Trailer Hitches for Safer,
Smarter Towing
Why be kinda safe? When you can be Weigh Safe
Shop adjustable trailer hitches with built-in tongue weight measurement, multiple drop lengths, and 2″, 2.5″, and 3″ receiver options.
Patented Technology
The Weigh Safe Difference
Weigh Safe tow hitches are the only ones with a built-in scale that measures tongue weight in real time, so you can tow with precision. Better tongue weight means improved performance, reduced risk of trailer sway, and a safer, more confident towing experience.
What Makes a Great Trailer Hitch?
The foundation of the best trailer hitch hinges on four things: accurate tongue weight, towing control, durability, and adjustability. That’s why Weigh Safe created what every other hitch lacks: A built-in scale.
With real-time tongue weight, there’s no guesswork and no separate equipment. This makes it possible to ensure your tongue weight sits in the safe 10–15% range at the start of every tow, so you remain in control of braking and steering.
We build durable tow hitches out of aircraft-grade aluminum and high-strength, hardened steel so they will resist rust and wear over years of real-world towing.
Our adjustable ball mounts offer 4″, 6″, 8″, and 10″ drop lengths in 1″ increments, plus the option to flip into the rise position.
Choose the Right Trailer Hitch for Your Setup
The right trailer hitch starts with four measurements: your receiver size, the drop length you need, your trailer’s coupler height, and your towing capacity.
You need to know four measurements to choose the right trailer hitch for your vehicle: your receiver size, the drop length, your trailer’s coupler height, and your towing capacity.
Receiver SizeThe opening in the hitch tube on the back of your tow vehicle.
Drop LengthThe distance between your receiver and your trailer’s coupler.
Trailer HeightThe distance from the bottom of your coupler to the ground with the trailer level.
Towing CapacityThe highest weight you should ever pull with your vehicle.
With the right knowledge and tow capacity, you can be assured your hitch is up to the challenge and won’t be working to pull more weight than it was designed to handle.
Shop Our Award-Winning Trailer Hitches
Weigh Safe’s tow hitches come in 4″, 6″, 8″, and 10″ drop lengths with 2″, 2.5″, and 3″ receiver shank sizes. Our trailer hitches are built to last, made with aircraft–grade aluminum & high-grade steel. Every hitch combines innovation and advanced engineering to help you tow with optimal safety and lasting performance.
How Tongue Weight Affects Your Vehicle
Rock climbers inspect every carabiner before scaling a cliff. Scuba divers check their tanks before going under. Pilots run through their preflight before leaving the tarmac. Towing calls for the same attention to detail.
Pulling a trailer affects how you steer, brake, and respond, and nothing impacts this more than your trailer hitch tongue weight.
Too Much Tongue WeightWhen too much of the load sits forward of the trailer axle, the back of your tow vehicle squats, the front end lightens, and your steering and braking lose their edge. You’ll feel sluggish handling, see uneven tire wear, and put unnecessary strain on your suspension, frame, and rear axle.
Too Little Tongue WeightShift the load too far back, and the opposite happens. The trailer becomes unstable, prone to sway at highway speeds, and far more sensitive to crosswinds and passing semis. Once trailer sway starts, it’s difficult to correct—and it’s the leading cause of towing incidents on the road.
The Right Tongue WeightGoldilocks’ porridge is just right at 10–15% of your trailer’s total weight resting on the hitch ball. With the perfect weight, your tow vehicle stays level, your trailer tracks straight, and your braking and steering perform just like the engineers designed them to.
It’s better to be weigh safe than weigh sorry!
FAQ
What trailer hitch do I need?
Picking the right tow hitch comes down to four quick questions. Walk through them, and you’ll land on the right Weigh Safe trailer hitch for your setup:
- What are you towing? Choose your tow hitch based on the heaviest load you’ll pull. Our trailer hitches handle anywhere from 10,000 lbs (Fixed Height) up to 22,000 lbs (Steel Adjustable with a 2.5″ shank).
- Aluminum or steel? Aluminum trailer hitches are lighter, rustproof, and the easiest to lift in and out of a receiver. Steel tow hitches are heavier, hardened, and rated for the highest towing capacities.
- Adjustable or fixed height? If you tow more than one trailer or have a coupler that doesn’t line up correctly with your receiver, you’re looking for an adjustable trailer hitch with a drop. Great news: we’ve got those too! Weigh Safe offers 4″, 6″, 8″, and 10″ drop lengths in 1″ adjustment increments, and most models also work in the rise position.
- What size is your receiver? Weigh Safe offers 2″, 2.5″, and 3″ shank sizes.
Still not sure? Start with your vehicle.
The fastest way to skip the math is to start with what you drive. Weigh Safe has dedicated hitch pages for Chevy, Dodge/Ram, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Subaru, Tesla, and Toyota so you can shop with confidence and tow with peace of mind.
What receiver size fits my truck?
Most vehicles have a 2″ or 2.5″ receiver, while newer and larger trucks may have a 3″ receiver. The way to be sure is to measure the inside of the square opening on your receiver. For a step-by-step walkthrough on measuring shank size, drop length, and ground clearance, see Weigh Safe’s hitch-sizing guide.
What is the difference between a trailer hitch and a ball mount?
A trailer hitch refers to the entire hitch system, including the receiver tube that’s bolted to the frame. A ball mount is the removable piece that slides into that receiver and holds the tow ball your trailer couples to. But, in everyday conversation, people typically refer to the ball mount as a trailer hitch.
How much drop do I need?
Your drop length should match the height difference between your tow vehicle’s receiver and your trailer’s coupler. The goal is for both to sit level when loaded.
See our hitch sizing guide to learn how to properly measure the drop length you need.
Why is tongue weight important?
Tongue weight is the downward force your loaded trailer puts on the hitch ball. Getting the tongue weight right for your tow is important because it impacts your ability to brake and steer your vehicle while towing a trailer. In the sweet spot of 10–15% of your trailer’s total loaded weight, your vehicle handles smoothly, but outside this range, you have imbalance, fishtailing, poor traction, and other high-risk driving issues.
