Understanding the Various Kinds of Hidden Trailer Hitches

Shopping for towing components isn’t a simple task. There is an assortment of options which might confuse you, especially in case you don’t know anything about hidden truck trailer.

There are terms used to describe the many towing components, which I won’t get into. But, I will let you know what is compatible with what.

Understanding the Various Kinds of Hidden Trailer Hitches

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Weight Carrying Vs Weight Distributing Hitches

Weight distributing hitches are used to equalize or balance out the weight of this trailer evenly across the four wheels of the towing vehicle hence the car isn’t weighed down on the back end.

Weight Carrying Hitches, on the other hand, don’t distribute the weight evenly. It’s, therefore, your responsibility to balance out the weight of your trailer with that of the towing vehicle.

Front Mount Hitch Vs Rear Mount Hitch

Most hitches are installed in the back end of the towing vehicle. Most people, however, are unaware there are hitches which may be mounted in front of the towing vehicle.

Class 1 and 2 Receivers

This sort of hitches can be used on small cars of any version. They generally use a 1 1/4-inch receiver tube for the ball mount. Hitches might be concealed or not.

Class 1 hidden trailer hitches have a maximum towing capacity of 2,000 lbs.

Class 2 Hidden Hitches, on the other hand, can be used to tow a 3,500-pound trailer.

Class 3 Receivers

This is most commonly set up in full-size vehicles such as pickup trucks and SUVs. They use a larger receiver tube in comparison to that of Class 1 and two hitches, measuring 2-inches.