Question:
Will this product work for the Class V 2.5inch hitch on my 2017 F250? Its a 4WD so I have typically used a good amount of drop when towing with a regular ball. What sort of tow height is typical for towing with the pintle hook? If is required, is there a product with at least 15K capacity that wont break the bank?
asked by: Adam
Expert Reply:
The Curt Pintle Hook for 2-1/2" Hitches - 20,000 lbs # C48010 will work for the Class V receiver but if you normally have a decent drop, you will want to still have a drop. The typical trailer coupler height of 17 inches from the ground to the bottom of the coupler is similar when using a lunette ring and a pintle hitch.
My recommendation for your application is the Buyers Products 3 Position Pintle Hook Mount for 2-1/2" Receiver - 20K # 337PM25812 along with the Buyers Products 15 Ton Pintle Hook # 337PH15 (30K). The combination will be maximized at the lesser capacity, so the max towing capacity would be 16,000 lbs or 20,000 lbs for these two combinations.
Buyers Products 15 Ton Pintle Hook
Buyers Products 3 Position Pintle Hook Mount for 2-1/2" Receiver - 20K
Curt Pintle Hook for 2-1/2" Hitches - 20,000 lbs
