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60 Inch LongItem # 63153
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Easily transport gear with this hitch cargo carrier. Raised rails help keep gear in place and provide tie-down points. And the rise shank offers an extra 2-1/2" of ground clearance. Optional light kit sold separately.
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This sturdy steel cargo carrier has oval cutouts so that you can install an optional light kit (sold separately). A light kit must be used if your cargo blocks the tail lights on your vehicle.
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Video of 24x60 Reese Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - 500 lbs
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Speaker 1: Today we're going to be taking a look at the Reese Explorer 24 by 60 cargo carrier for two inch hitches offering steel construction and a 500 pound capacity. The part number is 63153.Now the typical uses we see for the utility style carrier like this is going to be kind of how we have it set up. You're going on a trip, you've got a lot of gear and you need room inside the vehicle for passengers, pets or things that you really don't want to expose.This gives you a great way to get those items outside. Also, this can help protect the interior of your vehicle from dirt. You can use this for hauling, you know, bags of gravel from the landscaping company, maybe muddy sports equipment, things like that.Now that we've gone over why cargo carriers are handy, lets take a look at the features this one has to see if it's going to fit your needs.Now the carrier is going to be 24 inches inside the rails this way and it's going to be 60 inside the rails crossway. That's a very common carrier size.
There are several options for bags that you can add if you want some additional protection for your items.Here we can take a look at the shank of the carrier. It's going to be two inches by two inches. You want to be sure you using a class three or four hitch that has the two inch by two inch receiver tube opening.This will also work out with the two and a half inch hitches if you use your adapter.You'll notice we do have a rise in the shank. This is going to be about three inches. That's going to help elevate the level of the carrier.Now while that rise might not be terribly important on a vehicle like this 4runner, on hitches that sit lower to the ground, that can really help out when you're going in and out of un-level pavement or parking garages and keep it from dragging at the rear. As you can see, the carriers going to have the expanded steel type floor in it.
I like this style floor just because if we do have wet or dirty items, it kind of allows that stuff to fall down and through. It really won't sit on top of the carrier.It's also going to have the raised rail that goes all the way around the outside. That helps to provide some additional containment side-to-side and front-to-back. It's going to be about five and a half inches to the top from the platform itself.Now as we said, the carrier offers sturdy steel construction and a 500 pound weight capacity. It's going to offer a black powder coat finish.
The finish quality on it I would say is about average. It's not the thickest powder coat I've ever put my hands on but also not the thinnest that we get with some items.Now, one thing to keep in mind when using the cargo carrier is, as you start to get larger and larger items on it they might block your lights or your license plate. If that's the case you want to stay legal, those need to be visible, we have light kits available. You see the carrier's already going to have the accomodation here for those to slide right in and with the bars going side-to-side you can easily reattach your license plate right there just to keep you legal in all states.Now let's take a second, we can compare this cargo carrier with some other ones that we have available. The size on this one I like a lot.
It's kind of in the middle of the range. It's not one of the great big huge ones that can be hard to manage and, it's not so small that you're not going to have some usefulness out of it and be able to fit your items on it.The overall quality of the construction, I think, is really good as compared to some of the other ones. The powder coat finish, as we've said, feels decent. Certainly not the best, certainly not the worst.The size of the openings on the floor, I like this size, it's not so small so, if you're putting some dirty items on there, rocks and stuff are going to get stuck or clumps of mud but they're also not so big that if you have some smaller items you're putting on there, you'll have to worry about them falling through. We get that with some of the slat style floors and some of the carriers.Now a few of the cons I see with this cargo carrier. One is that it does not include a pin and clip or an anti-rattle 00:03:42 device so, for basic use, you'll have to supply your own pin and clip, part number PC3 on our website. It's pretty inexpensive. But I would caution you. You can see how much movement we have. You're going to have that with just about any cargo carrier that is secured with just a pin and a clip. That weight can transfer side-to-side, it will be felt in the vehicle so i strongly recommend picking up one of the anti-rattle devices to lock that point down so you're not going to have that movement that leads to a much more enjoyable experience when you are transporting items.Also this is a fixed carriers so, unlike some of the folding options where you can take this carrier and reduce the length off of the back of your vehicle, you won't be able to do that with this one.Now with this particular carrier, from the center of your hitch pin hole to the outer most edge here at the back it's going to be about 38 and a half inches.Now with that being said, in my opinion, this is going to be a good quality carrier. It's going to give you a lot of bang for their buck and, its something that you'll get years of use out of.And that's going to complete our look at the Reese Explorer 24 by 60 cargo carrier. Part number 63153.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (584 Customer Reviews)
Easily transport gear with this hitch cargo carrier. Raised rails help keep gear in place and provide tie-down points. And the rise shank offers an extra 2-1/2" of ground clearance. Optional light kit sold separately.by: Sam M05/10/2011
