BulletProof Hitches 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank

The BulletProof Hitches 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank is a solid steel receiver shank rated to 22,000 lbs trailer weight and 3,000 lbs tongue weight, designed to connect a weight distribution head to a standard receiver tube in either the drop or rise position. One corrosion-resistant pin and R-clip are included to secure the shank in the receiver. This is the shank only; no weight distribution head is included.

Seven Ride Heights for Level Towing

The 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank offers seven adjustable ride heights, made possible by 3/4-inch holes spaced 1-1/4 inches on center along a 2-inch-wide vertical shank. That close hole spacing gives the buyer meaningful control over where the weight distribution head sits, making it easier to achieve a level tow after a suspension lift, larger tires, or a change in trailer tongue height. The shank works in the drop position for lowered hitch balls or in the rise position when the trailer coupler sits higher than the receiver.

Broad Compatibility with Weight Distribution Systems

The 3-inch shank diameter and standard hole geometry allow this shank to connect with nearly any weight distribution head on the market, so buyers are not locked into a single brand's ecosystem. For trucks and SUVs modified with a suspension lift or larger tires, where a stock shank may no longer provide enough drop, this shank's extended length and multi-position design restore the geometry needed for safe, level towing.

Features

• Solid steel construction: 3-inch shank built for high-load towing applications
• High weight ratings: 22,000 lbs trailer weight, 3,000 lbs tongue weight
• Seven ride heights: 3/4-inch holes on 1-1/4-inch centers along a 2-inch-wide vertical shank
• Drop or rise use: installs in either orientation to suit the application
• Includes hardware: one corrosion-resistant pin and R-clip for receiver installation

Specifications

WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth anomalies, or other reproductive harm.

Who This Is For and Isn't

This shank suits tow-vehicle owners who run a weight distribution system and need a 3-inch shank, particularly those who have lifted their suspension or run larger tires and require more drop or rise than a stock shank provides. The seven hole positions make it practical for a wide range of trailer coupler heights.

This shank does not include a weight distribution head; a compatible WD head must be sourced separately. The BulletProof Locking Pin is not compatible with this shank. The included standard pin and clip are the correct fasteners for this application.

Common Questions

Does this shank work with any weight distribution head?

The BulletProof Hitches 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank is designed to connect with nearly any weight distribution head. The 3/4-inch holes on 1-1/4-inch centers are a common geometry across major WD head brands, giving buyers flexibility in head selection.

Can the shank be used in the rise position as well as the drop position?

Yes. The 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank can be installed in either the drop or the rise position, depending on the height relationship between the tow vehicle's receiver and the trailer coupler.

What hardware is included, and is a locking pin available?

The shank ships with one corrosion-resistant pin and an R-clip to secure it in the receiver tube. Note that the BulletProof Locking Pin is not compatible with this shank; the included standard pin and clip are the correct fasteners for this application.

Is a weight distribution head included?

No. The BulletProof Hitches 3-Inch Weight Distribution Shank is the shank only. A weight distribution head is not included and must be purchased separately to complete the system.