Can a 1-1/4 - 2 Adapter be Used to Safely Haul a Cargo Carrier with a 2015 Toyota Corolla
Updated 08/14/2020 | Published 10/26/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Is it safe to use a 1 1/4 inch to 2 inch adapter to use one of these cargo carriers? I cant get a 2 inch hitch for my 2015 Corolla.
asked by: Rick
Expert Reply:
The concept of a hitch adapter like the Brophy # HTAD is a good idea in theory but the problem with using one of those with a 1-1/4" hitch, like part # C11265 or # 24913 for your 2015 Toyota Corolla, is that it will reduce the weight capacity of your trailer hitch by 50%.
Since those trailer hitches have a tongue weight rating of 200 lbs this means that the tongue weight will be reduced to 100 lbs. If you were to use all of this for the 24x59 Curt Cargo Carrier # C18151 you would only be able to carry 30 lbs of cargo as this carrier weighs in at 70 lbs.
For your application I recommend using the 20x47 Reese Cargo Carrier # 63155 which weighs in at about 40 lbs and has a weight capacity of 300 lbs. This means that you can get the most out of your trailer hitch and Corolla without exceeding the weight capacity of this carrier. To haul this carrier I recommend the Curt # C11265 hitch as it doesn't have the weld stop in the receiver like the Draw-Tite does. The stabilizer strap # 18050 is required for all non-trailer loads.
You will also need a pin and clip # PC2 or a hitch lock # e98880 to secure this carrier to your trailer hitch.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Hitch Adapter 1-1/4" to 2" Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Expander
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- 7-1/4 Inch Extension
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- 1-1/4 Inch to 2 Inch
- Brophy
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Search Results: rv hitch cargo carrier
- Shop: 20x60 Curt Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Folding - 500 lbs
- Shop: Adjustable-Height, Folding Platform Step - Steel - 24" Long x 16" Wide - 300 lbs
- Shop: Safety Step Adjustable Height, Folding Platform Step - Aluminum - 24" x 16" - 1,000 lbs
- Shop: 24x60 etrailer Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitches - Steel - Tilting - Folding - 500 lbs
- Shop: RV Covers
- Search Results: rv cargo carrier
- Search Results: rv cover
- Shop: Adco SFS AquaShed RV Cover for Travel Trailers up to 31' Long - Gray
- Shop: etrailer RV Cover for Travel Trailers up to 30' Long - Gray
- Video: DIY 2019 Toyota Corolla Installation for the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: Are There Class 2 or 3 Hitches Available for a 2021 Toyota Corolla Hatchback
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Fifth Wheel Towing Made Simple with Daniel
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a 4-Way and 7-Way Trailer Connector
- Video: How to Choose a Trailer Brake Controller
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: Best Suspension Upgrade for 33" Tandem Axles: Road Armor vs Dexter EZ Flex for Ember 22ETS
on Hitch Adapters
Amy K.
8/5/2020
I am so confused lol I have a 2015 Corolla and want to carry a 4 wheel scooter. Can you recommend a hitch and mobile scooter loading/ramp carrier? Scooter is approx 150 lbs Thank you