desired angle. To set the angle, exit the vehicle and manually position the plow straight ahead, to the left, or to the right. Angling the blade allows you to push snow off to the side where you want it without having to change the angle of your entire vehicle. This is especially useful on a driveway or a private roadway where piling the snow straight ahead would create a barrier.

To begin plowing, just drive forward. When backing up to take another pass, be sure to lift the plow with the remote, then lower it again before moving forward. When approaching a large pile of snow, be sure to decrease your speed. Slamming into a pile of snow can void the warranty on the snowplow.

When you are finished, put your vehicle in park and lower the plow. Remove the plow from your vehicle after every use.

Smooth, Controlled Lifting with Electric Actuator

The electric actuator on this plow allows you to lift and lower the blade using either a toggle switch that installs in your cab or the included wireless remote control.

To raise the plow, use the switch or remote to activate the actuator. As the actuator moves along the internal screw, the arm on top of the actuator will pivot, raising the plow blade by pulling the chain that is attached to it. This simple, chain-lifting design has fewer moving parts than other plow-lifting devices, so the setup is less complicated and there are fewer parts to have to repair or replace.

This actuator lifts and lowers the snowplow blade smoother than an electric winch. In addition, fewer amps are required to run an actuator than to operate an electric winch, which means that the solenoid on the Detail K2 Elite will last twice as long as the solenoid on a plow that uses a winch. There is also a built-in clutch that prevents damage to the actuator if you try to raise the blade too high or drop it too low. The electric actuator is built to withstand extreme temperatures and wet conditions with its completely sealed gearbox and housing.

Detail K2 Features

The snowplow features skid shoes that allow you to adjust the height of your plow. This allows you to efficiently plow over surfaces that are uneven, such as gravel roads.

Blade stiffeners, or blade support brackets, reinforce the connection between the plow and your vehicle. They add 2 additional points of contact with your hitch on either side of the plow's T-frame. This prevents stress on the frame and on your vehicle, while also strengthening the performance of the plow.

Shock-absorbing springs allow the plow to dip forward in the event that you hit an obstruction. This flexibility protects you and your vehicle from impacts.

AVAL8422ELT Detail K2 Elite Hitch Mount Snow Plow - 84" Wide x 22" Tall Blade

Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"
part number: C31017

Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

Features:

• Front-mount hitch provides attachment point for hitch-mounted accessories
  • Winch, spare tire carrier, snowplow, cargo carrier and more
  • No more blindly backing trailer in - just hook it up and drive it forward
• Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
• Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
• Easy, bolt-on installation - no welding required
  • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
• Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
• Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
• Sturdy, square-tube design
• Assembled in the USA

Specs:

• Line pull: 9,000 lbs
• Vertical load: 350 lbs
• Gross trailer weight: 3,500 lbs
• Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
• Pin hole diameter: 5/8"
• Limited lifetime warranty

etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.

31017 Curt Front-Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver

Customer Reviews

Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall - K2AVAL8422ELT

Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" - C31017

Average Customer Rating:  4.6 out of 5 stars   (22 Customer Reviews)

Order: RelevanceNewestRating - High to LowRating - Low to High Hitch-mounted residential plow has shock-absorbing springs and a steel-edge blade to easily clear driveways and parking lots. Long-lasting actuator with internal clutch and wireless remote lets you raise or lower the 3-position blade from your cab. Easily attach a variety of accessories to the front of your vehicle with this fully welded, corrosion-resistant trailer hitch receiver. Perfect for winches, spare tire carriers and more.

by: Jon10/09/2022

For my 2005 Ram 2500 4WD. This product is well made and I am looking forward to using it for a winch that can go on the front or rear of my truck and may get carrying racks, etc. I believe the product I received was damaged in shipping. The span between the flanges that bolt to the sides of the truck frame was about an inch narrower than the distance to the outsides of the truck frame where the hitch fastens to the vehicle. One of the flanges was badly out of square. I widened the gap by placing the flange in a vise and pulling on the end of the hitch till it was closer to square. Then I used a large crescent wrench to tweak both sides till the dang thing would go on. Then I still had to use a pretty big hammer to wack it into place. Also, this installation was very difficult for me to do alone on the ground. A buddy and a lift would have made this much easier. The included fish wires were super effective and high quality; once the bolts are in place just thread the wire through the mounting holes in the hitch as you lift it into place. Went much easier than I expected. Instructions say use a hole saw, I used a step drill bit and that worked well, except for the small burns I got from hot chips raining down1445153

