When choosing bent hitch pins, don’t forget to check the material from which they are made. Different types of bent hitch pins are made of different materials. Most of them are metal wire. They consist of metal wire that’s formed and manipulated into the shape of the letter R. With that said, the specific type of metal from which they are made varies. Some bent hitch pins are made of carbon steel, whereas others are made of stainless steel.

Bent hitch pins, of course, are available in different sizes as well. You’ll need to choose a size based on the parts with which you use them. Pay attention to the pin diameter, hole diameter and length when choosing bent hitch pins.

You can also find bent hitch pins in different finishes. The finish is the outer layer. It essentially covers the underlying material from which a bent hitch pin is made. Common finishes for bent hitch pins include zinc and vinyl. Both zinc and vinyl finishes are designed to protect against corrosion.