Does Weight of Trailer Hitch Affect Vehicle Towing Capacity
Question:
What weight does this hitch add to the weight of the Highlander after installed? In other words how much does it subtract from payload?
asked by: Ward
Helpful Expert Reply:
The weight of a trailer hitch does not affect the payload capacity of a vehicle. We've asked our hitch manufacturers about this is in the past and they have told us that essentially the hitch becomes part of the frame so it's weight does not affect any of the weight capacities of the vehicle.
This hitch part # E98844 that you referenced weighs 43 lbs.
I attached an install video for this for you to check out as well.
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 8000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 900 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
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