The Rightline Gear Anti-Theft Trailer Coupler Ball guards against theft when the trailer is off the vehicle. The Trailer Ball guards against the trailer tow-away by filling the space where hitch balls or smaller towing devices are inserted. The polycarbonate ball cannot be broken or removed once it is secured in place by a trailer coupler lock (sold separately). A handy UV-protected zip tie attaches the Trailer Ball to the trailer chain so that the Ball is impossible to misplace. The Anti-Theft Trailer Coupler Ball performs better than many trailer security devices that are double or triple the price!