Dexter Marine Products 099-175-00 DX7.5 Drop-N-Go Hydraulic Surge Brake Actuator Drum Brakes 7,500 lbs

The Dexter DX7.5 Drop-N-Go is a hydraulic surge brake actuator designed specifically for drum brake trailer applications with a 7,500-pound capacity. This actuator synchronizes your trailer brakes with your tow vehicle brakes by utilizing the momentum and surge of the trailer pushing toward the vehicle during deceleration.

Key Features:

• Drop-N-Go auto-latch coupler automatically locks onto 2-inch hitch balls, even in the closed position
• All-aluminum master cylinder is resistant to corrosion
• Zinc plated finish provides protection against salt water and road salt
• Built-in dampening shock absorber retards telescoping shock against the hitch ball
• Rollers fitted with grease fittings for easy maintenance and extended actuator life
• Wide mouth reservoir hole deters brake fluid spillage when filling
• Heavy-duty vinyl coated coiled emergency stop cable with stainless steel S-hook included

Specifications:

• Fits 2-inch hitch ball
• Mounts to 3-inch wide trailer tongues with bolt holes 3 inches on center
• Maximum capacity: 7,500 pounds
• Maximum vertical load: 750 pounds
• Bolt-on installation (mounting hardware not included)
• Requires 1/2-inch mounting hardware

This actuator replaces the discontinued Tie Down Engineering model 750E after Dexter acquired Tie Down. It serves as a direct replacement for common Model 60 actuators that were popular in the 1990s. Note: Reverse lockout solenoid sold separately.