20T Truck Pintle Hook | CTA-016122
Wallace Forge specialises in safe and secure towing equipment.
Product Specifications
This pintle hook has a yellow horn and is designed to tow 75mm trailer ring couplings.
- Maximum ATM: 20,000kg
- Maximum D-Value: 80kN
- Component Type Approval Number: CTA-016120
- Hole Centres: 85mm x 45mm – Bolts 9/16 inch x 2.25 inch
- Minimum grade 8.8 bolt (not included)
Why is the D-Value important?
Towing capacity for Pintle Hooks is critical when selecting the right pintle hook, as it varies based on your truck and trailer’s weight.
Finally, the hitch rating is a force measurement obtained from dynamic testing (2,000,000 cycles at full load), during which maximum pressure is applied to the pintle hitch. In the case of the Couplemate 10t pintle hook pintle ring on the right-hand side in the image, the “D-Value” is 49 kN.
Mismatched towing components wear and break prematurely.
- Attain Trailer Weight
- Attain Truck GVM
- Select the correct D-value from the chart below
- Install the Pintle Hook into the 85 mm x 45 mm hole spacings.
- Failing to select the correct D-value for your truck/trailer combination will cause excessive component wear.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two forces are acting on a pintle hook; they are
- D-value is the horizontal force required to tow a trailer.
- S-Value is the downward vertical force on the trailer on the tow bar.
What is a CTA Number?
Road vehicle regulation in Australia started a new era on 1 July 2021. The CRN and SARN system was replaced by the Component Type Approval to demonstrate regulatory compliance. It’s essentially a certificate.
Read more in our technical article: Introduction to Road Vehicle Compliance (CTA)
What spare parts are available?
Each unit includes high-tensile bolts, spring washers, and nuts.
- Spare Mounting Hardware
- Spare Pintle Safety Chain Clasp
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- 84kN x 16.5t Truck Pintle Hook CTA-045955
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: What are the capacity limits of the CTA-016122 pintle hook?
A: This heavy-duty truck pintle hook features a D-Value rating of 80kN and a maximum gross trailer weight capacity of 20 tonnes (20t). - Q: What types of towing applications is this hook designed for?
A: It is ideal for heavy commercial trucking, agricultural transport, and industrial towing where a robust mechanical connection is required. - Q: Is this hook compliant with vehicle safety standards?
A: Yes, the CTA-016122 model is designed and rated to meet strict commercial towing standards. Always verify local transport regulation compliance before installation.
Do’s (Best Practices)
- Do check the pintle hook, safety pin, and latch system for wear or damage before every single trip.
- Do use high-tensile mounting bolts (Grade 8 or equivalent) and torque them to the manufacturer’s exact specifications.
- Do keep the towing connection well-lubricated with commercial-grade grease to reduce friction and prolong equipment life.
- Do always lock the tethered safety pin securely in place once the lunette ring is coupled over the hook.
Don’ts (Safety Warnings)
- Don’t ever exceed the 80kN D-value or the 20t aggregate towing capacity, as overloading can cause structural failure.
- Don’t operate the vehicle if the latch mechanisms are jammed, loose, or fail to click firmly into a locked position.
- Don’t perform unauthorised welding or heat treatments on the hook assembly, as this can severely weaken the forged steel.
- Don’t overlook the vehicle’s own towing limits; ensure your truck chassis and mounting plate are also rated to handle a 20-tonne load.
Additional information
| Weight | 6 kg |
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| Dimensions | 20 × 20 × 20 cm |
Our Service Lifetime Warranty
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
Couplemate™ is a manufacturer and vendor of high-quality towing, trailer, and caravan components. Couplemate™ Core Goods and Custom Work are guaranteed to be free of defects for the service lifetime of the product when used as intended.
Warranties are non-transferrable and Couplemate™ requires satisfactory proof of purchase prior to issuing a remedy. The full Couplemate™ Warranty Policy can be found in the Terms & Conditions: Section 8 – Consumer Guarantees & Warranty.
Warranties are in addition to your rights under the Australian Consumer Law. If something is wrong with your order, please contact our team.
60-Day Returns
After 60 years of experience, we know that life has its unpredictable moments.
All Couplemate™ orders (online, over the phone, or in-store) have a 60 day period for change-of-mind returns and exchanges. There are some items that can’t be returned and some returns may incur a 15% restocking fee.
You can view our full policy for change-of-mind returns here.
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