Desperately needed a cargo carrier for camping in my F-150 Super Crew, and did a ton of internet research before buying. I have to say first off that this is one of the biggest carriers available, both in width @ 60" (foremost) and depth, and total weight capacity is excellent at 500 LB's. When you begin looking, what you'll notice right away is that carriers with brand names, and in smaller form factors are between $300 to $700! While I don't claim to be an expert on cargo carriers, I'm sorry but I don't want to spend that much money on something that you stack ice chests and cargo boxes on. I want to spend $$ on camping equipment that I have to have for my trips..... Further to this, I would say that the quality of construction on this carrier is excellent. The welds are very good, and the gauge of steel used (frame) and quality of the powder coat finish are perfect. They also can supply (option)a regular (bulbs) or led tail light kit (more expensive) for the carrier which in my opinion is a must. The tail light kit is superb and fits the oval openings perfectly with the supplied rubber inserts. The wiring harness supplied fits the lights well, however, as noted in other internet reviews is not of adequate length to reach some harnesses. My truck is already outfitted with a tow package, so all I had to do was hit the auto parts store and purchase an 48" extension. No big deal, and only costs around $5. Assembly was very easy. The Carrier comes in two halves, and the unit is joined at the center (floor level) by a very robust 2" receiver bar that has a height offset to keep the carrier higher off the ground. Three large bolts go through the carrier halves and through the bar using locking nuts, and then four smaller bolts, both leading edge and trailing edge (center) connect the top half of the carrier. While the smaller bolts come with washers, the big bolts on the bottom do not. I would strongly recommend that you purchase some large washers for the bottom bolts as well. Again, not a big expense, and they will help with wear and tear on the bar and frame. Weight of the assembled unit is significant, so plan on having someone there to help you put it in the hitch. Why pull your back out trying to do it solo. :) I'd guesstimate that the carrier weighs about 60+ LB's. One other item to note is that the height of your cargo in the carrier may cover your license plate on the rear of the vehicle, so it would be a good idea to mount a license plate frame on the carrier so that you can move your plate to the carrier instead, that way it will be visible. They also make a cargo bag for this carrier, which looked good, ballistic nylon I believe. I didn't need it because I won't be putting anything on the carrier that can't get wet in a storm, etc. In summary, for the money, I don't feel you can beat this carrier. BTW - Your unit will likely arrive with the outer cardboard totally destroyed, as they don't use very robust exterior packaging, however, your internals should be fine as they are zip tied to the carrier frame, and the corners of the carrier are protected by very thick foam. Mine arrived with the outer cardboard trashed, but the carrier and parts inside were just fine. First trip with the carrier will be in a couple weeks, so once I have road tested it I will update the review. 13166
Man I am getting this one and will be total best bang for the buck
-- comment by: Scott R - 06/27/2015by: Ray J.12/28/2010
Solid carrier with plenty of room! Wow, I put this carrier to the test on a 1,600 mile road trip with our 2007 Toyota Highlander and was not disappointed. Plenty of room to store luggage for a family of four plus a load of Christmas presents. We kept everything secure and dry with the etrailer.com 20-cubic foot cargo bag and kept side movement to practically nil with the anti-rattle hitch pin. All around, the whole set up was rock solid and looked great! I highly recommend the light kit as well. With the cargo bag fully maxed out, the Highlander's taillights were blocked. And since we do a fair amount of driving at night I also added some reflective tape all around the top bar to give not only the sides some visibility, but also the back to get the attention of those not-so-attentive drivers behind me. Lastly, the kit was easy to put together; it came with spacers but I did not need them to obtain a flush assembly; the separation problem some have reported during assembly was avoided by torquing down the bolts around the nameplates before the main bar bolts, just as others have reported to have worked for them. 4690
How did you mount the license plate to the carrier?
-- comment by: Bob D - 11/30/2012It looks like he might have used some self tapping screws to secure it to the railing, but I am not sure. I can send an email to him so he can come back and respond.
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Patrick B - 12/3/2012@ Bob - I drilled two holes to accomodate the standard bolt size used to mount the license plate to the car and then used nuts to secure the assembly.As a side note, two years later the carrier is holding up well. Have used it numerous times for short and long hauls and even my neighbors are borrowing it :-
-- comment by: Ray J - 12/03/2012Thanks for the follow up!
-- Patrick B - 12/3/2012Thanks Ray... I dont like self taping screws, taking them in and out will eventually mess up. Your idea of through bolting the plate is what I was going to do, but I was concerned about weakening the structure. Glad to see this is not an issue with you two years later.... C-Ya! BfD
-- comment by: Bob D - 12/03/2012by: Roger S.08/25/2015
I ordered this cargo carrier for my 2012 Chevy Traverse (along with the hitch receiver and cargo bag) for my recently completed family vacation. I wanted to wait until I got back before I wrote a review so I could give accurate info on the products. First of all, my items were received within 3 days of placing my order so I was already off to a good start! Assembly/installation took about an hour and the items came with detailed, clear instructions and all necessary hardware. I stored all of our camping gear (8-man tent, queen size air mattress, double sleeping bag, 3 self-inflating single air mats, 3 regular sleeping bags, 5 camp pillows, and a large plastic tub containing a camp stove, cookware, etc.) in the cargo bag and loaded it onto the carrier. It all fit nicely and there was a bit of room to spare. It was also below the tail lights of my vehicle so I didn't need additional lights for the carrier itself. (I did remove my license plate and used the bracket to attach it to the carrier...you'll need your own nuts/bolts for this.) There are canvas straps supplied with the bag, however, I just used 3 ratchet tie-downs that I already had and it worked fine. I also ordered the anti-rattle locking hitch pin which was $20 well-spent...I didn't have to worry about anyone stealing my carrier and it there was virtually no noise from bumps in the road. I chose to go with this carrier rather than a roof-mounted carrier for two reasons. 1) I think it was MUCH easier to get stuff in and out of without needing to stand on something or constantly reaching over your head. 2) The effect on my overall gas mileage was negligible as compared to something on top of the vehicle encountering all that wind resistance. I put 6200 miles on my vehicle over the span of a 4-week roadtrip from Ohio to California and all of these products performed exceptionally. No problems whatsoever and no worries. Purchase with confidence! 221666
