A very low cost steel basket for occasional trips, for buyers who want hitch storage for the least money and can live with a short warranty.
Amazon $66.99The MaxxHaul 70107 Steel Cargo Carrier and the MaxxHaul 70108 Aluminum Cargo Carrier are evenly matched, rated 3.9 and 3.9. The MaxxHaul 70107 Steel Cargo Carrier costs $53 less ($66.99 vs $119.99).

A light aluminum basket with tall rails for very little money, for buyers who want easy handling and accept a short warranty.
Amazon $119.99Prices 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
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 | MaxxHaul 70107 Steel Cargo Carrier | MaxxHaul 70108 Aluminum Cargo Carrier |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 100 $13.40 per 100 lb of rated load ($66.99, 500 lb) | 100 $24 per 100 lb of rated load ($119.99, 500 lb) |
| Capacity 20% | 67 500 lb load rating | 67 500 lb load rating |
| Weight 15% | 100 weighs 22.3 lb | 100 weighs 21.4 lb |
| Features 20% | 50 features not published (neutral score used) | 50 features not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 15% | 0 0.2-year warranty | 0 0.2-year warranty |
Specifications
| MaxxHaul 70107 Steel Cargo Carrier | MaxxHaul 70108 Aluminum Cargo Carrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Type | Hitch basket or platform | Hitch basket or platform |
| Load rating | 500 lb | 500 lb |
| Cargo area | 53 x 19 x 5 in | 49.2 x 22.5 x 7.2 in |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 22.3 lb | 21.4 lb |
| Material | Steel | Aluminum |
| Fits receiver | 2 in | 2 in |
| Features | ||
| Warranty | 0.2 years | 0.2 years |
| Released | 2012-06-18 | 2012-06-18 |