How to Know if Patriot Hitches Adjustable Drop Hitch Adapter will Clear Bumper
Updated 12/22/2025 | Published 10/03/2024
Question:
I need to raise my trike rack but am concerned this rack will hit the bumper on my 2020 Mercedes GLE 350.
asked by: Richard
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Expert Reply:
Hey Richard, as long as you have less than 6 inches from the center of your hitch pin hole out to the furthest point out on your bumper the additional hitch opening of the Patriot Hitches Adjustable Drop Hitch Receiver Adapter # PH54FR will fit and clear.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Patriot Hitches Adjustable Drop Hitch Receiver Adapter - 2" Hitches - 11" Rise/Drop - 7K
- Drop Hitch
- Adjustable Height
- No Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- 11 Inch Drop
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7000 lbs GTW
- Anti-Rattle Shank
- Patriot Hitches
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Jameson C.
12/22/2025
Hey Richard, how did things go with the Patriot Hitches adjustable drop hitch on your GLE 350? Did the clearance end up being enough to keep the trike rack from hitting the bumper? Your update could make it easier for the next person setting up a similar rack.