by: Evan09/07/2011
I would like to share my experience with this product. I needed a set-up to carry luggage for six (4 adults and 2 children) traveling 2100 miles from middle Tennessee with stops in Georgia, Orlando Florida, Fort Lauderdale Florida, Panama City Beach Florida, and home to Tennessee over the course of 10 days. I own a Mitsubishi Montero XLS (the full size Montero not the Sport) which has a 3rd row seat, but with the 3rd row up there is not much room for luggage. I purchased the Pro Series Cargo Carrier, the etrailer 20 cubic foot bag, the standard lighting kit and the anti rattle/silent hitch pin. The carrier arrived promptly and was easily assembled.The lights and harness were also easy to install. We were able to fit all of our luggage for the entire trip into the bag, to include a beach chair, beach umbrella, and luggage for six people. We traveled about 2100 miles and came home through tropical storm Lee. Due to the heavy rainfall, I was concerned about the waterproof integrity of the bag. I knew the heavy rainfall would certainly provide a "stress test" for the setup. When we arrived home, in the rain, we opened the bag and there was not a drop of moisture inside. The lights worked very well. The hitch pin reduced rattle to zero. I tightened the hitch pin once, before we departed Panama City Beach in route to Tennessee. We had excellent fuel economy even with a full load and the hitch set-up. After looking at all the alternatives, I would give this setup my highest recommendation, even when compared to the higher-end setups. I noticed that the bag can accommodate large and oblong shapes, to include things that would probably not fit into the fixed "box" carrier type setups. I had a gentleman with a rooftop carrier at a fuel station inquire about where to get this, and I passed along the etrailer website to him.I will likely use this on every vacation out of state in the future. Sincerely, Evan W. 23675
by: Christi M04/05/2016
I bought this carrier rack as the base unit for a generator box that I installed on the back of my travel trailer. It worked perfectly, and I've been using it for almost a year with no issues other than instant rust on the lower parts of the frame the first time it rained. A can of rust inhibiting spray paint took care of that issue. I did a ton of online research and chose this model because it actually has a large distance between the hitch receiver and the carrier and I needed it to stick out far enough to clear the spare tire. This model also has about a 4 inch rise between the hitch and the carrier which helps prevent it from dragging on the ground when going over gullies and steep driveways and such. This was the only one I found that didn't sit straight out from the hitch. The carrier itself is quite robust. It was easy to assemble, and I installed the LED light kit (super easy to install) and added some reflective tape for additional visibility. It is a bit heavy and awkward for one person to install on a vehicle, but I managed to do it and an "anti-rattle" hitch pin (also purchased from etrailer) took care of the sway. I didn't worry about the up and down movement because I bolted a metal box inside to carry 2 portable generators and the weight seems to keep it pretty stable. I've attached a couple of photos... please note that my trailer is backed up against a 6 inch retaining wall, so the rack is 6 inches closer to the ground than it is when I'm driving. 243057
by: Rod W08/12/2011
I am very satisfied with the the etrailer company. It is a quality companay that I had a great experience with as they are obviously a customer service and satisfaction company. Concerning the cargo carrier, I am very satisfied with the product. It took me about 15 minutes to assemble with absolutely no problem. The box it came in was pretty beat up when it arrived but the carrier was not damaged. I had read this would occur in other reviews. It would appear this could be solved by etrailer packaging the product in heavier cardboard. The product has a made in China sticker on it which may correlate to the packaging material and may affect your decision if you are on a buy America purchase mission. I also purchased the light kit. In the reviews I read they indicated that the drivers side light wiring in the wiring harness was too short. I will also state this is true. If run your wire under the carrier diagnolly, shortest distance, it is possibly just enough length. The passenger side wiring is plenty long. I do not know why with all the reviews that the manufacture of the light kit could not lengthen the wire harness. Also on the wire harness, I had to use side cutters and cut a the wire mesh a small amount below each light to thread the wire from underneath the carrier to the light. If you don't do this the drivers side wiring will not reach your vehicle recepticle. The wiring instructions should state this but do not. One other accessory I would recommend that I have not found on etrailer is a receiver hitch stabilizer collar. This little device slips over your carrier insert hitch into the receiver and has some set screws to tighten to prevent your carrier from wiggling or tilting. Overall, this is a great product, I am very satisfied and recommend the product and company. 21660
by: Dave D02/09/2014
Etrailer once again provided great customer service by expediting my shipment and by reviewing some photos of the assembled product to answer my questions. The cargo carrier assembled pretty quickly and easily. I bought it to use with hauling things like my lawn mower for service. The pictures will show how that worked out, which was great. I know that I will find some additional uses like moving and hauling bulk items. 116118
by: Chris08/18/2015
I ordered this rack and it showed up very fast. Assembly was a snap and I mounted it up with the Rola LED light kit, XL Anti-rattle hitch receiver lock for 2.5" hitch, and topped it off with a eTrailer extra large cargo bag. All 4 products are excellent and a must have for road trips. The day after I installed it and loaded it up we set off on a 6,400 mile road trip across the US, north through Canada, and into Alaska. We hit terrible roads, rain, sun and 80mph wind without a single issue. The rack is big, the hitch lock is an absolute gift for keeping the load rattle free, the lights are bright (if not a little short on the wiring), and the bag is terrific. The bag isn't water proof because of the zippers but you can hide them with the flap that is designed to keep 99% of water out. I highly recommend all these products and will buy again if they ever wear out, which is doubtful! 220057
It is still going strong and gets plenty of use. The only thing Id change is the length on the plug for the lights. It is about 2 too short for easy plugging in and 9 too short if you want to route it on the crossmember and keep it from being zip tied to the bottom right below whatever you put on it. Ive sent friends your way and will do so again.
