CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier
#17 in Hitch carriersFull review
A small, inexpensive tray for cars and crossovers with a 1-1/4 in hitch, for light loads like a cooler or a duffel.
Amazon $126.98$126.98
The CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier rates 3.1 among hitch carriers carriers; the Thule Arcos XL with Platform rates 3.1 among hitch cargo boxes ones. The CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier costs $1,372.92 less ($126.98 vs $1,499.90).
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
Prices were last checked October 31, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different type classes (hitch carriers and hitch cargo boxes), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own type peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier | Thule Arcos XL with Platform |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 79 $42.33 per 100 lb of rated load ($126.98, 300 lb) | 35 $94.33 per cu ft ($1,499.90, 15.9 cu ft) |
| Capacity 20% | 0 300 lb load rating | 56 15.9 cu ft of cargo space |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 0 weighs 72 lb |
| Features 20% | 0 none of the scored features | 42 locking lid |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT 18110 Steel Tray Carrier | Thule Arcos XL with Platform | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Hitch basket or platform | Hitch cargo box |
| Load rating | 300 lb | 110 lb |
| Volume | - | 15.9 cu ft |
| Cargo area | 48 x 20 x 2.8 in | 74.8 x 29.9 x 18.9 in |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 72 lb |
| Material | Steel | - |
| Finish | powder coat | - |
| Fits receiver | 1.25 or 2 in | - |
| Features | ||
| Folds up | No | - |
| Tilts for hatch access | No | No |
| Anti-rattle | No | - |
| Locking lid | - | Yes |
| Waterproof | - | No |
| Net or straps included | No | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |