Will Higher Rated Hitch Allow for Higher Carrying Capacity on 2022 Honda CR-V
Updated 01/05/2026 | Published 09/26/2024
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I am contemplating buying a 2022 Honda CRV. It only has a tongue weight of 150 pounds. If I get a 2 inch hitch with a higher weight rating how much weight am I able to put safely on a cargo carrier that would slide into that receiver? I would like to be able to put up to between 200 and 350 pounds ona carrier that weighs about 60 pounds for short distances . Please advise Thank you Jim
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Expert Reply:
Hello Jim; you're always limited by the lowest rated component. If the max tongue weight of the 2022 Honda CR-V is 150 lbs you can't carry more despite the 525 lb capacity of a hitch like # e98848. With a 60 lb carrier you're going to be limited to 90 lbs. If you end up getting the vehicle you will need to use a small trailer instead or use a roof box like the # TH615 to carry the additional cargo beyond the tongue weight capacity of vehicle.
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Robin H.
1/5/2026
Hey Jim, did you end up going with the CR-V and trying out the roof box or a small trailer for your extra cargo? Your experience could point others in the right direction when dealing with tongue weight limits.