Hitch Class Rating for 2006 Toyota Highlander

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Question:

This hitch 75153 is described as a class 3, but the GTW is only 3500 lbs. I thought class 3 meant a GTW of 5000 lbs. Which is right?

asked by: Layne C

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Expert Reply:

It is not uncommon to see a 2 inch hitch rated at 3,500 lbs gross trailer weight called a Class III hitch. Because of the construction of the 2006 Toyota Highlander the hitches for it are only rated up to 3,500 pounds weight carrying. Class III hitches are rated up to 6,000 lbs gross trailer weight with 600 lbs tongue weight depending on the vehicle the hitch is designed for.

We have an article that provides more information regarding different hitch classes and their capacities, I will provide a link to it below.

The Draw-Tite, item # 75153, is a quality hitch and will perform well with your vehicle as long as you stay within the hitch capacities or vehicle capacities, which ever one is lower (see owners manual).

I have listed some items you may need along with the hitch you select.

Wiring # 118413 or # 33425 or with Tow Package # 118248
Drawbar # C45010
Ball # 19260 or # 19247
Hitch Lock # 7683

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

The towing capacity I am finding for your 2006 Toyota Highlander Hybrid is 3,500 lbs trailer weight and 350 lbs tongue weight. This is the same capacity as the Draw Titch part #75153 that you referenced which is also a fit for your vehicle. This…

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Answer 2

I have a hitch that will fit your 2006 Toyota Highlander. However, the hitch part number that you supplied is not a good number in our system. I have no way of knowing if it is a confirmed fit. However, Draw-Tite does have the Max Frame Class III…

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Answer 3

When it comes to installing a trailer hitch on your 2006 Toyota Highlander The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2 inch #e98857 is 100% confirmed to fit your vehicle. The trailer hitch has a matte black…

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Answer 4

Our fit guide splits up the hitches for your 2006 Toyota Highlander into two categories: those that are confirmed to fit the Hybrid model and those that aren't. The etrailer.com hitch, part #E98857, fits both the Hybrids and non-Hybrids so it…

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Answer 5

If your 2006 Toyota Highlander has the factory tow package you would want the wiring harness part #118248, if you do not have the tow package you would want the #C59236. .

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Answer 6

It sounds like you're on the right track. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #13530 is correct for your hybrid 2006 Toyota Highlander. Then the Ball Mount #C45030 and Hitch Ball #40038 will fit the hitch. You do need to make sure the 1 inch rise or…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

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 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

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 12

To add a hitch to your 2024 Toyota RAV4, I recommend the etrailer item #e23ZR. 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 4,000 lbs towing capacity, and a 600…

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