What Is The Difference Between The Thule Helium TH44VR And Thule Helium XT TH53GC
Updated 06/12/2024 | Published 06/05/2024
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What is the difference between the two Thule Helium racks, the TH53GC for $699 and the one on this page, the TH44VR which is more expensive at $799. Thule Helium Platform XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4inch and 2inch Hitches - Wheel Mount
asked by: Tom R
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Hello Tom. The Thule Helium Platform XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes # TH53GC is just the newer version of the # TH44VR and comes with slightly more capacity at 45lbs versus the 37.5lb capacity of the # TH44VR and 2 extra inches for the maximum wheelbase capacity (52"). The # TH44VR will eventually be phased out once stock is gone.
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Thule Helium Platform XT Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Wheel Mount
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- Wheel Mount
- Bike and Hitch Lock
- 2 Bikes
- Class 1
- Class 2
- Class 3
- Fits 1-1/4 Inch Hitch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 1-1/4 and 2 Inch Hitch
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