Ground Clearance with Curt Trailer Hitch C12177 Installed on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan
Published 05/03/2018
Question:
I have one concern about the clearance of this hitch before I make the purchase. How far is from the ground and the risk of hitting the ground when going thru a bump ? Thanks
asked by: Fernando J
Expert Reply:
When we installed Curt trailer hitch # C12177 on a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan, see video link, it measured 11-1/2 inches from the ground to the top of the receiver opening. That means that from the ground to the bottom of the receiver is approximately 9 inches. There is actually a vehicle component forward of the hitch that hangs lower. For the hitch to make contact with the ground the front axle would have to be up on a very steep incline.
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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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