Curt C13410 or the Draw-tite 76227 for 2016 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5 Limited

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Researching trailer hitch for a bike rack and having a hard time deciding. I have narrowed it down to the Curt C13410 or the Draw-tite 76227. I like that no drilling is needed to install either and that the gross trailer/tongue weight for both could accommodate Camper/tear at some point down the road. I’m looking at the Kuat NV 2.0 2-Bike Platform Rack – 2” Hitch. The Draw-Tite has more reviews but is it the better of the two and why? Which hitch, of the two, is recommended for this rack? Are there any accessories needed with the recommended hitch with this rack? Thank you

asked by: Cindy

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When it comes to capacity, installation procedure and appearance once installed you can pretty much toss a coin to choose between the Curt # C13410 or the Draw-Tite # 76227, they are that similar. This being said, I'd always choose the Curt because it's a US made hitch and by a slight margin, they do a better job on their powder coat than Draw-Tite does.

Either of the two hitches you mentioned would work perfectly with a Kuat NV 2.0 bike rack like part # NV22G.

To equip your Subaru Outback for towing, you'll need a few other items to complete your towing setup. For a wiring harness, use # 118467. For a ball mount, use # C45030 and # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2 inch trailer ball and a pin and clip # PC3.

I've linked to installation videos for the hitch and the wiring harness.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 2

The Curt hitch receiver item #C13410 and the Draw-Tite hitch receiver item #76227 are identical hitches in almost every way. They both have the same capacities and installation methods and are hard to identify once they're installed on a Subaru.…

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Answer 3

I do have a 2 inch hitch that is a no-drill installation for your 2016 Subaru Outback. It is the Curt #C13410. These hitches are getting very popular with Subaru owners. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. Although the…

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Answer 4

The Class II Curt Hitch #C12136 and Class II Draw-Tite Hitch #36493 for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon are very similar, but every Class I and Class II and some Class III Curt Hitches require stabilizing straps to be used when towing non trailer…

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Answer 5

The foam panel is in the bumper to help support the bumper panel as well as provide a cushion for the cover if there is a minor collision. Without the cushion the cover will tend to break or crack easier as it does not have the support needed. I have…

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Answer 6

You are correct that all of the trailer hitches that we currently offer for your 2016 Subaru Outback will require drilling to install the hitch. The Draw-Tite trailer hitches require that an access hole be drilled in order to fishwire the…

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Answer 7

For your 2017 Subaru Outback Wagon we have trailer wiring that plugs into the connector at the rear of the vehicle like with the Tekonsha harness part #118467 which I recommend the highest. This installs easily and has the most reliable converter…

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Answer 8

I attached an install video that shows the trailer wiring harness part #118467 installed on a 2017 Subaru Outback like what you have. In it you can see exactly where to find the harness on your vehicle. There are several panels that need to come out…

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Answer 9

I believe you are referring to the 3 concealed cross tube hitches available for the 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon, Draw-Tite Class III part #76227, Curt Class III part #C13410 and EcoHitch part #306-X7601. The Draw-Tite part #76227 hitch is the best…

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Answer 10

I recommend going with the Draw-Tite #76227 . This hitch has a 2" receiver that won't interfere with the backup sensors on your bumper. This hitch has a 600-lb TW / 4000-lb towing capacity to maximize the towing capabilities of your 2019…

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Answer 11

Whenever the option is available, I'll always recommend choosing the 2 inch receiver over the 1-1/4 inch because the 2 inch has many more hitch mounted accessories available. The etrailer brand #e98847 and the Draw-Tite #76227 are both fine…

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Answer 12

I have included a link to a video below that shows trailer wiring harness #118467 being installed on a 2017 Subaru Outback. The video shows you where to plug in the harness. The tool our installer uses to remove trim panels is the appropriately named…

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Curt C13410 or the Draw-tite 76227 for 2016 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5 Limited

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