Towing Capacity for a 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon

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OK I have the ecohitch EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class II - 1-1/4 installed on my outback 3.6 and I am looking at trailers. My question is ...the hitch is rated for 525 lbs and my car manual says maximum tongue weight of 200lbs and towing capacity 3000lbs? What value do I use when looking at campers for the dry hitch weight?

asked by: Stephania

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For starters, the EcoHitch Hidden Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 306-X7601 and your 2015 Subaru Outback Wagon are tested independently of one another which is why you are seeing two different figures. The weakest component in a towing setup is always going to be your limiting factor which in this case is the vehicle therefore, you will be limited to 200 lbs tongue weight and 3,000 lbs gross trailer weight.

The dry hitch weight is going to be the tongue weight of the trailer while unloaded. The loaded hitch weight will need to be below the total tongue weight for your Outback which is 200 lbs. Also, in the owner's manual it states that if the trailer is over 1,000 lbs it will need to have brakes. In order to tow a trailer with brakes you will first need a 4-way like part # 118467, a 4 to 7-way adapter like part # ETBC7, and a brake controller like part # 90885.

I have attached install videos for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The etrailer.com Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2" #E98847 will not increase the towing or tongue weight capacities of your vehicle but it can limit it. Trailer hitches are not rated for weight capacities…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 4

Yep, so long as your 2024 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness is not a hybrid both the Curt and etrailer hitches will fit: - Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C13382 - etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver #e98912 The only difference besides price is the finish; the…

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Answer 5

I definitely understand being a bit overwhelmed by the amount of options in front of you, however I can definitely help with differentiating the trailer hitches for your 2019 Subaru Outback Wagon along with explaining my personal recommendation,…

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Answer 6

For your 2023 Subaru Outback, I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch item #C69VV. This hitch is custom fit and bolts to your Subaru with included hardware. This is a class III hitch with a 2" receiver. I really like this hitch because it is an easy…

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Hey Sidney, the etrailer hitch part #e42TR fits behind the rear impact bar and does not replace it. How come you are wanting to upgrade to a 2 inch hitch?

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Answer 9

Hey Kevin, the etrailer hitch part #e42TR that you referenced weighs 27 lbs but since this essentially becomes a part of the vehicle chassis it's weight does not end up going against the payload of the vehicle. For a dual hitch setup that can use…

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