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Curt 40099: Heavy-Duty Chrome European Trailer Hitch Ball - 1,600 kg, 50mm Diameter, 3/4-Inch x 50mm Shank Review

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Terrible

Revainrating 2 out of 5  
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1.9
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Details

BrandCURT
Vehicle Service TypeMarine-Personal-Craft, Trailer
MaterialCarbon Steel

Description of Curt 40099: Heavy-Duty Chrome European Trailer Hitch Ball - 1,600 kg, 50mm Diameter, 3/4-Inch x 50mm Shank

RELIABLE STRENGTH. This trailer hitch ball is rated to tow up to 1,600 kilograms gross trailer weight. It is constructed from hot-forged steel for reliable towing strength and confidence on the road ahead. PRECISE FIT. This tow hitch ball has a 50mm diameter to fit European-style 50mm couplers. The ball shank has a 3/4-inch diameter and measures 50mm long for secure attachment to a trailer hitch ball mount. CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting resistance to rain, dirt and rust, this hitch ball is finished in a durable, protective chrome plating. SECURE INSTALL. For dependable strength, this trailer hitch ball comes with a zinc-plated hex nut and helical lock washer. It also has fine threads for an enhanced hold on the ball hitch (160 lb.-ft. torque required). TESTED FOR SAFETY. To promote the highest level of safety while towing, this CURT tow ball is tested to U.S. VESC specifications.

Reviews

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Revainrating 1 out of 5

Shiny, but Horrible Quality!

According to my experience, this trailer was an absolute nightmare to install and didn't even last a year. The chrome may look nice, but it's not worth the headache.

Pros
  • Looks nice
Cons
  • Poor quality, Hard to Install.

Revainrating 1 out of 5

does not fit: towing equipment and winches

that was the biggest problem in the world it's a 50mm bullet which is amazing but the 3/4 shank is almost impossible to everything to fit

Pros
  • positive only
Cons
  • mostly good but...

Revainrating 4 out of 5

European 50mm hitch accessories will work with this ball

The 50mm ball is very close in size to a US 2 inch ball. The main difference is the part of the stem under the bullet. On euro balls it is flat so you can bolt on accessories like towbar mounts and bike mounts. It's hard to tell from the photos that accompany the product, but this bullet has a flat shaft. If you had a European clutch your accessory will work with this ball. My only fault is that there is no way to put the key on it, so tightening the ball retainer is harder than it could be. I…

Pros
  • Enjoyable
Cons
  • Upgradeable