Capacity of Hitches Made for 2003 Subaru Baja

Updated 12/05/2016 | Published 12/03/2016

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

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Curt 2 Bike Platform Rack - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Frame Mount - Tilting

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19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs

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Question:

Why isnt there a 2inch receiver for a 2003 Subaru Baja?

asked by: Robert W

Expert Reply:

Trailer hitch manufacturers design hitches for vehicles to more or less match the vehicle's own capacities. There would be no value to put a hitch with a higher capacity on a vehicle that cannot offer the same weight/towing capacity. In the case of your 2003 Subaru Baja the vehicle's own weight capacities are such that only light-duty Class I hitches are made for it.

A Class I hitch can handle a compatible Class I hitch rack of up to 2-bike capacity (but no more than 2) like the Curt # C18085, or a Class I cargo carrier like # C18110. If your Baja owner's manual says the vehicle can tow then you can use a Class I ball mount (see linked page and article) to tow your trailer.

expert reply by: Adam R