CURT class 3, or standard duty, ball mounts are a step up from classes 1 and 2. They feature a 2 Inch X 2 Inch shank and have a higher weight capacity for towing heavy duty trailers, features utility trailers, boat trailers, campers, single horse livestock trailers and most recreational vehicle trailers. With class 3 trailer hitches being the most common type of trailer hitch for pickup trucks and SUVs, the class 3 ball mount, by association, is an excellent complement to this trailer hitch and these larger vehicles. This particular class 3 ball mount can be used in the drop position to provide a drop of 10 Inch, a gross trailer weight capacity of 5,000 Pound and a tongue weight capacity of 500 Pound. It can also be flipped to provide a rise of 8 Inch, a gross trailer weight capacity of 3,500 Pound and a tongue weight capacity of 350 Pound. It features a length of 14 Inch. Class 3 ball mounts are CNC formed and robotically welded to ensure unwavering precision and dependable strength in each and every unit. We mechanically descale each one to provide a smooth surface for a long lasting finish. This class 3 ball mount features a durable gloss black powder coat finish to protect against corrosion, scratches, UV damage and more to give it the thick skin it needs to face the road ahead.