Trailer Hitch for 2002 Bluebird All-American School Bus
Question:
Hello, I have a 2002 Bluebird All American RE that I need a trailer hitch for. Trailer weight should not exceed 5000 lbs loaded. What do you recommend? Thank you
asked by: Stephen
Helpful Expert Reply:
For a school bus like your 2002 Bluebird All American RE you would need a universal hitch such as Curt # C13701. It can be bolted or welded on to box frames, C-channel frames, or I-beam frames that are between 18" and 51" wide. It is a Class III rated hitch with a maximum capacity of 5,000 lbs and maximum tongue weight of 500 lbs.
If your frame is wider than 51 inches, you would need to go with Curt # 13703, which fits frames that are between 22" and 72". This hitch will fit on box frames, C-channel frames, or I-beam frames, can be either welded or bolted on, is Class III rated and has a maximum capacity of 3,500 lbs with a maximum tongue weight of 350 lbs. It can only be used with RV-approved accessories, and all non-trailer loads such as cargo carriers would require the use of stabilizing straps # 18050.
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Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 22 - 72 Inch Wide Frame
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Curt Adjustable Trailer Hitch Receiver - 18"-51" Wide - 2" Drop - Class III - 2"
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 18 - 51 Inch Wide Frame
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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