Why Does Trailer Hitch for 2013 Ford Fusion Have Higher Towing Capacity than Vehicle
Published 09/14/2017
Question:
I have a 2013 Ford Fusion SE with 2.0L engine. You offer a class II hitch with capacity of 3500lb. But the car is only rated for 2000lb. And if you have a 1.6L or 2.5L, it is only rated for 1000lb. So I am confused how you offer a 3500lb hitch?
asked by: Bill H
Expert Reply:
Our trailer hitches are designed with the towing capacity of the vehicle they are intended for in mind, but they are then rated separately which is why you'll see a lot of time our hitches having higher towing capacities than the vehicles they fit.
So we have the Curt hitch part # C12091 which is a great option that has a 3,500 lb towing capacity by itself, but when installed on your 2013 Ford Fusion it would have only the lower vehicle rating as the overall capacity.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class II
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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