Ball Mount for 2024 Subaru Outback Towing U-Haul Trailer

Updated 05/04/2025 | Published 05/02/2025

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Flint Hill Goods Adj Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 10" Drop/8" Rise - 5K

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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"

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Question:

Hello. Im towing a Uhaul trailer that has a recommended 18.5 to 18.75inch ball height measured at center of ball using a 2024 Outback Subaru with the 2inch factory hitch installed. Im not sure as to the exact height of the hitch because I am currently stationed at a different location but I believe it may be around 16. Would this hitch mount be the right one to accommodate any height difference? Possibly if it were installed upside down? Thanks.

asked by: David K

Expert Reply:

Hey David! Our own etrailer Hitch # e25TR measure 16" from the ground to the inside top of the receiver so that must be close. The typical U-Haul coupler height is going to be 18" which falls in-line with that recommendation. That would mean you need a 2" rise. The Flint Hill Goods Adj Ball Mount # FHG25VR has a minimum rise of 4" so you're going to sit a little high.

Instead, I recommend the etrailer Adjustable 2-Ball Mount # e66PR. This will work well with the U-Haul trailer and keep you level with anything else you may tow in the future. It has a 2" ball, which is what the U-Haul coupler will have, and a 2-5/16" ball. Let me know if you need anything else.

expert reply by: Robin H