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An adjustable ball mount that combines multiple ball sizes with a stow-under-the-bumper design for trucks towing more than one trailer.
This review is based on current manufacturer information and practical RV considerations; RVGearScout has not performed hands-on testing on this unit.
Quick verdict
The B&W Tow & Stow Tri-Ball is built for drivers who need to change coupler height or ball size without maintaining a pile of separate mounts. The head adjusts vertically, the ball assembly rotates among sizes, and the assembly can be turned beneath the vehicle when it is not towing.
That versatility is only valuable when the exact model matches the receiver, required rise or drop, coupler height, and trailer rating. Tow & Stow products come in several receiver and height configurations, so the “5-inch drop” description is not enough to establish compatibility or capacity.
How it fits an RV setup
Measure on level ground with the tow vehicle and trailer at their normal loaded attitudes. Compare receiver height with the bottom of the level trailer coupler, then select the ball position that keeps the trailer level. Suspension squat, tire changes, and cargo can alter the final result.
Confirm the receiver opening size, the shank’s permitted pin-hole use, the ball diameter required by the coupler, and the rating marked for that ball and position. The lowest-rated component in the entire chain—vehicle, receiver, ball mount, ball, coupler, or trailer—sets the towing limit.
What stands out
- Vertical adjustment helps one truck serve trailers with different coupler heights.
- A rotating Tri-Ball reduces separate hardware to store and misplace.
- The mount can stow under the bumper when not towing.
- Steel construction is designed for demanding receiver-hitch use.
Stowing is the distinguishing everyday feature. It reduces shin-level projection behind the truck and leaves the mount with the vehicle, though local rules and clearance around sensors or accessories should still be considered.
Limitations and checks
Adjustable joints and pins must be installed exactly as directed and checked before every tow. Dirt, corrosion, or paint damage can make adjustments harder over time. Keep the mechanism clean, follow B&W’s lubrication guidance, and never substitute unapproved pins or hardware.
This is a ball mount, not weight distribution or sway control. Heavy or long travel trailers may require a properly selected weight-distribution system based on the tow vehicle and trailer manufacturers’ limits. Also verify tailgate, spare-tire, and ground clearance at every adjustment.
Who should buy it?
Choose it if one tow vehicle regularly pulls trailers with different ball sizes or coupler heights. A fixed ball mount is lighter and simpler when the combination never changes, while a weight-distribution hitch serves a different need.
Bottom line
The Tow & Stow Tri-Ball turns frequent hitch changes into a quick adjustment, but the correct receiver size, height range, and marked ratings must be verified before the convenience counts.
Check current B&W Tow & Stow 5 inch drop Tri-Ball hitch availability on Amazon.
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Research note: Product details were checked against B&W Tow & Stow product information. Confirm the current manual, specifications, compatibility, and warranty before purchase or installation.
Image note: Editorial use-case photo by Zanelle Lofty-Eaton on Unsplash. It illustrates the use context and may not depict the exact product reviewed.