Highest Tongue Weight Rating for 2 Dual Hitch Adapter
Published 09/27/2022
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Question:
Im looking to purchase a used 3L diesel vehicle with class IV tow hitch package. These generally tow about 7,000 - 8,000 lbs, which i understsand means they support a tongue weight of about 10 or 700-800 lbs... why is it that the class IV dual hitch adapters are only rated for 400 lbs tongue weight?
asked by: Jason F
Expert Reply:
The dual hitch adapters aren't really made for heavy duty towing which is why they don't carry very high tongue weight ratings. The Malone 2" Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver part # MPG544 for example only has a 400 lb tongue weight rating. The Curt Multipurpose Ball Mount with 2" Receiver for Bike Racks and Cargo Carriers part # D210 maintains a higher capacity at 750 lbs. If you have the extra funds, you can obtain much higher capacities with the Gen-Y Adjustable 2-Ball Mounts like part # 325-GH-214.
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Malone 2" Dual Purpose Hitch Receiver
- Hitch Adapters
- Hitch Extender
- Dual Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Cargo Carriers
- Hitch Mounted Accessories
- Trailers
- 10-1/2 Inch Extension
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 4000 lbs
- Malone
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