Steplite Hitch-Mounted Tailgate Step

The Steplite Hitch-Mounted Tailgate Step is a folding, hitch-mounted truck step that allows access to the pickup bed while the tailgate is down. Its fold-up design lets one tow a trailer while attached and includes a ball mount. Installation and removal is accomplished from any 2-inch receiver hitch. The Professional model features a steel frame with a 10- by 22-inch, anti-skid-surfaced step platform. The Outdoorsmen model comes with two swiveling halogen floodlights, three-way light switch, red LED stop lamp, stainless light panel, and cross tube. Both models have a 300-pound load rating and 6,000-pound towing capacity.

Cost: $300-$500

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity, Strength/endurance