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Trailer Hitches by Class
Selecting a trailer hitch can be tricky business, which is why we have broken our trailer hitches down by class. Please refer to the following trailer hitch class information if you have questions about how trailer hitch classes are determined. When choosing a hitch, we recommend you consider your current towing needs as well as future needs. A bicycle rack today may turn into a power boat next year. If in doubt, it’s best to select a higher class.
Please refer to the article and/or the chart below for assistance. If you have any questions, please call us at 1-888-326-0054.
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|  | |  | Class I Trailer Hitches
Class I - Light Duty2,000 lb max towing weight1 1/4" receiver openingUsually comes complete with ball mount, pin & clipBest for folding camping trailers, trailers for small boats, motorcycles, snowmobiles, jet skis, utility trailers, etc.
| | Class II Trailer Hitches
Class II - Medium Duty3,500 lb max towing weight1 1/4" receiver openingUsually comes complete with ball mount, pin & clipBest for single axle trailers small to medium length (up to 18 ft)
| | |  | |  | Class III Trailer Hitches
Class III - Heavy Duty5,000 lb max towing weight2" receiver openingBest for dual axel or larger single axle trailers.
| | Class IV Trailer Hitches
Class IV - Extra Heavy Duty10,000 lb max towing weight2" receiver openingBest for largest travel trailers made for recreation.
| | |  | |  | Class IV & V Power Pull Trailer Hitches
Class IV, V Power Pull - Extreme Heavy Duty10,000 - 15, 000 lb max towing weight2" to 2 1/2" receiver openingBest for largest travel trailers made for recreation.
| | Front Mount Receiver Hitches
Front End ReceiversVertical rating - 500 lbsLine pull - 9,000 lbs2" receiver opening
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Check owners manual for towing capacities
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