BulletProof Hitches Extreme Duty 2.5" Receiver Shackle

The BulletProof Hitches Extreme Duty 2.5" Receiver Shackle is a recovery and towing anchor for any vehicle with a 2.5" receiver tube, built around a solid steel shank and a 1-1/4" Crosby shackle rated to 36,000 pounds. Four pin holes let the user position the shackle in horizontal or vertical orientation and in either extended or recessed depth to suit the bumper configuration.

A Rated Attachment Point Where You Need One

Attaching a recovery strap, tow rope, or chain to an unrated point risks failure at the worst possible moment. The BulletProof Extreme Duty Receiver Shackle puts a 36,000 lb rated connection point directly into the receiver tube, using the receiver itself as the structural anchor. That rating holds regardless of which of the four pin holes is used or which orientation the shackle is set to, so there is no guessing about whether a particular configuration reduces capacity.

Four Pin Holes, Two Orientations, One Consistent Rating

The four-position pin hole pattern lets the shackle run horizontal or vertical and sit extended or recessed relative to the bumper face. On vehicles with stock bumpers, the recessed positions allow more of the shank to sit inside the receiver tube opening. On vehicles with aftermarket bumpers, the additional pin hole provides an extra 1-1/2" of extension to clear the bumper face. The 36,000 lb rating does not change between positions.

What Comes in the Box

The BulletProof Extreme Duty Receiver Shackle ships as a complete, ready-to-install assembly. No additional hardware is needed to mount it in a 2.5" receiver tube.

Features

• 36,000 lb rating: consistent across all four pin hole positions and both orientations
• Solid steel shank: sized for 2.5" receiver tubes
• 1-1/4" Crosby shackle: industry-standard shackle at the working end
• Four pin holes: horizontal/vertical and extended/recessed positions
• Stock and aftermarket bumper compatible: extra pin hole adds 1-1/2" of extension for aftermarket bumpers
• Corrosion-resistant pin: 5/8" corrosion-resistant pin included

Specifications

California Proposition 65 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

The BulletProof Extreme Duty Receiver Shackle suits any vehicle with a 2.5" receiver tube that needs a rated, repositionable attachment point for recovery straps, tow ropes, or chains. The four-position design makes it practical for both stock and aftermarket bumper setups.

This shackle is not compatible with 1-1/4" or 2" receiver tubes; it requires a 2.5" receiver opening. It is not a tow ball mount or a weight-distributing hitch component.

Common Questions

Does the 36,000 lb rating change depending on which pin hole or orientation is used?

The BulletProof Extreme Duty 2.5" Receiver Shackle carries the same 36,000 lb rating in all four pin hole positions and in both horizontal and vertical orientations. The rating does not decrease based on configuration.

Will this shackle work with an aftermarket bumper?

Yes. The BulletProof Extreme Duty Receiver Shackle includes an additional pin hole that provides 1-1/2" of extra extension beyond the standard positions, allowing the shackle to clear the face of an aftermarket bumper. The 36,000 lb rating is unchanged in the extended position.

What hardware is included, and is anything else needed to install it?

The BulletProof Extreme Duty 2.5" Receiver Shackle ships with the solid steel shank, the 1-1/4" Crosby shackle, a 3/8" threaded pin, a 5/8" corrosion-resistant pin, and an R-clip. No additional hardware is required for installation in a 2.5" receiver tube.