Heininger 4045 HitchMate TruckStep for 2" Receiver

by Heininger

Product Features

• Retractable step that extends 23.5" from your receiver hitch
• Heavy-duty 500 lb capacity
• Mounts to any 2" hitch receiver
• Installs in seconds with lockable hitch pin
• Non-slip finish and step and limited lifetime warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 25 x 10 x 7 inches ; 20.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 20.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0002Z9O6O
• Item model number: 4045
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #50,456 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #52 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Running Boards & Steps > Step Rails

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The Heininger HitchMate TruckStep is a receiver hitch housed, extendable and retractable step at the rear of your truck that ensures that you are able to step into your truck bed when loading and unloading. Usable whether the tailgate is up or down, the HitchMate TruckStep mounts to any 2" hitch receiver, extends to 23.5", supports up to 500 lbs and is designed to be slip free to ensure safe use under virtually any condition. Additional features include: a rubber-padded step, an included lockable hitch pin for installation in seconds and a limited lifetime warranty.

An extra step when needed.
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An Extra Step Around Your Truck Bed When You Need It

Successfully and safely loading and unloading heavy cargo onto or from a truck, especially on your own, is all about taking advantage of the leverage available when you need it. But what do you do when you don't have any - for instance, while moving something heavy have you ever needed a step into your truck bed when the tailgate was down only to realize at the crucial moment that you can't quite manage it? That can be a real problem, but thankfully one which is solved by the HitchMate TruckStep.

The HitchMate TruckStep is a versatile step that provides access to your truck with the tailgate up or down. The TruckStep extends 23.5" from your receiver so you can step in and out of your truck with a down tailgate. The HitchMate TruckStep is designed for use with 2" X 2" hitch receivers and with safety in mind, the step flips up and out of the way when not in use and even comes with a HitchMate Lockable Quickpin for extra security.

Slides from and is housed in your 2" x 2" receiver hitch and locks securely away when not in use.
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Heavy-Duty, Slip-Free Design

Designed to both last and perform under pressure, the HitchMate TruckStep is constructed from heavy-duty steel and finished with rust-repellent zinc plating. It also features a slip-free rubber pad built into the step for secure footing in virtually any condition.

Key Features

• Extends 23.5" from your receiver hitch
• Heavy-duty 500 lb capacity
• Mounts to any 2" receiver
• Installs in seconds with lockable hitch pin
• Limited lifetime warranty

What's in the Box

• 1-HitchMate TruckStep
• 1-HitchMate QuickPin

Accessories Available (sold separately)

• 2" Hitch Lock

Limited Lifetime Warranty

Heininger HitchMate units are backed by a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects, administered at the discretion of Heininger. This warranty applies only to the original purchaser of the unit.

About Heininger Holdings, LLC

Heininger is an American company and environmentally conscious. Headquartered in Bellingham, Washington USA, Heininger is driven to create products that truly enhance and revolutionize the consumer road travel experience, while maintaining responsible standards aimed at limiting the destruction of natural resources worldwide and the reduction of unnecessary waste in the manufacturing process.

Product Description

HitchMate is a versatile step that provides access to your tuck with the tailgate up or down. The TruckStep extends 23.5" from your receiver so you can step in your truck with a down tailgate. Fits 2X2 hitches. The step flips up and out of the way when not in use. Comes with a HitchMate Lockable Quickpin.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplifies access to truck bed, April 13, 2010

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D. Matheny (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Heininger 4045 HitchMate TruckStep for 2" Receiver (Misc.)

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My father-in-law drives a Silverado and he is in and out of the bed all the time since he keeps a wheel chair back there for his wife. His knees aren't what they used to be, so this tends to be a major pain.

Anyway, last week we put a HitchMate TruckStep on his receiver and he's been using it ever since. The install only took a few minutes and was easy to do. The step itself folds up when not in use and extends about 2 feet when needed. This is one of those simple ideas that really works.

After a week of use, he says he couldn't live without it - so I guess that means he likes it!

*** UPDATE 10/20/2010 ***

I just thought I'd add that my father-in-law still mentions this step pretty much every time I see him. It's getting LOTS of use and is still holding up and working great!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Gotta Truck or SUV? You'll Love it, April 13, 2010

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John N. Schear "cxxi121" (Roanoke, Virginia United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Heininger 4045 HitchMate TruckStep for 2" Receiver (Misc.)

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At first blush I thought I had a ringer but was I surprised and happy with my new HitchMate. The clincher was a buddy has one on his pick up and it works wonderfully and far better than I could have dreamed. On it went and with ease I add joyfully. In the background was a little urchin suggesting that I would mess up the installation, as usual; however, the Tool Guy was looking over my good shoulder and it went on without a (this is awful) hitch. Please forgive me for that. How does it work, you asked? Well, just downright perfectly. There was little funny about watching a big old chunk trying to load a bunch of bags of mulch or stuff in the back while trying to reach farther than the body could handle and getting up was not an option thanks to defective knees. The HitchMate provided the perfect tool for the tasks and boy did I hear it from the knees. Those knobby devils were clapping and slapping their cartiledges as if they could do some happy talk. When done it was a simple slid to store the step in its receiver and on we go to the next task. I do not use it a lot; however, I use it far more than I would have expected and therefore making it a fantastic addition to the tool bag.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Love it!, November 2, 2010

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Orin - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Heininger 4045 HitchMate TruckStep for 2" Receiver (Misc.)

I love this step! Was a bit concerned after reading a few reviews that stated the step was plastic. However, I was pleased to find that the step was only "covered" with a plastic tread cover over a metal bent plate that appears to be quite sturdy. I've had several comments from others that have seen it - all positive and envious.