BulletProof Hitches Heavy Duty 3.0" Shank 8" Drop Rise Tow Hitch

The BulletProof Hitches Heavy Duty 3.0" Shank 8" Drop/Rise Tow Hitch is a Class 5 adjustable ball mount rated for 22,000 lb gross towing weight and 3,000 lb tongue weight, built for trucks and tow vehicles equipped with a 3.0" receiver tube. Five selectable ride heights let the same hitch serve a range of trailer coupler heights without swapping hardware, and the included dual-ball head accepts both 2" and 2-5/16" couplers.

Five Ride Heights, One Hitch

Adjustable ride height means a single hitch can level a gooseneck one weekend and a bumper-pull the next without buying a second ball mount. The BulletProof 3.0" Heavy Duty hitch offers five distinct height positions, so the ball sits at the right height for the trailer rather than forcing a compromise. That flexibility matters when a tow vehicle is lifted or lowered, or when a fleet shares one hitch across multiple trailers.

Dual-Ball Head Included

The hitch ships with a dual-ball head carrying both a 2" and a 2-5/16" ball, along with two corrosion-resistant pins and R-clips to lock the head in place. Both ball sizes are on one removable head, so the correct size is already there and the pins secure it without tools.

SAE-J684 Tested at Class 5 Ratings

The hitch exceeds SAE-J684 testing requirements, the industry standard for trailer hitch assemblies covering strength, fatigue, and corrosion resistance. At a 22,000 lb towing capacity and 3,000 lb tongue weight rating, it covers Class 5 applications including heavy fifth-wheel and gooseneck setups where a Class 3 or 4 mount would be undersized. BulletProof Hitches accessories are compatible with this shank.

Features

• Class 5 Towing Capacity: rated for 22,000 lb gross towing weight and 3,000 lb tongue weight
• Five Adjustable Ride Heights: selectable positions to match trailer coupler height
• Dual-Ball Head: 2" and 2-5/16" balls on one removable head, included
• Corrosion-Resistant Hardware: two pins and R-clips included to secure the ball head
• SAE-J684 Compliant: tested to exceed the industry standard for hitch assemblies
• BulletProof Accessories Compatible: works with the full BulletProof Hitches accessory line

Specifications

Who This Is For and Isn't

This hitch suits trucks, SUVs, and tow vehicles with a 3.0" receiver tube that need a Class 5-rated ball mount with an 8" drop or rise, particularly vehicles with significant suspension lift or lowering where standard 2" shank mounts cannot achieve proper trailer level.

This hitch does not fit 1-1/4" or 2" receiver tubes; it requires a 3.0" receiver opening. California residents should note: this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth anomalies, or other reproductive harm (Proposition 65).

Common Questions

What receiver tube size does this hitch require?

The BulletProof 3.0" Heavy Duty hitch requires a 3.0" receiver tube opening on the tow vehicle. It is not compatible with the more common 1-1/4" or 2" receivers found on lighter-duty trucks and SUVs.

Are the ball and securing hardware included?

Yes. The hitch ships with a dual-ball head carrying both a 2" and a 2-5/16" ball, plus two corrosion-resistant pins and R-clips to lock the head into the shank. No separate ball purchase is required.

How does the ride height adjustment work?

The BulletProof 3.0" Heavy Duty hitch offers five selectable ride height positions. Repositioning the ball head to a different height setting allows the hitch to level trailers with different coupler heights without purchasing additional hardware.

What is the towing capacity, and what standard was it tested to?

The hitch is rated for 22,000 lb gross towing weight and 3,000 lb tongue weight, placing it in the Class 5 category. It has been tested to exceed SAE-J684, the industry standard governing trailer hitch strength, fatigue, and corrosion resistance.