Best Trailer Hitch Extenders Reviewed

The first model is this eight-inch extender by CURT which comes with a two inch receiver tube size. We like the fact it’s made from heavy duty steel and has an easy to access locking pin – perfect for quickly attaching your cargo carriers or bike rack without taking up much space!

However, we didn’t like how you had to purchase another hitch pin separately (which was too bulk) but otherwise very happy with the quality of construction here! As far as sizing goes – there’s no problem using on smaller vehicles because one thing that makes this stand out is its drop/rise measurement of only four inches total; usually between five and six on other models so great if wanting something compatible.

There’s also a little bit of wiggle room on this extender which may not be to everyone’s taste. But, don’t get us wrong it works just fine and should do what you need or want from an extender at half or less than most other brands out there! Certainly recommend checking them both out before going with something else though because overall we think they’re worth every penny even when needing two separate pieces like these ones.

If you’re looking at this seven-inch extender by CURT then we think you’ll love this one too. It comes with almost the same features as the other model but of course has a different length; still not bad though and for more than half of what most others cost it’s no surprise they fly off the shelves!

We like how sturdy yet lightweight (27 pounds) these are which means your cargo can be safely attached without any problems – great if even hauling something heavy or putting on another bike rack. The only drawback is that just like the first product, there’s nothing included to attach them so do check out some hitch pins before deciding whether or not to go ahead.

However once again, definitely recommend getting this for a good price and taking it into consideration as an option.

Here’s another great product by CURT that we’d recommend you also take a look at if this one doesn’t fit your needs. The six-inch extender is slightly shorter but still weighs very little (27 pounds) so shouldn’t be too much of a problem to attach even something heavy. We love how sturdy they are although many customers have experienced them rusting over time which means the metal may not be as high quality – however despite this, should do well enough!

This is not exactly what we’d call a product but more of an accessory so don’t be fooled by the price as you could possibly make it yourself – still, MaxxHaul’s model does look good and for something that you can take on or off whenever needed (makes sense!) has some great reviews!

The main downside to this one however if why it gets three stars. Many customers have complained about them being too short which makes attaching anything difficult; others say they are flimsy even though their weight suggests otherwise while yet more state how long they take to put together. Not very ideal then but do check out further product details before making your final decision.

Here are two other products worth taking into account when getting trailer hitch extenders.

First of all, MaxxHaul’s product is a standard size hitch extender that you can easily install on your own without the need for any tools whatsoever – great if it fits perfectly! It measures 20” x 13.75” x 23” and comes with an anti-rattle bolt to keep things in place while not being too heavy at just 22 pounds. What makes this one stand out however are its double safety cables which would protect both sides rather than having separate ones like others do (although they’re only included when bought as a set). Great reviews overall but also some flaws mentioned by users – take into account that many have had problems attaching anything due to the height issue!

The CURT 45796 18-Inch Trailer Hitch Extender. When parking in tight spaces, towing long trailers, or hauling other large loads where you need maximum clearance to the back of your vehicle; the additional length this extender provides is perfect for your needs. This trailer hitch extension can also be used with cargo carriers, bike racks and even utility trailers. The heavy duty receiver hitch extension is durably constructed from high strength steel that’s rated 3 1/2 tons+. It has 2″ x 2″ shank to fit industry standard hitch receivers and provide 18″ of extra clearance between bumper and attachment point for trailer tongue weight ratings up 350 lbs.

The CURT 45796 Trailer Hitch Receiver Extender. The 18-Inch model is a great solution for when you need maximum clearance to the back of your vehicle, such as when parking in tight spaces or when towing long trailers. This hitch extension can also be used with cargo carriers, bike racks and even utility trailers. It has a durable steel construction that’s rated at 350 pounds of tongue weight capacity (watch out! some similar products won’t offer this). Its two inch by two inch shank fits industry standard hitch receivers and provides an additional eighteen inches between bumper and attachment point which makes it perfect if you require more stopping power on highways too because it gives more room for longer trailer tongues which means having better brake control during stops.

The CURT 45795 14-Inch Trailer Hitch Extender. This allows a trailer hitch to attach further from the back of your vehicle, so you can tow trailers or haul cargo with greater ease and have more stopping power on highways because it gives more room for longer trailer tongues which means having better brake control during stops.

The heavy duty receiver hitch extension is durably constructed from high strength steel that’s rated at 500 pounds tongue weight capacity (watch out! some similar products won’t offer this). It has a two inch by two inch shank fits industry standard receiver hitches and provides fourteen inches between bumper and attachment point which makes it perfect if you require even more clearance than the 18″ extender offers; but still not nearly as much distance as the 24″ model.

