Trailer Hitch Option For Freightliner School Bus With 33 Inch Frame

Updated 02/03/2026 | Published 07/23/2024

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Curt Class V Universal Weld-on Receiver Hitch and Brackets with 10.865" Drop

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$302.00

Class V Universal Weld-on Receiver Hitch and Brackets with 3" Drop

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Question:

Good morning, I am looking for a hitch for a 2000 Freightliner FL65 school bus. width between frame rails is 33 inches. Trailer weight is 6500 so I am thinking a class IV hitch. I am not seeing any way to search based on dimensions on the website. Please let me know if you have a hitch that will work. Thanks

asked by: Ryne C

Expert Reply:

Hi Ryne,

We can get your Freightliner bus a hitch, but what you'll need is a universal weld-on option, with the right one depending on the amount of drop you need from the frame. Both are Class V Curt hitches that have a 15,000 lb capacity, so more than enough for your needs; here are the options:

- 3" Drop From Frame: Curt Class V Universal Weld-on Receiver Hitch # 15901

- 10.865" Drop From Frame: Curt Class V Universal Weld-on Receiver Hitch # 15902

Each is designed to weld onto frames from 18" to 44" wide so they will fit nicely on your 33" frame.

expert reply by: Kyle S

Chris R.

2/3/2026

Hey Ryne, how did things go with the Curt weld-on hitch for your Freightliner bus? Did one of the drop options end up matching your frame setup? Your update could make it easier for others working on similar buses.