Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver for 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon
Question:
Hi, I have a 2004 E320 wagon. I was wondering why the 11701 does not fit my vehicle. Are there any hitches that have more tow capacity that fit my vehicle. The extra 500lb and 50lb tounge weight would make a pretty significant difference. Thanks.
asked by: Jaridd L
Expert Reply:
The Curt hitch # C11701 is a fit for the following models only based on the frame hole locations and vehicle capacity:
2003 - 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan - excluding Sport Package
2006 - 2006 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E350 and E55 AMG
2007 - 2009 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E350 and E63 AMG
2005 - 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Wagon - E55 AMG
For your 2004 Mercedes-Benz E320 Wagon, the Curt # C11820 is the only confirmed fit. It has a capacity of 200 lbs tongue weight and 2,000 lbs towing as you stated. This rating is typical of the Class I Hitches and there is not a higher capacity hitch available for your vehicle.
It sounds like you will be towing, so I recommend the ball mount # C45521 and pin and clip # F-4. Then you will either want hitch ball # A-80 for 1-7/8 inch diameter or # A-82 for 2 inch diameter.
For your trailer wiring, I recommend the ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit # 119250KIT which is the only confirmed fit for your vehicle. I've attached a video to assist.
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ZCI Circuit Protected Vehicle Wiring Harness w/ 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector and Installation Kit
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- Universal Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Stainless Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
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2" Hitch Ball - 3/4" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Stainless Steel - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
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- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 3/4 Inch Diameter Shank
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class I
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class I
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- 2000 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Curt Class II Drawbar - 2-5/8" Rise, 3-1/4" Drop - 7-1/4" Long - 3,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- No Ball
- 3/4 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 3 Inch
- Rise - 2 Inch
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 3500 lbs GTW
- Class II
- CURT
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Curt Hitch Pin and Clip for 1-1/4" Hitches - 1/2" Diameter x 2-1/2" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- 2-1/2 Inch Long
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1/2 Inch Diameter
- 2-1/2 Inch Span
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Daveb
6/6/2020
I have a 2004 e320 wagon. I’m can’t see why the C11701 would not work for my vehicle. The C11820 is a straight bar, looks like it would be more visible, true?