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1969 Ford Bronco
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Part Number: 13040
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number 13040 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - 13040

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Tows up to 6,000 lbs (GTW): Handles small campers, boats, and utility trailers safely
  • Holds up to 600 lbs (TW): Supports bike racks, cargo carriers, and towing accessories
  • Bolt-On Installation: Mounts directly to the frame with included hardware, no welding required
  • Durable Steel Build: Fully welded square-tube design provides lasting strength and stability
  • Rust-Resistant Finish: Gloss black powder coat over a protective base resists corrosion
Made in USA

Features to know about

Handle Everyday Towing and Hauling: Class III Strength with 2" Receiver

This hitch gives you a solid connection point for towing small campers, boats, or utility trailers. With a 6,000 lbs maximum gross trailer weight and 600 lbs tongue weight, it’s built to handle light to moderate towing. When used with a weight distribution system, capacity increases to 10,000 lbs GTW and 1,000 lbs tongue weight. The 2" x 2" receiver opening fits the most common ball mounts, bike racks, and cargo carriers, so you can easily bring extra gear along.

Make the Most of Your Hitch Accessories: Fits Standard 2" Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers

The 2" receiver works perfectly with popular swing-away and hanging style bike racks, letting you carry up to four bikes while still being able to access your rear doors. Platform cargo trays and storage baskets also slide right in. It’s a simple way to add more hauling options without any adapters or special mounts.

Install It Yourself in the Driveway: Bolt-On Design with Complete Hardware Kit

This fully welded hitch bolts directly to the frame with no welding required. The holes line up for a straightforward install using standard tools, and the complete hardware kit and instructions are included. Many DIYers mount it in their driveway or garage without needing a lift.

Built to Last in Rough Conditions: Powder Coated Steel with Protective Base Coat

The sturdy square-tube steel design is protected by a gloss black powder coat finish over a base layer for excellent rust resistance. Precision robotic welding keeps the structure strong and consistent, so the hitch stays secure even after years of towing and weather exposure.

Specs

Dimensions

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"

Weight and Capacity

  • Rating: Class III
  • Maximum gross trailer weight: 6,000 lbs
  • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 10,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: 600 lbs
  • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 1,000 lbs

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

13040 Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details 13040 Installation instructions

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4.9

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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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WOW! I read instructions saying took 10 mins to install and laughed. But it actually took ten minutes by my self I was delighted and what a fit. My wife was shocked because I had one installed and what they charged me. This complete package was 1/3 of what hitch install company charges for 10 mins on hitch and 10 on wire connector kit. Good luck hope your experience is as good as mine.



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Purchased hitch and wiring kit and installed it to trailer an 18' Boston Whaler Outrage...Hitch and wiring to date has performed flawlessly!!!



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The website was very helpful so I could see what was needed to install the trailer hitch assembly onto the vehicle prior to ordering.
I checked my vehicle after reviewing the website videos and they matched.
The installation went well. I used a floor jack (on one side) and a bucket with a couple of short 2 x 4's (on the other side) to make a stand since I installed it by myself.
Instructions were very clear and indicated the torquing requirements for the bolts.
The vehicle now has a hitch to pull a trailer.
I took my time but completed the installation in 2 hours. This included setting up, taking photos (they are on that camera), coffee, ... and putting stuff away.



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Very Happy with the hitch. Good quality easy installation less than 30 min. 6 bolts went right in cranked em tight walked away with a smile

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Dave C.

5/1/2015

You guys are the one to go to for trailer accessories. very fast and good service not to mention quality. I recommend you when someone is in need Thank You



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My etrailer hitche is everything that I thought it would be it really solve the problem of having to try and figure out how to get a trailer from one place to the next it was so easy to install took about 1 hour no I'm set for the next five years at least



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Took my son and I less than 10 minutes to install. Super easy.



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Needed a Receiver Hitch for my 1997 Express Van. I called the order in on Friday. (It wasn't an overseas call center which I will not deal with.) Was delivered to my door on Monday. ( 3 days).Was a Curtis Hitch, and couldn't have been a better fit. No-Drill, and fit perfectly. The wiring kit I ordered was also a perfect fit. It took me about a hour to bolt it up and put the wiring kit in. And I was going down the road with a trailer on the back. I honestly couldn't come up with reason NOT to buy from this company. No matter how hard I tried!! They definetly have me as a return customer. Geat job E-trailer. Don't change anything. Your perfect the way you are!!



