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- Condition
- New
- Weight
- 8 lb
- Material
- HAWA
- Vehicle Service Type
- Trailer
- Finish Type
- Black Powder Coat Over E-Coat
- Item Type Name
- Step Bumper Trailer Hitch
- Pull Force
- 3500 lb
- In the box
- REESE Towpower 81378 Class 2 Step Bumper Receiver Hitch
Features 5
- STEP BUMPER: The REESE Class 2 Step Bumper Receiver Hitch helps protect the rear bumper from excessive wear and tear and also serves as a handy hitch.
- COMPATIBILITY: Bumper step hitch fits most full-size trucks with step bumper and a standard 2-inch square trailer hitch receiver tube opening.
- METAL SHIELD FINISH: Heavy-duty design made of steel features Metal Shield finish that resists rust and corrosion.
- EASY INSTALLATION: Designed to easily bolt on to a pick-up truck bumper with existing holes in just minutes. Hardware included.
- CAPACITY: Tow hitch package rated for up to 3,500 lbs. GTW and up to 350 lbs. TW. NOT suitable for use with Weight Distribution systems.
Description
Reese Towpower Step Bumper Receiver accepts 2 inch x 2 inch standard mount bars. Receiver is easy to bolt to most factory step bumpers.This Reese Towpower Step Bumper Receiver is a Class II receiver hitch that gives you more towing possibilities for your vehicle. It features a heavy-duty design that easily bolts to most standard bumpers. The bumper hitch receiver can be used with 2" draw bars. It has a tongue weight of 350 lbs and a gross towing weight capacity of 3,500 lbs so you can tow a variety of items with your vehicle. This product is not intended for use with weight-distributing equipment.Reese Towpower Step Bumper Receiver: Designed to accept 2" draw bars Weight capacity: 350 lb tongue weight; 3,500 lb gross towing weight Not for use with weight-distributing equipment Class II receiver hitch model 81378
Specs 21
| Brand | REESE |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 8 pounds |
| Vehicle Service Type | Trailer |
| Material | HAWA |
| Finish Type | Black Powder Coat Over E-Coat |
| Brand Name | REESE |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Lifetime |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 81378 |
| OEM Equivalent Part Number | 81378 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Manufacturer | Reese Towpower |
| UPC | 016118813784 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 84 |
| Item Type Name | Step Bumper Trailer Hitch |
| Model Number | 81378 |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | Trailer |
| Pull Force | 3500 pounds |
| Automotive Fit Type | Universal Fit |
| Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 pounds |
| Material Type | HAWA |
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