5/8 Inch Zinc-Plated Steel Coupling Pin

5/8-inch hitch pin: the small part that holds the whole hitch together

No one ever talks about the hitch pin until the day it goes missing. Yet it is what holds the ball mount in the receiver, and therefore the trailer to the car. This 5/8 hitch pin made of zinc-plated steel comes with its safety clip and follows the standard market size. Did you lose yours at a highway rest area, or did rust eventually seize it in the tube? Here is a new one, designed to be handled without pinching your fingers.

A 105-degree bend that serves as a handle

The detail that sets this trailer hitch pin apart from basic models is its 105-degree bend. This angle creates a real handle: you can grab it with your whole hand, push it in with one motion, and pull it out without tools, even with gloves on or wet hands. It also plays a mechanical role: the angle prevents the pin from popping out on its own due to vibration and keeps it firmly engaged in the hitch and the ball mount.

Two finishes are available, silver or black, depending on whether you prefer to spot the pin at a glance or have it disappear under the shield.

Zinc-plated steel: the finish that determines whether you will pull it out in three years

A hitch pin lives outside, in a tube that holds water and road salt: it is the most corrosive place on the entire vehicle. Its durable zinc-plated finish deposits a sacrificial layer of zinc that oxidizes instead of the steel and greatly delays the appearance of rust. The body is made of high-strength solid steel, sized to withstand shear stress when the trailer pulls or brakes. The included safety clip snaps onto the opposite end and prevents any accidental removal while driving.

• 5/8-inch hitch pin — the standard size for receivers and ball mounts
• 105-degree bend — natural handle, tool-free insertion and removal
• Corrosion-resistant zinc-plated steel — it won't rust shut in its housing
• Safety clip included — mechanical locking against road vibrations
• Two finishes — silver for visibility, black for discretion

Installing the pin in a 2-inch receiver

The procedure takes three steps. First, insert your ball mount or hitch accessory into the vehicle's receiver. Next, align the side holes of the tube with those in the shank. Finally, push the hitch pin all the way through and place the clip on the protruding end. A quick check by pulling on the accessory confirms that everything is locked. This pin is designed for 2-inch shanks with a 5/8-inch hole; check these two dimensions on your equipment before ordering.

Single pin or lockable pin: which should you choose?

It all depends on what you leave on the hitch. A clip pin like this is the fastest and most mechanically reliable solution: nothing can seize or jam, and it can be handled with one hand in the rain. However, it does not prevent anyone from removing your accessory once the vehicle is parked. If you leave a cargo carrier or ball mount in place for several days, supplement it with a keyed hitch pin lock. Many users keep both: the clip pin for everyday use, the lockable version for extended stops.

Small hitch parts are just as important as large ones

Becquet Voiture lists both hitch heads and extensions as well as towing accessories costing just a few dozen euros, because a set is only as good as its weakest link. Here, the size, material, and contents are clearly stated, allowing you to compare before buying. Have a question about the hole in your shank? Our French team will answer you.

Put a new pin in your receiver and get back to towing without worry on your next trip.

Type: Hitch pin with safety clip
Diameter: 5/8 inch
Shape: 105-degree bend forming a handle
Material: Zinc-plated steel
Available finishes: Silver or Black
Compatibility: Ball mounts and hitch accessories with a 2-inch shank with a 5/8-inch hole — check before installation
Use: Trailers, caravans, cargo carriers, and off-road use
Contents: 1 hitch pin with its clip