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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"

Part Number: 13053
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This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant. Great Prices for the best trailer hitch from CURT. Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" part number 13053 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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CURT Trailer Hitch - 13053

  • 2 Inch Hitch
  • Class III
  • 5000 lbs GTW
  • Visible Cross Tube
  • 500 lbs TW
  • CURT
  • 7500 lbs WD GTW
  • 750 lbs WD TW
  • Custom Fit Hitch

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.


Features:

  • Custom fit is designed specifically for your vehicle
  • Precision, robotic welding maximizes strength and improves fit
  • Bolt-on installation - no welding required
    • Complete hardware kit and installation instructions included
  • Lifetime technical support from the experts at etrailer.com
  • Gloss black powder coat finish over protective base coat offers superior rust resistance
  • Sturdy, square-tube design
  • Ball mount, pin and clip sold separately
  • Hitch assembled in the USA, bolts overseas


Specs:

  • Receiver opening: 2" x 2"
  • Rating: Class III
    • Maximum gross trailer weight: 5,000 lbs
      • Maximum GTW when used with weight distribution: 7,500 lbs
    • Maximum tongue weight: 500 lbs
      • Maximum TW when used with weight distribution: 750 lbs
  • Limited lifetime warranty


etrailer.com Technical Support

At etrailer.com we're committed to the products we sell, and to our customers. Our experienced and knowledgeable staff are available via both phone and email to address your questions and concerns for the lifetime of your hitch. The technicians at etrailer perform hitch installations on a daily basis, making them a valuable resource for do-it-yourselfers. The one-on-one, personal service you'll receive comes straight from an expert in the towing and automotive field. We've installed it, we've wired it and we've towed with it, so whatever your question, we can answer it.


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13053 Curt Class 3 Trailer Hitch Receiver

Installation Details 13053 Installation instructions

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Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2" - 13053

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (18 Customer Reviews)

This fully welded trailer hitch receiver bolts onto your vehicle's frame with no welding required. Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant.

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This is a review specifically for installing on a 1990 Ford E350 Super Wagon with the extended body. I did not have to relocate the exhaust or spare tire, but I did need to drill all 6 mounting holes. This was not much trouble at all and I had the hitch installed by myself in about 2 hours.

This hitch feels very strong and I have towed my 2000 pound boat trailer several times with no problem at all. It's the best looking part of my whole van!



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1992 Ford Van

Product was good, easy to install and worked fine. etrailer gets a review of one star, won't use them again. Averages out to a generous three stars.



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I did not expect to have to straighten the bent side arm of the trailer hitch in a vice after it came out of the box. I did not think an E350 Ford van was so unusual as to require drilling the frame to make it fit as the instructions directed. I am glad this hitch will allow me to tow with my van, but I expected a product that would fit when it came out of the box, and it did not.

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Brooke M.

9/13/2022

Many times a hitch with arrive flexed die to the shipping process. This happens so much we have a whole help article dedicated to showing how to fix a flexed hitch. I have linked that article for future reference.



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1997 Honda Pilot

This hitch has worked wonderfully for the last year on my 1997 Ford E250. I easily installed the hitch in a under an hour. The spare tire had to be loosened while installing and I had to drill the frame in order to insert the forward bolts. The best way to drill the frame is to drill a small pilot hole and then drill the larger hole. We have used it to pull trailers and car dollies but we mostly use it to hold a motorcycle carrier.



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1998 Ford Van

Great product. Went right on without any drilling in less than an hour. Would recommend it to anyone looking for a medium duty hitch.Thanks etrailer!!!!

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Kevin B.

7/17/2018

After a year its still performing great! No problems. Thanks again etrailer!!!



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1994 Ford Van

I was able to install the Class-III hitch on my Ford E150 van in a day. It fit nicely - only the muffler had to be temporarily moved to get the bolts in as intended but that was only a minor time adder.
Towed my 3,500# trailer from SC to NM and back w/o issues.



