Do Trailer Hitches Install Inside Trailer Frame for 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

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Do either the curt or drawtight mount to the inside of frame so the tailpipe is not a concern with clearance?

asked by: Matt

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Both the Draw-Tite # 75549 and Curt # C13388 trailer hitches mount to the inside of the frame so they won't be a problem for your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with the standard bumper.

I kind of like the look of the Curt better to I recommend going that route over the Draw-Tite, plus we have found that the Curt hitches tend to have better welds and a thicker powder coat so they are a little more durable.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

If your 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has a standard bumper without the step, the Draw-Tite #75549 is going to provide you with the most ground clearance at 15" from the bottom of the receiver tube to the ground. If your Sprinter has…

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Answer 2

On this particular vehicle, the design of the rear bumper and its relation to the frame will dictate where the hitch sits. All the hitches available for the 2019 Sprinter 2500 with the standard bumper will sit pretty much up against the underside…

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The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #C13388 is a confirmed fit for your 2012 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. The reason the hitch does not fit models with 30-3/8" frame, measured outside to outside of frame is…

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If you are sure an OEM hitch has a 7,500 lb towing capacity without weight distribution that would be the highest rated option as none of the options we have are near that capacity. For a weight distribution system for the range you mentioned the…

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Yes, the Draw Tite hitch part #75549 does fit your 2017 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 passenger van without the rear step and the frame width 39-1/2 inches that you mentioned.

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As long as your 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 features the standard factory bumper the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #75549 that you referenced will fit perfectly. It will line up to existing holes in the Sprinter's frame rails for a…

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Answer 7

We haven't had the chance to install both the Curt #C13388 and Draw-Tite #75549 trailer hitches on the Mercedes Sprinter to do a comparison, however I did go out to our warehouse to take a measurement on each to determine which will sit higher…

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For your 2019 Mercedes Sprinter 2500 4x4 passenger van with a 144 inch wheelbase and a standard bumper the Draw Tite hitch part #75549 is a great option that fits easily and has plenty of towing capacity.

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Answer 9

I can definitely say the Draw-Tite #75549 will fit your 2020 Mercedes-Bens 2500. It also looks like the stock exhaust will not need to be modified for the install. I included an install video we did on a 2016 Sprinter for you to take a look at as…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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If you just need a 4-pin to 7-pin trailer wiring adapter, then you can use part #C57672. This will plug into the 4-pin trailer connector on your brother's vehicle and give him the 7-pin socket for the trailer. Keep in mind, this will only give…

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Do Trailer Hitches Install Inside Trailer Frame for 2019 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

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