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The side rails on this hitch basket offer limitless tie-down options. When it's not needed, just fold the cargo carrier up against your vehicle.
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Video of 20x59 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we're going to be talking a look at the CURT folding cargo carrier. They've designed this for use in 2" hitches. It offers a 500 pound weight capacity. The part number on it is C18151. Now as you can see, one of the great features that we have is the ability to tilt the cargo carrier up against the rear of our vehicle. This is going to give us extra storage options so we don't have it hanging out here. To get it out of the storage position into the loaded position you got a pin and clip located here at the base.
We're going to pull that, bring that carrier on down. We're going to slide the pin back in here in the new set of holes and resecure it with our clip. As you can see, this basket-style cargo carrier is going to make it very easy to get gear outside of your vehicle into the basket, freeing up room for passengers and pets. This is also going to help us get the wet, muddy, dirty items out of our vehicle, place them into the cargo carrier, and allow them to dry. The surface itself is an expanded steel. This is going to allow all that dirt and debris and things like that to fall down through it. Very easy to clean.
We're just going to hose it off and allow that stuff to go on through. Now all the way around the perimeter we have a raised side rail. This side rail's going to help hold our gear into place. It's 5-1/2" from the top of the platform to the top of the rail here, so as you can see, gives us a good secure fit. This is also going to create several tie-down points.
These are going to go all the way around allowing us to hook straps in wherever we need them to secure our gear. We've got good visibility from three sides. We've got a reflector that's here on the passenger side. We've got two reflectors on the rear and another one on the driver side. This is going to help that night time visibility to help people see that we've got a cargo carrier behind the vehicle. Now that we've gone over some of the key features of the rack, let's go ahead and show you how to install it onto our car. Installation's going to be a simple process.
We're going to slide the shank of the rack right into the receiver tube of our hitch. Now we've got a hole in the shank that we need to get lined up with our hitch pinhole. Once we have those lined up we're going to take our pin and clip. The pin and clip are sold separately. Here's our pin. We're going to slide that through and we'll secure it here on the other side with our clip. Now the part number on the pin and clip we're using is part number PC3. If you don't already have one at home you can check out our website and pick one up there. Once we've got our hitch pin in, as you can see we are going to have a little bit of play and a little bit of movement in the rack. If you'd like to get rid of that and at the same lock your cargo carrier onto your vehicle, we do have an anti-rattle locking hitch pin available. Its part number is 63232. We're going to pull the same pin and clip we did earlier to tilt it away from our vehicle into its platform position. We'll reinsert the pin here to hold it. Now our cargo carrier has a nice black powder coat finish. This is going to help resist any corrosion or rust down the road, giving us a long lasting product and it's going to look good for a long time. It's made of steel construction. It's fully welded all the way around. They also offer you a limited warranty of one year on the product. All we've got to do now is load our cargo carrier now with a couple hundred pounds worth of gear and we'll get it out onto the test course to let you see what it looks like in action. Here at the test course we're going to start by going through the slalom. This is going to show the side-to-side movement of the rack as if we we're changing lanes or turning corners. As we go around the corner into the alternating speed bumps we're going to see the torquing or twisting action on the rack as if we maybe hit a pothole or a curb. Once we get into our salad speed bumps we'll see the up and down action of the rack just like going in and out of a driveway or a parking garage. That's going to complete today's look at the CURT cargo carrier designed for 2" hitches, part number C18151.
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (766 Customer Reviews)
The side rails on this hitch basket offer limitless tie-down options. When it's not needed, just fold the cargo carrier up against your vehicle.by: Jeannine10/09/2018
We purchased this along with the trailer hitch and found it to be a great addition to our Rogue. Good quality materials. We had it on our car when we made a trip from Illinois to California, using it to carry things that wouldn't fit in the car. 572905
by: Jerod07/17/2018
-Sustains 1. Quality 2. Durability 3. Functionality -Improves 1.None that I can think of at this moment! I was in a pinch and needed a "hauler" yesterday. Searched the interweb and came upon etrailer.com. Located a possible solution to our situation (Curt Cargo Carrier) and the rest is history. Cost efficient and quite simple to place in to operation. She stayed behind us for 800+ miles and never made a noise. To be honest I forgot during periods of the trip that she was even back there. All kidding aside fantastic product. Light, fast, and strong! 542548
by: Brett09/09/2017
Easy assembly. .10 min...great quality. .love the folding feature...I bought this for my hunting jeep so I have a spot available to load game but not be forced to have a carrier hanging out at all times...as long as the 500lb rating holds up I couldn't be happier ..I won't need near that but the 300 lb carriers seemed a little lite 430623
Still working great..used a number of times
Brett - 09/09/2018by: DomS05/04/2013
Easy to put together. However, when folding up the side rails must push inwards the bumper to close. Not a good fit to my vehicle. Full closure means pushing my bumper a good inch. Driving with it up will cause paint damage and scratches. I wanted the high rails to keep items secure. So, not sure what I want to do yet. 79024
But a 7 hitch extension. Works on my full size van and Hummer.
