Trailer Hitch Risers

If you’ve ever had a trailer or RV with a really low hitch point, coupled with a heavy load on 15 inch tires then you’ve probably experienced the pain of bottoming out going through a dip or up a steep incline. Damage to your trailer, chains and wiring can easily be the result, or worse. The answer is to install one of the many Trailer Hitch Risers on the market that will raise your hitch point several inches so that it reduces or eliminates the possibility of scraping.

When you shop for hitch risers simply make sure that the riser you select is compatible with your hitch class, for example a Class II hitch riser or Class III riser. Most class II trailer hitch risers offer up to 5 inches of rise with tongue weight capabilities of approximately 400 pounds. They are usually rated to pull up to 5,000 pounds. Class III trailer hitch risers feature similar specs. Most products of this type are made of hardened steel and feature black powder coating that resists chips and dings from the road and protects the unit from corrosion.

Deals on Trailer Hitch Riser

Many risers allow you to flip them which allow you to lower the hitch point. This can be especially helpful if your towing vehicle sits on larger tires elevating its rear well above the hitch point of the trailer. If you are balancing a load of building materials on the trailer then it has got to be level and an inverted trailer hitch riser is the way to go. You’ll find the right class of hitch riser for the trailer you want to pull, eliminating damage and offering the balance you need to tow safely. Prices range from $39 to $119 usually determined by the class and whether or not the riser is adjustable.