Tow Vehicle Capacity and Hitch Requirements for
Car Hauler Rentals
The combined weight of a loaded car hauler and the vehicle being transported typically runs between 5,000 and 8,000 pounds for a standard passenger car haul. The tow vehicle's rated towing capacity needs to exceed that total. Most full-size pickup trucks handle this range comfortably. Mid-size trucks and body-on-frame SUVs should be checked against their actual specifications rather than assumed to be sufficient.
The hitch ball size is a separate requirement. Car hauler trailers use a 1-7/8 or 2-inch ball depending on the configuration, and the tow vehicle needs the correct size installed before pickup. A mismatched ball prevents the coupler from seating correctly, which is a safety issue with no workaround at the lot. Checking both the towing capacity and the hitch ball size before arriving at Big Rentals in Fort Worth keeps the rental on schedule.