{"product_id":"weigh-safe-ctb8-2-5-ka-cer-bla-cerakote-black-drop-hitch-8-drop-2-5-shank-18-500-lb-gtw-class-v-built-in-tongue-weight-gauge-keyed-alike","title":"Weigh Safe CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA Cerakote Black Drop Hitch | 8\" Drop, 2.5\" Shank, 18,500 lb GTW, Class V, Built-In Tongue Weight Gauge, Keyed-Alike","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 1: OPENING PARAGRAPH                                 --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Weigh Safe \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e (MPN: \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e) is a Class V, SAE J684-certified drop hitch built for serious heavy-duty trucks running a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" shank receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e. With an 8\" drop and a rated 18,500 lb GTW using the included 2-5\/16\" ball, this hitch handles the heaviest loads your F-250, Silverado 2500HD, Sierra 2500HD, or Ram 2500\/3500 can legally pull. What separates this hitch from every other drop hitch on the market is the \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in glycerin-filled hydraulic tongue weight gauge\u003c\/strong\u003e that reads your actual tongue weight in real time before you leave the driveway. The Black Cerakote finish is a polymer-ceramic coating applied over 6061 T6 billet aluminum machined in Lindon, Utah. This is an American-made hitch backed by a Limited Lifetime Warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 2: WHY THE WEIGH SAFE CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA STANDS OUT --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA Outperforms Every Standard Drop Hitch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard drop hitch is a dumb piece of steel. You hook up the trailer, drive to the scale, discover your tongue weight is off, and either adjust the load or keep rolling and hope for the best. The \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e eliminates that entire problem with a glycerin-filled hydraulic gauge machined directly into the slider assembly. Tongue weight reads on the dial while the trailer is connected and sitting on level ground. Weigh Safe recommends keeping tongue weight at 10 to 15 percent of gross trailer weight to prevent sway and jackknifing, and this hitch lets you confirm that number every single time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe slider adjusts in 1-inch increments, giving you an 8\" drop or a 9\" rise from the same unit. The 180-degree rotation locks into the stow position under the vehicle when the hitch is not in use, keeping the shank and gauge protected. The 2.5\" shank version is fully stowable; note that the 3\" shank version of this hitch does not stow. Every structural component is machined from 6061 T6 aircraft-grade billet aluminum, keeping the assembly weight at just 19 lbs without sacrificing a Class V load rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 3: BLACK CERAKOTE FINISH                             --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBlack Cerakote Finish: What It Is and What It Is Not\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCerakote is a polymer-ceramic composite coating originally developed for firearms. Applied to the 6061 T6 billet aluminum drawbar and slider of the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA, it provides significantly better resistance to corrosion, UV, abrasion, and road chemicals than standard anodizing or powder coat. The coating adds hardness and impact resistance without adding meaningful weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important note: the Black Cerakote finish is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e covered under the Weigh Safe Limited Lifetime Warranty. The warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship for the structural components. Finish wear, chips, and scratches are considered normal wear and are excluded. If a clean black appearance long-term is your priority, the LTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA uses the same Cerakote finish with stainless steel balls rather than chrome-plated steel, which may age more consistently in salt-belt environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 4: KEYED-ALIKE LOCK SYSTEM                           --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKeyed-Alike Lock System: One Key for Everything\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"-KA\" suffix in \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e stands for Keyed-Alike. Both the ball mount lock assembly (which secures the height position and the combo ball) and the 5\/8\" hitch locking pin (which locks the drawbar into the receiver) use the same key. You carry one key for the entire hitch setup, not two separate keys for two separate locks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included key lock assembly uses a dual-pin lock plate design. A dust lock cover protects the lock cylinder when the hitch is parked or in storage. The hitch locking pin is 5\/8\" diameter and fits standard 2\", 2.5\", and 3\" receivers. The non-KA sibling, CTB8-2.5-CER-BLA, does not include the hitch locking pin and uses a separate-key lock. If you run multiple Weigh Safe KA locks on your rig, contact Weigh Safe to confirm whether keyed-alike sets can be matched across multiple units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 5: WHAT'S INCLUDED                                   --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat's Included with the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8\" drop drawbar, 2.5\" shank, Black Cerakote finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e180-degree slider with built-in glycerin-filled tongue weight gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2\" chrome-plated steel ball (rated 8,000 lbs GTW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-5\/16\" chrome-plated steel ball (rated 18,500 lbs GTW)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall retaining pin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey lock assembly (dual-pin lock plate), Keyed-Alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust lock cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeyed-Alike hitch locking pin, 5\/8\" diameter (fits 2\", 2.5\", and 3\" receivers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo additional hardware is required. The 1-7\/8\" ball is not included but is available separately from Weigh Safe if your trailer requires it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 6: VEHICLE COMPATIBILITY                             --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVehicle Compatibility: 2.5\" Receiver Required\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA requires a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" (2-1\/2\") square receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e on the tow vehicle. This shank size is found on heavy-duty trucks rated for Class IV and Class V towing. Half-ton trucks and most SUVs use a 2\" receiver and are not compatible with this hitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical vehicles with 2.5\" receivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord F-250 Super Duty and F-350 Super Duty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRam 2500 and Ram 3500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFord F-450 and F-550\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your truck has a 2\" receiver, the