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At a glance
Why this product
The Arcos Platform is the base you need for Thule's rear-mount cargo system — a 23.5 lb hitch platform that tilts for tailgate access. It pairs with the Arcos Box or carries coolers and bins on its own. The downside? It's essentially a proprietary platform that costs real money before you even add the cargo box, and the 2" receiver requirement rules out Class I hitches.
Detailed specs
| Receiver Size | 2 in |
| Weight Capacity | 500 lbs |
| Platform Length | 36 in |
| Platform Width | 24 in |
| Foldable | No |
| Ramp Included | No |
| Side Rails | No |
| Anti-Wobble Included | Yes |
| Tailgate Clearance | Yes |
| Carrier Weight | 23.5 lbs |
| Reflector Included | No |
| License Plate Holder | No |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon US | $439.95 | Out of Stock | Check Price |
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Tilting hitch platform for the Arcos cargo system
Last reviewed: April 2026
Hitch-mount cargo platform for gear boxes and coolers. 2" receiver, pairs with Arcos Box.
Price may vary. Prices and availability are subject to change.
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q5(2nd Gen (FY)) | 2017+ | good | |
| Q7(2nd Gen (4M)) | 2016+ | good |
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Based on 56 reviews
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| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| X5(4th Gen (G05)) | 2019+ | good | |
| X3(4th Gen (G01/LCI)) | 2022+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Equinox(4th Gen (EV)) | 2024+ | good | |
| Colorado(3rd Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| Silverado 1500(4th Gen (T1)) | 2019+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durango(3rd Gen (WD)) | 2011+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| F-150(14th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | workable | |
| Bronco(6th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Maverick(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sierra 1500(5th Gen (T1)) | 2019+ | good | |
| Yukon(5th Gen (T1)) | 2021+ | good | |
| Acadia(2nd Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| Canyon(3rd Gen (31XX)) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| HR-V(3rd Gen) | 2023+ | workable | |
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good | |
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good | |
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good | |
| Wrangler(JL) | 2018+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| RX(5th Gen (AL20)) | 2023+ | good | |
| NX(2nd Gen (AZ20)) | 2022+ | good | |
| GX(3rd Gen (GX550)) | 2024+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| CX-5(2017+ (KF)) | 2017+ | good | |
| CX-50(1st Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| CX-90(1st Gen) | 2024+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLE(4th Gen (W167)) | 2020+ | good | |
| GLC(2nd Gen (X254)) | 2023+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500(5th Gen (DT)) | 2019+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| R1S(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| R1T(1st Gen) | 2022+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| Crosstrek(3rd Gen) | 2024+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Tacoma(4th Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| Tacoma(3rd Gen) | 2016–2023 | good | |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| Tundra(3rd Gen) | 2022+ | good | |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | good | |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas(1st Gen) | 2018+ | good | |
| Tiguan(3rd Gen) | 2022+ | good | |
| ID.4(1st Gen) | 2021+ | good |
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