Recommended Trailer Hitch Reciver for 2016 Ford F-150
Published 01/13/2017 >
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I need some advice regarding which trailer hitch you would recommend to purchase for a 2016 Ford F-150.
asked by: Sandy M
Expert Reply:
I suggest using the Curt # C86HR for a trailer hitch receiver on your 2016 Ford F-150. This is a 2 inch, Class III hitch with a gross towing weight of 6,000 pounds and maximum tongue weight of 600 pounds. It includes all the necessary hardware to bolt it to your truck. I've linked an installation video for you.
If you prefer a hitch that has a higher weight rating, the Curt # C26HR is a Class IV, 2 inch hitch rated at 10,000 towing and 1,000 pounds tongue weight. This hitch is also a bolt on and includes all of the hardware.
The B&W Tow & Stow # BWTS10048B is a great ball mount that includes 3 different sized hitch balls and will provide either a 5 inch drop or 5-1/2 inch rise. The Tow & Stow will also flip under the hitch and out of the way when not in use. Use # BX8858 for a hitch lock to keep the ball mount secured to your truck.
For a wiring harness that will provide a 4-way trailer connector at the rear of your truck you can use # 18252. Then if you need to add a 7-way use # ETBC7 that also includes all the necessary wiring to equip your truck to use a brake controller. If your truck has the factory tow package, instead of the 4-way connector you can use # 74682 for a 4-way and 7-way.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class III
- 900 lbs TW
- 6000 lbs GTW
- 10000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1000 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media






Continue Researching
- Search Results: wheel chocks
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
- Search Results: towing mirrors
- Q&A: Height Difference of the 3" and 5" B&W Tow and Stow 3-Ball Adjustable Ball Mounts
- Shop: B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 5" Drop, 5-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black
- Shop: Towing Mirrors
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Breaking Down the Andersen Camper Wheel Chock and Leveler
- Q&A: Ball Mount Recommendation for 2006 Ford F-150 to Cover Basically All Trailers
- Q&A: B&W Tow & Stow Ball Mount and Locking Pin for a 2017 Ford F-150 w/ Tow Package
- Q&A: B and W Tow n Stow Ball Mount Recommendation for 2015 Ford F-150
- Shop: B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2" Hitch - 3" Drop, 3-1/2" Rise - 10K - Black
- Shop: Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches
- Shop: K-Source Snap & Zap Custom Towing Mirrors - Snap On - Driver and Passenger Side
- Shop: Buyers Products 8" Wheel Chocks with 3' Rope - Rubber - Qty 2
- Shop: B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 3" Hitch - 4-1/2" Drop, 4" Rise - 21K - Black
- Shop: B&W Tow & Stow 3-Ball Mount - 2-1/2" Hitch - 4-1/2" Drop/Rise - 18K - Black
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Video: The Low-Down on the Curt Powered Tail Light Converter with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Video: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness Review C56040
- Q&A: Installation Time for Blue Ox BX1128 Flat Tow Base Plate Kit for 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee

