Use of hitch Cargo Carriers to increase a vehicle's cargo capacity

Cargo Carriers are the ideal solution for easy carrying and can add convenience to small moves or those trips to the home improvement store for plants or wood.
By: Cargocatch
 
April 12, 2011 - PRLog -- 12th April 2011 - Transporting heavy objects in a car involves a lot of hassle. To ease the problem, many people tend to use hitch  Cargo Carriers . They are available in capacities ranging from 300 to 600 lbs. They can be attached to any kind of vehicle. They are generally preferred over roof top variants as they provide no wind resistance and therefore do not affect the fuel economy. The capacity of the carrier depends upon the weight limit of the car's hitch.
It is important to consider the purpose of the carrier. Since, there are a lot of varieties, it is better to decide for what purpose the carrier will be used. It can save a lot of money. Some carriers are easily detachable while others are fixed. Roof mounted carriers are usually more expensive than hitch mounted ones.
Some carriers also have ramps to facilitate the loading and unloading of bikes and bicycles. Wheelchair carriers are also available. The surface area of the carrier is an important area of consideration while purchasing one. They are available at any local car dealer's shop.
Hitch mounted cargo boxes are also available. They come in all shapes and sizes. They are especially useful in carrying spare tires and other small car parts. The safety of the box should be a prime concern. It is to be noted that the weight capacity of platform hitch carriers are generally greater than box type ones. The price of such hitch mounted carriers start from around $200.
The internet is a good place to search for information regarding hitch mounted carriers. There are a lot of articles that can guide a person looking forward to installing a hitch carrier on his vehicle. The carrying capacity of a car hitch plays an important part in the selection of a proper carrier. Most vehicles are fitted with a class III receiver hitch (2 in). Installing a carrier, the hitch cannot hold will cause serious damage to a car.
A hitch carrier is the perfect option for carrying around extra luggage that cannot be fitted inside the car. As opposed to roof mounted carriers, the hitch carriers offer a better fuel efficiency due to the absence of wind resistance. Hitch mounted  Cargo Carriers are recommended for those people who tend to travel a lot and need to carry a lot of luggage. They are absolutely safe and provide the maximum protection to the stored items.

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Cargo Catch specializes in pickup truck cargo nets, Diamondback covers, truck bed cover, the Bully Pac Mule bed organizer and accessories for Dodge, Ford, Chevy, Toyota, Nissan, GMC, Jeep and all major pickup truck brands.
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