Reese has been providing Reese trailer hitches sing 1952 and it has earned a reputation as a name you can trust in the hitch industry. In fact today they set the standards that other manufacturers try to live up to.
Reese pushes the envelope every day in an effort to produce innovative hitches that perform better than the rest and to do that they use only the best engineering tools and the highest skilled staff.
Reese hitches are tested for fatigue, analyzed for performance, constantly explored for potential improvements, and re-evaluated for value, reliability, and durability.
Back in 1952 when Reese introduced their first hitch outdoor enthusiast around the country applauded and over the years they continue to have the support of customers around the country who have come to trust and rely on Reese.
Your pickup truck or SUV can tow a variety of loads including recreational trailers, campers, boats, and even cargo trailers. Even a variety of cars are able to tow a load.
There are several different types of hitches on the market but the ball trailer hitch is probably the most common of all. Fifth wheel hitches are also very popular.
But before you rush out and choose a hitch you need to make sure your vehicle is adequate for the load you plan to haul. That’s one of the reasons that you don’t often see cars pulling loads.
Your hitch should be professionally installed to ensure it is done correctly. You don’t want your hitch to break loose and come off leaving your cargo to run away on you.
A hitch mounted onto the bumper is fairly common. The strength of the mount will determine how much weight your hitch can handle. Different hitch classes are rated to pull different amount of weight.
1. Class I
Is the lightest hitch type and it can only tow a maximum of 2000 pounds with a maximum tongue weight of 200 pounds. The hitch can be a bumper style or a drawbar style. It’s often found on small cars and pickups hauling bicycle racks or for light towing such as a small tent trailer.
2. Class II
This is a middle of the road hitch that can tow a maximum of 3500 pounds and a maximum tongue weight of 300 pounds. It’s a good choice for larger cars, full size trucks and vans, and SUV’s. Many class II hitches are vehicle specific.
3. Class III
This hitch can tow a maximum of 5000 pounds and have a maximum tongue weight of 500 pounds. It usually has a two inch rectangular receiver and is considered the standard towing hitch. Most are designed for a specific vehicle but there are some universal fits.
4. Class IV
This is a heavy duty hitch that can tow a maximum of 10,000 pounds with a maximum tongue range from 1000 to 1200 pounds. This style of hitch distributes the weight evenly and is designed for a specific vehicle.
5. Class V
This is a very heavy duty hitch capable of hauling loads greater than 10,000 pounds and it has a tongue weight more than 1200 pounds. It is a weight distributing hitch that has up to a 2 ½ inch receiver and a ¾ inch pinhole. It is used for larger items like large boats or recreational trailers, or horse trailers.
6. 5th Wheel
Is designed for very heavy loads and is a special style hitch that mounts in the box of your truck. It is the strongest hitch on the market.
No matter what your hitch needs Reese has one to do the job for you and Reese trailer hitches will give you peace of mind that your load is secure and your travels will be safe.
