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Eskimo Grab Handle Hitch Pin
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SKU: WX2*0748278
Overview
Built for anglers and hunters who move sled-style shelters between access points, this hitch pin combines towing and hand-pull convenience in one compact piece. The large grab handle makes it easier to install and remove from a receiver, while the attached locking security pin helps keep the connection secure during use with motorized transport like a UTV, ATV, or snowmobile. When the job is done, the pin folds back into the handle for more compact storage. Its 1/2" diameter is designed to fit most tow hitches, including all Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear tow hitch models.
Why Hunters Choose the Eskimo
Large Grab
Handle makes installing and removing
Works Most
Most tow hitches, including all
Handle Can
Help maneuver sled-style shelters by
Functions As
Standard pin for motorized transport
Attached Security
Pin helps keep the connection
Key Features
- Multi-function hitch pin designed to work with most tow hitches.
- Large grab handle helps install and remove the pin quickly.
- Handle can help maneuver sled-style shelters by hand when connected to a tow hitch.
- Acts as a standard pin for motorized transport like UTVs, ATVs, and snowmobiles.
- Permanently attached locking security pin helps keep the connection secure.
- 1/2-inch diameter fits most tow hitches, including all Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear tow hitch models.
- Pin folds into the handle for compact storage.
Best Used For
- Ice anglers moving sled-style shelters by hand across the ice
- UTV or snowmobile users needing a standard hitch pin connection
- Anyone wanting quicker hitch pin installation and removal at the receiver
- Users who prefer compact storage with a folding grab-handle design
- Eskimo tow hitch owners needing a 1/2-inch pin fit
Specifications
| Compatible With Most Tow Hitches | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fits All Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear Tow Hitch Models | Yes |
| Folding Design | Pin folds into handle |
| Hand Pull Capability | Yes |
| Handle | Large grab handle |
| Motorized Transport Compatible | Yes |
| Multi Function | Yes |
| Pin Diameter | 1/2" |
| Security Pin | Attached |
| Storage | Compact storage |
| Use With Sled Style Shelters | Yes |
Pros
- Large grab handle makes installing and removing the hitch pin quick and easy.
- Works with most tow hitches, including all Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear tow hitch models.
- Handle can help maneuver sled-style shelters by hand when connected to a tow hitch.
- Functions as a standard pin for motorized transport like UTVs, ATVs, and snowmobiles.
- Attached security pin helps keep the connection secure and reduces the chance of misplacing it.
- Pin folds into the handle for compact storage when not in use.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- The 1/2" diameter is designed to fit most tow hitches, but compatibility still depends on the receiver and hitch setup you’re using.
- Its hand-pull function is specific to sled-style shelters, so it adds value mainly if you move shelters manually as well as with a machine.
- The pin folds into the handle for compact storage, but that also means the handle is part of the working design rather than a separate, low-profile pin.
- The attached security pin helps prevent loss, but it is permanently attached, so it is not a fully separate locking accessory.
Suggested Comparisons
- Tow hitch accessories
- Ice shelter transport accessories
- ATV and snowmobile hitch pins
- Sled shelter towing accessories
Suggested Accessories
- Tow hitch receiver lock
- Hitch pin clip
- Sled shelter tow strap
- Utility vehicle hitch accessory
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this hitch pin work with most tow hitches?
Yes. The product is described as designed to work with most tow hitches, and it has a 1/2" diameter to fit most tow hitches, including all Eskimo Ice Fishing Gear tow hitch models.
Can it be used to pull a sled-style shelter by hand?
Yes. When connected to a tow hitch, the handle can be used to maneuver sled-style shelters or pull them on the ice by hand.
Does it still function as a standard hitch pin for motorized transport?
Yes. The description says it acts as a standard pin when used with motorized transport such as a UTV, snowmobile, or ATV.
Is there a separate security pin to keep track of?
No. The locking security pin is permanently attached to the hitch pin, so it is not a separate piece to manage.
How does it store when not in use?
The pin folds back into the handle for compact storage.