Can Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch # 75549 be Used as a Step on a 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500
Question:
Does the hitch protrude enough to allow one to use it as a step to help get up into the rear door? Or is there a gap between the hitch and bumper to allow one to step on it?
asked by: Michael L
Expert Reply:
The receiver on Draw-Tite trailer hitch # 75549 does stick out past the bumper a few inches on the 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500. Take a look at the picture I have included for an example.
There isn't a whole lot of space and no grip on the metal receiver so I recommend a hitch step such as # BBS-1102 or, if you will be towing, the Tow & Go Hitch Step for Ball Mounts # RP7060200 as much safer alternatives. I have linked videos on all 3 products for you.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Towpower Tow & Go Hitch Step for Ball Mounts - 500 lbs
- Hitch Step
- Fixed Step
- Standard Step
- 500 lbs
- Ball Mount Platform
- 14 Inch
- Aluminum
- Reese
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class IV
- 600 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 7500 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 750 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
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