Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
Item # C11126
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C11126
- Class I
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
- 200 lbs TW
- Custom Fit Hitch
Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.
Features:
- Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
- Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
- Bolt-on installation - no welding required
- Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
- Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
- Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
- Sturdy, square-tube design
- Drawbar, pin and clip sold separately
- Hitches assembled in the USA, bolts overseas
Specs:
- Receiver opening: 1-1/4" x 1-1/4"
- Rating: Class I
- Maximum gross trailer weight: 2,000 lbs
- Maximum tongue weight: 200 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
etrailer.com Technical Support
At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.
11126 Curt Class 1 Trailer Hitch Receiver
Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2005 - 2008 Mini Cooper Convertible - excluding S Series
- 2002 - 2006 Mini Cooper Hardtop - excluding S Series
Customer Satisfaction Score:
97% were satisfied with this product
3% of customers were not satisfied
- Wrong item was ordered
- Alternate product found
Customer Reviews
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4" - C11126
Average Customer Rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars (31 Customer Reviews)
Perfect for light-duty towing, this custom, vehicle trailer hitch receiver features fully welded, gloss powder coated steel construction. Drawbar sold separately.by: Daniel 03/20/2024
Great service! Great product!
by: Christopher06/12/2018
2007 Mini Cooper
Received my hitch on time. Box was all beat up. Hitch was loosely packed, all scratched up and one end of a mount bracket was severely bent. I beat it out with a hammer, so it's all good now. The hitch pin design is poor for this hitch because of the position it has to be in on order to install the pin clip it all interferes with the safety chain attachment loops. I will be mostly using a stabilizing bolt in it's place that came with my bike rack so I will live with it.
by: Cole N01/21/2022
2006 Dodge Ram Pickup
I bought this for a 2006 Mini Cooper R53 Sport. It does fit the sport with the center dual tube exhaust. You just have to make sure your hitch doesn’t fit right in front of the exhaust gases. I’ve been using it for a year with no hot hitch problems. Also installed a wiring kit for lights to work. It’s amazing. I use this to tow a 6’x8’ utility trailer for small things, instead of using my HD Ram truck to just pull around a small trailer. Way easier to maneuver my mini with this hitch than use my truck for such small jobs.
by: Andy 05/26/2021
This fit perfectly under the bumper of the mini. Only issue I had was using a locking pin. I was not able to get it unlocked behind the bumper. Very little space with no sight for keys or key hole guidance. I would only recommend not using a locking pin. The hitch works flawlessly. I ground out the back of the rear fog light housing to fit back into the hole so you don't know the hitch is there until I install the bike rack
by: Nick J.12/19/2015
Cooper
I finished installing a trailer hitch on my 2006 MINI cooper and was amazed at how little trouble (thanks for the great instructions) I had getting the thing on. I would have included a photo but it installs behind a small cover on the bumper and only I know it is there.
I also installed the etrailer trailer light kit. The instructions were easy to follow and much to my amazement (I'm no electrician), everything works.
by: Hunter02/24/2019
Ford Flex
I love it.... it works fine, however the 200 lb max weight on tongue load makes it flex a little when the tiny trailer is hooked up and I am getting on and off loading whatever. Overall I am very happy with it and feel safe using it even with the vertical movement
2000 lb load capacity is ok for normal loads and I like to keep it about 50% of that.
by: Ken04/26/2022
2005 Mini Cooper
This was only a one time purchase. I own a 2005 Mini Cooper and wanted to install a hitch for bicycle transportation. My Cooper dealer did not help me but E-trailer did. So happy with the communication I had in finding the right choice. If I would ever plan on another hitch item, I will be back.
by: Richard01/19/2020
Mounted up fine, seems like it will work okay for my bike rack. However, what's up with the backup light? Your existing light doesn't fit back in the hole and I'm not sure I like being without one. Looking for a solution.
Additionally, seems Curt should have provided a plug for aesthetics, if I can't use my backup light - it makes the installation seem rather ghetto. Lastly, I hope I can reach up there to put the pin in place to secure the rack...
