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Electric Tongue Jack
Electric Tongue Jack

Having from 2,500 to 5,000 pounds of lifting capacity (depending on model), Electric Tongue Jacks are designed for the leveling and hitching of an RV and any trailer (e.g., cargo, stock, camping) with an A-frame coupler. Utilizing either a system of gears or a low-friction ball screw, most models run off the towing vehicle's battery, with raising/lowering accomplished via buttons or switches on the jack itself or by hand-held remote. Common features include: universal bolt pattern (fits all A-frame couplers), large foot plate (prevents sink-in on soft ground or asphalt), built-in leveling gauge, night light (for hitching/unhitching in the dark), and emergency hand crank (in case of battery failure).

Estimated Cost Cost range: $200-$350, depending on model

Limitations Limitations Addressed by Product: Upper extremity, Strength/endurance, Back


SourceBarker Manufacturing Company, Incorporated
1125 Watkins Road
Battle Creek, MI, 49015
Websitewww.barkermfg.com
Emailsales@barkermfg.com
Phone800-537-9940
269-965-2371
Fax269-965-2389

SourceHusky Towing Products
7930 S.W. Burns Way, Unit C
Wilsonville, OR, 97070
Websitewww.huskytow.com
Phone800-495-5858
877-544-4449
Fax855-242-8922

SourceUltra-Fab Products, Incorporated
57985 State Road 19 South
Elkhart, IN, 46517
Websitewww.ultra-fab.com
EmailWeb form
Phone574-294-7571
Fax800-860-4980
Est. Cost$200-$350, depending on model
Last updated: Apr 14, 2017


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