Thule Arcos XL with Platform
The biggest Thule hitch box, for ski trips and large luggage loads on vehicles whose hatch clears the box.
Amazon $1,499.90$1,499.90
3.9/5
A tough, waterproof utility chest on a hitch frame, for work trucks and campers who value capacity over looks or hatch access.
- 200 lbLoad rating
- 17 cu ftVolume
- 1 yearWarranty
Check price at Amazon$509.99
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- 17 cu ft of waterproof storage for about a third of the price of premium boxes
- Dent resistant poly chest will not rust
- Holds 200 lb, more than the Thule and Yakima boxes
Cons
- Locks only with your own padlocks
- Does not tilt or swing away, so it blocks the hatch while mounted
- Weight not published, and the chest and frame are bulky to handle
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 1707020 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Type | Hitch cargo box |
| Load rating | 200 lb |
| Volume | 17 cu ft |
| Cargo area | 51 x 23 x 26 in |
| Build | |
| Material | Plastic |
| Finish | powder coat |
| Fits receiver | 2 in |
| Features | |
| Locking lid | Yes |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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