4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender
Product Description
What is it 4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender
The 4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender is a professional towing accessory designed for short-bed pickup trucks. Equipped with a standard 2-5/16" gooseneck ball, it shifts the trailer’s pivot point 4 inches rearward, effectively solving the cab-trailer collision issue during sharp turns. Built with heavy-duty 3/4-inch thick steel plate, it offers a 20,000 lbs GTW and 5,000 lbs VTW rating, perfectly compatible with mainstream turnoverball gooseneck hitch systems for safe and smooth towing.
4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender Core Features
• 4-Inch Rear Offset Design:
Moves the trailer pivot point 4 inches backward, greatly increasing cab clearance, eliminating trailer-to-cab and tailgate collision risks during tight turning and reversing.
• Heavy-Duty Load Rating:
Constructed with thickened 3/4” solid steel plate, supports up to 20,000 lbs gross trailer weight and 5,000 lbs vertical tongue weight, stable for medium and heavy-duty towing.
• Standard Universal Ball Size:
Features industry-standard 2-5/16” ball diameter, compatible with most gooseneck trailer couplers, no extra modification required.
• Anti-Twist Fixed Structure:
Square base design prevents ball rotation during hookup and towing, ensuring stable connection and avoiding shaking or loosening.
• Durable Powder-Coated Finish:
Premium surface coating resists rust, scratches and corrosion, adapting to long-term outdoor and harsh road conditions for extended service life.
• Plug-and-Play Installation:
Seamlessly matches mainstream gooseneck hitch systems, easy bolt-on installation without cutting or drilling, convenient for replacement and upgrade.
4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender Application Scope
• Short-bed pickup truck towing (main pain-solution scenario)
• Gooseneck trailers, RV trailers, livestock trailers and flatbed cargo trailers
• Towing scenarios requiring frequent turning, reversing and flexible maneuvering
• Replacement and upgrade for B&W, CURT and other mainstream turnoverball gooseneck hitch systems
• Commercial hauling, outdoor camping and long-distance trailer transportation
4" Offset Gooseneck Ball Extender FAQ
• Q: What is the main function of the 4” offset extender?
A: It moves the trailer’s pivot point 4 inches rearward to create extra clearance between the trailer and truck cab, preventing collision and damage when short-bed trucks make sharp turns.