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Solid product and easy to install! The instructional videos and customer service are top notch! I have purchased 2 hitches and a cargo carrier and will always return to E-trailer for trailer accessories.



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Perfect fit simple installation and fast shipping. This is my third hitch a purchase from E-Trailer along with two wiring harness is they are the best would not go anywhere else because of my past experiences with them 100% satisfaction for me



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EXACT FIT... SUPER EZ INSTALLATION... EXCEPTIONAL SALES/SUPPORT... ALL THE HARDWARE INCLUDED... AND -THE BEST PRICE ANYWHERE!!!

I do NOT work for e-Trailer (unlike some other places' commenters that I ALMOST fell for... Read ALL the other vendor's comments to get their REAL story!).

I searched (a lot) in stores, dealers, trailer outlets, and on-line. e-Trailer was the best in price, sales (very knowledgable), support (exceptional on-line installation video and documentation), and follow-up (my sales rep - Ian W - contacted me about shipping, install support, and post-install satisfaction... Great customer service!!!!).

The hardware was all Grade 8!!! Be sure to check what "others" are providing in the quality of their products BEFORE you buy!!! e-Trailer sales only industry-recognized, top quality products. The steel, welding, finish and hardware are all superior quality. Their sales, support and pricing easily beats the competition. And the product fits as it's supposed to! And the shipping time can't be beat. The product was in stock - not back-ordered from another distributor! (Ask the competition about guaranteed shipping dates BEFORE you order!!!) e-Trailer had my product to me within days... Not weeks!

I'm limited to this 5-star rating system, but e-Trailer deserves much more.

PLEASE - take it from a guy that uses his vehicle for work and recreation... Don't waste your time trying to make the other guy's products (barely) fit. Avoid the hassle of dealing with the other guy's single owner/sales/service/shipping/customer service person that's shipping third-party products out of his garage (yup - his 10 year old son answered the phone when I called to ask questions about fitment and features).

Understand I have nothing against the mom and pop shops, I'm one too! But don't fall for the bait and switch guys, or the third-party distributors. Order from e-Trailer to enjoy real, knowledgable customer service and support, get quality products at great prices, and avoid the hassles and delays the "discount/wholesale" guys offer.

Thanks e-Trailer... You put the CUSTOMER back in Customer Satisfaction!!!!



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The hitch arrived after only a couple of days and was a perfect match for my van.
The installation kit came with everything needed for a quick installation. Great job guy's!

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Tim P.

4/18/2017

Was so impressed with the service and hitch, I just purchased another one for our 4th service van. I will keep coming back!



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fast shipping and product fit great with easy installation



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Perfect fit. Fast free shipping. A+++



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One person able to install



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I really appreciated the service, they went above and beyond to make sure my order was processed and delivered. It was an easy installation everything lined up accordingly the quality of the product was well-made.



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Excellent product. Easy installation. The videos are very helpful. Couldn’t be happier!!! Great company and customer service!!!



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Product was easy to install. Looks great. Kinda annoyed that you guys put the etrailer sticker on upside down. Now I am gonna have to remove it. I would have let it stay to help with some name recognition. But since you didn’t take the time to make it to right, I have to take time to scrap it off.



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The Ordered Hitch Receiver came Quickly, I Got it and after work I Installed it in just Minutes My Self. Got everything Ready dropped the bolts through the framework as instructed lifted up Hitch ,Bolted it on Tightly as Required. I Really Liked this Hide A Way Hitch Made By Curt. e trailer.com Thanks,R.B.



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I'm beginning by giving the hitch a stellar rating and, in the spirit of full disclosure, will state That I haven't even used it yet. In fact it has been only 2 hours since I installed it on my 2010 Chevy Express van. I intend to go to the DMV on Monday and get the tags for my trailer and later in the week will get my Hopkins wiring kit and on the following day will take it on a fishing trip. At that time I could write another review. I will say however I was very impressed with the quality and workmanship of the hitch itself. I have no doubt that it is strong enough to pull a far heavier load than my canoe and I also feel that premature rusting will not be a factor.



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Easy installation of what looks to be a very well built product.



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Fit and finish couldn’t be any better. Not the first hitch I have purchased from E trailer. Never disappoints!



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The receiver came incredibly fast and boxed well, so no damage incurred. Perfect fit and a great price.



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Very easy to install with 2 men, we where on the road with the trailer in 10 minutes



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Beautiful hitch great pricing

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Tom

5/13/2026

Excellent



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I thinking everything went exactly how it was explained to me though the website, videos and reviews for this hitch’s ordering, delivery and diy installation.


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