What are the Different Hitch Class Receivers? - TRIMAX Locks (2024)

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What are the different classes of hitch receivers? ›

Tow Hitch Receiver Sizes and Classes

The difference between the two is that Class 1 receivers can tow a maximum of 2,000 lbs. whereas the Class 2 receiver can tow up to 3,500 lbs. CLASS 3 & CLASS 4: Class 3 and Class 4 receivers are the most common receivers out there.

Hitch classes are separated by their maximum weight capacity rating and receiver opening size. Classes range from I to V, and each class has its own unique capacity and applications. To find: Read the label on your hitch, or measure the size of the opening.

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Class V hitches are weight carrying (WC) and weight distributing (WD) hitches depending on the vehicle and hitch specifications. Class V hitches used as weight carrying are rated up to 12,000 lbs. gross trailer weight (GTW) with a maximum trailer tongue weight (TW) of 1200 lbs.

A class 3 hitch enables you to tow a wide variety of trailers, allowing you to pursue your passion -- camping, hunting, fishing, motorsports and more.

The best hitch for travel trailers is a class 3, class 4 or class 5. These hitches offer the capacity to safely tow a variety of larger trailers, particularly travel trailers. Most of these receiver hitches are also compatible with a weight distribution hitch, a device typically needed for towing travel trailers.

Each CURT class 3 hitch is engineered to provide the best possible fit and installation and features a 2"x2" receiver tube which is rated to tow up to 10,000 lbs. and can handle up to 1,000 lbs. tongue weight, depending on the specific vehicle and application.

Your hitch's maximum tow weight rating can usually be found on a label on the hitch itself.

What trucks have a 3 inch receiver? ›

Receiver Hitch Size Diagram. 1/2 Ton Pickup & SUVs normally have 2″, 3/4 & 1 Ton Pickup 2-1/2″. Only Select F350/F450 (Newer) have 3″ receiver.

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Look at the large end of the key (also called the bow). If the bow has straight sides and a triangle-shaped top (like a house), you probably have a KW1 keyway. If the key is diamond-shaped (narrower at the top and bottom and wide in the middle), you probably have a SC1 keyway.

Most lock manufacturers use a distinctive bow design to identify their keys. First try to locate one that matches yours. Also look to see if your keys has a name or any numbers or letters on them. Letter/Number combinations such as SC1, KW1, Y1 etc.

Class III hitches are what you normally see on small trucks, SUVs and larger sedans. These hitches tend to be rated at around 500/600 pounds tongue weight and up to a maximum of 5,000 pounds towing and normally come in 2” receivers.

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 3,500 lbs in GTW and up to 525 lbs in TW.

A Class III hitch is one of the most common hitches, and with its 6,000-pound GTW and 600-pound TW capacity, it's capable of safely handling the vast majority of trailerable boats on the market.

Your hitch's maximum tow weight rating can usually be found on a label on the hitch itself.