Chris - 08/23/2016by: David C.07/09/2012
I want to thank you for a very excellent product. It took me just over an hour to put carrier together and install lights (I took my time, it was hot). I fits perfect on my 2005 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. I have a large spare tire on the back, on an aftermarket tire carrier and the fit is perfect (See enclosed photos). Your price was great and the ship time was, well I could not ask for better. Thank you gentlemen, I will be heading to the Panamint Valley soon and now I can carry all the equipment I will need, thanks again. 47305
by: Brian G03/16/2015
My wife and I spend the winters in southern GA and needed a cargo carrier as we make our move between TN and GA. Everything we pack will fit into the car with ease, but we're a tad cramped. When I say we, I mean our dog and two cats. :) Having the cargo carrier will allow us to pack our clothes, etc. outside the car while everyone has more room inside the car. On this particular hitch (Curt Class III), I can haul 300lbs back there. The three containers you see in the pics will probably be full, but not weigh anywhere near 300lbs total. This will definitely make our travel more comfortable. It also alleviated the need for a larger car where the bigger volume of cargo space would only get used a couple of times per year. Smaller car for a daily drive equals less gas. The cargo carrier is a bit on the cumbersome side so my wife helps me get it connected. It's heavy duty and expect it to last many years. 178597
by: Daniel A.04/02/2015
As soon as I purchased the product (cargo carrier for 2" hitch), I received the receipt for it via e-mail. I was also notified via email when it was shipped out. The product arrived quicker than I expected and was very well packaged. Took about 20 minutes to assemble and was very easy, despite the fact I am no handy man. I put the cargo carrier on my hitch with no problems. The carrier does not come with a hitch pin but I knew that before I purchased product so I was prepared. I love the carrier and even though I knew the dimensions, I was surprised at how much extra room it affords me. I will be getting some reflectors for it and will also purchase some tie down straps and then I will be ready to load the carrier up for camping. Thanks etrailer for great service and a great product. 182248
Still a great product! It is such a handy things to have around when you need just a little extra room. After one year this product is holding up great!
Daniel A - 04/01/2016by: Bill V07/07/2014
I received a confirmation email within several minutes of my purchase and two more over the next couple of days giving me the status of my order and shipping. My Pro Series Cargo Carrier hitch rack was delivered very quickly and arrived in great condition. The box was well designed, it showed a bit of wear from the handling but the rack inside was in perfect condition. It was easy to assemble and using a torque wrench as recommended ensured that the bolts are properly tightened. I was surprised that the box was shorter than the 60" length of the carrier, opening the box confirmed my guess that the body of the rack was in two sections. This was replacing another carrier that had been destroyed in an accident. I had presumed it, too, was one piece with the receiver needing to be attached. I hadn't picked up on the fact that the rack was in sections, probably my oversight. Never the less, the bolts holding it together are very substantial and the rack is very solid. I would buy it again without any question. I bought this primarily for our annual trip to the beach to carry coolers, supplies and a large, heavy duty utility cart that won't fit in the 4Runner but is used to haul the family's abundance of gear from the condo to the shore. I will use it for hunting and fishing excursions, too. I am very pleased with the excellent service from etrailer and with the rack itself. 139815
by: James B.08/01/2017
I purchased the 24 x 60" Pro Series cargo carrier as a substitute for a full-sized trailer, because my car -- a Ford Taurus -- was not designed to pull a trailer, and I didn't want to have to store a trailer. The cargo carrier only takes up a few square feet of garage space, so it was easy to store when not in use. The Pro Series carrier is rock-solid, built for a 2" hitch receiver. It is big, with raised rails to keep cargo from moving. The raised rails also provide many points for fastening cargo straps and bungees. You can get cargo carriers for less money, but I'm pretty sure you can't get them more solidly built. Think about it -- any time you're going to hang things off the hitch receiver of your car, you want to be sure it is secure. I chose this beefed-up, solid carrier over much lighter products because I could not afford to trust my equipment to a flimsy carrier. True, the carrier is heavy and a little difficult to carry; but it's nice to know I'm not going to lose a load because a lightweight carrier snapped or bent under the weight of its cargo. I gave this product 4 stars; I'd have given it 5 stars if it had a welded-on stop to keep the tongue from going too far into the hitch receiver. I bought an aftermarket tongue stop so that I could quickly line up the holes for the link pin. This is a great carrier -- solid, reliable and big enough for a generous cargo. 413522
by: Chris B.09/16/2013
First off, etrailer is great. I shopped numerous other sites and they had the best price on his cargo carrier. Second, they kept me in he loop from start to finish and had the cargo carrier delivered on the 3rd business day (maybe it was the 2nd). The cargo carrier was easy to put together. I haven't used it yet so I can't comment on that but will follow-up once I have. I do believe I will eventually order an anti wobble hitch pin though. There is quite a bit of play in my 2" receiver but maybe that won't be a factor once I have some weight on it. 100274
Looks really nice - Im looking to get one for my Jeep too. Have you had any troubles since you wrote this review ? Did you need the anti wobble pin ? How easy is it to put it on and off, my concern is that I will need to take it on and off a lot.
-- comment by: Sam - 06/13/2014This is for Sam. No, I have not had any problems with the cargo carrier. It is a little heavy but I can take it on and off by myself. I hang it on the wall in my garage so it stores nicely out of the way. It does wobble but it doesnt really seem to affect anything. I usually try and make sure my load is balanced.I think it is a perfect addition for the wranglers limited storage space.