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2002 Ford Van

45 min. installation with no drilling needed for my 2002 Ford E250 van. Had to drop and reposition the spare tire a bit, but the hitch fits and looks great. Plus, I got free shipping. Very satisified!



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Have not installed hitch yet but it’s all here complete with hardware to mount
Would definitely recommend doing business with etrailer



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Product was complete ,in parts , also the way it was made . Very happy with this product ! No problem putting product on van .

Thank you etrailer.com Jerry H.



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1998 Lincoln Town Car

I'll mark you excellent even though I haven't checked the hitch yet to make sure it's right. Ordered another one from the Hitch store for a Lincoln Town car, was told no drilling but all holes had to be drilled on bottom and side of frame to tighten bolts. Will never order from them again. This experience has been great so far and will order from you again.



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All good and looks excellent



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1989 Ford F-800

Strong good looking work horse! Perfect to pull the RZR.



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1997 Ford Van

GREAT HITCH, NO DRILLING, WENT ON EASY.



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I got my order within 2 days. And it fit perfect. Extremely pleased with the quality and service.



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2004 Ford Van

Easy to install, fits perfectly on a Ford E250.



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Perfect fit. Everything lined up. Thanks



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See what our Experts say about this CURT Trailer Hitch

  • Will Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit Front of 2003 Ford E-150
    Hi Tim; the Curt # 13053 only fits the rear of the 2003 E-150 since it is a regular trailer hitch. For a front hitch that fits your E-150 you can use the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65001. This has a 2" receiver with a line pull of 9,000 lbs, 500 lb vertical load, and 5,000 lb gross trailer weight. There is a Curt front hitch # 33055 as well, but we have had some reports in the past that it didn't fit certain models if there were bumps on the frame on either side at...
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  • Dimensions Between Side Plates of the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13053
    I went out to the warehouse and measured the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13053 to find the distance between those 2 points is 35-7/8" as you can see in the attached photo. Please note that this trailer hitch fits the following vehicles: 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-150 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-250 2004 - 2006 Ford Van E-350 1975 - 1994 Ford Van Full Size 1995 - 2003 Ford Van Full Size, including Superwagon
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  • Does Install of Curt Hitch on 1991 Ford E-150 Require Drilling
    To install a trailer hitch like the # 13053 on your 1991 Ford E-150 Van there is some drilling required but most of the holes in the frame are already drilled and ready to go. There are 6 holes total that would be used to install the hitch and only the 2 holes towards the front of the vehicle are have to be drilled.
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  • Which Hitch for 1999 Ford E150 Passenger Van Sticks Out Least Curt or Draw Tite
    I attached two pictures to this page for you to check out. The picture with the hitch that sticks out further and has angled crosstubes is the Draw Tite part # 75703 and the one that is more recessed is the Curt # 13053. Both fit your 1999 Ford Van and will install the same basically.
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  • Recommended Hitch for 2006 Ford E-350 Cutaway Van
    If your 2006 Ford E-350 Cab/Cutaway Van has holes on the rear frame members that are 38-5/8" apart, you can use the Curt # 13053, which is a Class III hitch with a 2" receiver. Because of the rear step bumper you will likely need to use a ball mount with a longer shank AND a drop on it like the Draw-Tite # 4283 in order to tow a trailer, but that won't effect the fit of the hitch otherwise. You will want to measure from the center of the hitch pin to the edge of the step bumper to determine...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Receiver For a 1999 Ford E-150 Van
    For your 1999 Ford E-150 Van I recommend the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13053. This custom fit class III receiver is rated for a trailer tongue weight up to 500lbs and total trailer weight up to 5,000lbs. If you are using a Weight Distribution Hitch # EQ37100ET trailer capacity increases to 750lbs of tongue weight and a trailer up to 7,500lbs. The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118344 will give you a 4-way flat connector. This connector can be used with most small trailers...
