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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number C13043 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch

  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • Class III
  • 5000 lbs GTW
  • No Cross Tube
  • CURT
  • 500 lbs TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA
    • Mounting hardware may be imported


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 5,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 500 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 500 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



13043 Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Item # C13043

Installation Details C13043 Installation instructions

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - C13043

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (400 Customer Reviews)

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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2022 Lexus GX 460

Excellent Service Again from eTrailer.com Order was placed at 12:30 on Wednesday, and I received the order the next day at 3:00 pm. I installed it in less than 10 min. Ready to roll before 3:30

Thanks again for offering great products and excellent service.

Gb

4/21/2024

The hitch works great. No problems. I would purchase again from “etrailer.com”!!!!

Etrailer Expert

Jerred H.

5/15/2024

@Gb That's great to hear!


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Easy to install on my 2019 Lexus GX460, and tucked away nicely!

Christopher

10/16/2023

all is good

Etrailer Expert

Mike L.

11/8/2023

@Christopher When it comes to a trailer hitch, no news is good news! We're glad to hear that your Curt # C13043 receiver hitch is working well for you!


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2017 Lexus GX 460

Installed on my Lexus 2017 GX 460. Hitch arrived quickly and installation was straight forward and only took fifteen minutes with one exception. The hitch did not fit to clear the bottom of plastic bumper without adding 3 spacer washers to each of the 4 bolt locations. Spacer washers (Which I purchased from local hardware store ) were placed between the Curt Hitch plate and the mount location on Lexus Frame dropping the hitch about 1/4 inch to clear the bottom of plastic bumper. The washers do not affect the hitch performance or safety in any way in my option and make a much better fit without having to cut or alter the bumper in any way. Great hitch for a much lower price than ordering from Lexus dealership! Hitch is hidden well and looks great! Going to put it to the test with a 9 hour pull south to Florida for the Holidays

John

12/22/2020

The hitch has worked perfectly, looks good and does not stick out to far from bumper so no hitting your your leg when unloading items out of back of your SUV!



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2023 Lexus GX 460

Beautifully manufactured piece of equipment...made in the the USA. Instructions were very clear - for an easy 4 bolt install in about 20 minutes. As covered in the instructions, the spare tire had to be lowered a bit to fit it in. I needed to use the included spacer to avoid having the receiver touch the rear fender. I used masking tape to temporarily attach the spacer to the receiver, for ease of lining up the holes. As always, the assistance during the ordering process from etrailer was exceptional. They are the best and most consumer-supportive company I have dealt with. By the way, Lexus wanted $1,200 to install this receiver, and I am certain they would have used the same part which I bought from e-trailer for $XXX!

Greg

2/8/2024

Excellent. No issues. High quality which fits unobtrusively on the Lexus GX460.



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We are happy customers! Received the Curt Trailer hitch receiver today. It took about 10 minutes to install the product. (And 20 minutes to figure out how to slightly lower the spare tire-this GX-460 is new to me). Lowering the spare tire about 1-2 inches provided the flexibility to easily bolt up the hitch receiver. All together very quick and easy! We saved $800 by purchasing your product and installing it ourselves. Two dealer quotes each wanted over $900 to provide a hitch receiver and labor. Thank you for making this easy for us.

William A.

8/13/2021

Awesome….no issues



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This thing fit like a glove after I moved the spare tire to the proper position. I purchased a torque wrench and made sure to torque the bolts properly. It would be nice to have a helper hold this up while you put the bolts in. I used a screw jack and a drift pin to line it up since my wife(helper) did not want to get on the ground!



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Curt trailer hitch receiver installed quickly and easily. Received product from Etrailer 2 days ahead of schedule.



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2023 Lexus GX 460

Awesome site. Many choices with great reviews, pictures and installation videos that help you make your decision. Delivery was quick with the most detailed tracking I’ve ever seen. Dealer wanted $1,400 to install a hitch and I was able to find one here, see how easy it is to install myself and it cost me $139. Not too shabby!



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Great product and great service, the included spacer plate is key in this installation.



