Recommended Hitch Receiver For 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander To Tow A UTV
Question:
Looking for a hitch for my 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander that can tow utv I dont know the weight of the utv yet havent I dont understand the 300 pounds tongue weight is there a stronger tongue weight in case I do pass the required weight at the ball thanks for any info
asked by: Herminio S
Expert Reply:
For your 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander, I recommend the Curt Class II Receiver Hitch, # C12293. This hitch receiver has a 3500 lb towing weight and a 300 lb tongue weight which is the highest tongue weight available for your vehicle. The tongue weight is the amount of weight that the trailer coupler puts on the ball of your hitch. Typically this is 10-15% of the total towing weight of the trailer. I've attached an article that outlines how to determine trailer tongue weight. This hitch is a simple bolt on application and all of the hardware is included.
To tow with your hitch, the ball mount I recommend is the Curt Class II Drawbar, # C45503. This has a 3-1/2 inch rise or a 1 inch drop. I've included an article on choosing the correct ball mount for you as well because you want to make sure you have the proper rise or drop to tow your trailer level. You will also want a hitch ball that is either 1-7/8 inches like # C40001 or is 2 inches like # 19258.
Finally, you will want to complete your towing set-up with the correct wiring harness for your vehicle. I recommend the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, # C55565. This wiring harness is a simple plug and play harness that will allow you to connect to your vehicle's wiring behind each of your tail lights by simply plugging in the connectors. There is no splicing required to give you a 4-pole flat trailer connection at the rear of your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-9/16" Long Shank - Chrome - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- Draw-Tite
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 1-5/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 1-9/16 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Class II Drawbar - 3/8" Rise, 1" Drop - 7-13/16" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 1 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 300 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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