CURT 18145 Cargo Basket
A compact railed basket for small cars and crossovers, for anyone who needs one carrier that fits both hitch sizes.
Amazon $118.78$118.78
The CURT 18145 Cargo Basket is the better carrier overall, rated 4.0 to 3.8. The CURT 18145 Cargo Basket leads on value. The CURT 18145 Cargo Basket costs $98.12 less ($118.78 vs $216.90).
VEVOR Aluminum Carrier with Ramp
#12 in Hitch carriersFull review
A low cost aluminum ramp carrier for moving a mobility scooter or small equipment on a 2 in hitch.
Amazon $216.90$216.90
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the CURT 18145 Cargo Basket for value ($23.76 per 100 lb of rated load ($118.78, 500 lb) vs $43.38 per 100 lb of rated load ($216.90, 500 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every hitch carriers carrier; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | CURT 18145 Cargo Basket | VEVOR Aluminum Carrier with Ramp |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $23.76 per 100 lb of rated load ($118.78, 500 lb) | 77 $43.38 per 100 lb of rated load ($216.90, 500 lb) |
| Capacity 20% | 67 500 lb load rating | 67 500 lb load rating |
| Weight 15% | 50 weight not published (neutral score used) | 76 weighs 42 lb |
| Features 20% | 30 anti-rattle | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| CURT 18145 Cargo Basket | VEVOR Aluminum Carrier with Ramp | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Hitch basket or platform | Hitch basket or platform |
| Load rating | 500 lb | 500 lb |
| Cargo area | 48 x 20 x 6 in | 50 x 29.5 x 8.7 in |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 42 lb |
| Material | Steel | Aluminum |
| Finish | powder coat | anodized |
| Fits receiver | 1.25 or 2 in | 2 in |
| Features | ||
| Folds up | No | - |
| Tilts for hatch access | No | - |
| Anti-rattle | Yes | - |
| Net or straps included | No | - |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | - |
| Released | 2014-04-16 | - |