Van build and Recommended Receiver Hitch for 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500

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I have a 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 that I am doing a van build on. I need a trailer hitch recommendation.

asked by: Joy

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If your 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 has the factory step bumper, I suggest the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 13358. If you have the standard bumper, then the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13388. Both of these are Class III hitches that are fully welded in their construction and have received an excellent powder coated finish. They are a bolt-on installation and each will fit the long or short wheel base version, type bumper that is in place is the deciding factor for over the other.

You don't state if this hitch is needed for accessories such as bike rack or cargo carrier or for towing. If you'll be towing with the hitch, you'll also need # TK22115 for a 7-way connector. If towing a trailer with brake axles, I suggest the Tekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller, # 90195.

Enjoy the DIY Van Build, and let us know how we can assist as your project moves forward. We have many of the items that you will need/want. Please note the linked product review and installation videos below.

I will leave you with one last suggestion for your Van Build, checkout the Yakima EXO line of items, link below.

expert reply by: Michael R

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Answer 1

For your 2021 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with the standard bumper, the Curt #C13388 and the Draw-Tite #75549. While we have not had a chance to install both of these hitches yet, when we measured these hitches we found that from the center of the…

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Answer 2

Curt does have a hitch that fits the 170 inch wheelbase versions of the 2017 Mercedes Benz Sprinter vans but it's not the part number you mentioned as it's actually the part #C13388. This requires frame drilling if the van is a 2500 model and…

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Answer 3

As long as your 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 with the 144 inch wheelbase is equipped with the standard bumper (not the step bumper) the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch #C13388 that you referenced will fit and work perfectly. This Class III hitch…

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Answer 4

To attach your 2018 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500's factory 7-way to the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver item #75549 you will want to use the Mounting Bracket for 7-Way item #18138. To attach it to the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C13388 you…

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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 9

I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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Answer 10

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 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

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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