---
product_id: 3745431
title: "Boat Trailer Step"
brand: "hitchmate"
price: "R1800"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3745431-boat-trailer-step
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Non-slip 5-inch wide platform Universal fit up to 3x5 inch frame Heavy-duty steel build Boat Trailer Step

**Brand:** hitchmate
**Price:** R1800
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚤 Step Up Your Boat Game — Access Made Effortless!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Boat Trailer Step by hitchmate
- **How much does it cost?** R1800 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/3745431-boat-trailer-step)

## Best For

- hitchmate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted hitchmate brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact Yet Mighty:** Lightweight 10 lbs design won’t weigh down your trailer
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Fits most trailer frames up to 3" x 5" — no guesswork needed
- • **Secure Step, Confident Moves:** Non-slip surface ensures safe boarding even in wet conditions
- • **Effortless Access, Every Time:** Mounts in minutes for instant boatboard convenience
- • **Built to Last, Built for Safety:** Powder-coated alloy steel resists rust and wear

## Overview

The HitchMate Boat Trailer Step is a durable, powder-coated steel step designed to fit trailer frames up to 3" x 5". Weighing just 10 pounds, it installs quickly and provides a secure, non-slip 5-inch platform for safe and easy boat access during launching and recovery.

## Description

Access your trailered boat with the Trailer Step Mounts on your trailer frame or tongue creating a versatile step Made of powder coated steel with a non slip 5-inch platform Mounts fit up to a 3-inch x 5-inch trailer frame Includes mounting hardware Non-slip step surface 5-inch wide step Powder coated finish

## Features

- HitchMate Boat Step Allows for easy convenient access to your boat
- Fit Type: Universal Fit for up to a 3-inch x 5-inch trailer frame MAX
- Easily Installs in minutes
- Heavy duty all steel construction
- Safely get in and out of boat when launching and recovering

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | HitchMate |
| Item Weight | 10 Pounds |
| Vehicle Service Type | Marine-Personal-Craft, Trailer |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Finish Type | Powder Coated |
| Manufacturer | Heininger |
| UPC | 661588040361 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00661588040361 |
| Model | HitchMate Boat Trailer Step |
| Item Weight | 10 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 4 x 6 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | 4036 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Exterior | Painted |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 4036 |
| Lift Type | Step |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** HitchMate
- **Item Weight:** 10 Pounds
- **Vehicle Service Type:** Marine-Personal-Craft, Trailer
- **Material:** Alloy Steel
- **Finish Type:** Powder Coated

## Images

![Boat Trailer Step - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71yw33vqy3L.jpg)
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![Boat Trailer Step - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WqUEhwQ-L.jpg)
![Boat Trailer Step - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61STcIQ6zJL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Durable
*by C***D on July 9, 2024*

Been having it on for 3 months. Very durable and easy to install.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Trailer step
*by B***  on June 9, 2024*

Easy to access from boat to hitch up

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strong steps
*by S***G on August 8, 2023*

Being a bit over weight I was sceptical about these steps a bought a second one also and couldn't be more pleased with them .strong steps and quick delivery

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-02-22*