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Affordable hitch cargo carrier for light-duty use
Last reviewed: March 2026
At a glance
Why this product
The Leader Accessories hitch carrier gives you 500 lb capacity with a folding shank at 28 lbs in steel — that folding mechanism is a genuine advantage at this price point. The downside? Steel will rust without maintenance, the folding joint is a potential rattle point, and the budget construction shows in the paint quality and hardware.
Detailed specs
| Receiver Size | 5.1 cm |
| Platform Length | 152 cm |
| Platform Width | 51 cm |
| Foldable | Yes |
| Ramp Included | No |
| Side Rails | Yes |
| Anti-Wobble Included | No |
| Tailgate Clearance | Yes |
| Carrier Weight | 13 kg |
| Reflector Included | Yes |
| License Plate Holder | No |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon US | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Budget hitch cargo carrier, 500 lbs capacity. Folding shank, 2" hitch.
Price may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.
Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Equinox(4th Gen (EV)) | 2024+ | good | |
Community feedback
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Alternatives
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|---|---|---|---|
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|---|---|---|---|
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| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Tacoma(4th Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| Tundra(3rd Gen) | 2022+ | good | |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good |