-- comment by: Russ - 11/19/2013Extensions can be problem solvers, just keep in mind weight capacities of extensions.
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Patrick B - 11/26/2013 by: Brienne C.06/30/2016
This carrier has been a great asset on multiple family road trips over the past year. It's easy to attach to my van, and it's easy to strap cargo on it. The only con is that the pin and clip are difficult to get in and out, making it hard to open the carrier and fold it back up. 266674
by: Rebecca02/18/2013
We purchased this for our '03 Trailblazer before we set out on our "Wild West Adventure." 8 days, 11 states, and 4,500 miles later it was just as good as when we hooked it up. It is plenty big, sturdy, and doesn't interfere with the back hatch which was a major selling point for us. 66828
Thank you for the email. Both the cargo bag and the cargo carrier are still going strong. Weve taken a couple more very lengthy road trips since my review and theyre still working just as we had hoped! Our last trip in December 2013 was a little over 4,200 miles and we had no issues at all. We continue to be very happy with our purchase.
-- comment by: Rebecca - 02/28/2014by: Susie09/13/2014
Very much appreciated the quick delivery of my order - thank you! My husband assembled the carrier and it seems like a good sturdy product. Unfortunately, a severe illness in the family forced us to cancel our vacation and we have not had an opportunity to use the hitch & carrier yet. 150925
We just used the carrier this past week. Worked perfectly and served the purpose.
Susie - 09/17/2015by: Tim01/16/2011
Extremely Satisfied I highly recommend etailer.com. I recently purchased the C18131 etrailer hitch cargo carrier and am very satisfied. Customer service was great and the product actually shipped one day earlier than quoted. This product was easy to assemble and install in 15 minutes or less. The contstruction is very sturdy. etrailer is very concerned and attentive to the customer needs. I am so satisfied that etrailer.com has earned my future business. Thanks etrailer for an enjoyable shopping experience. 5563
by: Ronald09/16/2018
This was exactly what I was looking for. We have a hitch receiver on our 5th wheel trailer. This is perfect for carrying our generator and extra gas without taking up room in the truck bed. Easy assembly and quick delivery, can’t ask for more. Thank you etrailer! 565615
by: hal f10/24/2012
I assembled the cargo hauler this morning and while I like the finished product, I had my doubts during the process of putting it together. I wish the instructions actually had directions as to the process. Things would have gone smoother if I had read that ,for instance, the support that fits into the device which allows the product to fold upwards had to go a certain way. Also the placement of the large bolt is vague,but important. I do look forward to using it on a trip next week and appreciate your prompt delivery. I suggest some reflectors be placed on the underside for when it is in the folded position. 58096
by: Jose M09/16/2013
Product came in the next day after being expedited for free. I was told 3-5 business days so that was a great surprise. Took me 15-20 minutes to set up. Its a little cumbersome but once on the truck is feels solid. There are other reviews that complain about the 1-2 inch play up and down but I believe that the manufacturer made it a little smaller at the receiver end to allow for certain hitches that have a build up of dirt or rust. Most recommend washers but I opted for wooden shims to stabilize it since they will be easier to pull out if needed.I had it loaded to the gills with luggage and a cooler and did not feel any bump whatsoever. It actually felt like it was a part of the truck. I was extremely happy with this hitch carrier and have friends already requesting use of it. I think by the time winter is over it will be paid for by "lending" out for buddies. I didnt attach a picture because there is already a video of a Dodge Durango in the catalog file and it looks exactly how it is in the video. The folding option is awesome! My box came fully intact unlike other unfortunate buyers. Great product! 100235
by: Andy C08/24/2014
Just used the carrier this last week which worked great with a storage container and some ratchet straps. You obviously need to be aware of it when coming out of a parking lot with a steep driveway as it will scrape but I only had issues with it once the entire week I used it. The flip up feature works great. Especially when you need to parallel park! I debated about the 20 vs the 24 but the length is plenty if you plan to use it with a storage container or get a few bags of mulch or something. I also chose the smaller version as the TW is 400lbs and this is cantilevered out so you really can't put the max capacity on the carrier depending on the hitch rating. Just be aware of the true dimensions as the interior is not 20x60 (mine measured 19.25x57.5). I also appreciated e-trailer EXCEPTIONAL customer service by ensuring this got to me in time for my trip. I got immediate response from them when asked about shipping and the package actually came ahead of when they promised. I will definitely be using e-trailer again. 148222
by: Stebve M08/26/2015
I received my cargo carrier and had it assembled in about an hour. It fits perfectly, helps protect the spare from theft. I can access the 110 ac cord as well as the water heater. Great product, great customer service and great shipment. Now I can take a generator and other extras to Yellowstone NationPark in October. Steve A. Mizera Christmas Valley Oregon 221897
