What is the Best Hitch for a 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 w/ Factory Step Bumper?
Question:
I have a 2023 sprinter 2500 passenger van with factory rear step with sensors looking for the best trailer hitch to fit Thank you
asked by: Andy
Expert Reply:
Thanks for the pictures! The best hitch for your 2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 is the etrailer item # e82TR. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Mercedes with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 5,000 lbs towing capacity and a 500 lbs maximum tongue weight that can be increased to 7,500 lbs and 750 lbs when used with a weight distribution system.
The reason the etrailer item # e82TR is the best hitch is because of its ease of installation and affordable price. This hitch installs using 8 bolts already attached to your Sprinter's frame. There's no cutting or trimming required.
If you are planning on towing you will also need a wiring harness item # TK82VR and a ball mount kit item # C45534. This harness is for the models without the factory towing package.
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Curt Towing Starter Kit for 2" Hitches - 2" Ball - 3/4" Rise, 2" Drop - 7.5K
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etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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- Class III
- 500 lbs TW
- 5000 lbs GTW
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- 750 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- CURT
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