Heininger 6011 Advantage SportsRack 2" Receiver Trailer Hitch Lock

by Heininger

Product Features

• Double nickel chrome plate
• Patented, pick-proof screw and lock security
• Flush locking design
• Made in the USA

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1 x 1 x 6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0032DBQHS
• Item model number: 6011
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #11,681 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #23 in Automotive > Exterior Accessories > Towing Products & Winches > Hitch Accessories > Hitch Locks

Product Description

The Heininger Advantage SportsRack Trailer Hitch Lock is great for securing your bike rack or trailer to the hitch. It has a 0.625" diameter and fits 2" x 2" trailer hitches (Class III and Class IV). Its inside width is 2.625" and has an overall length of 6". The weather-resistant lock features a covered key opening for added durability. It also comes with two keys for your safety and convenience.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent hitch lock ....., August 5, 2011

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thin41 "thin41" (KCMO, USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Heininger 6011 Advantage SportsRack 2" Receiver Trailer Hitch Lock (Automotive)

I found this to be a perfect hitch lock for my Jeep.
Fits my 2 inch square Curt hitch with no problems.
Others have complained of the rattle or loose fit on their bars
going into their receiver - Well it has to have
some clearance for differences in tolerances, etc. The actual gap around
the 2 inch square is about 3/32 - not bad.
I made up that gap with 2 layers of stair tread tape on all for sides
and this makes it fit nice and tight - in fact, I had to tap it in with
a rubber mallet, but now zero/ NO slop and firm all around.

On the lock itself, I received 2 keys and it works great and was able
to tighten about 3 turns and remove the key. The dust/ moisture cap is
tight, but can still be lifted off when needed. For the 1/8 inch gap on each side
of the lock, I picked up two, 5/8 inch inside diameter rubber washers
at the hardware store in the plumbing section and they fit tight on each
side of the lock against the bar; this makes the lock not rattle either
and fit tight. I give the lock 5 stars, hands down - good quality, good price,
and functions correctly.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid lock, April 25, 2011

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Hector33331 - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Heininger 6011 Advantage SportsRack 2" Receiver Trailer Hitch Lock (Automotive)

Looks solid and fits perfect on a 2" receiver! I found that it is easier to put on and take off if you take the key off your key ring so you can turn it faster without having your car/house keys get in the way.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Quality hitch lock, April 14, 2011

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C. Weaver (Franklin, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Heininger 6012 Advantage SportsRack 1.25" Receiver Trailer Hitch Lock (Automotive)

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The Heininger 6012 Advantage SportsRack 1.25" Receiver Trailer Hitch Lock appears to be well made and heavy duty. The lock operates smoothly and the threads are deeply cut and easy to thread. The lock cap and rubber knobs appear to be made with UV stable materials and should last a long time.
I highly recommend this lock for your hitch, I will leave it on mine 100% of the time.

My only concerns about the design is that the key rotates around several times when you unlock/remove the pin as the key must stay in the lock during the entire process. The problem with this is that any keyring the key is attached to will be spinning around and perhaps be a hindrance to unlocking the device as it could bind up in the confined area around the hitch pin lock.
The solution is to use the key without a ring, but that can make the key easy to loose.
I keep mine in a key box with with the spare tire tools.