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When the whole crew’s coming along, the Swagman XTC4 makes it simple. It fits up to 4 bikes with a 35-lb capacity per bike and adjusts for different wheelbases—up to 62". Padded ratcheting hooks lock down each frame securely without scratching paint, while sliding wheel hoops with rubber straps hold every wheel steady. Whether it’s a couple of adult bikes and two kids’ rides or a mix of frame styles, the XTC4 handles them with ease.
A built-in anti-rattle hitch pin takes the shake out of the drive. The threaded design tightens the steel shank snug into any 2" hitch receiver, cutting down on wobble and sway. That means no clanging down rough roads or highways—just a stable haul that keeps your bikes steady mile after mile.
When you’re done riding, the rack folds out of the way. Pull pins let the masts drop down for quick access to your rear cargo area (with bikes unloaded), and the whole carrier folds up against your vehicle for easy storage. With just a few quick moves, the XTC4 goes from full loadout to a low-profile parked setup.
Security comes built-in with keyed-alike locks for both the rack and your bikes. A braided-steel cable with a protective vinyl coating secures the frames, while the locking hitch pin keeps the rack attached to your hitch. Everything stays right where you left it—no extra locks to track down.
A durable steel body and black powder-coat finish give the XTC4 the strength and corrosion resistance for years of use. At 59 lbs, it’s solid without being unmanageable, and every detail—from the 3" shank rise to the 12-3/4" clearance to the wheel hoop—shows it’s built for real-world riding.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
99% were satisfied with this product
1% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Clayton
9/9/2015
The rack works well. Use it often. 4 bikes is key.Since I dont leave it on the hitch, my only issue with it is the weight when taking it on and off. But I knew that going in, and was working to a price point, which precluded lighter manufacturers.
Den
7/28/2015
The best Bike Rack I ever purchase.
Dan M.
6/12/2014
Ive used the rack for both trips around town as well as 2 day trips to and from the mountains. Its really solid and holds the bike securely so I dont worry about them at all. Folds up easily when the bikes are removed and then easy to relower when needed again.Really, the only downside is the weight when putting it on the vehicle and taking it off. Its still a one person job and the strength of the unit is worth that. I knew that from other purchaser comments so its something I decided was worth it for the quality of the rack.
Mike W.
10/21/2013
Just some kudos to Etrailer and Swagman: somehow the folding pin in my unit got a slight bend in it. After searching for a replacement pin locally in vain, I contacted Etrailer. Tamara responded immediately to my request, but couldnt locate the exact part. So she forwarded on my request to Swagmans home office. Dave at Swagman got right back to me, identified the exact part and sent out a replacement, no charge. He was quite surprised to learn the folding pin had failed. Needless to say, working with Etrailer and Swagman has been greatthey stand behind their products with AMAZING service!!!
Gwendolyn Y.
7/14/2025
That sounds awesome, Charles! Where did you and the family head off to for your trip?
Kevin
8/13/2025
Still gets the job done. I made a mark to show how far to the rack into the hitch tube. Its important to jiggle the rack while screwing in the main bolt forcing the bolt with a wrench will strip the threads. My rack is only used occasionally. It was the right price and the right choice for my needs.
Jeff
7/5/2019
Still a solid rack 1 year in - allows me to haul a variety of different bikes everyone in my family of four has a different size, I have more than one and adjust things pretty quickly and easily to fit the different bikes.
Mike
11/10/2022
Thumbs up!
Mike L.
9/13/2018
From what Swagman tells us, if theres an issue with the frame hooks causing wear on the bikes frame, its typically caused by the hooks being pushed down too hard. The wheel straps do the majority of the job of keeping the bikes on the rack, the frame hooks are used to keep the bikes upright. The hooks only need to be pushed down far enough to touch the bike frame, and no farther than that.
John
1/25/2020
Not good! Weve taken it off of our vehicle and are looking at other brands that are easier to use, weigh less and arent so big and bulky.
Tyler M.
2/5/2020
Bruce R.
10/21/2015
I bought the hitch extender and anti rattle device, which worked perfectly. I took four bikes on a 1,000 mile trip, with not a scratch to a bike or my car. Ive used the bike rack numerous times since then for short trips. I am every bit as excited about this carrier as the day I bought it. It is as solid as a rock!
Loren C.
9/2/2015
Not a lot of miles put on it in the last year. My only complaint is that the security cable eye end is too large to go on the pin with the hitch on my Durango. Other than that its certainly a good product for the price!
R K.
5/23/2015
It works great. Easy installation and installs and remove quickly. No problems. Highly recommend.
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Mg
6/6/2015
This is an awesome bike rack. At 52 and 115 pounds I can load and unload the bikes myself.That said, even with a lock on the rack securing it to the hitch, someone stole the rack off the back of our car over night. Just wanted to warn the rest of you as I order another.