How Strong Do Magnetic Hitch Holders Need to Be to Hold Pins Securely?

For a standard 2” ball mount hitch with pins, you need enough magnetic force to hold 10-15 lbs securely against vibration, road bumps, and lateral movement at highway speeds.

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The Mag Hitch Pro uses three 120-lb neodymium magnets for a combined 360 lbs of magnetic pull force. Mounted vertically on a steel bed wall, the magnets work against shear force — which is still more than enough to hold your hitch rock solid through every condition you’ll encounter on the road. Extensively real-world tested.

What the numbers mean in practice:

• Three 120-lb neodymium magnets per unit

• Tested with a loaded draw hitch for one full week of daily driving

• Zero movement reported across all real-world tests

What reduces holding strength:

• Dirty or wet contact surfaces — wipe both the magnet face and bed wall before mounting

• Curved mounting surfaces — the magnets need flat steel contact

• Extremely thick spray-in liners — test with a regular magnet first

For heavier 2.5” hitch assemblies, the Mag Hitch Pro HD uses four magnets for increased shear resistance and a larger footprint. Available at printtweakbuild.com.