correct alternative is the \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e (same Cerakote black finish, 8\" drop, 2\" shank, 12,500 lb GTW). Always verify your receiver size and your truck's actual tow rating before ordering. Weigh Safe recommends a minimum of 11\" of ground clearance when using an 8\" drop configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 7: FULL SPECIFICATIONS                                --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRetailer SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWEICTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer Part Number (MPN)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e653863204209\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop Amount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRise Amount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShank \/ Receiver Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 inches (2-1\/2\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHitch Pin Hole Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\/8 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHitch Class\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass V (V5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSAE J684, V5 Certified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTW Rating (2-5\/16\" ball)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTW Rating (2\" ball)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Tongue Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,200 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalls Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" chrome-plated steel and 2-5\/16\" chrome-plated steel (combo ball)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBall Mount Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061 T6 Billet Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Cerakote (polymer-ceramic composite coating)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilt-In Tongue Weight Gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, glycerin-filled hydraulic dial gauge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment Increments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1-inch increments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStowable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes (180-degree rotation, stores under vehicle)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLock Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeyed-Alike (ball mount lock and hitch locking pin use same key)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.0\" x 9.25\" x 4.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMade in USA (Lindon, Utah)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty (Product)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty (Gauge)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLifetime Gauge Warranty (separate)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCerakote Finish Warranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot covered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProp 65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 8: COMPARE SIBLING SKUs                              --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCompare: CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA vs. Sibling Weigh Safe Part Numbers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeigh Safe builds this same 8\" drop \/ 2.5\" shank platform in several configurations. Here is how the main variants compare:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100.098%; height: 293.906px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eDrop\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eShank\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBalls\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eGTW (2-5\/16\")\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003eBlack Cerakote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003eChrome-plated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 58.7812px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eWS8-2.5-KA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBrushed aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eLTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBlack Cerakote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eCTB8-2-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBlack Cerakote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eChrome-plated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e12,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eWS8-2-KA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e8\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBrushed aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eStainless steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e12,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.5068%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eCTB10-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 6.58613%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e10\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 8.45253%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e2.5\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 15.8215%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eBlack Cerakote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.0256%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003eChrome-plated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 12.2483%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 14.2237%; height: 39.1875px;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e is the right choice if you want the Black Cerakote finish and are running the chrome-plated combo ball on a 2.5\" receiver. If you prefer stainless steel balls with the same Cerakote black finish, the \u003cstrong\u003eLTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e is the upgrade. If you want brushed aluminum with stainless balls at a lower price, the \u003cstrong\u003eWS8-2.5-KA\u003c\/strong\u003e at $378.99 covers the same load rating with the same built-in gauge. All three are Made in USA and carry the same Limited Lifetime Warranty on structural components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 9: WARRANTY AND PROP 65                              --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWarranty and California Residents\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA carries a \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e on defects in materials and workmanship for the original consumer owner. Warranty registration within 30 days of purchase, or a valid proof of purchase, is required to make a claim. Weigh Safe's resolution is limited to repair or replacement of the defective component; full product replacement and refunds are not included. Normal wear on the shank, ball, lock, and bolt threads is not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe built-in tongue weight gauge carries its own separate \u003cstrong\u003eLifetime Gauge Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e. If the gauge is defective within year one, Weigh Safe repairs it with shipping covered. After year one, the customer covers inbound shipping and Weigh Safe repairs at no charge. A free Gauge Repair Kit is available on request for self-repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Black Cerakote finish is \u003cstrong\u003eexplicitly excluded\u003c\/strong\u003e from warranty coverage. Finish wear, chips, and scratches