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by: Gary 12/20/2023

I simply love it, it does everything I need it to do.1704072

by: Kent04/07/2018

2007 Dodge Ram Pickup

The hitch is very well made and arrive in 2 days! Instructions were clear and easy to follow. Very satisfied with my purchase.493500

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by: Caleb 10/24/2021

Ram 2500

My particular model of vehicle (03 Dodge 2500 pickup) was a very easy install. I am very happy with the Curt Front Hitch. Now I can easily mount my winch, bicycle rack and a cargo hitch to the front of my truck.1186866

by: Stuart09/10/2022

Great hitch. Did take longer than expected to install but not a big problem. The hitch fits well on my truck.1401014

by: Darin03/10/2022

Dodge Ram Pickup

Quality product that is low profile and fits the truck nicely. On my '03 Dodge Ram 2500, I was able to retain my Banks Ram Air intake that mounts below it!1270926

by: Patsy M11/06/2019

Awsome product. We needed it to maneuver our trailer into a very tight space alongside our garage. It does the trick ever time.723082

by: Doug 02/02/2021

Great unit. Well made and fit nicely.
Only reason it did not get 5 stars is the instructions are a bit vague. Be prepared to spend some time drilling larger than expected holes to get the bolts in place.
Nice piece at a very fair price overall.950718

by: George06/19/2022

2004 Dodge Ram Pickup

Excellent customer service and consistent followup provided me with the perfect product and support. Thanks etrailer team.1314711

by: Dan A.02/15/2012

the hitch looked great but i ordered the wrong one and had to send it back31868

by: Jim12/27/2019

Seems like a quality product, however, did have to dill a few holes to make this work.734434

Victoria B.

12/30/2019

All front mount hitches for this generation Dodge Ram require some holes to be drilled in the frame for installation. Ive linked this hitchs installation instructions here for more information.

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by: Walter 11/03/2021

Good fit, not to bad of a install. Have to remove bumper.
Holds my winch very nicely.1194007

by: Dwane12/16/2020

2005 Dodge Ram Pickup

The hitch when on good i Haven't used it yet but looks like it will work good.923848

by: Joseph 12/09/2021

2006 Dodge Dakota

What a great package. All the bolts are in every hole so you don’t have to figure out where each one goes. Took a couple hours in the cold to assemble.1220747

by: Charles07/19/2020

best customer service on the planet, bar none.
only sell first rate products which assures highest value for my buck853393

by: Bill S10/25/2019

great , the best ever , have told my fishing buddys720428

by: Tk05/07/2022

2006 Dodge Ram Pickup

good looking product easy install 1295316

by: Williami10/12/2021

Excellent delivery time. Arrived undama ged1178026

by: Emiliano09/29/2022

1430684

by: Kelly 09/13/2022

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by: John 12/07/2022

1480323

by: Scott 05/14/2021

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• Which Front Hitch Receiver for 1997 Ram 2500 to Mount Detail K2 Avalanche Snow Plow
  
• You can use the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2" # 31604 on your 1997 Dodge Ram 2500 with Extended Cab and long bed, which would give you the front mounted hitch receiver you need to carry the Detail K2 Avalanche Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # K2AVAL8422ELT. Additionally, you would not need any type of drop adapter for this setup. You could also use the Detail K2 Avalanche Snowplow for 2" Hitches - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # K2AVAL8422, which
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• Recommended Snowplow for a 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
  
• I recommend using the Detail K2 Elite Snowplow # K2AVAL8422ELT on the front of your 2024 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. This will attach using a Front Receiver # C31086 so you will be able to easily remove and install the plow when needed. I prefer this plow as it uses an actuator which is better than a winch style since you do not have to worry about snow and ice collecting in the cable/strap.
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• Will A Leveling Kit Be Required To Use A DK2 Elite Snowplow
  
• The Detail K2 Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches # K2AVAL8422ELT doesn't require a leveling kit or list any specific heights that the front-mounted hitch needs to be at so you should be fine without one. That being said you are adding a considerable amount of tongue weight to the hitch so you could run into very little clearance between the ground and snow plow components. This plow has a shipping weight of 334lbs so you can expect it to be close to 330lbs once all the packaging is removed
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• Replacement Option For Bent 84" Snowplow
  
