Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long
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Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long
Item # C45048
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CURT Hitch Adapters - C45048
- Hitch Extender
- Hitch Reducer
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- 24 - 34 Inch Extension
- 2-1/2 Inch to 2 Inch
- 6000 lbs
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- CURT
This dual-function adapter bar lets you extend your hitch beyond your bed-mounted camper and reduce your hitch opening so that you can have a 2" hitch for towing a trailer or mounting an accessory.
Features:
- Adapter bar lets you modify your hitch receiver to accommodate your application
- Extends the length of your hitch receiver to clear obstacles like a truck-bed-mounted camper
- Reduces the size of your hitch receiver opening from 2-1/2" to 2"
- Electrical bracket lets you mount connector of 7-way wiring extension (sold separately)
- Built-in loops let you easily attach safety chains
- Easy installation - simply slide into your hitch receiver
- Trimming can be done to reduce adapter's length to 24"
- Sturdy steel construction
- Corrosion-resistant, high-gloss black powder coat finish
- Hitch pin and clip included
- Hitch lock sold separately
- Assembled in the USA
Specs:
- Application: 2-1/2" x 2-1/2" trailer hitch receivers
- Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
- Extension length:
- 24" From center of hitch pin hole furthest from edge to center of hitch pin hole
- 34" From center of hitch pin hole closest to edge to center of hitch pin hole
- Weight capacity when used with 24" length:
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 6,000 lbs
- Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 8,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 600 lbs
- Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 800 lbs
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 6,000 lbs
- Weight capacity when used with 34" length:
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 4,500 lbs
- Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 6,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 450 lbs
- Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 600 lbs
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 4,500 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
This adapter bar can be trimmed down for applications that require only 24" of extended length.
It is recommended that you use stabilizing straps (18050 - sold separately) when carrying hitch-mounted accessories with this adapter bar.
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Customer Satisfaction Score:
95% were satisfied with this product
5% of customers were not satisfied
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- Product did not meet expectations
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Customer Reviews
Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long - C45048
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (149 Customer Reviews)
This dual-function adapter bar lets you extend your hitch beyond your bed-mounted camper and reduce your hitch opening so that you can have a 2" hitch for towing a trailer or mounting an accessory.by: Daniel03/13/2024
Who do I contact about getting the right extension bar? The one I ordered Is a 2 1/2 inch which I need a 2 inch to slide into my receiver or if you guys have a 10 to 12 inch, 2 inch extension so I can connect it I sent a photo of the end that is 2 1/2 which I need it to be 2 inches to slide into my receiver
by: Doug04/30/2024
Received the product on time and as described however two days later I found it on Amazon for $167 vs the $XXX I paid from
etrailer. When I called to see about a price adjustment - they couldn’t assist and offered return and re-purchase from Amazon - minus a $XX return shipping. Lesson learned.
by: Scott01/20/2020
I recently swapped out the stock 2" receiver for a 2-1/2" to allow me to purchase and use this extension to get past the end of my Lance 1010 Camper. I believe I will have no issues now towing any trailer (within allowable spec's) or carrying my motorcycle carrier. Great quality piece. can't wait to try it out...
Scott
1/21/2021
Excellent! After a year of use still happy I purchased this product...Had to cut it to match the length of my campers overhang but it is perfect now....
by: James 03/17/2024
Love it! I don't have a slide in camper or truck attachments. I simply purchased to increase turn radius and how much I can cut the trailer before jack knifing, works great for tight spots.
by: Alex 04/21/2024
only using for bike rack with my Truck Camper. Great fit and exactly what we needed.
by: Allen 09/14/2023
works as expected, i was worried about trailer sway with the hitch having some wobble, but pulled up to 70 just fine. I like the fact that i dont have to use the factory adaptor on the receiver.
by: Scot07/13/2023
This worked out great for my trip from Minnesota to Montana and back, wouldn’t have been able to do it without it
by: Brandon 03/22/2024
Works nicely with my 19ft lund boat and a 10.5 ft camper on the truck. More solid than I thought it would be. I use it full length. Works great.
by: Rollie12/31/2019
Great service, price and prompt delivery. Hopefully will help immensely with getting my boat off of the trailer during winter drawdowns like the picture.
