Comparing Trailer Hitch Receivers from Curt and Draw-Tite for 2011 Subaru Forester

Updated 12/14/2018 | Published 12/13/2018

Products Featured in This Question

Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(246)

$206.12

Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

(434)

$194.95

Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1

(666)

$16.05

Question:

Needing to purchase a hitch for my 2011 Subaru Forester to attach a bike rack. Im having trouble understanding why the straps are required for the Curt and not the Draw-Tite. Is the Draw-Tite able to carry the load more securely? I realize that the Curt warranty requires the use of straps but is there any difference in the load stability between the two hitches? Thank you.

asked by: Mike

Expert Reply:

For your 2011 Subaru Forester, the Draw-Tite # 75650 hitch is rated for the same towing capacity and more tongue weight than the Curt # 13147. The Curt hitch is just as strong a hitch and because it is made in the USA is arguably made of better steel but it does based on their warranty require the stability strap # 18050 for a bike rack. There isn't any noticeable stability difference between the two hitches.

expert reply by: Jason S