-- comment by: Chris b - 06/19/2014by: 2008 Toyota Sequoia08/07/2012
Great Product, and very solid construction. The equipment arrived fairly fast, and without any problems. All pieces were accounted for, and went together in a matter of minutes. I opted to go with my own light package that included reverse lights. After reading several reviews about the recommend light package, and how they protrude into the basket area, as well as the lights were sealed and would not be able to be changed when they burned out. I saw another customer had put the reflective tape on his product, and said smart idea and did the same. Took it on a test drive, and loaded it down with about 200lbs and no effect on car handling. Overall I am pleased with my decision to purchase this product 50847
by: Todd07/18/2011
Ordered this cargo carrier, extra large bag and light kit. Shipping was extremely fast; arrived in less that 4 days. Easy to assemble, I did however run to my local hardware store and got extra heavy duty washers to be sure all was nice and snug when assembled. The cargo carrier assembly was as easy as described; however no matter how I put in the lights, the plug wire was not long enough. Bought a $4 extender at Walmart. Be sure to put the rubber grommets in first, then put the lens in !!! Packed 3 large suitcases, 2 large duffel bags, smaller bags and still had room!! We did a 800 mile round trip to the beach, ran through some terrible rain storms, but everything stayed bone dry inside the cargo bag. Great product, fast shipping; wish I would have bought this long ago. 19627
Thank you for the picture of bag!What is the brand and model of the extra large bag?
-- comment by: DC - 07/12/2013The bag in Todds photo is the the etrailer.com Extra Large Cargo Bag, part 988501. 54 inches long, 24 inches wide, and 24 inches tall. It is designed to fit the largest cargo carriers like the Pro Series carrier that Todd is using it with. Check the link:
-- Patrick B - 7/15/2013by: Honda Pilot owner07/20/2018
Great basic cargo carrier. Great value. We just went camping with it and it worked great. Very secure and felt very sturdy. We had no trouble traveling with it. We bought a bungee net (not included) to secure our three totes in it. Our totes are 18”x 24” and are 14” tall—they fit great with room left over, however, I would recommend purchasing one big fitted box for the carrier so that there isn’t wasted space. With our totes being 14 inches tall, the carrier still sits far enough away from the car that we were able to open the back door of our Honda Pilot without taking off the carrier or anything from it—so that was very handy when making pit stops to let our dog out and just to get stuff from the back. We have a large (85 lb) dog who was able to get in and out of the back of the car with the carrier still on (although a little tight). If you are traveling somewhere where theft is a concern, I would recommend purchasing a pin with a lock on it. Fun tip: We also used the carrier as a drying rack for towels after swimming and just as an extra table. It was nice being up off the ground. (This was just when we were parked at our camp site.) Enjoy! 543973
by: DCT05/27/2014
Purchased for my 2013 Ford F-150 truck, I had item unpacked and completely assembled in under 30 minutes. if your planning on hauling lots of extra equipment for your outdoor adventures this is the carrier for you. Carrier is built very strong and sturdy, I left carrier installed on truck hitch, once it was emptied I used it as a step getting in the bed of truck with tailgate in up or down position, just make sure you step on the center I Beam of carrier if you chose to use as a step. Holds a 165 quart igloo cooler with room to spare. Money well spent.. 132424
Carrier has been great in performance, has hauled lots of heavy tubes to and from the market.
DCT - 05/27/2015by: Robin N.06/21/2017
This rack and the available waterproof bag are the best product since sliced bread. We vacationed 10 hours away from home with 4 people and 2 50 lb. dogs. Since the dogs needed the cargo space, (Get yourself the Petego K9 Guard Universal Pet Safety Barrier for $65 to keep pooch out of your lap.) we bought this cargo carrier for the luggage etc. We had previously owned a Thule Rooftop Bag; it worked but as the years go by, clambering atop the SUV with luggage lost its charm. I Love This Carrier. It's easily assembled. It's easy to access for loading and unloading. The available waterproof bag is still bone dry 10 hours later in the rain. A big plus for us in addition to ease of access was the lack of roof noise. Since the rack is behind you, no buffeting! Our 2007 Toyota 4Runner had no interference with the tail lights. If we had super-stuffed the cargo bag, we would have needed to relocate the license plate to the carrier itself. Also, we added reflective tape to the carrier as a precaution. Would totally buy this product again. I believe the dogs would endorse it too as using it means they did not have to sit atop any luggage. 397028
by: Stephen02/10/2013
I was looking for a safe and sturdy cargo carrier for all that excess tailgating gear. This is perfect and holds a heap of gear. Putting it together was no problem, all parts machined to fit easily and align well. Highly recommend this carrier. I must add that the service from etrailer was outstanding. They kept me informed all the way through from order placement to early delivery - it arrived on my doorstep in perfect condition in just 3 days. Great company to work with and I will be back for sure. 65587
Both have been great, thanks and looking forward to some more use with the tailgating season about to start!
