Weight Capacity Differences in Draw-Tite and Curt Hitch Receivers for 2021 Ford Ranger
Question:
Is there a weight rating difference between the Curt and Draw-Tite hitches that fit 2021 Ford Rangers?
asked by: Mike M
Expert Reply:
Yes, there is a large difference in weight capacities between those hitch receivers for your 2021 Ford Ranger. I would be happy to break them down and compare them for you.
The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver item # C13417 is a custom fit for Ford Rangers and will bolt directly to your vehicle without any welding. The Curt has a 30 min estimated installation time. It is a class III hitch receiver with a
Maximum gross trailer weight of 6,000 lbs
Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution of 8,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight of 900 lbs
Maximum TW when used with weight distribution of 900 lbs
Them the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver item # DT73GR. It has a 40 min estimated installation time. It is also custom fit and a class III receiver but it has higher capacities than the Curt
Maximum gross trailer weight of 7,500 lbs
Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution of 8,000 lbs
Maximum tongue weight of 1,125 lbs
Maximum TW when used with weight distribution of 1,200 lbs
You need to decide if the easier installation of the Curt is more important or if the extra capacity of the Draw-Tite is more important. I would recommend the Draw-Tite # DT73GR.
If you are in need of a wiring harness I recommend the Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector item # 22124. This allows you to quickly and easily install a 7-way, RV-style trailer connector on your Ford Ranger. The T-One connector plugs into your existing tow connector requiring no cutting, splicing, or tapping of your truck's wiring system.
To round out your towing setup I recommend the Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches item # C45534. This towing kit will provide you with a 2" Ball, a fixed ball mount with a 3/4" rise and 2" drop, and is rated for up to 7,500 lbs. It also includes a hitch pin and clip, hitch receiver lock with keys, hitch cover, and a storage case.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- Tekonsha
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 2 Inch Ball
- One Ball
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Rise - 0 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- CURT
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- CURT
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