Tongue Weight of Draw-Tite 24815 for 2008 Scion xB

Updated 07/22/2009 | Published 07/20/2009

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Draw-Tite Sportframe Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class I - 1-1/4"

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Light Kit for Draw-Tite, Tow Ready, and Rola Railed Cargo Carriers

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20x47 Reese Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs

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LED Light Kit for Draw-Tite, Tow Ready, Pro Series, and Rola Railed Cargo Carriers

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4"

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Question:

What is the tounge weight of this hitch. i want to use a cargo carrier with it and need to know if it will hold the 300 lbs the cargo carrier says it will. thanks!

asked by: Ryan K

Expert Reply:

Tongue weight is roughly 10% of hitch capacity. The capacity of this Draw-Tite Class I is 2,000 lbs, making the tongue weight 200 lbs. We have a hitch with a higher capacity for your vehicle. The Curt Class II receiver hitch (part 12490) has 3,500-lb capacity, giving it a 350-lb tongue weight.

Since the Scion sits very low to the ground, I would highly recommend a cargo carrier with a rise. You might try the 20x48 Cargo Carrier by Tow Ready, part # 63155, which has a 3 inch rise. This one also has cut-outs that make it easy to install a light kit. We have two that pop right in: light kit 20174 and an LED version, part 98174LED.

expert reply by: DeAnne T