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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Part Number: C13081
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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 C13081 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C13081

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • 2" Receiver Opening: Works with standard bike racks, cargo carriers, and ball mounts
  • Tows up to 4,000 lbs (GTW): Handles small campers, boats, and utility trailers
  • Holds up to 400 lbs (TW): Supports hitch-mounted accessories and light trailer loads
  • Bolt-On Installation: Mounts to vehicle frame with included hardware—no welding needed
  • Corrosion-Resistant Finish: Gloss black powder coat over base coat stands up to rust
Made in USA

Features to know about

Add Real Utility with a Class III 2" Hitch

If you want to haul more gear without upgrading your vehicle, this Curt Class III trailer hitch receiver gets it done. With a 2" x 2" opening, 4,000 lbs maximum gross trailer weight, and 400 lbs maximum tongue weight, it’s built for everyday trailers, cargo carriers, and bike racks. The square-tube design gives you the strength and stability you need for towing small campers or utility trailers while keeping a clean look under the bumper.

Make Installation Simple with a Bolt-On Fit

You don’t need a lift or special tools to get this hitch on the road. It’s designed for a precise, custom fit that bolts straight to the frame — no welding required. All the mounting hardware and instructions come in the box, so you can handle the install in your own driveway. The precision robotic welding keeps everything lined up for an easy fit and long-lasting durability once mounted.

Count on Lasting Strength and Rust Protection

The fully welded steel construction is finished with a gloss black powder coat over a protective base layer to stand up to weather, road grime, and corrosion. That sturdy finish means you can tow or haul year-round without worrying about rust eating away at your hitch. It’s heavy-duty enough for repeated use and built to stay looking solid through years of towing and outdoor trips.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Rating: Class III
  • Maximum gross trailer weight: 4,000 lbs
  • Maximum tongue weight: 400 lbs

Dimensions

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"

Warranty

  • Limited lifetime warranty

13081 Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Similar to Draw-Tite 75712

Installation Details C13081 Installation instructions

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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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Hitch quality actually exceeded my expectations. Metal was "heavier", all welds were ground smooth and finish was good.
I have average mechanical ability. Doing a drive way installation took me less than two hours. Driving back tires onto four inch blocks gave me ample space to work. Used jig saw to cut receiver opening, used rope as safety strap under exhaust.
Installing wiring harness took less than an hour.



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Easy to install fits perfect didn't cut as much as they asked cause I like it done to look perfect



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What great service! Excellent product easy to install, wish I'd also bought the wiring harnesses.

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Rande

5/28/2020

ok I think the coating needs improvement there is rust that has formed on top of the hitch tube. after awhile I suspect this would become a safety issue.

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Heather A.

5/28/2020

I recommend to lightly sand the rust with a fine grit sandpaper and cover the area with a rustoleum paint to prevent further corrosion.


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The product arrived very quickly and was packaged well. In addition to the instruction that came in the box, I also utilized the installation video for the trailer hitch and the wiring harness. Although I did not have anyone to help me with the hitch, the whole process only took about 2.5 hours. It would have been less, but I had to put the jeep up on jack stands so that I could drop the exhaust down enough to get the hitch in and I kept starting and stopping the instruction video for the wiring harness to ensure I was doing it right. My friends told me it looked as it if had been professionally installed. Made me feel really good. The light test came out successful the first time and I am already shopping for my next purchase.
Excellent service and product. My next order is coming soon.



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Box was broke with open holes with hitch hanger parts sticking out. Packaging should probably be better for shipping purposes



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Product is very well built and has worked flawlessly for us. The only change I did was to get longer bolts (5 inch) for the passenger side. This allowed me to use my recovery hook with the tow hitch. If you do this mode you will need to Dremel the holes bigger on the recovery hook to install it. Actual install was straight forward and the install information online at etrailer helped a lot. Don't be afraid to do the trimming on the lower rear plastic. Just follow the instructions and it is easy. You will need a light kit for the trailer lights to work with the Jeep Compass. Well built tow hitch and has given us no issues when towing.



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Good fit and looks good but if you have never installed a hitch on your style of vehicle before figure more time than what it says in the instructions. I installed one on a 2014 Jeep Patriot. The guy I watched online said 2.5 hours to install. He was right not the one hour the instructions said (instructions said half hour for a pro). Maybe if everything goes your way and you have a lift with help at your disposal then maybe you could pull off the one hour install.

