What is the Difference between the Curt C12188 and the Draw-Tite # 36660 for My 2021 Ford EcoSport?

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I have a 2021 Ford EcoSport and am looking for a trailer hitch receiver. I see that there is a Curt and Draw-Tite hitch available so which one should I go with?

asked by: Mark M

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You are correct that for your 2021 Ford EcoSport there are two trailer hitch receiver options, the Curt # C12188 and Draw-Tite # 36660.

These hitches are very similar as they both share a similar design meaning they have roughly the same installation difficulty. Both hitches have a 1-1/4" receiver opening, and both also have the same 350lb tongue weight and 3,500lb trailer weight rating.

With that said I recommend going with the Draw-Tite # 36660 due to it not requiring an stabilization strap like the Curt # C12188 does to avoid voiding the warranty on the hitch.

If you plan on towing a light utility trailer, I recommend a ball mount/ball like the ones in the Curt Towing Starter Kit # C45147. If you need a wiring harness, that is the Vehicle Wiring Harness Kit w/ 4-Pole Trailer Connector # C59236. This harness will give you brake light, running light, and turn signal functions.

I included a video of the Draw-Tite # 36660 being installed on an older EcoSport to give you an idea of what the installation process will entail.

expert reply by: Bob C

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Answer 1

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 2

There is only one difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13176 and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98909 that fit your 2020 Chevrolet Colorado, which is the finish. The Curt trailer hitch has a glossy black finish while the etrailer…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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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

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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