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Draw-Tite Activator IV Trailer Brake Controller, Timed, 1 to 4 Axles vs ProSeries Pro Series Pilot Time-Delayed Electronic Brake Controller (Part No. 80550)

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Spec Draw-Tite Activator IV Trailer Brake Controller, Timed, 1 to 4 Axles ProSeries Pro Series Pilot Time-Delayed Electronic Brake Controller (Part No. 80550)
US price
BrandDraw-TiteProSeries
Released
Controller type time-delay time-delay
Output amperage max
Axle capacity 1-4 1-3 (2-6 brakes)
Display type dual-digital display with dark smoke lens, readable in direct sunlight
Manual override
Bluetooth No No
Boost levels
Mounting orientation installs in any direction, including upside down

Sources — Draw-Tite Activator IV Trailer Brake Controller, Timed, 1 to 4 Axles: amazon.com (verified 2026-08-12). ProSeries Pro Series Pilot Time-Delayed Electronic Brake Controller (Part No. 80550): etrailer.com (verified 2026-08-12).

What's the difference between the Draw-Tite Activator IV Trailer Brake Controller, Timed, 1 to 4 Axles and ProSeries Pro Series Pilot Time-Delayed Electronic Brake Controller (Part No. 80550)?

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  • Axle capacity: Draw-Tite Activator IV Trailer Brake Controller, Timed, 1 to 4 Axles 1-4 vs ProSeries Pro Series Pilot Time-Delayed Electronic Brake Controller (Part No. 80550) 1-3 (2-6 brakes)

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