What are the key features of the GEN-Y Hitch PHANTOM-X 16K Adjustable Drop Hitch – 2.5" Shank?

Switches between drop and rise positions for a level setup; Stacked tube design with multiple drop configurations; Dual-ball, tri-ball, and pintle lock mount options; Optional replacement hitch pins, serrated hitch step, and custom color choices

What are the specifications of the GEN-Y Hitch PHANTOM-X 16K Adjustable Drop Hitch – 2.5" Shank?

2.5" shank; 16,000 lbs towing capacity; Up to 10" adjustable drop; 2.5", 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations

SKU #: GH-2432X MPN #: GH-2432X

GEN-Y Hitch PHANTOM-X 16K Adjustable Drop Hitch – 2.5" Shank

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GEN-Y Hitch PHANTOM-X 16K Adjustable Drop Hitch with 2.5-Inch Shank and Dual-Ball or Tri-Ball Mount

User guide for Phantom-X hitch components

Description Overview

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 either mount paired with a pintle lock for compatible lunette ring trailers. The stacked tube design lets you adjust your hitch height with 2.5", 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations, giving you multiple adjustment positions to help match your trailer's height. 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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The PHANTOM-X 16K is an adjustable drop hitch with a 2.5" shank, rated up to 16,000 lbs towing capacity and up to 10" of adjustable drop.

Fits: Universal Fitment
Brand: Gen-Y Hitch
Best for: towing trailers of varying heights with a flexible, adjustable connection
Key features: Switches between drop and rise positions for a level setup
Stacked tube design with multiple drop configurations
Dual-ball, tri-ball, and pintle lock mount options
Optional replacement hitch pins, serrated hitch step, and custom color choices
Key specs: 2.5" shank
16,000 lbs towing capacity
Up to 10" adjustable drop
2.5", 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations
Important: Not recommended for flat towing, winching, side-load applications, or use with weight distribution systems, and should only be paired with compatible GEN-Y towing attachments.

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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 either mount paired with a pintle lock for compatible lunette ring trailers. The stacked tube design lets you adjust your hitch height with 2.5", 5", 7.5", or 10" drop configurations, giving you multiple adjustment positions to help match your trailer's height. 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 two hitch ball sizes for towing trailers with different couplers. Includes 1 pin.
Tri-Ball Mount: Includes three hitch ball sizes for added versatility when switching between trailers. Includes 1 pin.
Dual-Ball Mount + Pintle Lock: Includes a dual-ball mount and pintle lock for compatible lunette ring trailers. Includes 2 pins.
Tri-Ball Mount + Pintle Lock: Combines a tri-ball mount with a pintle lock for additional towing versatility. Available in the 2.5" drop configuration.

DROP ADJUSTMENT OPTIONS:

2.5" Drop: 2 adjustable positions for smaller trailer height differences.
5" Drop: 3 adjustable positions for matching different trailer heights.
7.5" Drop: 4 adjustable positions for greater height flexibility.
10" Drop: 5 adjustable positions for larger height differences.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

Made in the USA.
Rated for up to 16,000 lbs towing capacity for heavy-duty hauling.
2.5" solid shank designed for compatible receiver hitches.
1,600 lb tongue weight capacity.
Available with dual-ball or tri-ball mounts, with optional pintle lock configurations.
Available in 2.5", 5", 7.5", and 10" drop configurations.
Adjustable hitch height helps achieve a more level towing setup.
Heavy-duty steel construction for strength and durability.
Sandblasted and finished with a durable powder coat for added protection.

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 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.