by: Russell D.08/15/2012
Purchased this for my 2009 Suburban. We have four young kids so need lots of extra storage. Net: This product rocks and I highly recommend. The rack went together without a hitch, parts were machined/welded accurately. Took about 30 minutes, but only because my kids were 'helping'. The rack is ROCK SOLID once assembled and haven't had to tighten a single bolt. Fold up feature is great. Since I purchased this in June, 2012, it has traveled over 1,500 miles on two different trips, through rain and across many dirt roads and held up really well. Opportunities for improvement: - the box it arrives in is of very low quality. Fortunately, no damage. - wish the guard rows were higher - be careful on how tightly you fasten the bolt for the hinge, can get sticky Overall: the only thing I would do differently is to have ordered the 24" deep version rather than the 20". Also purchased the water resistant bag and the hitch lock - both highly recommended accessories. 51801
by: Earle A.04/19/2018
Arrived quickly. Easy to assemble. Fits great. Looks like it is built strong. Can't wait to use it on vacation. 498288
by: Tom P06/25/2017
Only had it for 24 hours but great so far! Delivery was right on schedule as I had checked earlier with customer service to determine the delivery date. They were very nice. I put it together with my 115 pound girlfriend doing most of the bolts. Good directions. Sturdily built. Looks fantastic on the back of my F150. Very happy with it! The main bar is a *perfect* fit into my 2inch receiver. Virtually no slop. There is a bit of play between the main bar and the basket. I'm probably going to add two washers on the main hinge bolt to take care of that .. No problem. Next week I'm going to carry my Wen generator around with it. I expect it to perform well. As expected, my backup camera doesn't like it in either the up or down position so I'll need to be extra careful when I back up. Tom 398724
by: John08/28/2011
I just got back from a 2,000 mile road trip with this cargo carrier and it worked great. I also bought an anti-rattle lock instead of using the hitch pin and it held the carrier tight and stable. I didn't even notice the carrier was back there when I was on the highway. I had it hitched to my Acura MDX and it had plenty of room to open the rear door with gear already loaded on the carrier. I also used a Highland cargo bag and was able to fit 5 full duffle bags and a couple sleeping bags and still had room to put probably 1 or 2 more duffle bags. A con of the carrier is connecting the hitch pin. You have to align the holes where the hitch pin goes in exactly right or you'll never get the hitch pin in. I had to lift one side up sometimes and jiggle the carrier just to align the holes. It definitely was not a simple task like the etrailer video shows. The difficulty of connecting the hitch pin prevented me from folding the carrier up more often than I'd like to have done. Other than that, the carrier performed flawlessly. 22964
by: Cynthia D. Adams06/08/2016
It was very hard to figure out what kind of cargo carrier would be the best for my needs, until I got on your website. Your videos are very informative to help with making the decision of which cargo carrier was best. It was very easy to put together, and very strong (I put my husband in it)this is perfect for our vacation transportation. 259240
THE BEST PRODUCT I EVER BOUGHT FOR HAULING. WE USED THIS FOR VACATION, WOOD, TRAVEL TO OUR SUMMER HOME.. ITS GREAT
Cynthia D - 06/09/2017by: Robert B04/20/2015
Purchased this cargo carrier rather than pay to ship my golf clubs from Florida to Cape Cod. I opted for the Curt Carrier because my 2" hitch was also a Curt and was pleased with the quality. Product arrived promptly (within 5 days of purchase). I was surprised to see it was manufactured in China. I had assumed Curt was a USA manufacturer. However, the carrier was very sturdy and from all indications was well made. No obvious defects in workmanship. Assembly was straight forward with basic tools. Should have ratchet set. I had no problems driving the 1400 miles with it. I did not detect any vibration noise. Because I purchased the folding hitch, I was able to keep the golf clubs in a weather proof vinyl bag and fold up the hitch for the whole trip. This added to my feeling of security since the contents of the vinyl bag was not obvious. Would definitely recommend this product. 186524
by: Jeff04/26/2018
I was told this Cargo Carrier was the best option for my Honda Odyssey. I tried to go on vacation and as soon as I left the driveway realized it was dragging the ground. This product was not made for a Honda Odyssey. I would not recommend it for any low profile vehicles. 500935
Jeff, thank you for your review. If your vehicle has low ground clearance I would recommend curt cargo carrier part # C18153
24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
$140.93. This cargo carrier has a rise in the shank that will give you an extra 2 inches of ground clearance. The weight capacity of both carriers are 500 lbs but part # C18153
24x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
$140.93 will give you about 4 inches more width. If you would like to add more clearance to this cargo carrier part # C18151
20x59 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
$123.95 I would recommend Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount part # D210
Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers - 7,500 lbs
$47.95. D210 is a ball mount that has a 2 inch square receiver for accessories. This ball mount will give you an extra 3 inches of ground clearance.
