TRI BALL MOUNT WITH HOOK 2IN SHANK

A tri ball mount with hook (2-inch shank) is a versatile towing accessory designed to connect a vehicle’s hitch receiver to different types of trailers while also providing a recovery or utility hook.

🔧 Key Components & Function

1. 2-inch shank

• The “shank” is the square steel bar that slides into a vehicle’s 2-inch hitch receiver (a very common hitch size).
• It is secured with a hitch pin and clip to keep it firmly attached to the vehicle.

2. Tri ball mount (triple hitch balls)

• This mount has three different trailer balls on a rotating or fixed head, typically sizes like:
  • 1-7/8 inch
  • 2 inch
  • 2-5/16 inch
• Function: allows you to tow different trailers without changing the hitch—just rotate or reposition the mount to match the trailer coupler size.

3. Integrated hook

• A heavy-duty hook (often a tow hook or pintle-style hook) is built into the mount.
• Function:
  • Can be used for recovery operations (e.g., pulling a stuck vehicle with a strap or chain)
  • Sometimes used for pintle-lunette trailers (common in agricultural or military applications)

⚙️ Overall Function

The tri ball mount with hook serves as a multi-purpose towing solution:

• Enables towing of multiple trailer types with different coupler sizes
• Eliminates the need to swap hitch balls
• Provides an extra utility hook for towing, recovery, or specialized trailer connections

🚗 Typical Use Cases

• Towing utility trailers, boat trailers, or campers
• Farm or construction equipment hauling
• Off-road recovery situations
• Fleet or work vehicles needing flexibility