Towing Capacity of EcoHitch for 2018 Toyota Highlander

Updated 04/16/2018 | Published 04/14/2018

Question:

How much can this hitch tow? What is the weight rating and can it handle a small bass boat?

asked by: Allen

Expert Reply:

The EcoHitch part # 306-X7250 that you referenced has towing capacities of 5,000 lb and 750 lbs tongue weight. If the weight of your small bass boat and trailer is less than that this would be a great hitch solution for your 2018 Toyota Highlander. You'll need to check the owners manual of your vehicle as well and be sure not to exceed that figure.

For trailer wiring you'd then want the part # 118449 which is a confirmed fit. I attached a install video for this as well.

If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag.

If the ball mount kit does not include a ball mount with the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, check out the link I have included that explains how to measure to choose a ball mount to tow the trailer level.

expert reply by: Jameson C