• We may have the replacement parts you are looking for, but I would need to know the brand and model of your current snow plow to confirm the correct parts. If there are not parts available, or if you would rather not deal with having to change them another option is to replace your current plow with a similar snowplow like the 84" wide x 22" tall Detail K2 Avalanche Elite Snowplow for 2" Hitches # K2AVAL8422ELT which can be angled 45 degrees to left and right or can be used straight
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• What Is the Required Receiver Height for the Detail K2 Avalanche Elite Snowplow
  
• The Detail K2 Avalanche Elite Snowplow part # K2AVAL8422ELT will work with a front mount trailer hitch that is between 9" to 18" from the ground to the bottom inside edge of the receiver tube according to Detail K2. The blade height is adjustable which is why there is such a large range. If your front mount trailer hitch is not within this range then your only option is to use a drop front mount trailer hitch. If you can let me know the year, make, and model of the vehicle I can see
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• Is there Any Drilling Required When Installing a Front Mount Trailer Hitch on a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500
  
• Yes. There is some drilling involved when installing the Curt Front Mount Receiver Hitch, # C31017. You will need to drill two holes on the underside of the frame. I have included a link to the installation instructions for this hitch below. The other available front mount hitch for your vehicle is the Draw-Tite Front Hitch, # 65046. It also requires drilling into the underside of the frame. I have included the instructions and an installation video for this hitch below.
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• Which Front Mount Receiver for 2007 Ram 3500 Will Not Require Bumper Fascia Trimming
  
• Your perception is correct. The Curt # C31017 would install so that the top of the receiver tube sits about 1.63 inches (about 1-5/8) below the underside of the frame member of the truck. This means that if your truck has the rubber or plastic fascia, you'll need to notch it. This hitch is NOT compatible with Laramie models. The same dimension for the Draw-Tite # 65046 is 4-1/2 inches, which should place the top of the receiver tube against the underside of the fascia under the bumper,
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• Front Mount Hitch For A 2006 Dodge Ram Pickup With Tow Hooks
  
• Per our customers at etrailer when installing The Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 they had to grind about 3 mm off of the tow hook brackets to get the hitch to fit properly. If you do not want to grind the brackets I recommend purchasing The Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65046 and will not require grinding of any kind, and will fit with your tow hooks. The Draw-Tite hitch has an easy, bolt-on installation with no welding required. It has a black
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• Can a Curt Front Hitch Replace a Draw Tite on a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500
  
• The hole dimensions between the two hitches are very similar but not exactly that same. The difference between where the holes would be drilled on either hitch will be different by .11 of an inch. I confirmed this with my contacts at both Curt and Draw Tite. From the center of the vertical bracket hole back to the center of the horizontal hole on the Curt measures 5.64 inches and on the Draw Tite it measures 5.75 inches. Basically it will work but you potentially will have to enlarge
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• Availability Of Replacement Mounting Hardware For Curt Front Mount Hitch C31017
  
• I sure can! For replacement mounting hardware for your Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 you will need the Replacement Hardware Kit # RHK. When on the product page of # RHK you will select Curt from the drop down menu and then for the hitch item number you will need to enter 31017. I included a video of the # RHK and a link to the written instructions of the # C31017 for you to take a look at.
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• Why Won't The Curt Front Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 Fit a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie?
  
• According to Curt their Front Receiver # C31017 will not fit due to a different bumper. I did see where one person said they were able to make it fit but had to do some grinding to make it fit. Because of this you would be best to go with the Draw-Tite # 65046 as it does not require any modification.
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• Front Trailer Hitch For 2006 Dodge Ram 2500
  
• The hitch you mentioned will not fit your 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 as it is for later model years as you said. There isn't a front hitch for your truck that mounts where the tow hooks are, the hitch will fit on the frame, and for that use the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017.
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• Does Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Sit Higher than Draw-Tite on a 2004 Dodge Ram 4x4
  
• Yes, that is correct. The Curt front mount hitch # C31017 for your 2004 Dodge Ram (2500/3500 excluding 3500 Laramie) sits about 2-7/8 inches higher than the Draw-Tite model # 65046.
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• Will CURT Front Mount Hitch # C31017 Fit a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4x4
  