by: Michael11/17/2018
Excellent product. Easy to use. I recommend finding someone with a metal band saw to cut to length. I cut mine with a sawzaw metal blade and finished it with a high grit sanding disc and it turned out ok- not perfect. I towed my boat behind my truck with the camper on it and it worked good. I’ve also attached my motorcycle rack with my 2013 ktm 450. To be on the safe side calculate your tounge weight before towing.
by: Gerald06/17/2018
Great extension just had to cut off about an inch to fit it on my truck. I did not receive the pin for it.
by: Bruce06/21/2018
Exactly as described and I custom tethered it to the camper bumper for more stability. I did have to drill out the pin hole a little as it did not line up 100% to get the pin inserted, but it is going to work very well.
by: Lyn03/21/2023
Super happy with etrailer who helped me select this hitch based on my needs. It’s perfect for me. Very solid, well made hitch extension. Packaged appropriately and protected. The paint on this hitch is awesome. Only flub is the end of the hitch needed to be trimmed. My F250 spare tire got in the way of the back length of the tubing, so I had to cut off about 1/2”to clear the tire. Otherwise it looks great and operates as expected. Good price point too. Thank you for all your help etrailer !
by: Scott08/10/2017
Product is heavy duty, and, tho I haven't used it yet, I expect great results like previous reviewers. Price was good and customer service dealt quickly and favorably on a small issue I had.
I did have to cut 1 1:2 inches off to make it fit in front of my spare, but that was no surprise because I read that other buyers had dealt with the same issue. Chevy/GMC trucks spare tires get in the way a bit. Very satisfied. Have bought from etrailer in the past and don't think they can be beat. Thanks to Caleb for his help.
Scott
8/10/2018
Really well. I just used it to tow my boat halfway across Washington behind my pickup camper and it worked great. I’ve used it several times now and am very happy with what it allows me to do.
by: Matthew08/16/2023
Great product, worked out perfect for extending passed the cab over camper.
by: Keith05/26/2022
Gave it 4 stars because I have never owned one before so I have nothing to compare it to. It works good, really seems to ground the truck. I have a Ford F250 superduty crew cab with a 8 1/2 ft Lance light camper that sticks almost 2' past the bumper and I pull a 18' open trailer with a race car on it.
by: Ken Y.09/13/2017
CURT C45048 HITCH EXTENSION I drive a 2011 GMC 3500HD with an S&S 9.5 slide in camper. I needed an extension to be able to tow my boat behind the truck/camper. I saw this extension was on sale w/free shipping. I ordered on Sunday 9/10 and received it on Wednesday 9/13. The extension looks very heavy duty and it slipped right inside my vehicle receiver. The extension protrudes about 4" past the camper bumper. PERFECT!
All of the welds look like quality welds. I just need to mount my trailer harness and I will be ready to go! Great service, great prices & delivery!
Ken Y.
9/20/2018
The hitch extender is still doing a fantastic job! Very happy I purchased this product.
by: John06/15/2022
Packaging was very poor, 32" extension hitch just thrown in a box. No projective packaging around it. Paint chipped off reciver end. Box taped up in areas that were damaged. Extension plug completely out of clam shell packaging, not damaged luckily. Seriously, you need to do a much better job of wrapping and protecting parts.
Very disappointed.
Jenny N.
6/20/2022
I am very sorry that the hitch extender arrived with paint damage. I will have our customer service team reach out to you. I recommend using a rust resistant paint like Rustoleum to touch up the affected areas to help protect against corrosion.
by: David06/12/2022
This product works great however I would not go over the weight limit. I try to stay well below it remember it's not a super truss.
by: Sandee06/04/2019
Absolutely the correct product for my needs. This fit perfectly beneath my Lance truck camper enabling me to haul a 16 foot trailer behind. All the holes matched up to my Dodge RAM 3500 receiver, and because the full length was necessary, no cutting was required. This was, by far, the least expensive bar at this length. Delivery was fast. I have no complaints--only good things to say. Thanks.
Sandee
6/5/2020
This product continues to be a valuable item. It is very durable.
by: pkg06/07/2019
This extender works great with our 2019 Ford F350 when using our 9'6" truck camper so we can use our bike rack or tow a trailer. Nice product, great etrailer selection and info once again!
Pkg
6/8/2020
Great!
by: Adair09/11/2023
mostly impressed with short shipping time and the sturdy box it came in
by: Steve 07/28/2023
Great fit no alterations necessary to fit my HD 3500 standard bed.
by: Craig L.04/17/2019
Used with my new slide-in truck camper while pulling a cargo trailer. Worked well no problems with the product.