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Lexus

I put this on a 2014 Lexus GX and I was able to do it myself. Good instructions, very straight forward installation, you don't need to raise anything, perhaps watch couple of videos online to get comfortable. Please make sure that you have the right socket wrench. I did not have one so had to borrow one from a friend.



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Great hitch. Super easy to install



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2023 Lexus GX 460

20 minute simple install on 2023 Lexus GX460



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Easy to find the part I needed for my vehicle. Delivery was quick and inexpensive.

Mark

5/23/2024

This still looks great, there is no paint chipping, only normal wear inside the acceptor slot. There is no rust from the bolts, everything looks like the way it did when I installed it a year ago.



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Solid product! All items were included to make this a quick and easy install. Recommend this product 100%. The spare tire will have to be lowered on the GX to install.



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Adam was Great to work with. I ordered a different brand which was out of stock! Adam got me a better made in USA hitch in 2 days. He also saved me money on shipping! Will definitely recommend this Company! The Curt hitch fit perfect! Had to drop the spare tire and take off the bottom trim panel. Took 10 minutes to install.

Chad

6/29/2021

Still holding up and doing Great.



by:

Went on without any problems, flows nicely with the bumper. Looks better to me than dealer installed hitch I've seen on other GX 460s.



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Lexus

Fit my 23 Lexus GX460 perfectly. Works Great! Looks Great! This hitch has a quality fit and finish. Saved a lot vs having my Lexus dealership instal. I installed myself easily and it didn’t take much time to do.



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Lexus

I purchased this class III hitch for my 2022 Lexus GX460 because the class IV OEM hitch was on back order from Lexus. This hitch came with all necessary bolts and washers for proper spacing between the spare tire and the bumper. 15 minute install max. Would recommend.



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2023 Lexus GX 460

Fit well on ‘23 GX460. Super easy and quick install. Recommend getting a rubber cover to protect your shins/knees.



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Had a problem with first delivery parts were missing due to the P.O delivery system called& etailer promptly got another one out to me! Great service! Recommend them highly!

Robert

7/15/2023

Still towing fine great product



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2011 Lexus GX 460

Fits my 2011 GX460 perfect. Install took 10 minutes. Handled 1,500 miles pulling 4,000 lbs without breaking a sweat.



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I appreciate the level of service given by etrailer



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We're a cycling family and it works great for what I intended to do, that is to haul our bicycles using a hitch rack. The installation was easy, all the nuts and bolts fit perfect.



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Hitch was damaged when arrived, no hardware was included. I sent etrailer an email describing the situation and Madeline O. suggested that I looks closer inside of the damaged box. I recommend you don’t treat your customers like idiots.

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Jenny N.

11/30/2021

I will have our customer service team reach out to you. Often the hitch hardware is stored inside the receiver opening or taped to the hitch.



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High quality product, nice finish. Everything was exactly as advertised. Installation was straightforward, no problems. I highly recommend.

Scott

8/18/2023

Great, no problems. Very satisfied.