• The CURT Front Mount Hitch, part # C31017, will fit the 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Mega Cab 4x4. You may have to trim the front air dam or the plastic fascia that is attached beneath the front bumper on your vehicle for installation of the CURT hitch. How much trimming will depend on which model and trim package is on your vehicle. The trimmed area will be hidden once the hitch is installed. Nothing different with the installation on a 4x4 or a 4x2 vehicle. I attached installation instructions
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• Will the Curt Front Hitch Work with Ranch Hand Legend Grille Guard on 2008 Ram 2500
  
• After looking at the installation instructions from the grille guard and comparing them to the instructions for the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 it appears as though they use the same mounting holes on the vehicle frame so they will not be compatible. I have attached the instructions for the Curt hitch for your reference.
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• Will Rage PowerSport Motorcycle Carrier Carry a 275 lb Bike on a Curt Front Hitch 2007 Dodge 2500
  
• You certainly would have enough capacity to carry a Rage PowerSport Motorcycle Carrier # AMC400 and a 275 lb motorcycle with the Curt Hitch # C31017 since the weight of those two items weigh 315 lbs and the hitch has the capacity of 350 lbs. You will still need to determine what your front axle capacity is and be sure not to exceed this figure also. The biggest problem you might have would be that the headlights would be blocked, as well as your turn signals. But you also have to consider
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• Distance from Top of Crosstube to Top of Side Bracket for the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch C31017
  
• I went out to the warehouse and found that the dimension you are asking for on the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # C31017 is about 1-5/8". Attached is a diagram for you to check out.
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• Replacement Mounting Hardware Recommendation for Curt Front Hitch for 2004 Dodge Ram 2500
  
• The Curt hitch you would have on your 2004 Dodge Ram 2500 would be the part # C31017. To order replacement hardware would require part # RHK. On the product page you would need to select Curt as the hitch manufacturer and then enter the part number of the hitch.
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• Curt Front Hitch that Fits 2005 Dodge Ram 1500
  
• Curt has a front hitch that fits your 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 with the part # 31320 but the part number you mentioned does not fit.
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• Total Drop of Curt Front Mounted Receiver # C31017
  
• I contacted my Curt Manufacturing rep, who tells me the total drop of their # C31017 is 4-1/4 inches. The drop is the distance from the top surface of the mounting flange that would sit flat against the underside of the frame members to the lowest point of the receiver tube. So, if you'd measure downward from the underside of your frame member by 4-1/4 inches, you'll have a very good idea of where the lowest point of the hitch would sit. I've edited a photo that shows this distance. Hitch
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• Does the Curt Front Hitch C31017 Fit a 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 w/ a Diesel Engine?
  
• Yes, it will so long as your 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 isn't the Laramie model. The Curt Front Hitch item # C31017 is custom fit and bolts to your Ram with included hardware. It fits both the diesel and gas models. If your truck is a Laramie you will need the Draw-Tite item # 65046.
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• Front Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500
  
• The recommended front hitch for your 2006 Dodge Ram 2500 is the Curt Hitch # C31017. It has never been tested with the Banks Super Scoop so it would be hard for me to say for certain. The best option I could recommend for you would be to check out the installation instructions I attached to the right and compare them to how the Super Scoop installs to see if they would be compatible.
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• Differences Between Curt C31017 and Draw-Tite 65046 on 2007 Dodge Ram Truck
  
• There's a few differences. • The Curt # C31017 is manufactured in the US, while the Draw-Tite # 65046 is manufactured in Mexico. • When installed, the Curt hitch will sit higher on the vehicle for more ground clearance. The underside of the receiver tube will sit even with the bottom of the fascia under the bumper. The fascia will need to be notched so the receiver can pass through it. Unless you're planning on carrying something very heavy on the front of the truck like
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• Will Installation of Curt C31017 Front Hitch Require Moving Tow Hooks
  
• I spoke with my contact at Curt and he said you do not have to remove the tow hooks on your 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 when you install Curt front mounted hitch # C31017. I have included a link to the installation instructions for this front mounted hitch for you to check out.
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• Where is Curt Front Mount Hitch # C31017 Manufactured
  
• The Curt Front Mount Hitch, part # C31017, for your 2007 Dodge Ram is made in the USA.
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