Can a 2006 Ford Mustang GT Tow a Small Trailer and MX Bike with Curt Hitch C11312

Published 10/09/2014

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Question:

Do you think my Mustang would pull a 5 x 8 small utility trailer with 15 inch tires and one MX bike OK?? My car is the blue one in the install video for this hitch.

asked by: Jay C

Expert Reply:

The Curt hitch # C11312 is a fit for a 2006 Mustang if it is a V6 model. If you have a V6, it is possible as long as the total weight and tongue weight of the loaded trailer you plan on towing is less than the weight capacities for the Curt hitch part # C11312 and the towing capacities listed in the owner's manual for your 2006 Ford Mustang GT you would be fine.

The weight capacities for the hitch you have installed on your vehicle is 2,000 lbs total trailer weight and 200 lbs tongue weight. If the towing capacities listed in your owners manual are less than these figures you would need to go with them as the overall capacity since you are only as strong as the weakest component in a towing setup.

You may also need a ball mount if you do not have one already, for that you would want the part # 3592. For a 2 inch ball you would want part # 19258 and for a 1-7/8 inch ball you would want part # 19256.

For trailer wiring you would want part # 18252. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.