Do I need a Class II?

[Fix4Dirt]

Are you sure your hitch isn’t class 2? I can’t find any info on a 2010 Sport Trac and a class 1.

were class 2s 1 1/4 too? that could be a way to tell. i know >3 is 2" but i dont know about class 2 levee always had 3 and 4

edit: googled it nevermind this is not a wy class 2 is 1 1/4 too

 

[Fix4Dirt]

google says that they dont accept the same shanks class 1 and 2 class 1 has a stopper tab earlier to not be able to put class 2 accessories on

 

[topher5150]

This the one I have with the factory setup. 1.25"

Found this on the road a while back.

 

[Mbrooks420]

That doesn’t answer the question. There should be a rating on it with a sticker or stamped into it.

 

[traveler]

I don't know if it'll fit or not, but I've got a Class III hitch that I removed from my 2000 Explorer. Don't know what shipping would cost on it, but cover that and its yours.

 

[topher5150]

Are you sure your hitch isn’t class 2? I can’t find any info on a 2010 Sport Trac and a class 1.

Yes, it is Class 1. I tried my class 2 from a previous truck and it was too big.
I meant to say 08 if that makes a difference.

 

[topher5150]

Also looking at the junkyard site there's a couple of explorers with aftermarket class ii hitches. Would an 02 Explorer (not a sport trac) fit?

 

[Mbrooks420]

Yes, it is Class 1. I tried my class 2 from a previous truck and it was too big.
I meant to say 08 if that makes a difference.

Class isn’t the receiver size….. Class 2 hitches are often (maybe always ) 1 1/4” receivers. Look at the hitch itself for stampings or a sticker.

I REALLY don’t think you have a class 1 hitch.

 

[Mbrooks420]

Also looking at the junkyard site there's a couple of explorers with aftermarket class ii hitches. Would an 02 Explorer (not a sport trac) fit?

No.

 

[topher5150]

Class isn’t the receiver size….. Class 2 hitches are often (maybe always ) 1 1/4” receivers. Look at the hitch itself for stampings or a sticker.

I REALLY don’t think you have a class 1 hitch.

I think you may be on to something. The owners manual says class II standard, and looking up class II draw bars it states 1.25". This makes my life a whole lot easier.