Stephen - 08/13/2014 by: Josh M06/17/2016
I love this thing. It's well-made and very sturdy. We've used it a ton and it does exactly what it is supposed to. For around HALF of what I would have paid buying the same type cargo carrier from [...]. I had actually ordered one from [...] specifically for a long weekend trip about a year ago. Then I got an email saying it was back ordered (after paying for expedited shipping and them saying it was in stock and would arrive on time). So I scoured the web trying to find one I could get to arrive in time for our trip. Found this site, this product, and their super helpful customer service folks. Erica helped me make sure I got all the add-on parts that I needed (trailer lights, 12" extension wiring harness), and I still came out paying half of what I would have for JUST the cargo rack from [...]. I was shocked to learn how much money I was saving by ordering it from etrailer and canceling the backordered one from [...]. That item being out of stock turned out to be a blessing in disguise for sure. Very happy with this purchase, and I'd recommend it (and etrailer.com in general) to anyone. 262123
by: Graham07/29/2018
Thanks etrailer for the perfect product to assist with my trip! I searched the internet for a Tow Hitch Cargo Carrier. I saw so may confusing items and items of various quality. Then i ran across your website! It had everything i needed to help me make my decision. The videos were great that showed my Car Make/Model number with the carrier installed and video of the carrier with and without the Anti Rattle Hitch Receiver lock. It easily helped me make the decision to get the Anti Rattle device since the video clearly showed how effective that was. I also called your customer service agent to ask a few questions. She was very helpful and assured me the Product i had choosen would fit my needs. She was right. My trip with the family from TX to CO was a success. We were able to pack out bikes/stroller/luggage on the Cargo Carrier and strap it down. The LED Light Assembly kit was also well worth it. It plugged right in and looked great in the dark. Thanks again and i'll definitely point friends/family your way when a travel accessory is needed for a vehicle. 547561
by: Ron R.01/07/2013
I couldn't be happier with the carrier. With very little effort I was able to put it together. I was even able to attach it to the car without any problems. The whole process only took about twenty minutes. I then loaded it down with luggage and drove about 800 miles. Never had a problem. The carrier is sturdy and strong. I highly recommend it to anyone who needs extra storage space. 62560
Patrick, thanks for the email. The trailer has continued to be great. I dont use it a lot, but every year we take a couple of long distance trips and I need it. It is always great.
Ron R - 07/16/2014by: Tammy R.03/16/2012
My husband and I decided we wanted a cargo carrier so we "googled" it. Up came etrailer.com which looked like it had lots to choose from. We narrowed it down to two items before deciding on item #63153. We discussed the products with the customer service agent at etrailer.com. Can you believe she answered the phone at 10 minutes to 8 in the morning? Anyway, etrailer.com helped me compare between the two carriers my husband and I had narrowed down by offering information and answering the questions. I went ahead with the order and within 5 minutes I had a confirmation order in my email in box. Then, 10 minutes later I had notification that the order had already been shipped with shipping confirmation tracking. I was amazed at the customer care. This was a Friday morning when I ordered the carrier and today is Wednesday of the following week. We got our carrier yesterday - my husband put it together without any issues. That was fast and efficient. I love it! It is going to work perfect for us. Thank you etrailer.com! 34083
by: John M.07/03/2011
Cargo carrier itself is just OK. The instructions are poor. When installing, start with the smaller bolts first, square up the cargo carrier, then tighten up the three larger botls to pull it all together. If you don't do this, you'll end up with the two halves not aligned very well. There is not protective foam in the box. My carrier came with the wire mesh pierced in one area from one of the rails during shipping. The exterior of the box was not damaged, so it must have been shaken around during shipping sometime. There was a small rust spot on the underside of the carrier. I bought this with a curt hitch, wiring, and lights for my Toyota Sienna. All together, it's a pretty good combination that eTrailer made very easy to piece together. I gave this a low rating because of the poor installations instructions, punctured wire mesh, and the rust spot. I can only expect that this carrier will need a lot of future TLC in order to keep-up with the Toyota's reliability. 18460
by: Willie L.11/18/2012
This is a very sturdy product. The only difficulty which I experienced was with the lighting kit whip. The lighting kit section for the driver's side was too short to route under the carrier. I had to route it over the basket and rig a protector for this portion of the wiring. However with this said, I am looking forward to putting it to use. 59626
The carrier and light hook-up are very good. I have used them often. I would highly recommend them. God bless!!!
Willie L - 06/12/2014by: Lee06/23/2015
Received my cargo rack today & assembly was very easy. Looks great! My only complaint is this doesn't come with a hitch pin. Since this was my 1st hitch purchase, I was unaware that the hitch pin needed to be ordered separately...I wish the product specs made this more clear. Other than that, I am very satisfied. Can't wait to use it! 206722
Highly recommend this product! The quality is much better than the other brands out there. Well worth the extra $$.
Lee - 06/22/2016by: Scott06/11/2011
This carrier is perfect!! It is exactly what I was looking for to carry all the gear that 3 little kids come with!! I have a 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (same as Ford Explorer) and the fit is great. It was a toss up to go with this one or the foldable style but the rising offset works great. I opted for the light kit that is reccomended and yes, as mostly all the other reviews mention, the wiring harness is short. E-trailer really should consider supplying a longer one. However, that being said, it was not a problem to make a small splice extending it. Or, as others have suggested, buy a longer wiring harness at an auto store. Also, the suggestion to add fender washers to the assembly is an absolute must!! I cannot believe e-trailer does not supply what is, in my opinion, neccessary hardware. In all, this is exactly what i was looking for, it assembled with ease in about 30 minutes and is of sufficient quality to last for many trips. 16744
by: John B.06/14/2012
I have three pics of our new cargo carrier that we bought from you. Also the light kit and cargo netting. The cargo carrier went very good. I did have to buy a hitch adapter, which i have a pic of because the cargo carrier was a 2" and i have a 1 and 1/2 inch reciever. As you can see we do not travel lightly. 44142
by: Javen H04/16/2007
Great Carrier - Minor Defects I purchased this carrier, which for it's size and capabilities, this is a great deal. However, a couple of minor issues you need to be aware of. First off, there were a couple of minor defects where some weld had dripped on this rack, then was painted over, leaving a couple of large bumps on the surface. Secondly, and more importantly, I had to use washers as spacers along the support tube to prevent the platform from seperating at the center joint. No big deal, just be aware that before you assemble, to place a washer on each side of the support tube prior to inserting bolts. This will prevent the bolts from pulling the center joints apart. Lastly, the mesh flooring did not have big enough spaces to run the connectors for the tail light kit as described in the instructions. Be prepared to cut and splice the wires in order to have a professional looking installation. 133
by: RBD11/26/2014
Excellent turn around time. I assembled the cargo carrier upon receipt. The only reason I haven't given it a perfect score is that I haven't yet used it. However, from the way it assembled and the sturdiness I experienced during assembly, my guess is that I will give it an A-plus rating once I use it. 162554
Thanks the follow up. Good product, good performance. I recommend it to friends all the time.