are not warrantable. The same exclusion applies to all surface finishes across the Weigh Safe line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a towing product. Under the federal \u003cstrong\u003eMagnuson-Moss Warranty Act\u003c\/strong\u003e, an aftermarket part cannot void your vehicle's factory powertrain warranty unless the manufacturer or dealer can prove the aftermarket part directly caused the specific failure being claimed. Installing a drop hitch does not constitute grounds for voiding a powertrain warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia residents:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. See \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 10: MADE IN USA                                      --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMade in the USA, Lindon, Utah\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA is engineered, machined, and assembled at the Weigh Safe facility in \u003cstrong\u003eLindon, Utah\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 6061 T6 billet aluminum is precision-machined on-site. The Country of Origin is confirmed USA on both Weigh Safe's official SKU data sheet and NAFTA documentation (Preference Criterion B). Buying this hitch supports American manufacturing and ensures you are receiving a hitch built to Weigh Safe's own quality standards rather than a contract-manufactured assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\u003c!-- SECTION 11: FAQ                                              --\u003e\u003c!-- ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA fit my truck?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis hitch fits any vehicle with a \u003cstrong\u003e2.5\" square receiver\u003c\/strong\u003e and a Class V hitch rated for at least the load you plan to pull. Common compatible vehicles include the Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty, Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and 3500HD, GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD, and Ram 2500 and 3500. Half-ton trucks (F-150, Silverado 1500, Ram 1500, Tundra, Tacoma) use a 2\" receiver and require the CTB8-2-KA-CER-BLA instead. Check your receiver opening with a tape measure if you are unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the built-in tongue weight gauge on the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe gauge is a glycerin-filled hydraulic dial gauge integrated into the slider assembly. When the trailer is coupled and the hitch is on level ground, the tongue weight transfers through the ball mount and compresses the hydraulic sensor, moving the dial. You read the tongue weight directly from the gauge face without a separate scale or load cell. Weigh Safe recommends keeping tongue weight between 10 and 15 percent of gross trailer weight for safe towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the GTW rating on the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith the included 2-5\/16\" chrome-plated steel ball, the GTW rating is \u003cstrong\u003e18,500 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. With the included 2\" chrome-plated steel ball, the GTW rating is \u003cstrong\u003e8,000 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Max tongue weight is 2,200 lbs. The hitch is rated Class V and SAE J684 certified. Your actual towing capacity is limited by whichever is lowest: the hitch rating, your vehicle's GVWR, or your truck's factory-rated tow capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA and the WS8-2.5-KA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are 8\" drop \/ 2.5\" shank Weigh Safe hitches with built-in tongue weight gauges and Keyed-Alike locks. The differences: the \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e has a Black Cerakote finish and chrome-plated steel combo balls, priced at $398.99. The \u003cstrong\u003eWS8-2.5-KA\u003c\/strong\u003e has a brushed aluminum finish with stainless steel balls. If you tow in a salt-belt state and want stainless steel balls with a blacked-out appearance, the LTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA is the best of both. If corrosion on the balls is not a concern, the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA gives you the Cerakote hardness at the lowest price in the Cerakote lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA stowable?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 2.5\" shank version rotates 180 degrees and locks under the vehicle when not in use, protecting the gauge and the shank from road debris. The 3\" shank version of this hitch (CTB8-3-KA-CER-BLA) is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e stowable due to the larger shank geometry. If stowability matters to your setup, the 2.5\" shank is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA void my truck's factory warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Under the federal \u003cstrong\u003eMagnuson-Moss Warranty Act\u003c\/strong\u003e, an aftermarket accessory cannot void your factory powertrain warranty unless the OEM can prove the aftermarket part directly caused the failure being claimed. A drop hitch installs in the receiver tube and does not alter any powertrain component. Your dealer cannot blanket-void your warranty simply because you installed a drop hitch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Black Cerakote finish covered under warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Weigh Safe explicitly excludes all surface finishes, including Cerakote, brushed aluminum, machined, painted, powder-coated, and chrome-plated finishes, from warranty coverage. The Limited Lifetime Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship on structural components only. Finish wear and cosmetic damage are considered normal wear and are not warrantable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA and the LTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth share the Black Cerakote finish, the 8\" drop, the 2.5\" shank, and the Keyed-Alike lock system. The difference is in the balls: the \u003cstrong\u003eCTB\u003c\/strong\u003e line uses chrome-plated steel combo balls, while the \u003cstrong\u003eLTB\u003c\/strong\u003e line uses stainless steel balls. For towing in coastal or salt-belt regions where the chrome plating can pit over time, the LTB is the more durable long-term option. For most inland towing, the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA performs identically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA work with a 2\" receiver?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The 2.5\" shank will not fit a 2\" receiver. If your truck has a 2\" receiver, order the \u003cstrong\u003eCTB8-2-KA-CER-BLA\u003c\/strong\u003e (Cerakote black, 8\" drop, 2\" shank, 12,500 lb GTW) or the \u003cstrong\u003eWS8-2-KA\u003c\/strong\u003e (brushed aluminum, 8\" drop, 2\" shank. Trying to force a 2.5\" shank into a 2\" receiver will damage the receiver and is unsafe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat hardware is included with the CTB8-2.5-KA-CER-BLA?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe kit includes the 8\" drop drawbar (2.5\" shank, Black Cerakote), the 180-degree slider with built-in tongue weight gauge, a 2\" chrome-plated steel ball, a 2-5\/16\" chrome-plated steel ball, a ball retaining pin, the Keyed-Alike dual-pin key lock assembly, a dust lock cover, and the Keyed-Alike 5\/8\" hitch locking pin. No additional purchases are required to begin using the hitch. 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