Maypole Tow Ball – 50mm (500A)

Description

Genuine Maypole · Part no. 500A

The Maypole 500A is a standard 50mm flange towball, E approved, rated at a D value of 17.2kN with a 350kg nose weight guide, and drilled for M16 bolts at 90mm centres. It is the everyday replacement for a worn or damaged flange ball on most cars that tow a caravan or trailer.

Good to know

• How do I know it fits my towbar? Measure the bolt holes on the towbar's flange: this ball needs two M16 bolts at 90mm centres, and some towbars also use a different pattern, so check before buying.
• Is the 350kg nose weight what I can put on it? Only up to the lowest of three limits: this ball's 350kg, your car's maximum nose weight in the handbook, and the trailer's own limit.
• Will the trailer sit level? With the car loaded, the centre of a 50mm ball should be between 350mm and 420mm from the ground; if it sits too low or high, a drop plate brings it into range.

Which one?

For more clearance behind a bumper or for a stabiliser, the Maypole 5005BA is a high-reach ball with the same D17.2 S350 rating; the Maypole 079 is a zinc-coated alternative.

Key features

• 50mm flange towball
• E approved
• 17.2kN D value
• 350kg nose weight guide
• M16 holes at 90mm centres

Specification