Why Do Hitches Available for 2021 Chevy TrailBlazer Have Higher Capacity Than Vehicle Itself

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Can you tell me what the maximum towing capacity is for the 1.3 L V3 2021 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is? I am interested in purchasing your 2-in receiver kit however in my user manual it says that the max towing capacity is 1,000 lb. I am having a hard time believing that when your site says that the kit will tow 3,500 lb. Can you please clarify what the vehicle will tow?

asked by: Jacob V

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Expert Reply:

You are correct, the towing capacity of your TrailBlazer is 1000 lbs.

It's actually very common for a trailer hitch like the Draw-Tite # DT29MR to have a higher capacity than the vehicle itself for a couple of reasons.

• The hitch companies capacity test the hitches independently of the vehicle. The hitch is actually bolted to a
test stand instead of a vehicle.

• The hitch companies know that folks routinely tow more than their vehicles are rated for, either
intentionally or unintentionally. The hitch companies will typically design the hitch with a higher capacity so
that if something fails, it won't be the hitch.

If you do decide to tow with the hitch, you'll need a trailer wiring harness like # TK39FR, a ball mount like # D-28 and a # PC3 hitch pin as well as a trailer ball. For a 1-7/8 inch ball, use # 19260 or # 63845 for a 2 inch ball.

I've linked to install videos for both the hitch and the trailer wiring harness.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

There is a trailer hitch receiver that fits your 2021 Chevy TrailBlazer, from Curt, and is the following part number: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C94UR I also wanted to mention, in case you were planning on doing some towing and needed a trailer…

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Answer 2

The trailer hitch receiver I recommend for your 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #DT55GR. I recommend the Draw-Tite hitch because it has a 2" receiver which will…

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Answer 3

Due to the design of the 2021 Chevy TrailBlazer the only way to install a hitch like the #C94UR would be by removing the rear bumper cover and beam since that just happens to be the only safe and strong enough location for the hitch to mount. There…

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Answer 4

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 5

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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Answer 6

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 7

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 8

Yes, we do. To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C26VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Toyota with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a…

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Answer 9

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue…

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Answer 10

As far as wiring for the 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander, we do have the Curt #C59236 available which is more of a universal hardwire harness. Unfortunately there are not any plug-and-play options that have been confirmed to fit as of yet (October 4,…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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