Blue Ox Gooseneck Hitch Gooseneck Trailer Hitch DH2201Blue OxOriginal price was $699.99. Current price is $505.50.Out of Stock
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Impressive Towing Capacity: With a Gross Trailer Weight of 30,000 lbs. and a Tongue Weight of 7,500 lbs., this hitch is designed for heavy-duty towing tasks.
Gross Trailer Weight: 30000 lbs.
Tongue Weight: 7,500 lbs.
Finish: Powder Coat
1775: Yes
1768: 30000
726: No
The Blue Ox DH2203 Gooseneck Trailer Hitch, also known as the Diamond Hitch, is a must-have for heavy-duty towing. With a staggering 30,000 lb. Gross Towing Weight and 7,500 lb. Tongue Weight capacity, it allows you to tow everything from livestock and race cars to RVs and supplies. The hitch offers an under-bed mounting system, providing full use of the truck bed when the hitch ball is inverted. It is designed for easy installation without the need to remove the truck bed and requires minimal drilling into the truck frame. This hitch also comes complete with mounting bolts, brackets, instructions, and chain loops.
Blue Ox is known internationally for recreational and commercial towing products, manufacturing in Pender, Nebraska since 1925. The line covers tow bars and vehicle-specific baseplates for flat towing behind a motorhome, sway control and weight distributing hitches, supplemental braking accessories and towing wiring, backed by patented designs and long-standing customer service.
Blue Ox has manufactured since 1925 and is recognised internationally for towing products and customer service. The company operates from Pender, Nebraska, where it grew out of Automatic Manufacturing Co., a business that started with cattle oilers and developed into agricultural equipment, tractor accessories and trailer towing hardware. That agricultural engineering heritage still shows in how the towing products are built, and the company holds patents across weight distribution, fifth wheel and tow bar designs.
Flat towing is the discipline Blue Ox is best known for. Towing a car with all four wheels on the ground behind a motorhome demands a system that stays rigid under braking, articulates properly over uneven ground, and connects to the towed vehicle at points strong enough to take the load. Blue Ox tow bars handle the first two, with self-aligning arms that latch under tension and release without a struggle when the load is off them. Vehicle-specific baseplates handle the third, engineered per make and model to tie into structural mounting points behind the fascia.
The wider flat towing range covers supplemental braking systems, safety cables and the accessories that make a complete legal setup, along with baseplate wiring and dinghy towing harnesses that pass lighting signals to the towed vehicle without back-feeding its electrical system.
For conventional trailer towing, Blue Ox weight distributing hitches with integrated sway control transfer tongue load onto the tow vehicle's front axle and resist the yaw that crosswinds and passing trucks induce.
The company describes its foundation as customer service, designing around what owners actually ask for, and it runs an RV park adjacent to the factory where customers can stay. Sister operations at the same Nebraska site include Automatic grain roller mills and MAD-RAMPS pivoting ramp systems.
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3 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Bed | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Ford F-250 Super Duty | 8'2" Bed | [Available While Supplies Last |
| 2016 | Ford F-350 Super Duty | 8'2" Bed | [Available While Supplies Last |
| 2016 | Ford F-450 Super Duty | 8'2" Bed | [Available While Supplies Last |
The DH2203 is rated for a maximum Gross Towing Weight (GTW) of 30,000 lbs and a tongue weight of 7,500 lbs. However, you must not exceed your vehicle's maximum towing capacity as stated in your 2015-17 Ford F-150 owner's manual. Always refer to your vehicle manufacturer's recommendations to ensure safe towing.
Yes, the DH2203 is designed to fit 2015-17 Ford F-150 trucks with all box lengths. The hitch is installed by drilling a 5" hole in the bed at 41-3/4" from the end of the bed (not the tailgate) and centered between the wheel wells, which accommodates different bed configurations.
Yes, you can install the DH2203 with a bed liner, but you must account for the bed liner thickness when measuring the ball location. Measure the 41-3/4" distance from the end of the bed and center between wheel wells, then compensate for the liner thickness before drilling the 5" hole. This ensures the ball is positioned correctly.
You will need: a torque wrench, drill, tape measure, Loctite Red, 5" hole saw, 17/32" drill bit, 3/4" socket, and 3/4" wrench. A power drill and reciprocating saw are implied for the drilling and cutting work. The manual also recommends using a board while drilling to prevent bit wobble and deburring the hole for a tight fit.
The DH2203 includes: 1 hitch ball (62-3822), center section (62-4049), 2 side plates, 4 locking plates, front and rear crossmember bars, 4 carriage bolts (1/2"-13 x 2"), 8 hex head bolts (1/2"-13 x 1-1/2"), 4 hex head bolts (1/2"-13 x 1-3/4"), 2 U-bolts (1/2"-13 x 3-3/4" x 2-1/2"), 10 hex flange whiz lock nuts, 4 hex nylon lock nuts, 10 flat washers, 6 lock washers, 4 compression springs, 4 fishwire leaders, 1 ball housing plug, and 1 roll of 1/2" polypropylene tape.
Yes, you must use a good quality Loctite Red on all bolt threads before tightening. This is required to prevent bolts from loosening during use.
Yes, you must remove the spare tire before installation. Use the vehicle's jack handle tool and follow the removal procedure in your vehicle's owner's manual. The spare tire must be removed to access the bed area for drilling and hitch installation.
Before beginning work: (1) securely block the vehicle and set the brakes, (2) do not use any open flame under the truck bed to cut or weld—there is extreme danger of explosion or fire, (3) be aware of the dangers of torque and drill bit length when using power drills, (4) be aware of objects behind the cutting surface when using a reciprocating saw, (5) do not clamp the hitch over any wiring or brake lines.
