How heavy is this carrier and would it be suitable for a Volkswagon Westfalia?
1583154
I would say it weighs around 40 lbs- I don't know what a Volkswagon Westfalia is, but I would say it is suitable for anything with a towing capacity of 500+ lbs.
1583155
It's about 35 to 40 lbs. I have mine on a Dodge Journey, in my opinion it would be fine on your VW Westfalia van.
1583156
Only you would know if the width is suitable for the Westfalia, but the weight is quite manageable for me to handle by myself (I am a senior woman not especially active). Based on my bathroom scale, the basket weights between 32-33 lbs.--or equal to the max. weight for carry-on luggage.
1583157
The only way it's a little heavy is to put it on and off. Does not affect the performance of my Toyota Tacoma or Toyota FJ cruiser. It comesbin handy often.
1583158
Its not very heavy. The thing to keep in mind is that the carrier hangs off the back of any vehicle and that it might have the tendency to drag on pavement if your "angle of departure" is too great. This would occur when you are entering or leaving particular steep ramps or driveways. This can be corrected with a receiver adapter that mounts the carrier higher than the original receiver. Your Westfalia is a rear engine van with access to the engine also in the rear. No mater the way it is mounted it most probably will interfere with engine compartment access, loaded or unloaded.
214742
I'm sorry that I can't answer about a Caravan but it is very popular with VW Vanagon owners. You can get a good idea from simply going by the dimensions they give you and taking a tape measure out to your van.
1491326
The manufacturer's website will list all the cars this rack will fit: http://www.hollywoodracks.com/supp-vehicle-fit.htm Call the manufacturer to obtain an accurate rack weight. I personally don't think it's heavy.
194084
We have a 20# Westie and he fits just fine. We use it as an additional kennel, and have a FidoRido for the car, which is great as it's harnesses him in and raises him so he can see out the window. I definitely recommend this carrier/kennel.
2280511
Its not that heavy. With hitches, it is always better to have more than you need. For the price delta, this is the better purchase. You never know when you might want to pull a U-haul or load up one of those basket carry attachments to haul gear outside of the van for camping or something. But if it isn't what you want, buy the cheaper one.
1462950
I haven't weighed the carrier, but would guess at between 50-60 pounds. I'm able to carry it and attach to my motorhome unassisted (I'm 70 and in pretty good shape).
351342
I've had it loaded for a dayhike for my wife an I (lots of water, some food, rain gear, first aid, etc) with no concerns whatsoever. I think unless you're planning on hauling bricks, you'll be just fine. I would have felt comfortable with it carrying twice the weight I'd given it, but I think it would become uncomfortable for the carrier. The pack isn't designed for very long and very heavy.
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.
813935
I don't know the exact weight of the Pet Dear Easy Step IV, but I assure it's light enough for you to easily "transport it, and to be used at the the vet, etc...." providing your vehicle is large enough to accommodate it. I use mine outside to facilitate my feral cats access atop my truck covered P.U. truck parked on my driveway for five days every week. It's so light, that I use a heavy square section steel pipe sitting on the bottom to keep it from blowing away from the wind. Assembly is a snap.
121399
Nope. I have mine a Subaru Forrester and have considered putting it on my Jetta. Its really about the towing capacity of the vehicle. For instance I would put this on a Prius, though I probably wouldn't exceed the lower 350lb limit. Will the carrier effect your fuel economy? Probably, but probably less than a roof top carrier. Either way if you are concerned about fuel economy you first step should probably be to drive something other than an SUV. Hope this helps.
2173148
Yes. I carried my 1200 sportster on it with no issues until I sold my hauler last week. I added some support in the form of two heavy duty ratchet straps that I hooked into the ends of the square tubing and ran up over the tailgate and into strap hooks located in my bed. Didnt budge an inch and was rock solid.
408895
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.
2280510
I actually don't think it's that heavy. Quite frankly i just chose this because of the feedback and the price. I carry three bikes and it dies seems very stable. Was just a bit difficult for one person to install. So if you haven't installed it yet, i recommend just going to your local gas station and have them do it for $20. Sorry can't be of much help.
2081405
Yes, It Is a perfect carrier for low vehicles. I have it and it is really handy and doesn't scrape at all anywhere.
1196282
It's not to heavy but it is a little bit bulky. I guess it's about how much room you got in you're vehicle .
1089893
The specs for the 2-step say 28 lbs, but it definitely doesn't feel that heavy at all, maybe more like 10 lbs. It comes with a leather handle underneath that makes it really easy to lift out of my trunk.
1073733
It would probably work for carrying the load but,won't fold up.I use mine on a rav4