CURT Class 1 Ball Mount for 1-1/4-In Receiver — 2,000 lb Capacity, 1-1/4" Drop/5/8" Rise

This compact CURT ball mount is built for light towing tasks like small utility trailers, canoe carriers and compact-cargo loads. CNC-formed steel and robotic welds give consistent fitment for 1-1/4-inch x 1-1/4-inch receivers; a durable black powder coat protects the finish from road elements. The 6-3/4-inch overall length with a 1-1/4-inch drop and 5/8-inch rise provides a small range of vertical adjustment to help achieve a level tow in common vehicle combinations.

Will this ball mount fit my vehicle's receiver?

If your hitch receiver measures 1-1/4" x 1-1/4", this CURT 45018 will slide into the tube and secure with a standard hitch pin. It’s a Class 1 shank designed for industry-standard compact hitch receivers on many smaller cars, minivans and crossovers.

• Shank size: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4" to match Class 1 receivers
• Rounded shank for easier insertion and alignment
• Secures with a hitch pin or locking pin (sold separately)

How much weight can this CURT ball mount tow safely?

This ball mount is rated for a gross trailer weight of 2,000 pounds and a tongue weight of 200 pounds. Always obey the lowest-rated component in the towing system — vehicle, hitch, ball mount and trailer — to determine safe limits.

• Gross trailer weight capacity: 2,000 lb (subject to lowest-rated component)
• Tongue weight capacity: 200 lb for stable towing
• Uses a 3/4" hitch ball shank (ball sold separately)

What mounting heights and fit options does it offer?

The 45018 includes a modest 1-1/4" drop and a 5/8" rise, providing slight vertical adjustment to help align trailer and vehicle pitch. With a 6-3/4" overall length, it’s compact and keeps trailers close to the vehicle’s bumper, useful for tight garages and low-clearance parking.

• Drop: 1-1/4" to lower trailer tongue relative to receiver
• Rise: 5/8" to raise tongue when needed
• Length: 6-3/4" for compact fit and reduced overhang

How durable is the finish and construction?

CURT builds this mount from high-strength steel with CNC forming and robotic welding for consistent tolerances. A high-gloss black powder coat resists corrosion, chips and UV exposure so the mount holds up under seasonal road conditions.

• Material: high-strength CNC-formed steel for reliable structure
• Welds: robotic welding for repeatable strength and fit
• Coating: black powder coat resists rust, road salts and abrasion

Who is this for? This CURT Class 1 ball mount is intended for drivers who tow light loads from compact cars, small crossovers, minivans or full-size cars equipped with 1-1/4" receivers. It suits weekend boat or canoe haulers, small utility trailers and occasional light towing where a compact, corrosion-resistant, factory-quality mount is preferred. Remember to match capacities with your vehicle and trailer to ensure safe towing.