What is the difference between a Class 2 and Class 3 trailer hitch?

Trailer weight capacity: 3,500 lbs. Tongue weight capacity: 300 lbs.

* Requires braking on both wheels on at least one axle of the towed load. Hatchback.

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For the first time in the model's 19-year history, the Toyota Prius is now capable to tow a trailer. While its predecessors weren't able to tow a trailer or a light caravan, the new one can thanks to an improved heat management of the hybrid system's electric motor-generator and differential.Apr 21, 2016

The 2007 Toyota Prius is equipped with a 1.5 liter 4Cylinder engine that offers only 110 HP and 82 lb-ft of torque. It carries a payload weight of 863 lbs; and can manage up to 1,500 pounds of towing capacity.

Hybrid SUVs, like their gas or diesel counterparts, aren't specifically designed for towing. But that doesn't mean it's impossible. Technologies have improved, and some hybrid SUVs have towing capacities up to 5,000 pounds. This is surely adequate for pulling small camper trailers.Apr 15, 2021

The 2015 and onwards Toyota Prius models have a towing capacity of 725 kilograms/1,598 lbs, which makes it capable of towing a lightweight caravan or small camper.Aug 18, 2021

Hitch Types A device which attaches directly to the tow vehicle providing the connection between the tow vehicle and the trailer. A fixed tongue hitch includes the ball platform, while a receiver style hitch has a receptacle (typically 1-1/4" or 2") for inserting special ball mounts or bike racks.

Class 2 hitches are quite different from class 3 hitches. Class 2 hitches have a 1-1/4" receiver and generally only go up to 3,500 lbs. GTW. On the other hand, class 3 hitches have a 2" receiver and can range up to 8,000 lbs.

Class 2 Trailer Hitches A Class 2 trailer hitch use slightly stronger steel and typically has a gross carrying weight of approximately 3,500 pounds. In addition to higher towing capacity, a class 2 hitch also typically has a higher tongue weight capacity of nearly 350 pounds.Mar 24, 2021

The Fulton hand wheel coupler # F3080217 actually has a retention device that prevents the hand wheel from backing off.Jun 6, 2017

Yes, you can tow a small trailer with a Prius. The 2015 and onwards Toyota Prius models have a towing capacity of 725 kilograms/ 1,598 lbs, which makes it capable of towing a lightweight caravan or small camper.Mar 27, 2021

Tow Ball Ratings:

Class I and Class II hitches both have a 1-1/4 inch receiver opening. The difference is that a Class I hitch has a lower tongue weight rating, usually 200 pounds and a lower towing rating, usually 2,000 pounds. A Class II hitch usually has a tongue weight rating of 350 pounds and a towing rating of 3,500 pounds.

As a result, the car has a maximum towing capacity of 725kg for both braked and unbraked trailers. Customers can equip their Prius with towing hitches and wiring systems from Toyota's official range of accessories.May 2, 2016