Difference Between Class IV and Class V Trailer Hitch

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What is the difference between a class IV hitch and a class V hitch? Thanks

asked by: James H

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The big differences between a Class IV and a Class V hitch are the capacities and the opening size. Class IV is going to be a 2 inch hitch opening that has tongue weights typically up to 1,200 lbs and total trailer weight of 12,000 lbs. For a Class V hitch the capacities bump up to 20,000 lbs for the total trailer weight and 2,000 lbs tongue weight. Typically this hitch will have a 2-1/2 inch hitch opening but there are some 2 inch sizes available.

For more info on the differences between hitch sizes check out the help article I attached.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Gary S.

3/3/2020

Hello, when mounting a tow hitch to the frame of p/u truck are the mounting hole configurations the same on class III, IV and V trailer hitches, ie interchangeable or are they OEM driven to fit specific makes and models? Please advise, thank you!

Chris R.

3/4/2020

This can depend on the specific style of the hitch you're looking at along with your particular truck model, but in general a hitch's rating/capacity isn't dictated by its mounting locations on the vehicle but by the construction of the hitch itself. A Class IV hitch will likely use the same mounting holes on the frame rails as a Class V hitch, etc. If that doesn't answer your question just let me know!

Michael

11/18/2024

So if your hitch weight is 1200 pound the class Iv hitch can handle 1200 should you have a safety margin and maybe bump up to a class v hitch?

Jameson C.

11/18/2024

@Michael I think that would be a decent approach. If you are absolutely sure you'd never get above 1,200 lbs though a Class IV is going to be fine.

Answer 1

Hey Mary, thanks for reaching out. We do have a hitch for your 2005 Chevy 2500 HD that is up to the task. Here is what I recommend: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V Commercial Duty - 2-1/2" #C15703 This is the strongest hitch…

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Answer 2

Unfortunately you can not Doug. The factory hitch on your 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat is part of the rear step-bumper assembly. It's bolted to your frame and then the step-bumper bolts to the trailer hitch. Removing the factory hitch removes the…

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Answer 3

I have a very high capacity hitch I can recommend for your 2005 Ford Excursion, but the Curt part #C15410 is not it. Instead you would want the Torklift part #TLF1006 which is a confirmed fit and has a 1,700 lb tongue weight capacity and a 17,000 lb…

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Answer 4

Both of the 2" receivers on the TorkLift SuperHitch Original Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class V - Dual 2" Receivers #TLF1006 have the same tongue weight rating of 1700lbs and trailer weight rating of 17000lbs, Or 2000lb tongue…

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Answer 5

Curt has a hitch that does fit your 2018 Ford F-150 with a factory hitch with the part #C26HR which fits below the factory hitch, but the part #C14017 does not fit versions of your truck that do have the factory hitch.

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Answer 6

Yes, only the receiver tube opening of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C26HR will be visible while installed on your 2017 Ford F-150. I have attached a photo of what the finished product will look like on a similar F-150 for you in addition to…

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Answer 7

Hey Cristian! The TorkLift SuperHitch Hero Trailer Hitch Receiver item #TL74CR, you were looking at, is F1009H. This hitch fits a 2023 Ford F-150. What are you looking to haul with this hitch?

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Answer 8

I attached a couple pictures that show how well concealed the Curt hitch part #C26HR is when installed on a F-150 like your 2020 model. Basically only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper which allows it to be as hidden as possible! I also…

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Answer 9

Hey Jason! We have a one option to add a class IV hitch to your 2023 Ford F-150. It is the Curt item #C26HR. This mounts below your factory hitch and will give you a 10,000 lbs towing capacity. The main draw back of this hitch is you won't be…

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Answer 10

No, I am sorry it will not Todd. The Buyers Products Hitch Plate w/ 2-1/2" Receiver item #BP79VR is for 2019 and newer International trucks. The best option we have for your 2012 International Transtar 8600 is going to be a weld-on hitch plate.…

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Answer 11

I went out to the warehouse to measure Draw-Tite trailer hitch #41904. From the center of one mounting hole to the center of the one on the opposite side is 35 inches. This means that it will fit the pickup models that have the 37-1/4 inch wide frame…

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Answer 12

Hey Ben. The Weigh Safe Universal 2" to 2-5/16" Stainless Steel Clamshell Hitch Adapter item #WS82KR does not reduce a hitch's towing capacity or the capacity of the vehicle. It won't improve it either so you'll want to stay…

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