CKD0453 – F450 GOOSENECK HITCH SET (6.3MM BALL, #10-32 QUICK-RELEASE CONNECTOR) – DL-SERIES
CKD0453 – F450 GOOSENECK HITCH SET (6.3MM BALL, #10-32 QUICK-RELEASE CONNECTOR) – DL-SERIES
CKD0453 – F450 GOOSENECK HITCH SET (6.3MM BALL, #10-32 QUICK-RELEASE CONNECTOR) – DL-SERIES
The CEN Racing CKD0453 F450 Gooseneck Hitch Set is a scale towing accessory developed specifically for CEN F450 DL-Series trucks. CEN confirms a 6.3 mm ball end and a quick-release connector with a #10-32 threaded end, giving the truck a dedicated gooseneck-style towing interface for compatible scale trailers and connectors.
CONFIRMED PRODUCT DETAILS
- Manufacturer: CEN Racing
- Part number / SKU: CKD0453
- Product type: Gooseneck hitch set
- Platform: CEN F450 DL-Series
- Ball end: 6.3 mm
- Quick-release connector thread: #10-32
- Manufacturer price: $38.99 at the time of review
GOOSENECK TOWING INTERFACE
A gooseneck-style hitch places the towing ball in the truck-bed area rather than at the rear bumper. On a scale RC truck, that layout creates a more realistic connection point for compatible gooseneck trailers and changes how trailer tongue load is transferred into the truck chassis compared with a rear tow hitch.
6.3MM BALL + #10-32 QUICK CONNECTOR
CEN specifically states that CKD0453 uses a 6.3 mm ball end and that the quick connector has a #10-32 threaded end. Those two dimensions are the key interface specifications for matching this hitch to compatible towing hardware. Do not substitute a differently sized ball or thread standard based only on visual similarity.
COMPATIBILITY
CEN states that CKD0453 is for F450 DL-Series trucks. GASHEAD RC does not assume compatibility with F250, other CEN platforms, custom beds, aftermarket chassis rails or non-CEN trailer systems unless their mounting geometry and connector dimensions have been independently verified.
INSTALLATION & SETUP NOTES
- Verify the truck is a CEN F450 DL-Series before installation.
- Confirm the mounting area is square and free of damage before securing the hitch assembly.
- Check that the 6.3 mm ball and quick-release connector move freely without excessive play or binding.
- Confirm the #10-32 threaded connector is started by hand to avoid cross-threading.
- After attaching a trailer, articulate the truck and trailer through expected steering and suspension movement to verify bed, body and hitch clearance.
- Recheck mounting hardware and connector engagement after the first towing sessions.
CUSTOMER-REPORTED EXPERIENCE
CEN's official product page currently shows 14 customer reviews. The review set is overwhelmingly positive, and published comments include reports of good fit and appearance. These are customer-reported impressions, not manufacturer-certified load or durability measurements.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
CEN identifies this product as a Gooseneck Hitch Set and official imagery shows the hitch components and connector hardware. CEN's public text does not provide a complete fastener-by-fastener package inventory, so GASHEAD RC does not invent screw counts, bracket dimensions or additional hardware specifications.
MANUFACTURER DATA NOT PUBLISHED
CEN's current CKD0453 listing does not publish hitch material, alloy grade, hitch-plate dimensions, mounting-hole spacing, total kit weight, recommended mounting torque, trailer load rating, tongue-weight rating or a complete hardware inventory. Those values are intentionally not estimated or invented.
F450 DL-Series fitment, 6.3 mm ball size, #10-32 quick-release connector thread, current price, review count and all eight product images were checked against CEN Racing's official CKD0453 product page.