When it comes to strength and weight, the Hitchgate™ Solo packs a powerful punch. With the same tow rating as its bigger siblings and the capacity to carry a 35-inch tire (on a mid-sized truck), the Solo is ready for whatever the adventure calls for. The Hitchgate Solo was designed to go lean and low on the next adventure while still being prepared. The Hitchgate Solo’s reduced weight is perfect for those looking to carry a 35-inch  (on a mid-size vehicle) or smaller spare tire, and Rotopax fuel cans.

Not only is weight reduced, but so is the overall height of the horizontal support arm which sits 4″ lower than a Hitchgate Classic or MAX. By relocating the truck mount at the *same level* as the vehicle’s receiver hitch, the Solo is uniquely designed to accommodate vehicles that have a tight clearance between the rear hatch/door and the receiver (Ex: Sprinter, Renegade, Tahoe, Grand Cherokee). The Hitchgate Solo is also a phenomenal candidate for Subaru (see Fitment section below) and any vehicle where every pound counts. 

Product Features:

• Need to swing a bike rack, or hitch mounted cargo basket out with your Tire? The Hitchgate has a secondary swinging hitch to allow just that. The Solo will still come with a standard stationary receiver designated for towing.
• Universally fits on almost all vehicles with a Class III/2″ hitch receiver
• This tough tire carrier secures up to a 35-inch spare tire (on mid-sized vehicles) while maintaining ground clearance with minimal change in departure angles when driving off-road.
• Release a single latch pin and it opens wide for full access to the vehicle’s cargo space

Product Specifications:

• Tow-rated at 7,500 lbs (max trailer weight)
• 750 lbs (tongue weight). *These limits may be more than your vehicle’s capacity. ALWAYS stay within the limits of your vehicles tow/tongue ratings)*
• The tire carrier is rated for 150lbs of total weight
• 4.5″ of clearance required from center of hitch pin hole rearward for it to be compliant with wedge lock system.
• Max tire size of 38″ on full-size vehicles
• Rearward edge of hitch receiver must be no more than 2 inches in from the face of the bumper.
  

3 Solo Models to choose from:

• Hitchgate Solo Standard UHG32130-H sits at hitch height and is 25″ wide on the support arm. If your hitch is near your rear hatch, probably a good choice.
  Best for midsize vehicles where the bumper is molded around the hitch. (ex. Current body style Grand Cherokees). Subaru Outback & Crosstrek.
  
• Hitchgate Solo *High Clearance*  UHG33187-H is a Solo Standard with the horizontal support arm moved 4″ higher. If your hitch is under your bumper/body, probably a good choice.
   Most popular product. Great for Midsize vehicles up to a 35”(4Runners, Tacoma’s, Colorado’s, Subaru’s) and Full-Size up to 35”(Silverado’s, Dodge Ram, Ford F150, F250, Sequoias, Etc.)
  
• Hitchgate SoloXL UHG32206-H is a mirror image of the Solo but is 5″ wider. This allows full-size trucks to carry up to a 35″ tire + and allows full-size vans to open their doors past 90 degrees.
  Designed for Sprinters, Promasters, Transits. Also works on Full Size vehicles up to a 35”. Also, this is the only Hitchgate that works for the Land Cruiser.
  

Note: Bike rack may require hitch extension depending on tire width and bike rack’s tongue length.

Accessories You Can Add:

• License Plate Relocation Bracket (no light included, see below)
• License Plate LED Light
• Hitchgate Accessory Plate Kit
• 3-Gallon Rotopax (red) RX-3G (no pack mount included)
• 3.5 Gallon Rotopax FuelPax RX-3.5G (no pack mount included)
• 2-Gallon Rotopax (red) RX-2G (no pack mount included)
• Rotopax Deluxe Pack Mount RX-DLX-PM
• Rotopax LOX Pack Mount RX-LOX-PM
• Frontrunner Tailgate Table
• Rotopax Diesel Pack (no pack mount included)
• Rotopax Water Pack (no pack mount included)
• Rotopax Storage Pack (no pack mount included)
• Rotopax Emergency Storage (no pack mount included)

**Notice of maintenance required** - Periodic tightening of the pivot bolt with a torque wrench to at least 60-70lbs every few months is needed to prevent movement on the swing arm. Also, over time replacing the Delrin washers and T handle bushings.