This hitch extension has a black powder coat finish to resist rust and corrosion, so no worries about it getting rusty in your garage or on the road when wet; that is if you don’t like shiny chrome finishes (many people do). This extender weighs 11 pounds which makes it easy enough for one person to handle but heavy duty enough not be easily damaged by wind gusts during transport. The two inch shank also features an attached safety chain loop with fastener holes to connect the trailer’s safety chains directly through this point rather than having them run behind the adapter bar (if they can even fit around there), which means better brake control since you won’t accidentally pull out of stop position while making a turn.

The Reese 80306 18″ Trailer Hitch Extender fits a standard two inch hitch receiver and provides eighteen inches of distance between your vehicle’s back bumper and the trailer attachment point. This is much longer than the 14″, but not as long as 24″.

It has a one-inch diameter round steel tube, which makes it stronger than most other similar products that only have half inch or three quarter inch tubing. The weight capacity for this product is 500 pounds tongue load (watch out! some similar products won’t offer this).

This extender has an all black powder coated finish to resist rusting from road salt in winter time, rain dampness during summer storms, or simply fogging up with dust over time if you store it in your garage.

Also, it has a round steel ball on the end of the extender that inserts into your hitch receiver to provide easy connection for your trailer. This also helps prevent scratching up or damaging any part of either vehicle during removal and storage. It’s 18″ long so there’s no plastic tips dangling down under your car when you drive which can cause damage over time from road vibrations and abrasion against concrete surfaces such as parking lots, etc…

The Reese 80232 16″ Trailer Hitch Extender is a little shorter than the 18″, so it will be good for lighter use. If you plan on hooking up only one trailer occasionally, this would work fine since there’s no big difference in price between these two models.

It has same black powder coating to resist rust and abrasion from road salt or dust over time if stored inside your garage when not attached to vehicle. Round steel ball at end inserts into hitch receiver like the other model, but it also comes with removable plastic caps that fit securely onto each end of tube when traveling because they’re detachable (unlike some models which don’t offer this). This makes removing easy without scratching car surface where extender ends touch.

A nice feature of this extender is the round steel ball on one end inserts into hitch receiver like other models, but it also comes with removable plastic caps that fit securely onto each end when traveling because they’re detachable (unlike some models which don’t offer this). This makes removing easy without scratching car surface where extenders ends touch.

If you need a longer extender, check out the Reese Towpower Dual Hitch Receiver Extender. It’s almost twice as long at 32″ overall and has same powder coating to resist rust or abrasion from road salt or dust over time if stored inside your garage when not attached to vehicle.

Round steel ball on one end inserts into hitch receiver like other models, but it also comes with removable plastic caps that fit securely onto each end of tube when traveling because they’re detachable (unlike some models which don’t offer this). This makes removing easy without scratching car surface where extender ends touch.

It does come in an 80-pound max weight capacity so this would be good for heavier loads than the 16″, depending on the weight of your equipment.

Also, some owners have had difficulty with screws loosening on this model over time so be sure to double-check all bolts periodically if you use it more frequently or for heavy loads.

This model measures just under eight inches long so it’s another good option for vehicles with low clearance to accommodate full travel trailers or car rear trunk storage areas where height can be an issue (although there are also shorter extenders that would work well in these situations too – see above).

While not larger than most other models on this list, keep in mind that at just over six pounds weight capacity, many lighter loads will still fit within limits of this hitch extension but may exceed max load if trailer has extra heavy equipment like a snowplow or high lift jacks.

Many owners say they’ve found this mount to install and remove when needed relatively easily, although some do say that the locking mechanism can be somewhat cumbersome.

This model is one of the longest available (at 16 inches), so if you’re looking for a hitch extension to accommodate larger loads or longer equipment, this could be an option.

As mentioned earlier, it’s probably not the best choice for shorter vehicles with lower clearance – keep in mind that at about nine pounds weight capacity on this unit maxes out pretty close to its overall length (which is 16 inches and measures from the center of the hitch pinhole).

While it’s not as low-profile as other models out there, this Reese 80233 Trailer Hitch Extender still sits very close to your vehicle. It does extend back a bit further than most extenders (16″ vs 12″), but that also means you’re going to need more clearance if using with an SUV or truck – we recommend checking for how much space you have behind your bumper before purchasing.