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

Part Number: C13280
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number C13280 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - C13280

  • Class III
  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • 5000 lbs GTW
  • Concealed Cross Tube
  • CURT
  • 500 lbs TW
  • 8000 lbs WD GTW
  • 800 lbs WD TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA
    • Mounting hardware may be imported


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 8,000 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 500 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 800 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.



13280 CURT Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details C13280 Installation instructions

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - C13280

Average Customer Rating:  4.8 out of 5 stars   (313 Customer Reviews)

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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2002 Dodge Dakota

Trailer hitch could not have fit any better. The packaging was inadequate and metal was sticking out of both sides of the tattered box. The paint was rubbed off where the packaging was not protecting it. The hardware was excellent and I installed this hitch and torqued the nuts in under 2 hours and I didn't even hustle. The old upper rear bumper bolts were frozen, so I appreciate getting hardened steel replacements. The welding is nice but maybe a bit convex in some of the profiles. I had never heard of Curt hitches but this is well made.



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2003 Dodge Dakota

The box arrived quite beat up, but the receiver was in fine shape. I noted some chipped/scratched paint, but nothing was bent or damaged. Before bolting it up I sprayed the problem paint areas with a little quick-dry polyurethane to prevent rust from cropping up. Bolted up perfectly! There was some open space between the plates for the second horizontal bolt, but after torquing it to 70 lbs, everything snugged up and was tight. It fits nice and close under the bumper which is good because the Dakota is not that high to begin with. Very happy with the purchase.

Erik

7/13/2018

Great! Still rock solid, luckily in southern California we dont deal with road salt. Its a little dusty, but the parts are still great



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Quality product, install was straight forward and super easy with an impact gun and torque wrench.


Fit perfect on an 03 Dakota Sport 3.9L



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2002 Dodge Dakota

Nice quality hitch, installed myself because I had a frustrating experience with my local trailer place in the recent past and the only trouble I had was getting 20-year old rusty bolts out of my truck once I got them out then the new hitch/ hardware looked great



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1998 Dodge Dakota

Excellent experience! Hitch on 98 Dakota bent down a little just from Lowe's to my house when I first got trailer and mower. Went online, found this company, ordered and received in 5 days. 2 of those days were the weekend, and 1 was President's Day. The install was much easier than I thought. I removed the two existing bolts while waiting for UPS. I also set up a block and couple small boards to rest the thing on one side. When it came, I had everything ready to go, and it took about 20 minutes do put on, and tighten down. I didn't have a torque wrench, so I used the red Loctite, and get them very tight with an 18" breaker bar. It was all in all a great deal. Shipped fast, went on easy and seems like it is more solid than the truck I bolted it to. :) The main problem was the height of hitch ball, and this seems to have completely solved that problem. The tools I used, basic ratchet, deep 11/16 and deep 3/4, reg 3/4. 18" breaker bar.



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Product looks good and seems to be good quality. Perfect match for my 2003 dodge dakota. Install took about 15-20 minutes, one person can do it but having an extra set of hands helps. Can’t express enough how pleased I am with etrailer.com, I put my order in around 6pm on a Wednesday (paid for 3 day shipping) and it arrived around noon on Friday. Great company, will use again if I need another. Highly recommend!



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2001 Dodge Dakota

The hitch came 2 days before I was expecting it which worked out great for me. All the holes lined up perfectly and using the vid on your site made it easy to figure just how to install it. Took less than an hour for me. Now I just have to get the old hitch ball off the truck bumper.



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The hitch came very quickly. I ordered it on a holiday weekend and was surprised that it was shipped on the holiday! A friend helped install it, which took less than an hour. The hitch works great with my small trailer. I would highly recommend this product and this company.

Debra

7/6/2023

I upgraded to a slightly larger trailer. It was easy to switch to a bigger hitch ball. The hitch works great hauling more than a ton of dirt on the trailer.



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2015 Dodge Dakota

Product arrived quickly and although the box was damaged, the hitch was fine. Bolted right on my 2002 Dodge Dakota as promised. The videos on the web site were a great help! It took me about 15 mins. to install with the help of a couple of jack stands. Looks great. Thank you!



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Everything was what they described as in the part and hardware . Very easy to install no drilling or grinding. Even a dog could do it LOL thanks for the great hitch and will recommend this great hitch . Thank you etrailer



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1994 Dodge Dakota

he mechanic that installed my new hitch was very impressed with the craftsmanship and quality!. The installation went smooth and I am pleased with results
See attachment. Thanks for everything



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I could not be any happier with this product or with etrailer. This installation was very easy from beginning to finish. The price was very reasonable and I look forward to do business with etrailer in the near future.