RBD - 12/08/2015by: adamdrums10/13/2011
Well designed cargo carrier! I own a jeep liberty with a tire on the back. I have hunted for the perfect hitch cargo carrier that has a good sized platform, doesn't scrape the ground when driving up inclines and isn't extremely heavy. This one is it! The hitch leave roughly 1/4" gap between the tire and basket so its a nice tight fit and doesn't stick to far out. It elevates upward from the hitch so I don't need to worry about hitting the ground on inclines. The sides are good for keeping everything in place and piece of mind. One downfall is that I can't open the back on the liberty because of the tire. I can open the glass through. Overall highly recommended carrier! 25522
by: Doug W.04/19/2012
Great Carrier. Ordered on a Friday and recieved it on Wednesday. Everything arrived in perfect shape even the boxes. Assembly was simple and had it on the back of my 2011 Tahoe in 15 minutes. I installed the light kit once it was on my vehicle. I put the lights in and hooked it to my vehicle. It was very tight from the drivers side as others have stated. I turned the light with the connection to the inside instead of the outside and picked up 4 inches of slack. I ran the green wire over to the yellow then zip tied everything where it fit the best. Worked great and turning the light doesn't effect anything. I would recommend this carrier to anyone. I also purchased the large cargo bag but haven't used it yet. I do need to order the anti rattle hitch pin because there is a little play in the receiver so I would recommend that. Customer service was great! 37694
by: Carol10/01/2018
This was a gift for my son-in-law’s birthday. The box was not banded to keep the box closed since it arrived in it's own box. The box was damaged on the end and the back due to the weight of the product. Not strong packaging from the manufacturer due to the weight of the item. Two products that I purchased were packaged together and shipped in the same box. Yes, the one was the product and the second was the waterproof storage that goes on the product itself that I also purchased but being the lid was not secured to the bottom, it could have been lost and had missing hardware. Everything seems to have arrived ok but I would think the box should have had shipping bands on it for the shipping company to grab and move the package easier and more securely for the purchaser. All in all the gift was appreciated and what he wanted for his traveling trips! 570725
by: Mike06/24/2014
While I haven't used the product yet, it was very simple to assemble and fits great in my 2013 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. There is plenty of space between the standard tire and the platform. I am looking to upgrade my tires to 35's and believe there will still be ample space to allow the carrier to attach properly. 137377
Very happy with it. Thanks for the follow-up!
Mike - 06/29/2015by: Tim E11/14/2014
Very. Fast delivery. Item was assembled quickly. And easily. Cargo rack is very sturdy and locking pin was very snug fit into 2" hitch. I might put a shim in hitch to minimize bounce. 161051
Both products work well. The cargo carrier is very stable and has great design for tie down straps. I love the width and perimeter border that helps to secure the cargo.
Tim E - 11/20/2015by: stephen j04/06/2017
Very well packaged, arrived in good shape. Easy to put together. Have 12.50 x 35 inch tires plenty of clearance, can not open tail gate with large tire. Ordered light/wire kit, changed to different lights. Will work great for what I need. 363830
by: Daniel01/03/2011
Cargo carrier on Nissan Armada Pictures of the mounted cargo carrier. Overall the experience was awesome!!! The light cords could be a little longer for connection with wiring adapter, but still a good experience. I'll recommend!!! 4938
by: Carl M.05/30/2011
Exactly what i ordered, box was a little beat up but the carrier was in good shape. Very simple to put together, took me 15 mins. As usual, service was great. Here are a couple of pictures with the carrier on my 2011 Outlander Sport. 15696
by: Matt B06/03/2015
I ordered the bag and Hitch Basket together in one order for a trip in July. I will follow up with a review after the trip. I can say that it was super easy to put together and the quality is evident as soon as you open the box. Super quick shipping also, ordered it Friday, got it Monday. My only question is on the back of my 2013 Durango with dual exhaust is it going to get hot enough to damage the bag when i'm going down the highway at 80mph? I did a test run without the bag and it didnt seem like the basket got hot, a little warm. Any one that has driven any distance that can let me know would be a huge relief for me. 200090
by: TSL09/12/2016
Solid cargo carrier. Easy to put together and very useful. We took it on a camping trip along with the cargo carry bag that Etrailer sell. It was a good combination. We got the anti-rattle receiver locking pin too and everything together worked very well. It's easy to get to the trunk of the car as the carrier stands out far enough from the back of the car, so no need to disconnect the carrier when we arrived at the campsite. We were concerned we'd need to do this and risk it getting robbed, but there is no need to disconnect it. While camping, the carrier did double duty to bring firewood we picked up out in the woods back to the campsite. All in all, a very useful item. It does stick out far enough that getting the light kit that E-trailer sell is probably a good idea. We got the LED light kit and it works well 293659
Thanks for reaching out to inquire about how we are doing with the products we purchased.We are are _very_ happy with the Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carrier. It is solid, well made and works very well.Primary reason for buying it was for carrying camping gear and along with the Cargo Carrier Bag it does this job very well.We also use the Cargo carrier to transport chickens to market in professional quality chicken transport crates . We raise a dozen or so broiler chickens a couple times per year and it is great for carrying them to the processing place. Much better than in the back of the car stinky !The carrier bag is really good too, very solid, and totally waterproof.