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  • Correct Curt Trailer Hitch for a 2021 Lexus NX 300h
    The correct Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2021 Lexus NX 300h is part # C13337, not part # C13043 which is for the GX 460. The two trailer hitch options are not interchangeable. They are however both bolt-on, no drill options.
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  • Trailer Hitch Fit for 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
    The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado wasn't available in the US market, so our hitch manufacturers have not tested the fit. This being said, according to my research, the Lexus GX 460 is identical, so a hitch for a 2013 Lexus GX 460 like the Curt # C13043 should fit. I'd recommend looking under the vehicle for the mounting holes on the underside of the bumper beam. If the hole spacing matches what's shown in the provided photo, the # C13043 would work well for you. If you click the provided...
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  • Comparing Curt and Draw Tite Hitch for 2017 Lexus GX 460
    Both the Draw Tite hitch part # 75685 and the Curt # C13043 that fit your 2017 Lexus GX 460 are really great options that would work well for what you are planning on doing. The powder coat of the Curt will last a bit longer than the Draw Tite but considering how similar in design both of these and that both are really solid options if I were in your position I would go with whichever price you like better. If they are close at all then go with the Curt. You'll need trailer wiring as well...
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  • Ball Mount For Curt Trailer Hitch on 2023 Lexus GX 460
    I can't speak to the issue with your OEM ball mount, but for your 2023 Lexus GX 460, any standard ball mount for a 2" receiver will fit the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13043. It just depends on the rise or drop you need, but two options are the TowSmart Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 2" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop # TS64FR or 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop # TS94FR. Both of these come with the ball mount, 2" hitch ball, and hitch lock. If you need a different rise or drop I've added a link...
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  • How Much Clearence Is There When Curt Hitch # C13043 Is Installed With Yakima FullSwing Bike Rack
    The Yakima FullSwing 4 Bike Rack # Y02465 is 1-1/2" from the hitch pin hole and the back of the shank. I went out to our warehouse to measure how far the ends of the receivers are from the hitch pin holes. The Curt # C13043 measures 2-1/2 inches from the center of the rear mounting holes to the back of the receiver (towards the spare tire). When the FullSwing 4 Bike Rack # Y02465 is inserted inside the Curt # C13043, it will not stick out the back of the hitch. In fact you will have...
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  • Can Draw-Tite Hitch on 2016 Lexus GX 460 Tow More Than 6,000 LBS?
    The Draw-Tite # 75685 and Curt # C13043 each have maximum towing capacities of 5,000 lbs even when used with a weight distribution hitch. The pair of Class III hitches are the only ones that are a confirmed fit for the 2016 Lexus GX 460; there is not a Class IV hitch available.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver And 3 Bike Rack For 2017 Lexus GX 460
    You can go with Curt or Draw-Tite hitch receiver for your 2017 Lexus GX 460. I recommend going with the Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13043 as Curt hitches typically have higher quality paint and protection against the elements. It has a max tongue weight of 500lbs which you do not want to exceed. You can then use any 2" accessory such as a bike rack with a 2" shank. The Swagman Trailhead 3 Bike Rack for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # S63365 that you referenced will work well with the...
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  • Recommendation on Trailer Hitch for a 2014 Lexus GX 460
    The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # C13043, is the confirmed trailer hitch to fit your 2014 Lexus GX 460. The Curt hitch mounts up under the Lexus' bumper and attached to the frame of the vehicle. This hitch has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and can carry a max of 500 lbs tongue weight. However, always check with your owner's manual on what the towing and tongue weight limits will be on your Lexus before towing any trailer. I also recommend a vehicle wiring harness, # HM11141920, if you...
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  • Parts Needed to Tow Trailer with 2018 Lexus GX 460
    We do not currently have genuine Lexus parts available for your 2018 GX 460 so I am not sure exactly how they would install in comparison, but we do have custom aftermarket hitches that won't require any drilling and will look great. I recommend the Curt Class III Receiver Hitch # C13043 because it offers a bit more of a concealed, factory appearance when compared to the alternative option. This is a custom hitch that uses existing holes in your Lexus' frame for a no-drill installation....
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  • Moving Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver From 2017 Lexus GX 460 To 2021 GX 460
    We do not offer the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13043 in any other colors for your 2021 Lexus GX 460. It is common for power coating to come off with corrosion due to water and salt. If the steel is still in good condition you can take the hitch to a local powder coater that can burn off the remaining powder coat and you can custom pick a new color for your existing hitch. The Replacement Hardware Kit for Trailer Hitches # RHK will allow you to get new hardware if your hardware was...
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  • Will the Curt Hitch C13043 Fit on the 2014 GX460
