On the Curt trailer hitch mount cargo carrier # C18150 from the center of the hitch pin hole to where the shank starts to bend up, it is approximately 5 inches. The rise in the shank provides 3 inches more height above the top of the receiver opening. I have included a link to a video review of this carrier for you. view full answer...
This will depend on the hitch used and the height of the trailer coupler. You want the trailer to be as level as possible. We have a page on calculating hitch height and coupler height to help you find what ball mount would work best.
Most light duty trailers are 16-17 inches in coupler height, so we recommend ball mounts on the hitch pages that will give that particular vehicle 16-17 inches on the ball mount. The ball mount that provides 16-17 inches height for a 2008 Hyundai Entourage... view full answer...