TSL - 10/17/2017 by: Layne H.09/17/2016
We bought the kit that allows us to both pull a trailer and use a carrier. We haven't towed anything yet but the carrier is absolutely fantastic. The design is perfect. I had no problems installing it onto my van. It was a little hard to install because the manufacturer fills the bolt holes with some gunk, but they show you how to clean them out and install the frame. The carrier itself is made of quality steel. And even though it only attaches to the hitch, it rides very without shaking or rocking. With heavier loads I use bungee cords to stabilize it, however, I think that's because I'm paranoid and not because I think the carrier is unstable. Definitely buy this if you have kids because you can carry everything you need for trips and vacations on the outside of your vehicle and not fill up the inside. 295867
by: Steve L05/31/2015
Good solid product at a reasonable price. I will use it for the first time next week on a 600 mile trip, a good test. Only suggestion is to get the aluminum version as my Steel version is very heavy to install and lineup. Overall, very satisfied. 199236
Great product and well made. Next one will be a fold up though
Steve L - 05/31/2016by: Eric06/14/2010
Overall, a very good carrier I am rating this carrier overall very good as I have used it only twice so far and it worked as expected, but I cannot comment yet on longevity and reliability. The setup was easy and as some have posted, washers were needed to fill gaps along the support tube. I recommend the Anti-Rattle device as it makes for a very secure connection. If opting for the light kit, it was an easy install, though the wiring can be banged around by items in the carrier, so be careful. My last trip encountered some rain and I noticed some rusting of the bolts holding the carrier together. I would expect some better quality hardware that could handle being outdoors. The frame is solid and you can crank down on your tie-downs to ensure your items are secure without fear of bending tubes. 3132
by: Traveling (Famiy) Man06/27/2017
Great little back side carrier!!! Super quick standard delivery, in fact it arrived early in the morning as I was preparing the car for an afternoon departure. Would have been a mess to have put all that gear inside the vehicle. My only issue with this is that I really wanted to put those tail lights on this unit, but the back side of the light extends out of the cavity enough to make it not flush. My concern was that it may interfere with gear placement. So I opted not to go that route. Would be cool if there was a battery powered unit, but the lights wouldn't be in sync. Also, there are some great comments in this review forum regarding if your carrier contents cover the vehicles rear tail lights you may actually be required to install carrier tail lights to maintain break light visuals. 399730
by: Ryles06/23/2014
I bought one of these racks 2 years ago to take to the beach. Three trips to the beach and many trips camping, and to the home improvement store an this rack rocks! I just purchased a second one as a gift to a friend that goes to the beach with us (we take a lot of stuff). The 500 pound rating is no joke as I've had close to that on it several times. If my picture comes through you will see it loaded for the beach with an inflatable dinghy, outboard, gas can, water trampoline, fishing gear, chairs, beach toys, inflatable kayak, and more. This trip had to have 400 pounds on the rack. 137227
by: Aaron K.08/07/2014
This product is a great fit for the Infiniti JX. Assembly was easy and plenty of cargo can fit on the carrier. Well worth the money. 144905
I only use the carrier once or twice a year but its been great so far. Hasnt shown any signs of material degradation. Its a very good product.
Aaron K - 08/07/2015by: Kono08/20/2014
Product was as expected. Service was exceptional! Great job! Easy to assemble. Will hold a significant amount of cargo. Much better option than the rooftop carrier. 147801
Just got back from another road trip. Carrier still working wonderfully. Really very simple to use.
Kono - 08/20/2015by: Chuck12/21/2014
I own a Jeep wrangler so I need a little extra cargo hauling ability without the added load of a pull behind trailer. This product is it. It works well, easy to assemble (and I purchased the light kit to go with it ), and I received it within three days on the three to five day shipping. The product is large, ten square feet,and offers plenty of room to strap cargo of varying varieties onto it. It is slightly cumbersome to attach, but not so much to be inconvenient. The only drawback I have found is it has a little more play in the tube than I would like. Beyond that, it works well. Purchase the light kit in the event the cargo covers the tail lights. It snaps right In and plugs right up. I like the extra added safety of the lights, especially at night. 166381
by: Ernest J.05/14/2017
I really liked the size and sturdiness of the cargo carrier. I looked at several local places that had similar items, but were made much less sturdy. The feature I really love is that the hitch is lifted and far enough out that the rear mounted spare tire on my Jeep wasn't taking away storage space from the carrier, being lifted means I didn't have to worry about scraping when leaving a parking lot or driveway. I've used it quite a bit, mostly for carrying tenting/camping supplies. I had no concerns on it's ability to hold my gear, it was pretty easy to assemble, had to go purchase a large (19mm?) wrench, but not a big deal, it assemble easy. My product arrived long before I expected, so kudos for etrailer for their speedy shipping and top notch item. 380219
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