19x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Aluminum - Folding - 500 lbs

Very fast shipping and excellent monitoring of arrival and satisfaction! 672891

Instructions were good product is excellent. Product arrived ahead of schedule and I was able to get it assembled shortly thereafter. Check my photos. My hitch clamp would not work with the product and I need a storage box. 665976

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First off, etrailer is awesome. I placed my order over the phone so I could ask if it was possible to have it shipped to me before a certain date. Nicole took my order, ensured me it would be there, and even followed up to make sure it shipped out the same day. Received it exactly when she told me I would. First Impression: Everything arrived on time and assembly took about 30 minutes. The basket is aluminum, but the support pieces and main shank looks to be carbon steel (I think, did not feel like scratching it to be sure). These pieces are thick, so I am not too worried about corrosion. I may just have to keep the paint touched up on these parts. Assembly: Some of the instructions could be a little more clear showing what piece goes on top of the other, and I would prefer to have a toque spec. It was difficult at times to hold a piece in place and tighten the bolt/nut. Overall, it was not bad though. Some misalignment of the pin holes at the folding joint when first assembled, but pin was able to go through with a little maneuvering. It may have adjusted itself going down the road because the pin goes in an out fairly easy now. I also added a little grease in the folding joint to prevent scratches/rust to the area since I do not think it is aluminum. Appearance and Fit: The carrier look is great. Unit is lightweight and easy to handle. Good fit for my 2017 Frontier with a 2" drawtite hitch using a j-hook anti-rattle pin. Very glad I got a carrier that folds up! Once the cooler was unloaded, I did not have to take the unit off the hitch to run errands and park in parking lots. Travel: Hauled a large ice chest (~60lbs) for a 4 hour round trip this weekend without issues. Ratchet strap bends the lip of the carrier in a little to get everything very tightly tied down, but that is not an issue for me. Everything road very well and no measurable affect to the vehicle or rattling noises. This was a test run, but I am confident that I could haul more weight without issue. Pros: Lightweight, Good Look, Folding, Aluminum basket should reduce maintanence Cons: Shank and bracing appear to be painted/coated carbon steel (not aluminum), Assembly could have been easier and instructions could have been a little more more specific 619538

Great product. Exactly as advertised!!!! After reading many other product reviews I settled on Curt because. I’ve used their products in the past and know their quality is above reproach. The one thing that made this the best is the ease of putting it together. In 45 minutes I had it on the explorer and carrying garden refuse to the recycle landfill. Have not used on a long trip yet but will be going to Colorado in a couple weeks and will give it a good workout. I’m a graybeard and the aluminum frame makes it easy to handle, putting on and off . Reason we bought the extension was because its getting harder to put the roof rack on and off the explorer. Looking forward to years of using it. This is a top of the line product. 528124

Same write up as above. Have used on extended trips with no problems whatsoever. Highly recommend this product for all ages.

John - 06/28/2019

I have sent you a picture of the completion of the carrier it was easy to put together it's lightweight I have back problems easy to put together and well worth the price can't wait to use it John K 230828

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Works great love it

John k - 10/25/2016

by: Kevin T05/23/2017

I've had this carrier for over a year now and used on several long, medium, and short trips. My brother borrows it frequently as well. It's very well built and strong. The very best feature is that it's so light weight, moving it around, installing and removing is so easy. It is also very nice to have a fold-up feature when not in use, but you still want to keep it attached to the hitch. Get it! You won't regret it. 383902

Very easy to assemble but it did not fit in the upright position on my 2011 Chevy Traverse. The license plate is in the bumper and the sides of the carrier impact the bumper on either side of the license plate when folded upright. The sides of the license plate are molded plastic that protrude from the bumper to house the lights for the plate. The simple fix was to bend the sides in a bit. That solution was better than trying to figure out how to extend the carrier further from the bumper to allow for another inch of clearance. The bend was easy using vice grips as the sides are aluminum. For the price and the 2X/year that I'll use this for beach chairs or extra luggage it's fine despite the fact it was not a perfect fit. What I like best is that it folds up and that it is very lightweight. It would be easy to stow on the roof rack if parking is tight or just to get it out of the way when accessing the trunk. And it'll come in handy if I ever have to haul the mower or blower to the shop since it's low ground clearance makes for easy loading and will keep my vehicle's interior from getting dirty. It would be nice if it came with a license plate holder that could be used in both flat and upright positions. I'll drill holes in the sides to mount the plate. A notice should be included to ensure that the license plate is not blocked from view when in use. We are driving to FL again this year and our concern is that Barney Fife will hassle us for an obstructed view of the plate. Last year we used a turtle top carrier but it is so high up on an SUV its impractical for quick trips to the beach. This carrier will be great for the cooler and sandy beach chairs and stuff. I'm thinking a large mesh utility bag to help keep all the stuff contained and make securing the load easier would be a nice extra. Last, it shipped on time and the order was complete with an additional item , a hitch lock, that all arrived in perfect condition. You need a lock for this b/c it is so light it'd probably be gone if you left it unlocked in a parking lot. Ordering was very easy! Thanks E-Trailer 476202

