How To Determine Your Trailer Hitch Class And Capacity
Updated 05/06/2024 | Published 05/05/2024
Question:
How do I find out which Class I am? I have a 2011 KIA Sorento, 6 cyl Also the operational towing weight, ?2500lbs? I really like your products and support. Thanks, IronJames
asked by: James S
Expert Reply:
Hi James,
Your trailer hitch should have a sticker on it listing the capacities of the hitch but you can get a pretty good guess at what the capacities are based on the size of the trailer hitch receiver tube opening. I've attached a chart below that lists the opening sizes and their weight capacities. You'll also need to check your owner's manual to determine the vehicle's towing capacity. The vehicle could have a lower capacity than the hitch does.
I've attached a couple of help article links below that talk about trailer hitch class and can offer some additional information.
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