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Terry

8/23/2017

Completely satisfied with no problems



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I purchased this just over a year ago and received an email today asking me to review it. Let me start by saying that I love that they waited a year to ask for a review. Whats the point of reviewing a product the day you receive it?
The trailer Hitch arrived within a few days of ordering and I watched the videos for installing it on my Jeep Patriot. With there being enough room for me to crawl under the car I had the hitch installed in 30 mins! I also purchased the lighting kit and the entire project was done in an hour. The entire hitch except for the tongue is hidden behind the bumper cover and looks like a factory option. I use this hitch daily for work and its been rock solid and still looks like new. Fit and finish are perfect. Great Product!



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Etrailer, has not let me down. This hitch fits perfectly, anad the one i purchased for my 2015 cherokee did also. Great product, great company, will keep coming back.

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Lmic

11/10/2016

Still a great purchase and product, would definitely recommend



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Hitch is well made. I didnt have to take down the exhaust or heat shield, i just took the holding pins off from the center lower fascia and was able to pull it forward enough to get the hitch in place. Its tight, but installed in 10min. One thing I did notice, hitch was about 1/2 short of the frame. I installed anyway and it seems secured although not completely snug against the frame on one side. Its tight and doesnt move. Pretty easy install.

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Heather A.

9/14/2017

It sounds like your hitch was slightly flexed in shipping. The good news is hitches are easy to flex back into place. I have attached a link for flexed hitches to help you.



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Had a professional installation. They simply removed the entire bumper cover. Hitch bolted right on without lowering the muffler or removing the heat shield. Worked out really fast and easy. I will be headed to Lake Okeechobee with my boat in tow next month.

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Donald M.

9/14/2017

The hitch has worked out very well. I must say that the hitch is much stronger than the Jeep on which it is mounted. I recently purchased a Swagman bicycle carrier from etrailer. As soon as weather permits, I will be loading my bike to check it out and will be doing a review on that product. Thus far, I am all smiles



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It went on easy but it’s a 2 man job for sure. Me and a friend managed to install it in about 4 hours without using a lift.



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A good choice made! Very satisfied, I use it on my 2013 Jeep Patriot pulling my 4' x 8' Harbor Freight Trailor.



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Easy Install and quick shipping. 2015 Jeep Patriot 4x4.



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Great delivery, Great customer service.Nice gal on the other end of the phone.;)Recommend to all Jeepsters!From Lon's Plumbing Services!!!!Detroit, Mi48315



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Super easy installation! Step by step YouTube videos provided by etrailers were extremely helpful.



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Super fast shipping, hitch went on without any problems, any questions I had were answered by your staff. Thanks



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Fast shipping, easy installation. Fit perfect, looks great, highly recommend
Thanks for great service and products



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I received the product in a matter of days. I installed the receiver hitch on my jeep patriot while it was in my driveway. Installation was a snap and it went just as the video said it would.



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Excellent product the hitch fit perfect on my vehicle just like it describes in the website and sales staff George sent me all the info I needed for my install! Also the package the hitch came. In was nice nothing at all damaged very good instructions included also. Thank you very much!



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This website and the service is fantastic. The specific products were easy to find and the delivery was on point and fast, of all the hitches I have either ordered or bought in the past this was by far the best way to go. The product was easy to install and the etrailer videos on youtube were outstanding with easy to follow steps and knowledgable information. Will definitely return for future purchases and will recommend to other for there needs. Thanks for making my experience painless.



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I was extremely satisfied with how easy the trailer hitch and wiring harness were to install. I am not a mechanic, but following the two eTrailer YouTube videos, a friend and I were able to install both in less than 2 hours.
The tip to cut a little less from the rear skirt, versus the instructions, made a world of difference in the final look.



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The hitch and wiring harness Ipurchased from etrailer fit very well under my 2016 Jeep. It was easy to install and great instructions . This maybe my 4th or 5 th hitch and harnesses I,ve installed on my vehicles. Keep up the Good work and good products
Thank you
Tom



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After owning for one year, it has been a valuable addition to our Jeep Patriot. We have pulled a small trailer well over 3,000 miles. We went from a Suburban to the Patriot and definitely need this to haul our belongings. I did spend the extra time to get the power cable up to the engine compartment by way of fishing it under the carpet or plastic trim. So it is completely hidden except in the door panel. There is no way to get it thru the firewall between the engine and the dashboard so this has worked well. Am going to install this same kit on my sons Patriot for Christmas.



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Real easy to install watched video had it done in a 1.5 hours that includes the wiring


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