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  • Trailer Hitch for 2014 Thor Chateau Citation 24SA on Mercedes Sprinter 3500 Chassis
    The only trailer hitch we carry that may work for your 2014 Thor Chateau Citation 24SA built on a Mercedes Sprinter 3500 chassis is a frame-mounted RV hitch. The Curt # C13702 is for RVs that have a frame which is between 18" and 51" wide while the Ultra-Fab # UF35-946403 works with frames that are between 47" and 77". Each is designed to be used on I-beam, C-channel or box frames, though the Ultra-Fab is meant to be used with accessories only, while the Curt can be used for towing purposes.
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  • Trailer Hitch Compatible with 1990 Ford E350 Van
    According to my Curt Representative, the Class IV # 14053 or the # 13053 Class III hitch is a fit for the 1990 Ford E350 Van. The Class IV hitch has a 1000 lb tongue weight 10,000 lb towing capacity. The # 13053 Class III has a 500 lb tongue weight, 5,000 lb towing capacity. You can purchase either hitch by clicking on the provided product links.
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  • Comparing Curt Class III and Class IV Trailer Hitches for 1999 Ford Van
    There are two views on this scenario...but yes the Curt hitch part # 13053 with a 5,000 lb capacity and the part # 14053 with a 10,000 lb capacity both fit your 1999 Ford Van. So since you know you don't need the additional capacity there really isn't much to gain by going with the higher rated hitch so why spend the extra money? But if you think you might ever need to tow a heavier trailer then it does make the most sense to get the higher rated hitch. That's how I'd approach the choice...
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  • Correct Curt Trailer Hitch for a 1999 Ford Econoline Van
    Hey Tennille, thanks for reaching out! The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13902 you asked about is designed for pickups. Since you have a 1999 Ford Econoline Van you need the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13053 instead. Attached is an installation video for you to check out!
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  • Can I still Carry My Full Size Spare With A 2005 Ford E-150 After Installing The Curt 13053 Hitch?
    There will be no issue getting your full size spare back up in place once the Curt # 13053 is installed on your 2005 Ford E-150. It may sit a little more forward than before, but the cable system that holds the spare in place will do this just fine.
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  • Curt Trailer Hitch # 13053 Bolt Hole Dimensions
    This hitch measures 38 inches from bolt hole center to bolt hole center on all of the holes except for the rear most set of holes. These are 39-1/2 inches in width. Check out the picture I attached to see this measurement. You may be interested in the following products to complete your towing setup: Tow Ready Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring # 118344 (instructions attached) Ball Mount 1 inch Rise or 2 inch Drop # C45030 Hitch Ball with 2 inch Diameter and Medium Shank # 19247 Hitch Ball with...
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  • Will the Curt Class III Hitch # 13053 Fit on a 1998 E350 Van with 245/65-16 Spare Tire Installed
    As long as the 245/65-16 spare tire on your 1998 E350 Van is the OEM size spare, the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, item # 13053, will fit with the spare tire in the OEM location. The spare may need to be slightly repositioned but will not require modification. If the 245/65-16 spare tire on your van is larger than the original size spare tire then we have not been able to test the fit with that size wheel and tire installed. For a ball mount to be used with the factory step bumper you...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessories for 1995 Ford E150 Econoline Van
    The best hitch for you will depend on what you're planning on using it for and what kind of weight you'll be towing. For a basic Class III hitch with a 5000 Gross Trailer Weight/Gross Tongue Weight, the Curt # 13053 would be recommended. For a higher capacity of 10,000 GTW/1000 TW, the Curt Class IV hitch, part # 14053 would be an excellent choice. There are other hitch alternatives like the Draw-Tite # 75703 you mentioned that are a bit more expensive, but Curt manufactures an excellent...
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  • Installation Instructions for Curt # 13053 Hitch on 1989 Ford Van
    If you click the provided link, you can see the installation instructions for the Curt # 13053. Please be aware that the frame damage might have had an unknown effect on the weight bearing and towing ability of your vehicle.
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  • Trailer Hitch and Wiring Recommendation for a 1989 Ford Van 350
    The most popular trailer hitch we offer for your 1989 Ford Van 350 is the Curt part # 13053. For trailer wiring you would need the part # 18252. If you wanted to do some towing you might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900. It comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit does not include a ball...
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