The carrier worked great. I purchased a large nylon cargo bag that not only kept stuff clean and dry it gave added peace of mind to ensure my stuff stayed put. I found a license plate holder that I attached to the bottom so when folded up I could move my plate from the rear side of the tray to the bottom mount quickly by using wing nuts. I looped two ratchet tie down straps around the base of each rear door shock and then hooked them to the the outside corners of the tray to keep it from sagging and wobbling. The straps also gave peace of mind when hitting bumps in the road that would otherwise make me cringe thinking it would reduce the stress on the unit overall. I recommend padding if you are using a cargo bag to prevent the metal from wearing on the bag. The downside of not using the turtle roof cargo carrier is that having stuff easily accessible from the ground means you have to be more vigilant about security when stopping to eat. We did not not over night anywhere but had we I probably would have taken all my stuff off the tray and into the room which is something you might not have to do with a lockable rooftop carrier. But for day trips to the beach you cant beat the value bc it is close to the ground and keeps all the sandydirty stuff outside and or off your roof rack.

Walt - 02/18/2019

by: GX04/27/2017

I chose this carrier due to being the lightest weight for its size and load rating. Additionally, I was looking for a dual purpose carrier to haul bulky items outside the vehicle and full sized mountain bikes. The carrier is simple to assemble, easy to install/remove, and store. As for hauling mountain bikes, I added a fork axle mount to a piece of oak. Bottom line - for less than the price of dedicated hitch bike rack with the optionality to haul firewood and fuel to the trailhead it's worked great. 373088

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I bought this cargo carrier to haul my wife's wheelchair when we go on vacation. The "foldable connection bar" is not long enough to let me fold the cargo carrier up on my 2013 Subaru Crosstrek. I could have bought an aluminum carrier locally that did not fold up. 544063

On the hitch mounted accessories we offer, we always provide the clearance distance necessary to install and fold when applicable the carrier or bike rack. If you use the provided link, you can see a help article that explains how to measure in order to determine the needed clearance.

-- Mike L - 07/21/2018

How to Choose a Cargo Carrier That Will Clear a Rear Mounted Spare Tire or Bumper

Replacing a steel rack that was stolen form our yard. So we thought of upgrading to a folding aluminum rack. Very easy to put together an feels solid. Folding feature works easily. One of the braces had a manufacturing defect. When I called etrailer they were very responsive and said they would get us a replacement part right away. The next day a complete new rack was sent fedex from Curt, including a return shipping label. We live in the middle of nowhere and it usually takes an extra day for most shipments to get to us. We will use the rack primarily on the back of an Expedition to haul diesel fuel cans. 503697

Great product once assembly is complete. Very light weight. I can easily lift the entire carrier with one arm. I'm not sure how it will hold 500lbs though because it feel so light...but Curt says it does so I will give it a try in a few weeks. The carrier wobbles just a little bit in the receiver but not enough to cause any concern or disappointment with the overall product. Two negatives though: 1. Assembly was easy but the instructions were completely crappy. If your not able to read a picture or have trouble following vague directions you may take a little longer to get this thing put together. 2. I can not fold the carrier all the way up. It hits my bumper. I have a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee and need about 1/4 inch more clearance to get the carrier up and in the locked position. I will have to buy an extender to use this feature. As with other stuff from etrailer, it came fast. There werent any holes in the box (unlike my trailer hitch) and the product was in great shape. Good customer service and the carrier got here a day earlier than scheduled. 28155

We chose this cargo carrier due to its ability to carry 500 lbs. and the fact that it is lightweight. We intend to put it on our camper van. I was very impressed with the speed and quality of service and follow-up provided by trailer. I would definitely purchase from them again. They have quality products at competitive prices. 171729

Still love the cargo carrier but unfortunately I was rear-ended last week and they crushed the cargo carrier! But the carrier took the brunt of the impact. We truly believe if it wasnt there, the damage would have been much worse. ??So I was going to order another when I received your message. How weird!?! Anyway, It still is great and we love it! Gonna order it now!

