If ground clearance is the primary concern then the best option for a 2020 Subaru Outback (All Models) is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C67JR because the receiver tube will be tucked up under the rear bumper therefore provides the best ground clearance. This option when compared to the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # DT73RR will take more time to install yes but, it also has a more hidden design which provides a cleaner finished install look. I recommend the Curt... view full answer...
I would be happy to help you choose a trailer hitch so you can keep using your Kuat NV 2.0 Bike Rack # NV22B or # NV22G on your 2020 Subaru Outback Wagon.
Although the 3 hitches you mentioned to feature the hidden crosstube design, the Stealth Hitches option # 391SUOB20 is a completely different animal so I'll start off by comparing the Curt # C67JR and EcoHitch # EH34FR options first.
The Curt and EcoHitch and essentially the same thing with the main difference being price and the materials... view full answer...
All 2-inch hitches we offer for your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon appear on the page I linked for you and these of course include the Draw-Tite # 76227. This hitch has a MUCH more involved installation process than other options we offer. This hitch requires removal of the rear bumper so that the hitch mounting plates can go in between the bumper and the rest of the vehicle. It is rated for a tongue weight of 600 lbs.
I went to our warehouse and measured the hitch. The Draw-Tite # 76227... view full answer...
The lightest trailer hitch for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13410 at around 27 lbs follow by the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76227 at about 30 lbs. I think these are both great options because of the hidden cross tube but personally prefer Curt over Draw-Tite. view full answer...
I wish I had exact figures I could provide you with but this information is not easily accessible. Unfortunately, the returns due to fitment are mostly related to shipping. The boxes can become damaged depending on how they are treated upon arrival to the customer so there are many variables at play, ones that could not be accurately predicted. If the trailer hitch does arrive and it does not quiet line up, most of the time a slight bend is all that is required so you won't be stuck waiting... view full answer...
For some vehicles there are hitches available that do not have visible cross tubes. For your 2016 Subaru Outback wagon there are only options like the part # C13206 that have visible crosstubes.
While the Curt hitch part # C13206 and the Draw-Tite part # 75673 are pretty similar they have some differenced that would account for the weight difference. The Curt uses a round cross tube whereas the Draw-Tite uses a square tube.
The side brackets of the Curt hitch are actually larger and use... view full answer...
The Draw-Tite # DT73RR and Reese TowPower 84332 for your 2022 Subaru Outback Wagon are essentially the exact same hitch. These companies have the same parent company so sometimes there is a crossover with the products simply because some people will trust one brand name over the other.
Attached is an installation video for you to check out. If you let me know what you plan on using the hitch for I'd be more than happy to make a recommendation for you! view full answer...
Draw-Tite #75673 has 7 inch distance between the receiver hitch pin hole and the furthest rearward portion of the rear bumper when installed on a 2011 model Subaru Outback Wagon.
Although the hitch will attach to the vehicle using existing holes in the frame, a 1-1/8 inch hole saw will be needed to drill an access hole in the frame member on both the driver and passenger side. This hole is necessary in order to feed installation hardware into the frame as shown in the install instructions... view full answer...
The difference between the Curt # 13390 and # C13206 hitches is that the 13206 sits up closer to the bumper by about 1/4" and the receiver sits out further to the back of the vehicle by about 1/8" - aside from that the dimensions are the same.
Curt made this redesign and just started listing the 13206 for the Subaru Outback Wagons starting with the 2014-2015 model year. Since Curt recommends the 13206 for your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon that's what I recommend going with as well.
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While we do not measure for ground clearance on the receivers that we have installed on the 2022 and similar Subaru Outback's we have had in our shop, we do measure the receiver height which will give us an approximate ground clearance height.
On the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT73RR we measured the height of the inside top of the receiver to be 16" after installation. That will give you a ground clearance of approximately 13-1/2" to the bottom of the receiver.
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The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C67JR and our etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e25TR for your 2023 Subaru Outback is the finish. We selected Curt to manufacturer our receivers as they have great quality, and are made in the USA. The Curt receiver has a gloss black powder coat finish while our etrailer receiver has a matte black powder coat finish. I prefer the matte black powder coat as it gives it a factory appearance and blends in better with the matte finish... view full answer...
The differences that you noted are really the only difference between the Curt # C13206 and the Draw-Tite # 75673 trailer hitches for your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon. The Curt has the round tube style but does require the support strap # 18050 for all non-trailer loads (like your bike rack) while the Draw-Tite has a square tube style and doesn't require the use of the strap.
I have a 3rd option for you that combines the features that you like! The etrailer.com trailer hitch # e98847 uses... view full answer...
Excellent question! The immediate difference is that some of the trailer hitches have a 1-1/4" receiver while others have a 2" receiver. We always recommend going with the larger 2" receiver because more accessories are compatible with it.
All of the available 2" trailer hitches (linked below) exceed the weight capacity for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon so it really just boils down to style and brand. Some of the trailer hitches, Draw-Tite # 75673, Curt # C13206, and etrailer # e98847... view full answer...
The EcoHitch Trailer Hitch # 306-X7601 and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 76227 are very good choices for your 2019 Subaru Outback and would be my top options as well. The one thing EcoHitch normally has going for it is that is usually the only option for a hitch with a concealed crosstube. Since that's not the case this time, I recommend the Draw-Tite for your Outback.
The EcoHitch is made out of recycled materials, and has about an inch better ground clearance but in my opinion those two... view full answer...
The only difference between the Curt and etrailer hitches that fit your 2024 Subaru Outback Wagon is that the Curt # C67JR has a classic glossy black finish while the etrailer # e25TR has a matte black finish.
I prefer the etrailer hitch because the matte black finish does a better job at blending in with your vehicle, and it has a better resistance to road debris scratches than the glossy finish does.
Attached is an installation video as well as a photo of the etrailer hitch installed... view full answer...
Thule only offers one hitch mounted 3-Bike Rack, the Helium Aero, part # TH9043PRO. This is a lightweight rack that includes a one-key security system and integrated cable lock for superior security of your bikes.
I'd recommend the Saris Bones 3-Bike Carrier, part # SA883 it is similar in price range to the Hitching Post Pro, with a 3 bike capacity instead of 4. view full answer...
The stabilizing straps are a warranty requirement that Curt recommends to help support the hitch. The strap reduces some of the tongue weight load on the hitch, reduces the tendency for attached items to move around while the vehicle is in motion, and prevents some vertical shock from being transferred to the hitch when going over bumps. Using a strap such as Item # 18050 with a Curt hitch will maintain the warranty and provide additional support. I've attached a review video that shows... view full answer...
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13206 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver part # e98847 are both excellent options for a 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon. These two options install in the exact same way. The difference between them is in regards to the finish. The Curt hitch has a glossy finish and the etrailer hitch has a matte finish. The matte finish will blend in with the vehicle more and work better to hide scratches so this is what I recommend. view full answer...
The Yakima Hold Up part # Y02445 for 1-1/4 inch hitches would not be any more or less stable than the 2 inch version of the rack, part # Y02443. Either would work great depending on what size hitch you have.
The best way to pick between the two would be to go with the one that is designed to fit the hitch you have on your vehicle. I attached a help article on hitch sizes for you to check out as well. view full answer...
The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C67JR and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e25TR is the powder coat finish. We selected Curt to build our receiver hitches as they are a quality Made in the USA product we are comfortable putting our name on. The Curt will have a gloss black finish while the etrailer has a matte black finish. Both will fit your 2023 Subaru Outback.
I recommend installing the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467 when you install the receiver.... view full answer...
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