    Curt has confirmed that the Curt Trailer Hitch part # C13043 that you referenced will work on your 2014 Lexus GX460. I attached installation instructions for this hitch for you to check out also.
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  • Curt Trailer Hitch Hits Small Lip on Fender on 2015 Lexus GX 460
    The installation instructions do not mention anything about it. Generally speaking if something is preventing proper installation of a trailer hitch, such as # C13043 for your 2015 Lexus GX 460, then the obstruction would either have to be removed or modified. If you are talking about that cover that is directly above the receiver then you should be able to go ahead and torque the bolts down as specified in the instructions. It may cause that fascia piece to flex some but wouldn't hurt...
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  • Which Trailer Hitch Receiver for a 2014 Lexus GX 460 is Least Visible
    The trailer hitch receiver we have for your 2014 Lexus GX 460 that sits closest to the bumper is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13043. I have attached a photo of each hitch on a similar Lexus to give you a better idea of how far it will stick out. If you also need a bike rack, I would be happy to recommend one for you if you can tell me a little bit about the bikes you will be carrying. If not I have attached a selection of bike racks we carry for you.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Trailer Wiring for 2017 Lexus GX460
    From your photo, it looks like you already have a 4-pole/7-way trailer trailer connector on your Lexus GX-460 that's identical to the # HM40975 we offer. This means that if you're towing a trailer that does not have electric brakes, you're good to go once the # C13043 hitch is installed. If the trailer does have electric brakes, you'll need to install a brake controller if you'd like them to actuate. I'd recommend the Redarc Tow Pro Liberty, part # RED24FR. You'll also need the # 3040-P...
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  • Hitch Pin Diameter of Curt Hitch # C13043
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  • Does a Thule Chamber 4 fit Curt Hitch C13043 for 2020 Lexus GX 460
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    The ability of the hitch and your GX 460 to tow your boat will depend on the weight of the boat and the towing capacity of the hitch and the vehicle. The Curt Class III hitch you referenced, part # C13043 has a 5000 lb trailer weight/500 lb tongue weight capacity, but the vehicle itself has a 6500 lb towing capacity. If your old ball mount has the correct amount of rise or drop to tow the trailer so it's level, you can by all means reuse it. It sounds like the dealer's really trying...
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    I have a solution for your towing needs, however, there are currently no air suspension options for your 2017 Lexus GX460. If you are wanting to extend the life of your vehicle's suspension and reduce body roll, I would look into rear suspension enhancement. I recommend the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TTORSEQ. The hollow rubber springs sit above the rear axle to help level your vehicle and absorb shock, providing a much safer and more stable ride when hauling heavy loads....
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  • Recommended Hitch and Wiring Harness for a 2021 Lexus GX460
    To add a class III hitch to your 2021 Lexus GX460, I recommend the etrailer item # e46YR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Lexus with included hardware. This is a great hitch with a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and a simple install. I have linked an installation video below to show you how to get it set up. For a wiring harness you'll need to use the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit item # 119250KIT. This harness...
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  • Complete Trailer Hitch And Wiring For A 2020 Lexus GX 460
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  • Is There a Class IV Hitch Available for the 2018 Lexus GX 460
    There is not a Class IV trailer hitch for the 2018 Lexus GX 460. Curt and Draw-Tite only make the Class III. I recommend the Curt, part # C13043. It has a gross tongue weight of 500 pounds and a max towing capacity of 5000 pounds. I've linked to a video installation of this hitch for you to look at.
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  • Is 435 lb of Tongue Weight Too Much for Curt Hitch that Fits 2021 Lexus GX 460
    435 lbs of tongue weight would be no problem at all for the Curt hitch part # C13043 which is rated for up to 500 lbs like you mentioned. You are totally safe all the way up to 500 lbs.
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  • Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13043 Fit For a 2022 Lexus GX460
    I checked the measurements with one of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receivers # C13043 on our shelves and it has the same 7-7/8" outer holes measurement from center to center, 4-3/4" inner hole measurement center to center and I measured 2-3/16" center to center between the front and rear sets of holes. The receiver attaches with four M12X1.25-40mm bolts which you will need to verify that you have as Curt has not yet been able to confirm that the receiver is a proper fit for your 2022 Lexus GX...
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  • Will Curt Cargo Carrier Work on 2019 Lexus GX 460
    Yes, you can absolutely use the Curt Cargo Carrier # C18151 with your 2019 Lexus GX 460 so long as it has a 2 inch trailer hitch, the Curt Trailer Hitch # C13043 or Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75685, both of which fit your '19 GX 460. The only thing you will need is Pin and Clip # PC3 or Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # e98880 to secure the cargo carrier to your hitch. If you need to keep your cargo nice and dry while you are transporting it on the carrier I strongly recommend the Curt Cargo...
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