Paula O - 02/06/2016

A great basket for the price. Consider adding reflective tape, as well as adding a hitch tightener to prevent the basket from swaying side to side. Here are my photos 56733

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Delivered as promised, all the pieces were there, assembled by myself in about an hour..Looks like it will work great. Only suggestion might be to include some reflective paint or decals on the corners. While not necessarily required by law, I think it is a good idea to have, and now will have to go purchase separately... 448643

by: Walter11/01/2017

Performed as expected. Good quality, allows bulky items to be carried outside. Good construction. 447979

I just did 800 miles with this cargo carrier and had no problem, but make sure you purchase the anti rattle pin because it has some play in the hitch. 167460

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The Cargo Carrier was easy to assemble. The fact it's aluminum and not steel makes it light weight and easy to handle compared to the steel counterpart. The nice size makes it handy to store in the box of the pick-up or fold up on the hitch. Endless applications, just stay under 500 pound loads. 538447

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Examined, assembled, and tested - not yet actually used on the road. The downsides are too minor to drop it to 4 Stars. I didn't have a scale handy, but this is easily about half the weight of the steel rack of the same size - Yes !! While I know from experience with sheet-metal shearing that VERY sharp edges can be created, my unit did not have much of any such problem. I recommend that these edges be carefully felt, and smoothed with a file or grinding stone if needed, before assembly. The instructions were clear and correct. I would use the word "snug" instead of "80%" to describe bolt tightening during assembly. Any experienced mechanic knows to not fully tighten any fasteners until all related alignment parts are in place. I would absolutely recommend that the bolts of Step 1 and 4 be inserted with the smooth head on the inside (where the bag would touch), rather than with nuts/bolts inside as pictured where they could cause damage. I would also absolutely use a dry lubricant, such as spray Teflon, on the contact surfaces between 2" shank #6 and foldable connection bar #9. This will allow you to tighten the big pivot bolt VERY snug, and still easily rotate the joint - DO NOT USE ANY LIQUID LUBRICANT. The hitch-pin hole location did not line up if fully inserted into my hitch. I could have used it that way, but I marked and drilled a better-location pin hole instead. The unit feels very strong - no sign of bending even with my 240 pounds bouncing on the rearmost end. Yes people, ALL hitches are wiggly "loose" by design - use a hitch tightener U-Bolt/Plate assembly, and/or actually tie the left and right ends to the vehicle. 276759

I havent had occasion to load it with 500 pounds, but I did put 300 pounds of trash bags on it dont ask and it worked just fine. There is some rust already showing on the steel parts - they could have been painted/coated better.

DIY-Pro-SC - 07/27/2017

Before I go to the product review, I have to say that the service you receive from etrailer is second to none. From the quick and simple order process, to the speedy delivery time, on to the follow-up emails to ensure I received my product on time. (A+) As for as the product, exactly what I was looking for, lightweight yet sturdy. I would certainly recommend both the business and the product. My new go to place! 569294

Couldn't be more pleased. prompt delivery, product as described, I had it on the back of my Highlander within an hour. The enclosed instructions aren;t extremely detailed and I used the picture more than the printed word. One word of advice for other infrequent tool handlers- Really, Really don't tighten the connections completely until all of the nuts and bolts are in place. I went back and forth a few times because I ignored this in the instructions. 114287

This is a good product. Easily attached to the vehicle by one person. Perfect for hauling things that are not suitable for enclosure in the hatch portion of the vehicle. 41753

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Great product. Easy assembly perfect size and weight. I've ordered several products from etrailer. Shipping, customer service and install videos are great! I added reflective tape seen in picture. Thanks 505141

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by: Joe K06/09/2017

This is a good carrier . I take mine off sometimes so the light weight aluminum is nice. Assembly was fairly easy. Just follow instructions. I use it often to take off trash and haul feed for my chickens and donkies. I would be lost without it . 391141

Everything is still working well. Very satisfied.

Joe K - 06/11/2018

by: John N11/20/2019

The item is well made and doesn’t look cheap. The only thing is the aluminum grating is soft and easy to bend. Other than that, I am pretty happy with the purchase. 726836

Good quality product. All parts are well made and fit together nicely. When assembling I recommend keeping the nuts slightly loose until all of the bolts are in place. I had to go back and loosen some that I had tightened in order to align the final bolt holes. Shipping was fast and appreciated. 726793

These guys are my "goto" place for hitch and trailer-related items. Wonderful to deal with and extremely knowledgeable. I urge everyone to give them a try! 722925

