tow hitch

Bumper-mounted receiver

A tow hitch is a device mounted to a vehicle's frame that allows it to pull trailers, boats, campers, or other towable loads.

The hitch provides a connection point—typically a ball mount or receiver—where the trailer coupling attaches.

Hitches are rated by class according to their towing capacity: We installed a Class III hitch for the boat trailer.

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