Measure and mark a hole at 41-3/4" from the end of the bed (not the tailgate) and centered between the wheel wells. Drill a 5" hole through the bed at this location. If you have a bed liner, compensate for its thickness when measuring. The manual recommends using a board while drilling to prevent bit wobble and deburring the hole so the hitch sits tight against the bed.
Use a 17/32" drill bit to drill the inner set of safety chain holes through the bed on both sides of the vehicle. These holes are drilled after the center section is installed and secured.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill a 5" hole in the bed for the center section and 17/32" holes on both sides for the safety chain U-bolts. The manual notes that some drilling and trimming is required, and recommends using a board while drilling to prevent bit wobble.
Torque specifications for Grade 5 inch bolts are: 1/4" = 10 ft-lbs, 5/16" = 19 ft-lbs, 3/8" = 33 ft-lbs, 7/16" = 54 ft-lbs, 1/2" = 78 ft-lbs, 5/8" = 154 ft-lbs, 3/4" = 257 ft-lbs. The DH2203 uses primarily 1/2" Grade 5 bolts, which should be torqued to 78 ft-lbs. Always apply Loctite Red to all bolt threads before tightening.
Torque specifications for Grade 8 inch bolts are: 1/4" = 14 ft-lbs, 5/16" = 29 ft-lbs, 3/8" = 47 ft-lbs, 7/16" = 78 ft-lbs, 1/2" = 119 ft-lbs, 5/8" = 230 ft-lbs, 3/4" = 380 ft-lbs. If Grade 8 bolts are used as replacements, use these higher torque values.
Torque specifications for metric bolts are: 6MM Grade 8.8 = 6 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 8 ft-lbs), 8MM Grade 8.8 = 16 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 22 ft-lbs), 10MM Grade 8.8 = 31 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 40 ft-lbs), 12MM Grade 8.8 = 54 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 70 ft-lbs), 14MM Grade 8.8 = 89 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 117 ft-lbs), 16MM Grade 8.8 = 161 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 230 ft-lbs), 18MM Grade 8.8 = 222 ft-lbs (Grade 10.9 = 318 ft-lbs).
Tighten the U-bolt washers until they are touching the spring without compressing it. Each U-bolt has a 1/2" flat washer, compression spring, another 1/2" flat washer, and 1/2"-13 lock nut. Do not over-tighten, as this will compress the spring and affect the hitch function.
1. Remove spare tire. 2. Drill 5" hole in bed at 41-3/4" from end, centered between wheel wells. 3. Apply polypropylene tape to center section top. 4. Slide front crossmember on passenger side just behind bed rail. 5. Slide rear crossmember on passenger side just in front of bed rail. 6. Install center section up through bed hole and between crossmembers; do not fully tighten. 7. Bolt side plates to crossmembers; do not fully tighten. 8. Install fishwire, locking plates, and carriage bolts through frame holes; do not fully tighten. 9. Check collar rotation for bed interference. 10. Tighten all hardware to torque specs. 11. Drill 17/32" safety chain holes and install U-bolts with washers and springs.
No. During installation, do not fully tighten the fasteners until after you have checked the rotation of the top collar to ensure the bed is not rubbing against it and it can rotate freely. Once rotation is confirmed, tighten all hardware to the supplied torque specifications.
1. Rotate the locking collar to release the latch pawl. 2. Align the ball with the collar and drop the ball into the hitch. 3. Release the locking collar to lock the ball in place. The ball will be secured by the collar mechanism.
1. Rotate the locking collar to release the latch pawl. 2. Pull straight up on the ball to remove it from the hitch. The ball housing plug (included) can be used to cover the socket when the ball is removed.
1. Rotate the locking collar to release the latch pawl. 2. Align the ball with the collar and drop the ball into the hitch. 3. Release the locking collar. This secures the ball in the hitch for storage. You can also use the included ball housing plug to cover the socket.
Always make sure the trailer is loaded slightly tongue heavy. Do not pull a trailer that is lighter on the tongue end. Improper loading can affect towing stability and safety.
Yes, trailer brakes are required. This is a mandatory safety requirement for towing with the DH2203 hitch.
If the hitch is in an accident, it must be replaced. Do not use it again. An accident can cause unseen damage, and using it again could result in more damage or serious injury. Do not use the hitch if it is damaged or missing parts.
When inverting the ball, ensure proper clearance between the ball and the truck's differential and driveline. Failure to do so may result in damage. If you need to remove the ball, use the included ball housing plug to cover the socket.
Periodically clean any dirt and debris from the ball and ball housing. Moderately lubricate them with white lithium grease or equivalent grease. Regular maintenance will help ensure proper function and longevity.
Yes, use a good quality paint to spray cut edges of the frame to prevent rusting. This protects the exposed metal from corrosion.
Yes, the DH2203 fits all 2015-17 Ford F-150 bed lengths. Installation involves drilling a 5" hole in the bed at 41-3/4" from the end, centered between wheel wells.
Yes, but you must compensate for the bed liner thickness when measuring the 41-3/4" ball location from the end of the bed before drilling the 5" hole.
Torque wrench, drill, tape measure, Loctite Red, 5" hole saw, 17/32" drill bit, 3/4" socket, and 3/4" wrench. A power drill and reciprocating saw are needed for drilling and cutting.
78 ft-lbs. Apply Loctite Red to all bolt threads before tightening. Do not fully tighten fasteners until after checking collar rotation for bed interference.
The DH2203 is rated for 30,000 lbs Gross Towing Weight and 7,500 lbs tongue weight. However, you must not exceed your 2015-17 Ford F-150's maximum towing capacity per the vehicle owner's manual.
Yes, trailer brakes are required. This is a mandatory safety requirement.
Periodically clean dirt and debris from the ball and housing. Lubricate moderately with white lithium grease or equivalent. Paint cut frame edges to prevent rust.
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