The Maypole MP500B Heavy Duty 50mm Towball – Silver is a premium-quality towing ball designed to deliver outstanding strength, durability and safety for a wide range of towing applications. Manufactured to meet UN/ECE Regulation 55, this heavy-duty towball is fully E Approved, giving you complete confidence that it meets the latest European safety and performance standards for road use. It is one of Maypole's highest-rated standard towballs, making it an excellent choice for caravans, trailers, horseboxes and commercial towing applications.
Featuring a D Value of 17.2kN and an impressive S Value of 350kg, the MP500B is engineered to handle demanding towing conditions while maintaining exceptional strength and reliability. Its 50mm towball complies with industry standards and is compatible with the vast majority of UK and European trailer couplings.
The towball incorporates standard 90mm fixing centres with two M16 mounting bolt holes, allowing straightforward installation onto compatible flange-mounted towbars. Its durable silver finish provides excellent corrosion resistance while maintaining a professional appearance, making it suitable for year-round use in all weather conditions.
For safe installation, Maypole recommends using BS3692 Grade 8.8 high-tensile bolts with lock washers, tightened to 240Nm, with the fixing torque checked after first use and inspected regularly thereafter. Whether you're towing a touring caravan, boat trailer or commercial trailer, the MP500B provides dependable performance backed by Maypole's trusted reputation for towing equipment.
