What is the Towing Capacity for the Swagman Swivel Hitch Extender?
Updated 12/31/2025 | Published 12/28/2025
Question:
Hello What is the towing capacity of Swagman Swivel Hitch Extender - 2 Hitches - Dual Side - Swing-Away Hitch Adapter?
asked by: Ron F
Expert Reply:
Hello Ron,
Great question!
The Swagman Swivel Hitch Extender – Dual Side Swing-Away Adapter # S86SR is designed for hitch-mounted accessories only and is not intended for towing a trailer.
It has a 300 lb maximum tongue weight capacity, which refers to the downward force from an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier, not a towing or trailer weight rating.
What are you trying to tow, and why would you need the swivel extender? I am just trying to better understand your set-up to see if there is something else I can recommend.
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Swagman Swivel Hitch Extender - 2" Hitches - Dual Side - Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
- Hitch Adapter
- Swing-Away Hitch Adapter
- Bike Racks
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 300 lbs
- Swagman
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Ron F.
12/29/2025
Good morning Kara, I have it set up on my truck camper with my BBQ and generator, so I can swing it out during camping. I just wanted to know if it could or if I have to take it off to tow my 16' flatbed with a Can-Am on it. Other than tgat ive been happy with the product, and Etrailer! Thanks for your quick response!