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Very pleased with the receiver hitch easy install overall pleased with etrailer this is the second item I've ordered from this company quick delivery



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Easy to install and use on my 2001 Dakota Sport, have had no issues to speak of one year in



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1999 Dodge Dakota

Excellent fit, no installation problems at all, I've done it by myself using some straps in 35 to 40 minutes.
Great product!!!!



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came fast and right. they asked for my opinion before i realized it was at my door. sure, the box was ripped, but the hitch is fine. i would feel badly, tossing all the padding it would take, to protect that box.



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1999 Dodge Dakota

Item was as pictured, fast delivery, all parts there, was on in 10min. Will be using etrailer in the future.



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Excellent fast delivery. Haven't installed it yet but it looks really solid

Henry

10/14/2023

Perfect fit for my Dodge Decota,heavy duty, pulls strong.no complaints about this product.



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2001 Dodge Dakota

Selecting the hitch for my Dakota was easy and the installation video was excellent. The hitch fit like a glove and went on with ease.
The wiring harness for the trailer snapped into place in less than 5 minutes. I'm ready to pull!

Jeb

4/9/2014

They are performing splendedly!



by:

The hitch is well-made and has held up well over the first year. I work at a place where we sell things that you must have a hitch receiver to use. Based on my own positive experience, I regularly recommend etrailer.com as a place for customers to get one at a fair price and with good service.

James

5/25/2017

Working and holding up very well even considering the all the salt they dump on the roads here over the Minnesota winters.



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The hitch fit and has been a lot of help already. Used it several times to help friends move.

Wayne

8/20/2023

The hitch has been great. Has hauled several heavy loads including my RV. I’ve actually installed several of your hitches for friends and on my other vehicles. They have always been fairly easy to install and always worked extremely hard.



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Fast delivery



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2001 Dodge Dakota

The hitch arrived a day early and I was able to install it myself with my 1/2" impact and floor jack in about 45 minutes, this time includes answering 2 phone calls. The box was semi damaged and I was thankful that the hardware was wrapped seperately and securely taped into the receiver. Fits my truck perfectly. I do wish it might have had a bracket for the plug. No Big Deal.

Etrailer Expert

Sierra K.

1/13/2022

You can order a bracket like item # 18144. If you want a no-drill option you can add bracket item # 18136.



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2001 Dodge Dakota

I bought the C13280 Curt trailer hitch for my 2001 Dodge Dakota to pull a small utility trailer. It was a very simple, straight-forward installation and a perfect fit right out of the box. I installed it all by myself but it may have been a little bit easier with the help of another person. This hitch is a solid built quality item and i expect to get many years of use from it. Many thanks!



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2000 Dodge Dakota

To start with, etrailer has a simple web-sight to use and they were ever so quick to deliver! My receiver was easy to put on my DODGE DAKOTA SPORT.

It's been a year now and everything is A-OK!

etrailer.com is a wonderful business to deal with. I highly recommend them for receiver hitches.