Craig L.
4/18/2020
Works great, just as expected.
by: Dale D.06/05/2015
Received hitch extension as promised. The longest hole did not line up with hole in the factory bumper as it was too long and hit on the spare tire. Had to cut about 1" off the align with holes in the bumper and the extension. Product looks good on the vehicle, have yet to try it out with a trailer, but don't anticipate any problems. The wiring harness extension wouldn't fit through the hole in the mounting plate so had to unwire, then pass through the hole, then rewire the plug to be able to mount it to the extension. Looks good now tho.
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- Hitch Extension Recommendation for 2-1/2 inch Hitch Using 2 inch Weight Distribution HitchWe have the Curt hitch extender part # C45048 which fits a 2-1/2 inch hitch like you have and provides a 2 inch hitch opening, can be used with weight distribution like you have, and can be 34 or 24 inches long.
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view full answer... - Hitch Extension Recommendation for 2018 Ram 3500 with Camper Towing Pontoon Boat TrailerBest hitch extension option we have for your 2018 Ram 3500 with a 2-1/2 inch hitch that has a camper in the bed and is towing a pontoon boat is the Curt extension part # C45048. This extension can be used at either 24 or 34 inches in length and would easily have the capacity for the weight of your 2007 Bennington 2577 RFS Pontoon and trailer. At the 24 inch length it has a capacity of 6,000 lbs and at the 34 inch length 4,500 lbs.
view full answer... - Hitch Extender Recommendation to Allow Tailgate of Truck with 2.5 inch Hitch Installed Open and TowWe have the Curt hitch extender that fits 2-1/2 inch hitches part # C45048 and can be trimmed down from 34 inches to 24 inches. At 34 inches it has a capacity of 6,000 lb trailer weight and at 24 inches 8,000 lbs trailer weight.
view full answer... - Is Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048 Supposed to Have Bend Yes, the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048 that you referenced does have a slight upward bend in it. This was intended to compensate from the suspension sag that will likely take place due to the added leverage of the hitch extender length. Otherwise the hitch opening might end up angled more to the ground than desired.
view full answer... - Hitch Extender For A 2005 Ford F350 With OEM HitchYes, the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048 will work with your 2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty OEM hitch if it is a 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 inch hitch. The extender is corrosion resistant and has a high gloss black powder coat finish. You're able to trim the bar to 24 inches if needed. If you have any further questions please feel free to reach back out to us anytime and we would be more than happy to further assist you in your towing endeavors.
view full answer... - Wall Thickness of Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048The wall thickness of the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048 is 1/4 inch.
view full answer... - Can Curt Hitch Extender part # C45048 Fit Into Factory Hitch of 2003 Dodge Ram 2500If your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 has a factory hitch that has an opening that measures 2-1/2 inch by 2-1/2 inches the Curt hitch extender part # C45048 will simply just slide into it. The 2-1/2 inch hitch size is pretty common on newer heavy duty trucks like yours but due to age of your truck it's probably a good idea to measure yours first to be certain. This is designed so that it can be used as a 34 inch long extension or cut down to a 24 inch extension and provides a 2 inch hitch opening.
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- Hitch Extender Recommendation for Ram 2500 with Class V Hitch towing with Tailgate DownSince you have Class V hitch with a 2-1/2 inch opening the best solution for a hitch extender is the Curt extender part # C45048 which can be used as a 24 inch or 34 inch extender. This would have plenty of capacity for your 6 x 12 trailer that you plan on renting.
view full answer... - Hitch Extension Recommendation for 2017 Chevy Silverado with 2-1/2 inch HitchThe best options we have is the Curt Hitch Extender part # C45048 which can be trimmed down to 24 inches. This fits a 2-1/2 inch hitch as well. This is rated for use with weight distribution too but the capacity is 8,000 lbs total plus the capacity of the hitch it is installed in will be reduced by 50 percent.
view full answer... - Could Curt Hitch Extender # C45048 Be Used to Tow 6,500 lb TrailerIf you use the Curt hitch extender part # C45048 in the 24 inch length with a weight distribution system the towing capacity is 8,000 lbs. If the 24 inch length would work for you this would be a great option.
