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Gen-Y Hitch Phantom -X 16K Drop Hitch 2.5" Shank - 5" to 10" Drop

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Description
If you tow different trailers regularly, you know how frustrating it can be when your hitch height never quite lines up. The PHANTOM-X 16K Drop Hitch is designed to take that guesswork out of the equation. Built for 2.5" receiver hitches and rated for up to 16,000 lbs of towing capacity, it gives you a strong, stable connection you can trust whether you’re hauling equipment, trailers, or heavy loads. With up to 10" of adjustable drop and the ability to switch between drop and rise positions, it helps you get a level, controlled towing setup that feels smoother and more predictable on the road. One of the biggest advantages of this hitch is how flexible it is. You can choose the setup that matches your towing style, including a dual-ball mount, a tri-ball mount for multiple trailer sizes, or a dual-ball mount with a pintle lock for lunette ring trailers. The stacked tube design lets you fine-tune your height with 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations, giving you multiple adjustment positions depending on how precise you need your setup to be. You can also add optional accessories like replacement hitch pins in different lengths, a serrated hitch step for easier bed access, or even custom color options if you want a more personalized look. This hitch is built for serious towing, but it’s important to match it with the right use. It is not recommended for flat towing, winching, side-load applications, or use with weight distribution systems, and it should only be paired with compatible GEN-Y towing attachments. As with any towing setup, your total capacity will always depend on the lowest-rated component in the system. 

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If you tow different trailers regularly, you know how frustrating it can be when your hitch height never quite lines up. The PHANTOM-X 16K Drop Hitch is designed to take that guesswork out of the equation. Built for 2.5" receiver hitches and rated for up to 16,000 lbs of towing capacity, it gives you a strong, stable connection you can trust whether you’re hauling equipment, trailers, or heavy loads. With up to 10" of adjustable drop and the ability to switch between drop and rise positions, it helps you get a level, controlled towing setup that feels smoother and more predictable on the road.

One of the biggest advantages of this hitch is how flexible it is. You can choose the setup that matches your towing style, including a dual-ball mount, a tri-ball mount for multiple trailer sizes, or a dual-ball mount with a pintle lock for lunette ring trailers. The stacked tube design lets you fine-tune your height with 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations, giving you multiple adjustment positions depending on how precise you need your setup to be. You can also add optional accessories like replacement hitch pins in different lengths, a serrated hitch step for easier bed access, or even custom color options if you want a more personalized look.

This hitch is built for serious towing, but it’s important to match it with the right use. It is not recommended for flat towing, winching, side-load applications, or use with weight distribution systems, and it should only be paired with compatible GEN-Y towing attachments. As with any towing setup, your total capacity will always depend on the lowest-rated component in the system. 

Vehicle Fitment
Universal Fitment
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Configurations:

  • Dual-Ball Mount: Includes a two-ball setup for common trailer sizes in one compact mount (Includes 1 pins with your order)
  • Tri-Ball Mount: Includes a three-ball setup to handle multiple coupler sizes with one hitch (Includes 1 pins with your order)
  • Dual-Ball + Pintle Lock: Includes dual-ball mount plus pintle lock for lunette ring trailer compatibility (Includes 2 pins with your order)

Drop Adjustment Options:

  • 5" Drop: 3 adjustable positions for basic leveling and lighter height adjustments
  • 7.5" Drop: 4 adjustable positions for more precise trailer height control
  • 10" Drop: 5 adjustable positions for maximum adjustability and larger height differences
FEATURES & BENEFITS:
  • Made in the USA
  • Rated up to 16,000 lbs towing capacity for confident heavy-duty hauling
  • 2.5" Solid Shank
  • 1,600 lb Tongue Weight
  • Offered with a Dual-Ball Mount or Tri-Ball Mount
  • Drop/Raise Range: 5″ to 10“
  • Fabricated with Heavy-Duty Steel
  • Sand Blasted and Coated with a Durable Powder Coat

About GEN-Y Hitch
Gen-Y Hitch is a company built out of necessity. For anyone with a truck that obviously uses it to tow at least some kind of trailer, determining the proper ball mount for each trailer can be an unduly pain. While the height of your truck doesn't typically change very often, each trailer can have varying heights coupled with varying ball sizes. At this point, you have several options. You can carry numerous ball mounts for each trailer, or possibly you just call it "good enough" and have a trailer that is not riding level. Or maybe you're one of the smart ones and have an adjustable height ball mount that allows you to carry a single ball mount for all trailers. Sure, there's a lot of options out there, but most of them have inadequate load carrying capacity and lock in place by a single pin, meaning you get a ton of wiggle and rattle that is not only annoying, but also unsafe.GEN-Y Hitch

Gen-Y Hitch manufactures extreme duty towing products that are made in the USA and proven to be the strongest, most versatile trailer mounting system on the market. Lets face it, the trailer and its contents are valuable, and so is your truck, don't attach the two with a loose, rusty piece of garbage you picked up at your local parts store two decades ago, upgrade with the best, upgrade with a Gen-Y.

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