The Difference Between the Curt Hitch # C64NR and etrailer # e98855 for 2018 Honda Odyssey

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I know on the previous Odysseys the 3rd party hitches generally had a shorter ground clearance than the OEM hitch with the ones with the crossbar being the shortest. Is the ground clearance any different between the different hitches for the 2018 Honda Odyssey? Or is it purely the cosmetic difference of one having a hidden crossbar?

asked by: Dennis K

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The biggest difference between the Curt Trailer Hitches, #C64NR and the etrailer # e98855, is the # C64NR hitch sits up closer to the bumper which will give you a little more clearance between the bottom of the hitch and the ground.

The Curt # C64NR is less visible with only the receiver opening sticking out from under the rear of the van.

The etrailer Hitch, # e98855, actually sits lower and the cross tube can be seen under the bumper of the Odyssey. This hitch will give you less ground clearance than the Curt, but only by about an inch.

The other difference is that the # e98855 is much easier to install than the the # C64NR.

expert reply by: Jared P

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Answer 1

The Class III hitch with the best ground clearance for a 5th generation Honda Odyssey like your 2021 model would be the Curt #C64NR which would provide about 12 inches of ground clearance under the receiver tube. This hitch would also be the least…

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Answer 2

To add locks to the Hollywood Racks #HR4000 that you referenced what you need is the part #HRLHPTC and you'd be set. This is a cable lock setup that you'd route through the bikes and rack to secure everything. As long as you have a hitch…

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Answer 3

There are two trailer hitches with a hidden crosstube that fit your 2020 Honda Odyssey, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7372 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C64NR. Between these two, I highly recommend the Curt hitch because it is…

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Answer 4

I would be happy to! To add a hitch to your 2024 Honda Odyssey, I recommend the Curt item #C64NR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your van with included hardware. It is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver that has a 3,500 lbs towing…

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Answer 5

The distance from the ground to the top of the hitch receiver tube for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C64NR is 13-1/2" and 13" for part #e98855. Therefore, part #C64NR will have about an 1/2" more ground clearance in comparison…

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Answer 6

Hey Kp; they pretty much are identical as you observed. Aside from the price, the only real difference here is that Curt tends to add a thicker powder coat finish to their hitches. It is for that reason that I would choose the #C64NR over the #76170…

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Answer 7

The main differences between the two 2 inch hitches that fit your 2019 Honda Odyssey is that the #e98855 is a bit easier to install whereas the #C64NR is much less visible since only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper which also greatly…

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Answer 8

In terms of the installation procedure, the appearance of the hitch and the weight capacity, the EcoHitch #306-X7372 and the Curt #C64NR Class III hitches are for all intents almost identical. Both the EcoHitch and the Curt are manufactured in the…

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Answer 9

The Malone Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver, part #MPG544 will work as a rise for your hitch. However, you'll reduce the tongue weight capacity of the hitch by 50%, dropping your total capacity from 525 pounds with the Curt Class III, part #C64NR down…

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Answer 10

The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C12175 in and of itself is a solid choice for your 2023 Honda Odyssey, but it does have a smaller receiver and the crosstube hangs under the bumper of your van and reduces ground clearance so I actually recommend…

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Answer 11

Hey Joe, thanks for reaching out. I went out to our warehouse and measured the Curt #C64NR and Draw-Tite #76170 hitches for the 2025 Honda Odyssey. The measurement you are looking for it exactly the same for both hitches. They measure exactly 5"…

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Answer 12

Hey Nick, thanks for reaching out! I highly recommend going with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C64NR for your 2020 Honda Odyssey because it has the hidden crosstube and a 2" receiver. The hidden crosstube gives you better ground clearance…

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