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    I took a look at the online owner's manual for your 2003 Dodge Dakota and it looked like the max towing capacity for your pickup when equipped with a Class III trailer hitch is 5,000 lbs. Since all of the trailer hitches available for your pickup are Class III with a max rating of 5,000 lbs (500 lbs tongue weight) and similar install difficulty (per the manufacturers) it really boils down to style. The 2 trailer hitches that are easiest to install are the Curt # C13280 and the etrailer...
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2003 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
    For the 2003 Dodge Dakota, there are specific trailer hitches that will fit all models INCLUDING the quad cab. Take a look at Curt hitch # C13145. The instructions I have linked do specify that it fits 2 door and 4 door models. I also recommend the etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts, 2 balls, a hitch pin with clip, and a carrying bag. For trailer wiring, if needed, use # 118329. I have included a link to the installation details for the wiring as well.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch That Is Least Visible On 1994 Dodge Dakota
    The trailer hitch I recommend for your 1994 Dakota with the least visibility is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver, part # C13145. This trailer hitch is designed with the receiver tube even with the horizontal bar of the hitch. Most hitches have the receiver tube welded below the bar, making it more visible. None of the aftermarket hitches will be completely hidden as they are mounted below the truck frame but this hitch is the least visible of the hitches we offer. If you plan on doing...
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  • Difference Between Curt Class III # C13145 and # C13280 for a 2003 Dodge Dakota
    The primary differences between the Curt # C13280 and # C13145 are cosmetic. The C13280 would be mainly concealed behind the rear bumper, while the C13145 would be visible. The hitches have identical capacities, so either would work great from a functional standpoint. Because there's not an important difference between the two, I'd personally choose the C13280 because of its lower cost. It just so happens we offer a small trailer designed for carrying kayaks and other items that would...
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  • Grade Of Mounting Bolts In Hardware For Curt Hitch C13280
    The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13280 for 1987 - 2004 Dodge Dakota includes grade 8 hardware bolts. It is a 2" receiver with a concealed cross tube so the only portion of the hitch that is visible once installed is the receiver portion. I have attached an installation video for your reference.
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  • Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab
    The Curt Hitch part # C13280 has been confirmed to fit all models of the 2001 Dodge Dakota so it would work well on your quad cab model. The install video I attached shows the hitch being installed on a quad cab model just like yours. It would be a pretty simple install.
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  • How to Tell if a Vehicle has a Tow Package or Not
    A tow package for a vehicle is usually a frame mounted trailer hitch and trailer wiring on a vehicle like your 2002 Dodge Dakota. If you have those two things you could pretty easily assume you have the tow package. Or, you can take the VIN of your vehicle to a Dodge dealer and they will be able to tell you. If you do not have a hitch the # C13280 that you referenced would be a great option.
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For 1997 Dodge Dakota Sport
    For your 1997 Dodge Dakota Sport, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2 inch # C13280. This is a square tube design that will easily bolt on to your truck. It has a nice gloss black powder coat finish over a protective base coat for superior rust resistance. There is not a similar hitch to the Curt # 13229 available in style or in the number of bolts to install. It is not compatible with your model year. If you will be using this hitch receiver for...
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    I wasn't able to track down an online version of the owner's manual for your 1999 Dodge Dakota so unfortunately I can't verify its towing capacity. To accurately determine this number I recommend flipping to the towing section of your manual or even contacting a local Dodge dealer with your VIN. I will say though that if the hitch on your Dakota lists a 2,000 pound towing capacity this is the limit you will need to follow even if the truck itself is capable of pulling more. To tow a heavier...
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  • Is Drilling Required to Install Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13280 on 2001 Dodge Dakota
    The Curt Class III Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C13280, is a custom fit hitch and offers bolt-on installation for your 2001 Dodge Dakota. No drilling or welding will be required. I have included an installation video for you. I'm assuming that you plan to do some towing with your Dakota so I have included an article that covers the steps to choosing the correct ball mount for your set-up. You might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a...
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  • Installation of Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver on a 2002 Dodge Dakota
    All of the trailer hitch receivers we sell, including the Curt # C13280 you asked about, should be torqued to spec based on the install details. I've linked an install video and the install details for you as well.
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  • Curt Class III Receiver Hitch for 1999 Dodge Dakota
    Curt actually offers two different Class III hitches for the 1999 Dodge Dakota. The Curt # C13280 features a square crossbar tube that will be concealed behind the truck's bumper. The only visible portion of the hitch would be the receiver tube right under the back bumper. The Curt # C13145 uses a round tube crossbar, most of which would be visible from behind the vehicle. Both hitches would install in the same manner, as you can see from the instructions I'll link to, and both hitches...
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  • Availability of Hitch for a 2001 Dodge Dakota with Dual Exhaust
    We have several hitches that are confirmed fits for your 2001 Dodge Dakota. I spoke to my contact at Curt and he said whether the hitches will fit with your after market dual exhaust depends whether the pipes come straight out behind the truck or whether they are are angled. If they are angled you should not have a problem. Also the hitches will not fit if you have the factory or aftermarket fascia, or roll pan or tube bumper. I have included a helpful link to those hitches. A popular...
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    I am glad your Curt Hitch and Erickson Big Bed Junior Load Extender part # EM07605 are working well on your 2000 Dodge Dakota! For locking hitch pins that you could use on the hitch and the # EM07605 you could use the part # e98880 for the hitch and then the part # BD580400 for the upright portion of the # EM07605.
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    We do have some hitch fits for your 1991 Dodge Roadtrek, but the # C13280 hitch you'd looked at is a fit for the 1987-2004 Dodge Dakota and wouldn't work for you. I'd recommend the Draw-Tite # 75140 which will be a fit as long as your Dodge Roadtrek has the standard factory bumper and not the step bumper. If you do have the step bumper, it'll need to be removed and replaced with a standard factory bumper.
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  • Will the Curt Hitch Part # C13280 Fit a 2004 Dodge Dakota Sport EXT
    Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13280 is a confirmed fit for your 2004 Dodge Dakota Sport with the extended cab. This hitch is a custom fit that installs using pre drilled holes on the frame rail. It has a class III rating with a 2" receiver tube opening. I have attached a sample install video for you as well.
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  • Towing Capacity of a 2003 Dodge Dakota with 4.7L V8 Engine
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  • Curt Or etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 2001 Dodge Dakota?
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  • Towing Capacity of 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport
    I looked up your 2000 Dodge Dakota Sport and it looks to have a towing capacity of between 6,100 to 6,700 lbs so as long as your trailer would weigh less than that when loaded you'd be totally fine. If you are in need of a trailer hitch I'd recommend the USA made Curt hitch part # C13280 as it has great towing capacities and the shortest listed install time. Plus it's the best looking since only the hitch opening hangs down below the rear bumper. I attached an install video for this hitch...
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