Best Hitch Comparison for 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon

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which is the best hitch for my 2018 Subaru Outback wagon?

asked by: Phil

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For your 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon the Draw Tite hitch part # 76227 is superior over all of the other hitches available. It has a 2 inch opening which is the most popular hitch size (more accessories are made to fit it), and has higher capacities at 4,000 lb trailer weight and 600 lb tongue weight. But what I really like about this hitch is the the fact that only the hitch tube hangs down and is visible. A lot of hitches have a large crosstube that hangs down but with this one you'll only see the hitch opening. I highly recommend this hitch.

I attached an installed picture for the Draw Tite for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Curt hitch receiver item #C13410 and the Draw-Tite hitch receiver item #76227 are identical hitches in almost every way. They both have the same capacities and installation methods and are hard to identify once they're installed on a Subaru.…

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Answer 2

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 3

The lightest trailer hitch for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon is the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part #C13410 at around 27 lbs follow by the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part #76227 at about 30 lbs. I think these are both great options…

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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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Answer 5

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 6

The Draw Tite hitch part #76227 has the better ground clearance than the #75673 for your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon. It hugs tighter to the rear bumper but more importantly only the hitch opening hangs below the rear bumper which makes a bigger…

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Answer 7

The etrailer hitch part #e98847 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Subaru Outback Wagon and would work well if the Kuat Transfer bike rack you have now. The other option you might consider is the Draw Tite #76227 which has a…

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Answer 8

If a trailer hitch sticks out past the rear bumper of the vehicle it is installed on it you do run the risk of hitting your shin on it as you walk by. The good news is that the Draw Tite hitch part #76227 sits about flush with the rear bumper so that…

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Answer 9

The Curt Easy Mount Bracket for 4- or 5-Way Flat and 6- or 7-Way Trailer Connectors - 2" Hitch #C58000 is a great option for you and won't interfere with your J-Pin #63201. This mount fits the collar of the hitch snugly so it will not…

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Answer 10

For your 2016 Subaru Outback I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver #76227. This style of hitch is going to provide the cleanest look because the cross bar sits behind the bumper which also allows for a bit more ground clearance…

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Answer 11

The foam panel is in the bumper to help support the bumper panel as well as provide a cushion for the cover if there is a minor collision. Without the cushion the cover will tend to break or crack easier as it does not have the support needed. I have…

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Answer 12

When we had the Curt hitch #C13410 installed on a similar 2018 Subaru Outback Wagon as yours we found that from the top of the hitch opening down to the ground measured 15-1/2 inches. Since most trailer that your vehicle would tow would have a…

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