Recommended Trailer Hitch for a 1982 Chevy C10
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 07/31/2024
Question:
I need a class 3 hitch for my 1982 Chevy C10. It is lowered so I need the smallest hitch with least amount of exposure under the truck. I have a small bumper. Ive been looking at your stock but cant decide which will work best.
asked by: David W
Expert Reply:
David, all of the hitches for your truck are going to have around the same amount of exposure. So with that said, I'd recommend going with the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C14082.
This is a class IV hitch, with a max weight capacity of 10,000 lbs, a max tongue weight of 1,000 lbs, and is only 8" from the end of receiver to the cross tube.
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class IV
- 1000 lbs TW
- 10000 lbs GTW
- 12000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs WD TW
- Concealed Cross Tube
- CURT
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Jesse M.
1/19/2026
Hey David, how did the Curt hitch end up working on your lowered C10? Did the clearance and look under the truck turn out the way you wanted? Your feedback could really help others with similar setups.