The Factor 55 Hitchlink 2.5 fits a vehicle's 2.5" receiver and easily converts your vehicle's hitch receiver into a recovery point. The 2.5 hitchlink is rated at 18,000 pounds with ultimate failure at 69,000 pounds. They also fit common 3/4-inch (7/8" pin) screw pin shackles or soft shackles up to 1/2-inch. Simply slide the shackle mount into receiver opening and secure with hitch pin (not included). The Factor 55 Hitchlinks are available for 2", 2.5", and 3" receivers and are machined radius on shackle mount hole for soft shackle compatibility. They are also all made from lightweight, super-strong CNC-machined 6000 series aluminum, and are engineered, tested, and made in USA.