Product details
New Maypole MP84 50mm ball and pin hitch – silver towball
After a robust, approved hitch that won’t faff about? The Maypole MP84 combined ball-and-pin hitch is a tidy, no-nonsense solution for commercial vehicles and vans that tow trailers with a towing eye or hitch. It’s the updated replacement for the familiar MP82, so swapping over is straightforward — same approved load figures and the same mounting pattern.
Key benefits
The MP84 brings a few practical wins: solid build for regular use, recognised approval to Reg 55 so it won’t catch you out at inspections, and easy fitting with two M16 bolts at 90mm centres. In short: less time under the van, more time getting on with the job. No awkward adapters, no fiddly bits.
Specifications and what they mean for you
- 50mm ball and pin combined – fits standard hitch trailers and towing eyes.
- D value 20.2kN and S value 350kg – these are the dynamic and static load ratings the hitch is designed to handle.
- Approved to Regulation 55 – legally tested for on-road use.
- Suitable for towing trailers up to 3.5 tonne – covers most vans and light commercial needs.
- Fixing: 2 x M16 bolts, 90mm fixing centres – matches common mounting patterns, making replacement or upgrade quick and simple.
Installation, compatibility and common uses
The MP84 is typically fitted to commercial vehicles and light commercials and is ideal for tradespeople, hire fleets or anyone who regularly tows box trailers, plant trailers or general-purpose trailers with a towing eye. Installation is straightforward if your vehicle already has the matching mounting points (2 x M16 bolts at 90mm centres). If you’re unsure about fit, have a quick check of your towbar flange or speak to a fitter before buying.
Practical notes and everyday reassurance
This hitch is built for proper working life, so expect it to cope with regular coupling and uncoupling without unnecessary wear. The silver towball finish looks smart and gives reasonable corrosion resistance, but for long-term protection give fittings a quick once-over and grease moving parts now and then. Don’t forget to check the S and D values against your trailer’s specs and your towing vehicle’s weight to keep everything safe and legal.
Quick technical summary
- Brand: Maypole (BITS4REASONS supply)
- Model: MP84 (new model, direct equivalent to MP82)
- Ball size: 50mm
- Approval number: E11 55R 0111231
- D value: 20.2kN; S value: 350kg
- Max trailer weight: up to 3.5 tonne
- Mounting: 2 x M16 bolts, 90mm centres
- Item weight (approx): 4.01 kg
If you’ve any doubts about compatibility or towing limits, it’s sensible to double-check your vehicle paperwork or ask a qualified fitter. That way everything stays safe, legal and stress-free — job done when it comes to hooking up your trailer.