Recommended Class IV Hitch for a 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat w/a Factory Hitch
Updated 05/18/2026 | Published 05/08/2026
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Question:
I have a 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat with a factory hitch. Can I remove the factory hitch and install this one?
asked by: Doug B
Expert Reply:
Unfortunately you can not Doug. The factory hitch on your 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat is part of the rear step-bumper assembly. It's bolted to your frame and then the step-bumper bolts to the trailer hitch. Removing the factory hitch removes the mounting point for your bumper.
I have two options for installing a higher capacity hitch on your 2020 Ford F-150 Lariat with a factory hitch. I have listed them below:
The Curt Trailer Hitch item # C26HR is going to install below your factory hitch. This is a class IV hitch with a 2" receiver. It has a 10,000 lbs towing capacity and a 1,000 lbs maximum tongue weight.
The TorkLift SuperHitch Hero Trailer Hitch item # TL74CR is going to require the removal of your factory hitch. It's designed to replace the bumper assembly. This is a class V hitch with dual 2" receivers. It has a 10,000 lbs towing capacity that can be increased to 15,000 lbs if you use a weight distribution hitch. Aesthetic and functionality wise, I recommend going with this hitch.
What kind of trailer are you wanting to pull and does your F-150 have the Max Trailer Tow Package or the 5.0L V8 engine?
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class IV - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- For Towing
- Class IV
- 1000 lbs TW
- 10000 lbs GTW
- 12000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 1200 lbs WD TW
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Doug
5/17/2026
Yes my F-150 Lariat has the max tow package. It is equipped with the 3.5 Ecoboost and 10 speed automatic transmission. I have towed my 8,500 lb GVW travel trailer about 35,000 miles now without an issue. My only concern is when I am boondocking I fill the fresh water tank all the way and that gives me a tongue weight of 1,250 lbs. The factory hitch is a max tongue weight of 1,050 with weight distributing hitch. I use the Equalizer 12K hitch. On the CAT scale all axle weights are within spec, the tongue weight is the only one that is not at times.