Heather A - 04/27/2018by: Bob A.11/02/2012
I had researched what type of carrier I wanted to buy and settled on this one. I was a good size, folded and has a railing to attach straps to. I also wanted to buy a cargo bag and anti rattle hitch lock but was not sure which ones were the right ones for my vehicle and this carrier. I called the company and spoke with a woman who was very friendly and helpful. She was able to confirm that the cargo bag I was looking at would be a good fit and told me what anti rattle hitch lock would work best. I placed the order and could not wait to receive the items. I received a e-mail within an hour confirming my order and that the order had been shipped. I received the order in two days rather than three as I had been told which was a nice surprise. I put together the carrier by myself and put it on my 2012 Dodge Durango and it fit perfectly. I was very pleased. The instructions could be done a little better but I am very pleased with the service and product so far and am looking forward to using it on our first trip. I feel confident that I got the best products to fit my needs and a great price. 58681
by: Li03/16/2018
The cargo carrier is very well built and the powder coating make the carrier look real nice , very easy to assemble. Got it just in time for my 500 mile road trip. 485696
by: David T.05/17/2011
Pictures of this cargo carrier on my 2011 Acura MDX 14541
would a scooter fit on this? it weighs about 200lbs and is 26 inches wide x 67 inches long.
-- comment by: Theresa P - 04/23/2014You may be able to fit the scooter on the carrier. It will depend on how far down the floor board is on the scooter. The inside dimensions of the carrier are 20 inch by 60 inch. If 67 inches is your wheel base, then it's not going to fit. The side rails measure 6 inches tall so they may be tall enough to make contact with the body of the scooter before the wheels and weight are resting on the carrier. A motorcycle carrier may be a better fit, and I have linked to those below.
-- Patrick B - 4/25/2014by: George Davis08/21/2015
Seems to be a great product and well made. I bought the foldable model as I drive a Jeep Wrangler 4dr. The spare is mounted on the rear tailgate as are all Jeep Wranglers. My only beef is that this model will NOT fold up with a standard Jeep hitch. IT touches the spare tire about a half inch too soon. I asked specificaly about this issue before buying and the lady that helped me gave me the dimensions. I measured it with her on the phone and told her I thought it would not fit with the measurements she gave. I was correct, it will not fold into a locked position. So I can only redrill the insert shaft , the hitch itself, buy a shaft extension or not fold it. The unit is heavy duty and seems well made. However there seems to be alot of play between the shaft insert and the hitch receptacle which will probably make alot of noise on rough roads. overall I am sure it is a good product but e.trailer needs to do some remeasuring. 220777
by: Luis08/30/2018
Have yet to actually use the carrier - but - as usual the prices, shipping and packaging is awesome as usual. Thanks again. And I have your website saved for all my future needs. 560038
by: GMP08/24/2018
A very substantial item. Well designed and constructed. If anything, it is heavy and a bit cumbersome to install in receiver. One other note is that the hitch pin barely clears the receiver hole and clip does not fit easily. I had to buy another longer Curt hitch pin to accommodate the short length. Surprising that the hitch and cargo carrier are both made by Curt but the pin is a bit too short. 557619
by: Steve08/23/2018
Works great for hauling extra stuff 556891
by: Kevin08/13/2018
I finally bought this cargo carrier, C18151, after many hours of researching various other cargo carriers. I am pleased with this product. It will last a long time. I have no regrets. I added lights and additional reflective tape. 553257
by: Roy08/05/2018
etrailer keeps me pleased once again with my order.This is a great company and George J is a great guy. 550054
by: Darryll07/28/2018
Just what we needed for our Roadtrek 547102
by: Gerald12/06/2018
Great, simply great! It was delivered fast and putting it together was easy. Once installed in the hitch it provides enough clearance (loaded) to open the rear hatch. The folding capability was a must when I purchased it and I’m more than happy with it. It folds up close to the vehicle but not close enough to cause any damage. 588913
by: Tommy12/05/2018
Very sturdy, easy to assemble. Well worth the cost. Amazing delivery time! 588550
by: Eric04/27/2018
Put it on my 17 Lexus GX460. Works grea t. Thanks. 501452
by: Theodore03/02/2018
Easy to assemble. All parts present, bagged ready to go. Not a big deal but no torque values given in assembly instructions. Used best judgement to tighten bolts. Took 15 minutes to put it together. Gotta love it. 480347
by: Doug01/24/2018
Totally fits our needs. 469082
by: Stephen12/14/2017
Easy to put together and very sturdy, prompt delivery 460180
by: Dan12/03/2017
The cargo carrier arrived promptly and I was able to assemble it and test install it in less than an hour. The information and videos on the eTrailer website were extremely helpful because there were many options to choose from. The additional advice I got from Anthony at etrailer helped me make the right choice. 456906
Great, we drove over 500 miles with it up to Oregon in winter weather. After I learned to be careful on driveways with an abrupt elevation , it went fine.
