A hitch ball coupler is the vital component mounted on the tongue of a trailer that securely connects to the hitch ball on your tow vehicle. It features a jaw mechanism that opens and closes around the ball, forming a robust, pivoting joint. Once latched and locked (typically with a lever, pin, or latch system), it safely transfers the weight and forces of the trailer to the vehicle during towing.
Its key functions are:
Secure Connection: Grips the hitch ball firmly.
Weight Transfer: Bears the trailer's tongue weight.
Pivoting Action: Allows the trailer to articulate smoothly over bumps and turns.
Safety: Locks in place to prevent accidental detachment.
What it is: Component on the trailer tongue.
What it does: Connects to the vehicle's hitch ball.
How it works: Jaw mechanism latches and locks onto the ball.
Core Function: Forms a secure, pivoting joint for weight transfer and articulation.
Safety Feature: Locking mechanism prevents detachment.
Variations: Comes in different sizes for different ball sizes and weight capacities.
Purpose: Enables safe towing.