Hitch for 2012 Chevrolet Equinox to Allow Use of Ramped Platform Carrier for Mobility Scooter
Question:
I need a class III hitch to attach a mobility scooter platform carrier/ramp to a 2012 Chevy Equinox. What would be the best kind to get? I have no idea where to even start looking. Thank you for your help!
asked by: Stacey H
Expert Reply:
The highest-rated hitch for your 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is a 2-inch Class III hitch such as Curt # 13591 rated for 350-lbs tongue weight. Tongue weight is the downward force on a hitch. In the case of a mobility scooter and its ramped carrier, the combined total weight of these two items must remain within this 350-lb hitch capacity.
You will first want to confirm the actual weight of your particular scooter. Then you can subtract this weight from the 350-lb hitch capacity to determine how heavy a ramped carrier you can use. For example, if your scooter weighs 250-lbs then the most your ramped carrier can weigh is 100-lbs. It is also a good idea to check your Equinox owner's manual for any guidance related to acceptable weights for hitch-mounted accessories.
The link provided will take you to our main page for Class III-compatible 2-inch ramped carriers. These come in several types: fixed, folding, lowering and swinging varieties.
For example, Flint Hill Goods offers their 29x49 Wheelchair Carrier # FHG69ZR that has a 60-inch ramp; this carrier weighs in at 77-lbs.
The two linked articles on hitch carriers will help you consider your options and decide what will work best for you.
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Flint Hill Goods 29" x 49" Carrier w/ 60" Ramp - 2" Hitch - 500 lbs
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Carrier with Ramp
- Wheelchair Carrier
- Fixed Carrier
- 29 Inch Wide
- Heavy Duty
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 49 Inch Long
- Aluminum
- Flint Hill Goods
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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