Shocker Gooseneck Air Hitch vs. Gen-Y Hitch

Comparing Shocker Air to Gen-Y’s Spartan Torsion-Flex

Shocker Gooseneck Surge Air Hitch Comparison to Gen-Y Spartan Torsion-Flex Gooseneck Hitch

Here is a quick transparent guide on how our Shocker Gooseneck Surge Air Gooseneck Hitch compares to the Gen-Y Spartan Torsion-Flex Gooseneck Hitch. This guide is to show you how our Shocker Gooseneck Surge Air Hitch will give you the safest and smoothest towing that you deserve.

Shocker Hitch LogoShocker Gooseneck Surge Air Hitch & Shift Lock Coupler™Gen-Y Spartan Torsion-Flex Gooseneck with SnapLatch Coupler
Price$1,249.99 – $1,279.99* (30K regular coupler)
$1,349.99 – $1,399.99* (30K 9″ extension coupler)
$1,299.99 – $1,399.99* (40K 3″ coupler)
$1,031.97 – $1,318.97*
Towing Capacity30,000 lbs. GTW / 7,000 lbs. TW (regular coupler)
30,000 lbs. GTW / 6,000 lbs. TW (offset coupler)
40,000 lbs. GTW / 8,000 lbs. TW (3″ coupler)
25,000 lbs. GTW / 4,500 lbs. TW (round stem)
25,000 lbs. GTW / 6,500 lbs. TW (round stem)
25,000 lbs. GTW / 8,500 lbs. TW (round stem)
25,000 lbs. GTW / 4,500 lbs. TW (square stem)
30,000 lbs. GTW / 6,500 lbs. TW (square stem)
30,000 lbs. GTW / 8,500 lbs. TW (square stem)
Air Ride TechnologyYes – fully adjustable air ride systemNo – rubber Torsion-Flex cords
Bump CushionsYes – dual urethaneNo
Instant Smooth RideYes – air up and goNo – takes 1,000 miles or more to break in
Product Weight95 lbs. – 105 lbs.* (regular coupler)
105 lbs. – 115 lbs.* (offset coupler)
105 lbs. – 115 lbs.* (3″ coupler)
110 lbs. – 135 lbs.*
Trailer Weight AdjustableYesNo
Coupler Style30K Shift Lock™ for 2-5/16″ ball
30K 9″ Offset Shift Lock™ for 2-5/16″ ball
40K Shift Lock™ for 3″ ball
SnapLatch for 2-5/16″ ball
Manufacturers Limited WarrantyYesYes
Optional Lifetime WarrantyNoAdd $99
Rubber Cord Maintenance NoYes
Smooth Ride ImprovementPriceless?
Smoother Towing GuaranteedYesNo
Engineering Degree Required?NoYes
*price & weight depends stem & coupler configuration

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