This design incorporates elements of the iconic Gadsden Flag theme, featuring the American flag alongside a coiled snake, the "Don't Tread on Me" message, and "Liberty or Death" text for a bold patriotic design.
Each HMC Billet UV printed hitch cover is precision machined from 6061 aluminum and is 3/8-inch thick, featuring a powder-coated finish with a detailed, full-color design applied directly to the billet.
Each UV printed hitch cover receives three coats of automotive clear coat to seal and protect the printed surface.
Available hitch-cover sizes vary by product:
- 3-inch × 5-inch
- 4-inch × 6-inch
HMC Billet hitch covers are available for 1-1/4-inch, 2-inch, 2-1/2-inch, and 3-inch receivers. Measure the inside opening of your receiver to determine the correct size before ordering.
Each hitch cover is assembled with a zinc-plated hitch pin and cotter-pin clip. A foam spacer is included on 2-inch receiver versions.
When you choose a 2-1/2" or 3" receiver option, it is included with your hitch cover. These larger receiver options have a different design and appearance than our standard 2" receiver option and are made for vehicles equipped with 2-1/2" or 3" receivers.
See our 2-1/2" Extended Replacement Receiver to see the difference in design and appearance.
For added security, a hitch lock is available and recommended.
Whether you're adding it to a truck, SUV, or Jeep, this hitch cover is built to be a durable, distinctive addition to your vehicle.
All HMC Billet hitch covers are designed, CNC machined, finished, and assembled in Bartlett, Illinois, USA, using quality materials and American manufacturing craftsmanship.
Standardized FAQs
1. What is the history of the Gadsden Flag?
The Gadsden Flag is a historic American flag design featuring a coiled rattlesnake above the words "Don't Tread on Me." It is associated with the American Revolution and is named after Christopher Gadsden, a delegate to the Continental Congress who championed the design during the Revolutionary era. The rattlesnake became an early American symbol associated with vigilance and resistance.
2. What is a UV printed hitch cover?
UV printing is a digital printing process that uses ultraviolet light to instantly cure the ink as it is printed. On an HMC Billet hitch cover, this process allows detailed, full-color artwork, graphics, photographs, logos, and designs to be printed directly onto the powder-coated billet surface.
3. Are HMC Billet hitch covers made in the USA?
Yes. HMC Billet hitch covers are proudly made in the USA at our shop in Bartlett, Illinois.
4. Do you offer larger receiver sizes for your hitch covers?
Yes. We offer 2-1/2-inch and 3-inch receiver options. These larger receiver options have a different design and appearance than the standard 2-inch receiver version and are made for vehicles equipped with 2-1/2-inch or 3-inch receivers.
5. How do I know which receiver size I need for my vehicle?
Measure the inside opening of your vehicle's hitch receiver to determine the correct size. HMC Billet hitch covers are available for 1-1/4-inch, 2-inch, 2-1/2-inch, and 3-inch receivers.
6. Does the hitch cover come with the receiver and hitch pin?
Yes. Each hitch cover is bolted to a powder-coated steel receiver and includes a standard zinc-plated hitch pin and cotter pin.
7. Are hitch locks available for HMC Billet hitch covers?
Yes. A hitch lock is available and recommended for added security. See our Standard Hitch Locking Pin - Black for more information.