This was an all around outstanding experience. I had a general idea of what I wanted to purchase and found etrailer on line. They had a great selection of the cargo carrier that I was looking for so I was able to get exactly what I was hoping to find. Other things to like about etrailer: Lightning fast delivery to MA No brainer simple assembly directions Great follow up and customer service. I know where I will be going for further trailer needs. Thank you 721889

Fairly simple to put together. Wish it came with a hitch pin, but not a big deal. Reflectors would be a nice addition. I like the extra holes for tieing things down. I got this so I won't have to put deer in my car. 716837

by: Peter C.10/04/2019

Great rack, use it on my Xterra to haul deer to the butcher and coolers when I'm fishing. It's the best 713667

Easy to assemble and just as strong as the steel one that I am replacing. However it is about 25% of the weight so much easier to take on or put on. 706339

As order simple assembly and great design alway very light delivery was on time 706162

Assembly was easy, good construction. I plan to use the rack on my motorhome, so my only suggestion would be to lengthen the section that slips into hitch. Otherwise the rack is against the bumper. I was able to work around this issue by adding an extension to my hitch. 683378

Product was easy to assemble and install. Product is as specified in all the online details. I can get two ice chests and my 10x10 shade canopy on this basket and it saves us a lot of room inside our 2014 Nissan Murano. Very happy with the product and with etrailer.com. 680562

The folding platform for a two inch receiver was delivered on time for a great price. Putting it together took about 20-25 minutes and is very light, strong and well made. Bill 680457

by: Jerry07/20/2019

It has held up well under several heavy loads. It’s light and easy to install and store. The only thing I can complain about. The paint on the steel parts is thin and shows some rust coming thru. 673018

The delivery was great. Just 2 days. The carrier was exactly what I wanted . Was just what they said it was. Appears to very stout. Have not got to use it yet but have no concerns that it will be great. The weight makes it great for someone who is not as young as they used to be. It's great to see someone who makes there product with pride and quality . 672158

Lite weight and durable, plus a great price.It will be real handy to have. Thanks Gary B 669093

Easy to assemble. Lighter than the all steel version. Works great. Definitely recommend. 667598

Very well built, light and easy to assemble. It will carry our generator and other accessories. 664124

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I am so pleased to have found etrailer.com. Living in Oahu, Hawaii some things are hard to find. etrailer.com delivered a great product quickly and at a fair price. 663673

The Curt folding aluminum cargo carrier that I ordered from from etrailer looks very good. it is light and very manageable. I plan to use it on the back of our 24' motor home. It will be awhile before I get to install it. However what I am most impressed with is etrailer. The ordering, tracking, receiving experience was superb! Also, the etrailer site is the most instructive product site that I have ever come across. Every product is described in minute detail with photos, videos, and customer install pictures. My order was trackable throughout this process and there was always an etrailer staff providing a phone number if I needed help - really good show! 662019

Thank you for the speedy shipment of my truck rack. It arrived just 3 days after I placed the order. It arrived on Saturday morning and have already added the modifications to carry my recumbant trike. THANKS! 661719

by: Dennis04/07/2019

excellent product and service 619224

Great price, great delivery, definitely a quality product, easy to assemble. Very happy once again buying from etrailer.com 614748

directions for what size screw went where was poor..........WHY DON' T you mention that all the wrenches need to be metric before the purchase ???? 610978

I love dealing with etrailer! Excellent service, quality products, great prices. My most recent service is a hitch mounted cargo carrier. It was reasonably priced with fast delivery. I’ll be doing more business with these folks! 594395

by: Keith12/12/2018

I'm very pleased with this product. It's light and easy to store when not in use, yet large and strong enough to haul Christmas to grandma's house. The aluminum mesh bottom is holding up well. You must be careful not to load it with hard and heavy items that will exert a heavy point load. It works very well with the cargo bag. 590234

Very speedy shipping and not difficult to assemble. Note: it's best to closely read the instructions which I rarely do. 588920

It is nicely light weight, but I thought the whole construction was going to be aluminum. Makes sense the tongue is not, but the metal they used for the tongue and supports do not seem like they are going to be very durable. While assembling it, I didn't realize I overtightened since I didn't think I was putting a lot of force into the turns, but I caused the tongue to bend in on itself some. I had an anti-rattler on it, but both with a load and empty, I wasn't hearing any noise from it, which was better than I had expected. After the first use of this in a little bit of a snow storm, I was taking it off my vehicle and found the paint on the non-aluminum metal was already chipping off and was beginning to get surface rust. I had gotten the aluminum carrier for durability from road salt, but I don't think that's going to work out for me. It wasn't too expensive so if I can get 2-3 years out of it, I'll be happy. 582038

Thank's Great service 557299