Hitch?

[HaulingAss]

but you know what elon is like he always over engineers things so based on 14k+ if you tried to go past that point it would most likely be the point of failure if you don't go to that level i would not be surprised if it is

You're right, the Tri-motor specs do say 14,000+. This likely means there will be two removable receiver options, one for 14K+ (accepting a 2 1/2" hitch) and a standard one.

 

[crimsonaudio]

well this say a lot now doesn't it? 20k lbs or 9.1 tonne I TOLD YOU ALL be prepared for this

Could be GVW (including the CT).

 

[Challeco]

Given how sturdy a proper tow hitch needs to be, and how often you shut down the truck with a trailer still attached, I'd be a little skeptical of that.

Remember that weight distribution hitches and anti-sway hitches put tremendous torque on the hitch, in addition to the dynamic load (experienced when the vehicle goes over a bump).

The receiver hitch is a hardpoint, and needs to be really strong. I'd rather have it welded in place, the way it is on an old fashioned pickup truck.

I understand that a receiver hitch assembly is welded together and built of stout mild steel. However, every assembly I have ever seen has been bolted to the frame, not welded. Then they also have a sheer pin that attaches the stinger to the receiver. They have manufactured failure points and redundancies,such as safety chains and "deadman" switch cables on trailers of any substance.
All of this written to reinforce that swing away hitch assemblies are properly strong enough and valid options that the C.T. may use.

 

[Challeco]

It looks like in this design, Tesla is giving priority to departure angle (28 degrees). TRX is 23.5 and Raptor 23.0. Elon has a Baja state of mind.

This could be a good survey. How many people would have the hitch permanently.

Model X setup tow rating is 5000 Ib. With CT3 tow rating of 14000 lb, we have to see if CT will use the same type of setup only more beefed-up or something more permanent.

If you remember something was used before. I just can't tell from this video, if the setup is te same as the one in show room photos or Model X:



Side note: With this jab at F150, and Elon trying to steal Ford's lunch money, if lightening reveals capabilities and features that makes CT less of a compelling choice (HUGE IF), that may add another "month or so" to CT update reveal while Tesla adjust the finished design. Lets hope lightening is good but not great.

My guess is that Ford is presenting the F150 as a comparable to their I.C.E. version as a toe in the water. They aren't ready to compete directly with Tesla because it would damage their existing line up. Nothing I have seen has been remarkable compared to Tesla. However, as a daily use truck that does weekend work with yard debris, grocery runs, property maintenance with remote tool use or weekend glamping adjacent to home (where a charger is close by) the F150 is sufficient.

 

[Luke42]

well if you go to the tri motor version i can say now based on this it will be a 2.5in/60mm receiver based on 20k lbs tow load in pic

Since rhe stated tow rating for the CT3 is 14k-lbs, so I suggest the 20,000lbs may be the estimated GCVWR, rather than the trailer weight.

Or maybe it's just a "use all the digits" placeholder for the UI mockup.

I won't know until I can download the owner's manual, so I'd like to just throw those possibilities out there for discussion .

 

[HaulingAss]

My guess is that Ford is presenting the F150 as a comparable to their I.C.E. version as a toe in the water. They aren't ready to compete directly with Tesla because it would damage their existing line up. Nothing I have seen has been remarkable compared to Tesla. However, as a daily use truck that does weekend work with yard debris, grocery runs, property maintenance with remote tool use or weekend glamping adjacent to home (where a charger is close by) the F150 is sufficient.

It's more than sufficient for the listed duties as long as you don't mind the price. It's just not a very good value compared to the Cybertruck Dual or Tri-motor.

 

[HaulingAss]

I understand that a receiver hitch assembly is welded together and built of stout mild steel. However, every assembly I have ever seen has been bolted to the frame, not welded. Then they also have a sheer pin that attaches the stinger to the receiver. They have manufactured failure points and redundancies,such as safety chains and "deadman" switch cables on trailers of any substance.
All of this written to reinforce that swing away hitch assemblies are properly strong enough and valid options that the C.T. may use.

The receiver will be removeable for sure. There's no way Tesla would invalidate the industry leading off-road approach/departure angles for those who want to tow.

 

[ReddykwRun]

but you know what elon is like he always over engineers things so based on 14k+ if you tried to go past that point it would most likely be the point of failure if you don't go to that level i would not be surprised if it is

As you said and I agree, may be able to lift the whole truck from the tow hitch with the adapter kit and swing it from a crane when the need arises. Oh, and I would like mine installed PERMANENTLY.