Comparison of Draw-Tite and EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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I have a 2011 Subaru Outback and am comparing two products you offer. The Draw-Tite Max Frame 75673 and the EcoHitch Hidden 306-X7162 I like the fact that the EcoHitch hides the cross bar. I think it looks a little better. But its also quite a bit more money, and it doesnt really have many reviews. The Draw-Tite has tons of reviews and everybody raves about it. The lower towing capacity isnt an issue because my vehicle maxes at 2700 anyway. Do you have any recommendation?

asked by: Noah S

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You're basically hit the nail on the head with the main differences between the Draw-Tite, part # 75673, and the EcoHitch, part # 306-X7162. The Draw-Tite is less expensive and is a great hitch, but the EcoHitch has a cleaner more OEM look to it. And you're also correct that there's no reason to worry about the weight capacity since you're limited to what your 2011 Subaru Outback can handle anyway.

Personally, I like the look of the EcoHitch and that's what I would go with. And don't let the lack of reviews draw you away. We haven't been carrying EcoHitch on our site near as long as Draw-Tite so it isn't really apples to apples.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

The EcoHitch Trailer Hitch #306-X7601 and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch #76227 are very good choices for your 2019 Subaru Outback and would be my top options as well. The one thing EcoHitch normally has going for it is that is usually the only option for a…

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Answer 2

I'd be more than happy to compare the Draw-Tite #76227, Curt #C13410, and EcoHitch #306-X7601 trailer hitches (with the concealed cross tube) for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon! All 3 options have the same basic design and the weight ratings…

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The Draw-Tite Hitch #76227 for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon is manufactured in Mexico. If you were looking for an American made hitch, the Curt #C13410 will attach the exact same way. This will have the same 4,000 pound towing capacity and 600…

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Answer 4

For your 2011 Subaru Outback Wagon the best hitch for ground clearance is the Curt #C13410 which fits very tightly to the rear bumper of the vehicle but also doesn't have a crosstube that hangs below the bumper either which helps with ground…

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It looks like Subaru only offers a class I, 1-1/4" trailer hitch for a 2011 Subaru Outback. Therefore, if you need a class III, 2" trailer hitch for your 2011 Subaru Outback you will have to use an aftermarket trailer hitch. The issue with…

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Answer 6

That is an excellent question, and I believe you were referring to the trailer hitches for your 2017 Subaru Outback that have concealed cross tubes, the Curt #C13410 and the Draw-Tite #76227. The Curt and Draw-Tite are both cost-effective and they…

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Answer 7

There is very little difference in bumper clearances between the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 and Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13410 that fit your 2015 Subaru Outback. You aren't going to hit a knee on either, as the face of the hitch…

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Answer 8

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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The trailer hitch for your Outback that has the highest receiver is the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" #76227. This will have a measurement of 15-1/4 inches from the ground to the inside top of the…

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Answer 10

I went out to the warehouse to take the measurements you asked for and found that the hitch measured approximately 2-1/2 inches from the center of the hitch pin hole to the end of the receiver. In terms of the receiver depth of the Draw-Tite #76227…

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Answer 11

Hey Parrish, There was a design change in the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 so it unfortunately only comes with one hitch pin hole now and there unfortunately are no other compatible hitches available with a second hole for a…

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Answer 12

The Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227 is an excellent option for use with the Thule Camber #TH9058 on your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon! When we installed this hitch on a '19 Outback Wagon we found that from the center of the hitch…

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Comparison of Draw-Tite and EcoHitch Trailer Hitch Receivers on a 2011 Subaru Outback

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