Does The Benton Basic Hitch Modular Cargo Carrier Hang Lower Than The Trailer Hitch Receiver?
Updated 12/11/2025 | Published 12/10/2025
Question:
I live up a pretty bumpy dirt road and drive a 2019 Outback. Does this thing hang low? I don’t want to scrape everywhere lol. thx!
asked by: Carson
Expert Reply:
Carson, totally fair concern, but you’re actually in better shape with this rack than most platform-style carriers. The Benton Modular Cargo Carrier # B42FR sits high on the hitch arm, and nothing hangs below your receiver. The shank will stick out about 18-1/2" from your trailer hitch receiver's pin hole, so you can measure back about 18-1/2" from that hole and that's where the shank will be. Regardless if the rack is tilted up or is flat, this shank will be the lowest point which is parallel to your trailer hitch receiver's opening.
I really like the versatility of this rack since it has two pairs of crossbars that work with a ton of different accessories. If you let me know what you plan to add on the rack, I can give you some recommendations. We've even seen a small dresser/cabinet being hauled on these racks.
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Benton Basic Hitch Cargo Carrier for 2" Hitch - Modular Rack - 300 lb Capacity
- Modular Hitch Rack
- Benton Basic Hitch
- Base Only
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Benton
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Ben
12/11/2025
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