What is the rated tow capacity of this bumper? I've read conflicting reviews where some report class III, 5000lb, or not rated at all??
811801
I am not sure of the rating but I know I had pulled a stuck Grand Cherokee WJ out of the mud pretty hard. The whole bumper is mounted to brackets that are then bolted through the uni-body frame ends. I would say that you should be okay to tow 5,000 lbs with the correct setup.
811802
Well, the bumper has a built in class III 2" hitch. However, smittybit told me with the first one I bought, it doesn't have a tow rating. It's built for the purpose of recovery. The tow rating is dependent on the rating of your vehicle, not the bumper.Hope this helps.
811803
I would check the smittybuilt website for the correct info I think class 3 is correct ;however I tow a 6x12 trailer total weight about 3100lbs and it's cool
1587005
"Hitch Weigh Limit: Most Class III hitches are rated for 500 lbs. Most Class IV hitches are rated for 1000 lbs. " The carrier weighs at least 80 pounds, so maximum load would be 420, IF you have a class III hitch. Also, there is nothing to prevent the carrier from flexing down on either end when loading or driving, and it does.
766379
Well, you are not alone. I completely missed that wt limit also, if it was there. None of my friends can use it. One friend who is 145lb could not really make it work. We ended up doing some redneck engineering with some boat bumpers and can sit on it, but not stand. I am going to save for my neices and nephews, but all of my crew is too heavy.
679664
ive seen on a few different websites that they are rated for 165 lbs. http://www.etrailer.com/multi-product.aspx?pc1=59817&vehicleid=2013307582&hhmake=Lexus&hhmodel=RX%20350&hunter=roof&roofkit=BIKE,SKI,WATER,CARGO,BAG,BOX,BASK&manuf=ROLA
433991
I ordered the plate with install from Jeep so I cannot help u. Suggest that you ask a rep from Blue ox. Can tell u that I have towed 10,000 miles without a hitch. No pun intended. Tim
502038
Only the rating regarding your tongue weight. If you are anywhere close to 800# tongue weight (I was 720) then the people I have consulting say to go to the next larger size. Since I was at 720, and I knew that loading the trailer and the back end of the tow vehicle (anything behind the axel of the tow vehicle is considered tongue weight) would probably bring it very close, if not over 800# tongue weight, I opted for the 1200 trunnion bars.
792236
I towed a little 3,200lbs. trailer and they keep my truck level. Tongue weight was about 350lbs. It's adjustable for your use.
2001742
Yes, it should be just fine. It's a very stout bumper with a class 3 hitch. As long as you follow the instructions, it's tied into the frame very well. I'd have no concerns towing with it.
1817699
The curb weight for the Buick shows to 3231 lbs. I towed a 3000 lb Jeep Wrangler 1100 miles with no problems- so I would say it is very adequate. You might need an adapter for the bumper as this only has 2 U brackets that bolt to it (4 big holes). Make sure you can flat tow the car on its wheels, as GM products can be funny about that- check with a mechanic.
1123499
Every set up will be different, no doubt about it. That said, we pulled a 4000 Lb. Trailer 3000 miles with a 3/4 ton suburban and after returning to Mich. I added a second friction hitch which did improve the handling. At the cost involved, two is better than one in my opinion. Hope this helps you!
1234435
I hung from the cross bars and they held me at 175lbs there was no actual weight limit posted anywhere, I have at least 200lbs all to together being supported and it's been up for 8 months not a single problem..... It's only big enough to use three 1000 watts
2184057
I also have a tow hitch, not sure who made it, came with the FJ. I have not installed the bumper guard because the tow hitch interferes with the way you need to mount it.
1045182
It depends on the weight of what you are planning to haul. But for class III I believe you should not haul more than 8000 pounds. Class IV is the same that comes in a Heavy Duty pickup from factory. So, if a regular pickup with a factory installed hitch can haul your RV, this Curt class III will do too.
1283201
How much does the safe weigh?? You should check with, Northern Industrial. I haven't used mine yet, but I did add a floor and sides and got a better license plate holder. If you didn't get the trailer yet, please check with the Northern. I found out they no longer make this one. But mine is exactly like the Northern Industrial one. Except from a different company. Harbor freight tools or you can get information from the person selling the trailer at Amazon. When I checked the about the weight, it said about 870 Lbs.
1047970
I'm sorry I can't answer your question. I bought this for my son as he tows a camper which is a bumper pull and he was having such bouncing in the truck but this one was not the right one for his truck so we had to return it and he's not sure about getting another one. His friend gave him some bumpers that go by the shocks which help the bouncing. Good luck.
1094093
There is no weigh rating on this hitch as you would find on an automotive type hitch. I have these on a Honda Rincon, Suzuki Eiger, and a Honda TRX300EX. I have never had an issue with towing a fully loaded garden trailer, or another ATV. I would expect that the hitch would handle anything up to the towing capacity of your ATV/UTV (800-1500 pounds). This is for what it is designed.
408896
All models are 10,000 pound GTWR and a 1500 pound tongue weight limit. Quite substantial! A great hitch, very nice looking and super functional. I get quite a few envious comments on it, worth the money.