Installation a 5 of 10; finished product about a 3 of 10.
by: George Lukacs03/20/2017
2006 Mini Cooper
Wow! Quick delivery, great products! The hitch fit my Mini perfectly, the instructions were impeccable, and the recommended bike rack the perfect complement to the hitch- I am a very happy man! Thank you ETrailer...
by: Joseph 05/07/2021
2004 Mini Cooper
I bought this for my 04 Mini Cooper. I actually overloaded it and it performed wonderfully. I was able to haul a 50cc moped and carrier. The only downside is you lose your backup light. Other than that I'm extremely happy!
by: John06/04/2020
I assume the product is good, but I wanted to comment more on the service I received from Danielle H. I ordered my hitch and b/c of an error in my ship to address the order was declined. I called and Danielle not only fixed everything but continued to follow-up to ensure my hitch was delivered. Today it came and got yet another email confirmation. I wish all online purchases and communication were this good!! Excellent job Danielle... eTrailer give Danielle a raise! ??
by: Jay08/26/2022
The hitch looks great and was easy to install. I ordered it late Wednesday night and had it in my hands at 10:00 Friday at no shipping cost. Also tracking the order was top notch I will buy again
by: Kevin D07/14/2012
I just received the trailer hitch I ordered, on time, no problems. The two people I spoke to by phone, Amy and Rose, were fabulous on the phone. This was so smooth - way way better and less expensive than dealing with my local U-Haul. Can't address function of the hitch as yet, but I don't anticipate problems. The hitch arrived intact and unharmed, with parts as promised. Would definitely use ETrailer.com again!
Kevin D, Norwood, MA
by: Dan H02/03/2022
Mini Cooper
I towed my motorcycle trailer with my Mini Cooper for 1000 miles with no trouble at all.
by: C1112607/17/2012
2006 Mini Cooper
After I placed my order with etrailer I read on line that the service was not very good.
I was pleasantly surprised when the order was delivered rather quickly and with none of the problem I read about.
Hopefully this will continue because i am looking for other purchases from etrailer.
Good job guys
Thanks
by: George 210/28/2021
2005 Mini Cooper
Great fit! Haven't pulled anything yet but installation was a breeze! My model doesn't have a light but the cap still fits to hide the receiver which is neat.
by: fred a10/26/2010
Cooper
mini cooper hitch/receiverFit perfect , easy to put on once I figerout the panel buttons. only thing is a little hard to install the cross pin and clip.
by: Nuptse03/09/2011
Mini Cooper
Hitch well built. Fit first time on Mini Cooper. Use downloadable PDF file of instructions when you do the installation - the color and detail make it much better than a black and white photocopy version.
by: Steven02/24/2022
2005 Mini Cooper
Excellent build quality and fit. Fast delivery and clear instructions.
by: James R.06/12/2011
Arrived very fast within 5 days ...... Installed just like instructions said and works as described.... Thanks
by: Nancy L06/23/2012
trailer hitch went in according to the video instructions. I worked great. Thank You
by: Patrick 07/25/2022
Nice paint and welds. Direct bolt on. .Perfect fit.
by: Peter T07/09/2020
This worked great, was pretty easy to get on and worked for hauling a uhaul across two states. Unluckily my car wasn't quite as up to the task, and I was recommended not to do that again by my mechanic.
by: AKmiecik12/12/2016
2005 Mini Cooper
Does not fit Cooper S Convertible. That needs to be made more obvious.
by: Todd 11/07/2021
I don't give 5 star reviews. But this was perfect purchase and quick delivery.
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Christopher R.
6/12/2019
Hitch works fine. I installed a hitch extender as a permanent add-on since the hitch is all hidden behind the bumper and again in the butt to reach to install pin and clip. Now the extender just sticks out a few inches all the time. I hit my shin on it enough times now to learn to stay clear of it! Hahahaha!