Dan - 12/03/2018by: Robert j12/02/2017
looking forward to future use, great pr ice 456591
by: Steve Lope09/20/2017
Excellent Product! Went on vacation with it. Perfect for carrying coolers & boogie boards & other miscellaneous items that did not fit in the trunk. It worked perfectly for us!!! Highly recommend this product!!!!!! Thank you again for shipping out the same day our order was placed. SUPER CUSTOMER SERVICE?? YOU GET A 10 IN MY BOOK?? 434422
by: Marjorie09/03/2017
Excellent Product! First day we went out with it on the back of our Kia Sorento, we had 2 people stop to ask about it. We directed both to your website. This is a replacement carrier for us. We had gotten use to all the noise with the previous carrier, so it was quite the surprise to have absolutely no noise from this carrier. It's sturdy, well made, and looks great. Thanks again for providing the videos showing how the product functions. It helped with the decision-making process. 428463
by: Garret08/28/2017
The cargo carrier itself is actually fine, and fits well with my '99 Tacoma, but it shipped without the hardware (which is clearly supposed to be included) so I couldn't assemble it. That's probably the manufacturer Curt's fault (though etrailer did open the Curt box to add one other small item to my order), but it took 17 days for them to get me the hardware shipped separately, which meant that I had to go and spend $30 of my own on the hardware because my big trip was starting and I couldn't wait any longer. 426117
by: Kurt A.08/28/2017
Glamping made easy! We have a BMW X1 and this made packing for our most recent camping trip a breeze. As this is our first time owning a cargo carrier we weren't sure how it'd affect the drivability, but for the most part, it was fairly unnoticeable and the car was very stable. My only complaint is that we should have purchased this sooner. 426003
by: Will W08/09/2017
Fast delivery! My 10 year old son wanted to help. He ended up putting it together while I supervised. 25 minutes to assemble. We will use to free up space in our 09 Forester for a road trip. 417948
by: Greg07/29/2017
Quality products 413832
by: Israel A.07/29/2017
Just got back from 8 days of traveling, using this product. I really liked that it gave you room to be able to open hatch with no problems of clearance issues, while loaded. 412256
by: Marc I.07/27/2017
This product did not assemble well. It comes in halves and when assembled the two leaves of the trailer platform (left and right) bowed downward so that the middle of the carriage was nearly an inch higher than either end. No amount of loosening or tightening bolts in any order will correct it. It is a sloppy manufacturing job. A box or any other flat object rocks from side to side if placed in the center of the rack. It's a very limiting problem and an indicator of poor quality control. 411491
by: NAR07/21/2017
Love it! 408839
by: David B07/16/2017
The carrier arrived quickly, assembled easily and was ready to go in 10 mins. I recommend this carrier... 406657
by: Kelly07/13/2017
The cargo carrier was as described, arrived on time, and in good condition. No issues with this seller and would buy from them again should the occasion arise. Thank you George for the follow up and great customer service. 405219
by: Jon07/08/2017
Just assembled it today. Very straight forward and simple assembly. Welds and finish were excellent. Haven't actually used it yet, but I think that once I install a device to take the play out between the receiver and the carrier this will be great to use for road trips. etrailer shipping was super quick. Ordered it on July 4th and it arrived on the 7th. 403157
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