--- product_id: 59570568 title: "45042 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 4-Inch Drop, Black" brand: "curt" price: "VT54575" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Curt" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/59570568-45042-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-5-16-inch-ball store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 4-inch drop for versatile fit 2-5/16-inch pre-torqued ball 7,500 lbs towing capacity 45042 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 4-Inch Drop, Black **Brand:** curt **Price:** VT54575 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🚛 Tow Like a Pro, Ready Right Out of the Box! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** 45042 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 4-Inch Drop, Black by curt - **How much does it cost?** VT54575 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/59570568-45042-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-5-16-inch-ball) ## Best For - curt enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted curt brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless Installation:** Rounded shank and secure hitch pin make mounting quick and hassle-free. - • **Heavy-Duty Towing Power:** Tow up to 7,500 lbs with confidence and ease. - • **Precision-Engineered Fit:** Universal 2-inch x 2-inch shank fits most standard receivers seamlessly. - • **Ready-to-Roll Convenience:** Pre-attached, factory-torqued 2-5/16-inch ball and included pin mean zero setup time. - • **Durable All-Weather Finish:** Gloss black powder coat resists rust, UV damage, and chipping for long-lasting style. ## Overview The CURT 45042 Trailer Hitch Mount is a robust, ready-to-use towing solution featuring a 7,500 lbs gross trailer weight capacity and a 750 lbs tongue weight rating. Designed with a universal 2-inch receiver shank and a 4-inch drop, it includes a factory-torqued 2-5/16-inch trailer ball and hitch pin for quick installation. Finished with a durable black powder coat and polished chrome ball, this alloy steel hitch mount offers corrosion resistance and reliable performance for a wide range of trailers. ## Description When it comes to ball mounts, a CURT loaded ball mount is the complete package. These stingers come with all necessary towing components and are pre-fitted with a factory-torqued trailer ball, eliminating the need to mount and torque your own trailer ball. This means a loaded ball mount is ready for towing right out of the package! Each one also comes with a pin and clip for mounting the ball mount into the appropriate size receiver tube. CURT offers loaded ball mounts in a variety of styles and weight ratings. This CURT loaded ball mount features a gross trailer weight capacity of 7,500 lbs. and a tongue weight capacity of 750 lbs. It comes with a 2-5/16" trailer ball, making it an excellent choice for towing most boat trailers, utility trailers, campers, livestock trailers and recreational vehicle trailers used for hauling dirt bikes, motorcycles and ATVs (NOTE: Never exceed the lowest weight capacity of any towing component; i.e. the vehicle, hitch, trailer, etc). This ball mount also has a length of 8-1/4", a drop of 4" and comes with a gloss black powder coat finish to resist rust, chipping and UV damage. All CURT loaded ball mounts feature 2" x 2" shanks and are made with the same superior quality we put into each of our products. Review: Looks to be a solid one , I love it so far , very strong. Review: Really good for the price ## Features - DEPENDABLE STRENGTH. Rated to tow 7,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 750 pounds tongue weight, this ball hitch offers dependability for your towing setup (weight capacity may change if trailer ball is removed) - VERSATILE USE. This trailer hitch ball mount comes with a 2-inch x 2-inch shank to fit virtually any industry-standard 2-inch receiver. The ball mount has a 4-inch drop, 2-5/16-inch diameter ball, 5/8-inch pin hole and 8-1/4-inch overall length - READY TO TOW. Hitching up your trailer is easy with this ready-to-use trailer hitch ball mount. It comes with a pre-attached tow ball for ready coupling and a trailer hitch pin to securely mount onto your hitch receiver - CORROSION-RESISTANT. For long-lasting use, this ball hitch is protected with a durable black powder coat finish, and the trailer ball has a polished chrome plating - EASY TO INSTALL. To install the trailer hitch ball mount on your vehicle, simply insert the shank into your vehicle's 2-inch hitch receiver. The rounded shank, included hitch pin and pre-torqued trailer ball make installation easy ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B004QEH13K | | Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit | | Best Sellers Rank | 156,051 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) 169 in Trailer Couplings | | Brand Name | CURT | | Compatible with Vehicle Type | Trailer | | Country Of Origin | Taiwan | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (659) | | Finish Type | Polished | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00612314002887 | | Included Components | Loaded Ball Mount | | Item Type Name | Trailer Hitch Ball Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Trailer Ball & Hitch Pin | | Item Weight | 4.63 kg | | Manufacturer | Curt Manufacturing | | Manufacturer Part Number | fb431994-b676-4fcb-aeb8-80df0a4de70e | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Manufacturer Warranty | | Material Type | Alloy Steel | | Maximum Towing Capacity | 7500 Pounds | | Model Number | 45042 | | OEM Equivalent Part Number | 45042 | | Pull Force | 7500 Pounds | | UPC | 612314002887 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** CURT - **Finish type:** Polished - **Item weight:** 4.63 kg - **Material:** Alloy Steel - **Vehicle service type:** Trailer ## Images ![45042 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 4-Inch Drop, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71MYxYI2ufL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by A***. on 9 April 2025* Looks to be a solid one , I love it so far , very strong. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***X on 7 October 2025* Really good for the price ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by R***S on 27 December 2025* Very High Quality ## Frequently Bought Together - CURT 45042 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 4-Inch Drop , Black - CURT 45041 Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 2-In Drop, Gloss Black Powder Coat - CURT 45065 Lifted Truck Trailer Hitch Mount with 2-5/16-Inch Ball & Pin, Fits 2-Inch Receiver, 7,500 lbs, 6-Inch Drop, GLOSS BLACK POWDER COAT --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/59570568-45042-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-5-16-inch-ball](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/59570568-45042-trailer-hitch-mount-with-2-5-16-inch-ball) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*