Description
| Product Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Part Number / Series | Red handle variant |
| Size / Range | OA varies |
| SKU Count | See series |
| Material | Medium-carbon steel |
| Surface Finish | Red vinyl head + zinc shank |
| Heat Treatment | Standard |
| OE Reference | – |
| Compatible Brands | John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Kubota, Case IH, Fendt, Claas |
Part No: Red handle variant | Size: OA varies | Finish: Red vinyl head + zinc shank
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Product Overview
The Hitch Pin – Red Handle is a medium-carbon steel coupling pin with a high-visibility red vinyl head and zinc-plated shank. The red head colour provides immediate visual identification of pin position and status from a distance, which is particularly useful on shared-use contractor machinery, large fleet operations, and situations where multiple operators work on the same equipment across shifts.
Colour-coded pins are a practical solution to the problem of identifying which pins have been fitted and which positions are still open on equipment with multiple coupling points. The red head is visible from several metres in normal field lighting conditions, allowing a walkround inspection to confirm all pins are correctly fitted before moving the equipment or connecting a PTO drive.
Material Specification and Technical Detail
The Red Handle hitch pin uses the same medium-carbon steel shank and zinc plating specification as the standard L-HPH series. The red vinyl head is moulded over the pin head after all metal processing operations are complete, providing a durable grip surface that is heat-resistant and UV-stable for extended outdoor use. The vinyl does not affect the zinc plating on the shank.
The red vinyl coating is applied to meet a minimum thickness specification that provides adequate grip for gloved-hand operation while maintaining the overall head dimensions within the clearance envelope of the coupling bracket. The colour is stable under field conditions including fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid, and UV exposure at the intensity levels encountered in agricultural field operations.
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Application and Operating Environment
The Red Handle hitch pin is used in all standard hitch pin applications: drawbar coupling, implement mounting pins, and linkage retention. The red head is specified by operators who want a consistent visual confirmation method for pin security checks, particularly on equipment that is frequently coupled and uncoupled during the working day. Compatible with John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Kubota, Case IH, Fendt, and Claas.
A common application pattern is to use red handle pins for one specific coupling position across a fleet, allowing the operator or supervisor to confirm at a glance that all critical pins are in position without physically checking each one individually. This is particularly relevant on large implements with multiple coupling points or on trailer trains where several connections must be verified before road transport.
OEM Compatibility and Cross-Reference
The Red Handle hitch pin is dimensionally compatible with coupling pin applications from John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Kubota, Case IH, Fendt, and Claas. The shank dimensions match the equivalent standard hitch pin sizes, allowing the red handle version to be fitted wherever a standard pin of the same diameter is currently used.
The red handle pin can be mixed with standard and chain-retention variants within the same equipment, allowing colour-coding to be applied selectively to the coupling points that require the most reliable visual confirmation. Our 3-point hitch kit consolidates the most frequently replaced linkage components into a single order.
Installation Procedure
Follow the steps below for correct installation of the Hitch Pin – Red Handle in standard agricultural coupling applications.
Select the Correct Shank Diameter
Match the shank OA to the coupling hole as for any standard hitch pin. The red vinyl head does not affect shank dimensions.
Insert and Retain
Insert the pin and fit the retention device. The red head is designed to be gripped by hand or gloved hand during insertion and removal; do not use pliers on the vinyl head as this can deform the coating.
Confirm Visual Identification
After fitting, confirm the red head is visible from the intended inspection position. If the head is obscured by implement frame members, consider whether a different pin variant would be more practical for that position.
Inspect the Vinyl Head
Replace the pin if the vinyl head shows cracking, separation from the metal head, or significant colour fading that reduces its visibility. A damaged or faded head defeats the purpose of the colour-coding.
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Why Choose This Supplier
Direct Manufacturer Supply
All products sourced directly from controlled manufacturing facilities. Consistent quality batch to batch without distributor markup layers.
Verified Dimensional Conformance
Critical dimensions verified against OEM samples and published standards before catalogue listing. Data available on request.
Mixed-SKU Order Capability
Different part numbers and sizes combined in a single shipment. No per-SKU minimum quantities for standard stock items.
Technical Support
Part number cross-referencing and compatibility verification on request. Contact [email protected] for product-specific enquiries.
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Related Products
The following products are frequently ordered alongside the Hitch Pin – Red Handle for complete linkage system maintenance and service kits.
Hitch Pin H-Type
32 sizes, OA 9.5-32 mm, pre-fitted hair pin
Hitch Pin Locking Collar
26 sizes, OA 12.7-38 mm, positive lock
Hitch Pin Red Handle
High-visibility red vinyl head, zinc shank
Hitch Pin with Chain
Captive chain, hair pin retained during uncoupling
Linch Pins Standard Wire
23 sizes, OA 4.5-12 mm, zinc plated
Hair Pins
35 sizes, OA 1.8-8 mm, single-coil zinc plated
Customer Feedback
“We have been stocking the Hitch Pin – Red Handle for two seasons across our dealer network in Normandy. Fit to John Deere and Claas equipment has been exact and we have had zero returns on dimensional grounds. The zinc finish is holding up well through wet field conditions.”
Patrick F. – France
“The Hitch Pin – Red Handle is exactly what we needed for our contracting fleet. Fast implement changes are important when you are working to a tight harvest schedule, and having a pin that couples and uncouples reliably with one hand saves time on every field entry.”
Gareth W. – United Kingdom
“Good product and straightforward ordering process. The Hitch Pin – Red Handle covers all the pin sizes we need for our Fendt and New Holland machines. Packaging is solid and part numbers are clearly marked, which makes goods-in processing quick.”
Lars N. – Denmark
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