Difference In Weight Between etrailer Trailer Hitch e98902 and Curt Trailer Hitch C12170
Question:
I have a 2021 Mazda CX-5 Carbon Edition w/Turbo. Im considering my options for a hitch to be used only for a 2 bike bicycle rack. But I want to minimize the hitch weight. How much does the Item # e98902 weigh? Item # C12170?
asked by: Jim L
Helpful Expert Reply:
The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e98902 you were looking at for your 2021 Mazda CX-5 Turbo Carbon Edition weighs in at 34lbs, and the # C12170 weighs in at 32lbs.
Between these two I would still go with the # e98902 even though it is 2lbs heavier, due to it being having higher capacities at 600lb tongue weight and 4000lb trailer weight where the # C12170 is rated for 350lbs tongue weight and 3500lb trailer weight.
The other reason is due to the # e98902 having a 2" receiver where the # C12170 only has a 1-1/4" receiver. A 2" receiver is typically preferred when available due to it giving you the most options when it comes to accessories.
For a bike rack I recommend taking a look at the Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount # HLY94FR which will fit in either of the receivers mentioned, and will accommodate two bikes weighing up to 35lbs each.
I included videos for each of the products mentioned being installed on a Mazda CX-5 for you to take a look at.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Hollywood Racks Destination Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Platform Rack
- Folding Rack
- Frame Mount
- Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
- Hollywood Racks
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 600 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- etrailer
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