Comparing Curt Trailer Hitch C13411 and C13294 For 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG

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I have a 2017 mercedes gle43 amg. It appears that both C13294 and C13411 would work. I am looking for the least noticeable hitch. Which hitch do you recommend? Also need wiring. The trailer which I pull have 7 way connectors. Boat trailer needs reverse signal to disable brakes. Recommendation?

asked by: Michael R

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You are correct that both the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13294 and # C13411 are confirmed to fit your 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG.

Both hitches have a hidden crosstube meaning that only the receiver itself will be visible once installed.

I do however recommend the # C13294 as it has a slightly higher tongue weight rating at 750lbs, and a slightly higher trailer weight rating at 7500lbs.

For wiring you will first need to install a 4-way connector using # 119250KIT.

With a 4-way connector installed you can now install the # 37185 which will plug into the 4-way connector.

Now since you mentioned the 7-way connector on your boat trailer has a reverse lock out solenoid, you will need to confirm which pin on the connector that signal is sent on.

Typically this is the center reverse light pin which is the yellow wire on the # 37185, but it depends on how the trailer is wired.

You will need to run some # 16-1-1 from the # 37185 to the reverse light wire on your GLE43 AMG using a quick splice # SWC501925-1.

You can use the circuit tester in the # 119250KIT to find the reverse light wire.

I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Samuel C

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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