Can Curt Hitch for 2014 Ford F-250 Fit with 17 inch Spare Stored Underneath

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Will the spare tire sized 265/70R/17 still fit after installing this hitch on 2014 F-250? The tire is about 31.5 inch diameter.

asked by: Greg

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Hey Greg, yes your 17 inch spare will still fit with the Curt hitch part # C15410 installed. As long as the wheel is less than 20 inch in it will work fine with this hitch. The 20 inch wheel size that your truck could have came with is 275/65-20 which has an overall diameter of 34 inches.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Jameson C.

10/22/2025

Hey Greg, how did things turn out with the Curt hitch and your 17-inch spare tire on the F-250? Did everything clear the hitch like expected? Your update could make it easier for the next person with the same setup.

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