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- Hitch Extension Recommendation That Has Weight Capacity for Horse TrailerIf you have a 2-1/2 inch size trailer hitch (opening of the hitch measured) then you could use a longer extension like the # C45048 which can be between 24 and 34 inches long. Most extenders don't have a whole lot of weight capacity but this one when at 24 inches in length has a capacity of 6,000 lbs. Most likely this would be enough length but without knowing more info it's harder to say.
view full answer... - Recommended Hitch Extension For 2 1/2 Inch Hitch ReceiversThank you very much for your question, I recommend the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long # C45048. I would measure how far the Lance Camper hangs over the back of the truck so we can make a more accurate recommendation to how many inches of clearance you will need. This product reduces from a 2 1/2 inch receiver opening to a 2 inch. I have linked all hitch extenders that fit 2 1/2 inch hitch receivers.
view full answer... - Curt Hitch Extender to Fit 2017 Ford F-350 2-1/2 inch HitchFor a hitch extender that fits a Ford 2-1/2 inch hitch the Curt part # C45048 would do an excellent job. It fits the hitch size and can be used as either a 24 inch or 34 inch long extender.
view full answer... - Help Finding a Hitch Extension For Towing a Car Trailer Behind a 2023 Ford F-250 With Truck CamperI would love to help you with this Adam, but I am going to need a bit of information on your exact setup to determine what all you will need. Can you tell me how heavy your car trailer is when loaded and how much extension you will need? Also I will need to know what size receiver hitch opening you have. I know on an F-250 you are most likely going to have a 2-1/2" opening but I wasn't sure if the Extension # C45048 would be long enough or have enough capacity for your trailer.
view full answer... - Availability of Hitch Extender that Provides up 24 inches of Extension with 500 lb Tongue WeightWe do have extensions that can provide 2 feet of extension that have enough capacity for 500 lbs of tongue weight. For that we have the # C45048 which can be used in a 24 or 34 inch overall length extension. The catch is that your vehicle has to have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on it. There are no options that long for if the hitch is 2 inches since the leverage puts quite a bit of stress on the hitch and you'd want the higher capacities of the larger size.
view full answer... - Hitch Extension Recommendation to Allow Tailgate to be Down When Towing Travel TrailerIf you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on your truck then you can use a hitch extender like the Curt part # C45048 which can give you from 24 to 34 inches of extension. You should note that when you use this extender the towing capacity is 6,000 when used at 24 inch length or 4,500 lbs when used at 34 inch length. If your truck does not have an 2-1/2 inch hitch installed on it email me back and let me know what you have and I'll see if I can come up with a hitch solution that will work...
view full answer... - Hitch Extension Needed To Flat TowThe difference between a tube extension and a hitch extension is splitting hairs on terms. The difference between a combo bar that you could drill a hole in and an extension is the finish. The extensions have a powder coated finish and the combo bars are raw so they can be welded for custom applications. They will have the same weight ratings as their counterparts. The thickness of these bars are the same. I've attached a link to the available extensions for you to consider as well...
view full answer... - What Are the Measurements of the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer The Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long # C45048 is measured by the distance between the center of the hitch pin holes. The hitch pin holes closest to each end are 34" apart center on center; the middle hitch pin hole to the hitch pin hole closest to the 2" receiver end are 24" apart.
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- Can I Use a Hitch Extender w/ a Weight Distribution Hitch?Hitch Extenders, like the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long item # C45048, you were looking at do two things when paired with a weight distribution system. First of all they decrease your vehicles hitch receiver's tongue and towing capacity by 50%. However, you also increase the weight capacity of the hitch extender when you utilize a weight distribution system with it. Here is the capacities for the Curt item # C45048: Weight capacity when...
view full answer... - What is the Angle of the Bend in the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer 45048I was able to confirm with my contact over at Curt that the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer # C45048 has a 2 degree bend that is designed for support; the ends will not have an actual rise or drop and should be relatively level. The overall length from tip to tip is 42" and the bend creates 2 sections that are 21" in length overall.
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- Why Does Curt Hitch Extender # C45048 Have Upward BendThe Curt hitch extender part # C45048 has a slight upward bend to it because when it fits into a hitch there ends up being a slight downward angle it needs to compensate for. This is because there is a slight loose fit between the hitch and the extender which allows it to point slightly down. Since the extender is so long this gets exaggerated so a slight upward bend compensates for that and allows the hitch opening to be level.
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Jenny N.
3/18/2024
I do have an extender that will work for you. It is part # C45796, however is 18 inches long. I will have our Customer Service team reach out to you to send over return instructions.