Curt Hitch # C13035 Recommendation for a 1998 Chevy Astro Van
Question:
what are the diferences from class 2,3 or 4 for trailer hitch for chevy astro van 1998...
asked by: Humberto T
Expert Reply:
The reason there are hitch classifications is to easily differentiate the different towing capacities for various hitches.
Generally speaking, the higher the hitch classification the higher the weight capacities will be for that hitch. So a Class IV will be stronger than a Class III which will be stronger than a Class II.
I attached an FAQ page on hitch classifications for you to check out also.
The Curt Trailer Hitch # C13035 that you referenced is a Class III hitch can handle 4,000 lbs carrying weight and 400 lbs tongue without weight distribution, and 6,000 lbs carrying weight and 600 lbs tongue when used with weight distribution.
I attached installation instructions for this product also.
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4-Pole Hardwire Kit # 18252 (installation video attached)
Ball Mount 3/4 inch Rise or 2 inch Drop # AMSC2
Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Medium Shank # 19247 (review video attached)
Hitch Ball with 1-7/8 inch Diameter and Medium Shank # 19260
Pin and Clip # PC3
Products Referenced in This Question
4-Way Flat Trailer Connector w/ 72" Harness, Circuit Tester and Wire Taps
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- No Converter
- 6 Feet Long
- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
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- 2000 lbs GTW
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
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Convert-A-Ball Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 10,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Matte Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 10000 lbs GTW
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Pin and Clip for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 3-1/4" Span
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Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 6000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 600 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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