Which Hitch for 2021 Jeep Gladiator
Question:
What's the difference between the Draw-Tite and Curt Class III hitches for the 2021 Jeep Gladiator. Which is better?
asked by: David G
Expert Reply:
We offer two types of hitches for the 2021 Gladiator. Both a full frame, and the type that simply bolts to the rear crossmember using existing holes. The difference between the two types is the capacity.
The full frame hitch is part # DR64FR which has the highest capacity, at 7500 lbs towing/1125 lbs tongue weight. This is higher than the maximum 7650/765 lb capacity of the vehicle (capacity of vehicle might be less, consult owner's manual for specifics) but of you need the highest tongue weight capacity available, this would be the right choice, but it will NOT fit Rubicon models.
Curt and etrailer both offer the receiver that bolts to the rear crossmember. The Curt is part # CU74FR the etrailer is # e67AR. Either hitch has a 5000 lbs towing/500 lb tongue weight capacity. If you have a Rubicon, or if this capacity is sufficient, this would be the way to go. Neither of these are a fit for the Diesel model.
If you'll be towing with the hitch as opposed to using it for a hitch mounted accessory only, you'll also need a trailer wiring harness, part # 118786 along with a ball mount like # 2753 as well as # 19260 for a 1-7/8 or # 63845 for a 2-inch trailer ball.
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T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
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1-7/8" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 2,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 1-7/8 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 2000 lbs GTW
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Draw-Tite Ball Mount for 2" Hitches - 2-3/4" Rise, 4" Drop - 9" Long - 7.5K
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
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- No Ball
- 1 Inch Ball Hole Diameter
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
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2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 7500 lbs GTW
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Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
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- 7500 lbs GTW
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
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- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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