Adapter To Use Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack in 2-1/2 Inch Hitch Receiver

Updated 05/04/2021 | Published 05/03/2021

Products Featured in This Question

etrailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches - Flush - 3-5/8" Span - Chrome

(3604)

$26.63

Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch - 7" Long

(315)

$142.71

Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount

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$899.95

Question:

Is it possible to mount a Thule T2 Pro rack on my 2019 Ford F250 with a Class V/2.5inch hitch? I have the standard Curt sleeve 2.5-2inch reducer now, but I dont think it would work. However I was looking at using a right angle adapter from 1Up racks to be able to use the cam/wedge securement feature. Is it even possible?

asked by: Nathan

Expert Reply:

So the answer is yes, with your 2-1/2 inch receiver you will still be able to use the Thule T2 Pro XTR Bike Rack # TH83JV. You are correct, however, that the your standard hitch reducer sleeve isn't going to work, so what you will need instead is a different reducer from Brophy:

- Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch # HR26

Because it extends out, what this Brophy adapter does is essentially give you a 2" hitch on your F-250 so you can mount the T2 Pro # TH83JV.

There are a couple of things to note though, one of which is that the reducer will reduce the capacity of your hitch by one-third (though with a 2-1/2 inch hitch, that really should not be an issue), and that the reducer needs its own lock, the etrailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" and 2-1/2" Hitches # e98881.

The adapter you mentioned from 1Up is for their racks and would be the same as a sleeve reducer, essentially, so it wouldn't be a solution here. I have added some links below to video reviews for you to check out as well if you'd like to take a look.