$695.00 – $1,070.00
OUR BEST-SELLING PAKMULE CARRIER
Straight Hitch Tongue
This is our standard offering, and it positions the Scout to come straight out of your hitch. Fits 90% of vehicles on the market, including Jeeps, SUV’s and Trucks.
– Carry Capacity: 500lbs
– Vehicle Examples: Any Vehicle with at least 14 inches of clearance.
4” Riser Hitch Tongue
This option positions the Scout 4” above your receiver hitch – great for any vehicle with rear-facing exhaust, including full size trucks and SUV’s, as well as vehicles with a lower hitch height, and vehicles looking for some extra trail clearance.
– Carry Capacity: 300lbs
– Vehicle Examples: Vehicles with Rear-Facing Exhaust, Low Clearance Trucks or SUVs, Off-Road Builds
7” Riser Hitch Tongue
This option positions the Scout 7” above your vehicle’s receiver hitch – Originally designed for the UTV market, this option provides the best departure angle for trail running vehicles. It is also our recommended option for smaller SUV’s, CUV’s, Minivans and sedans with a 2” hitch, and is popular on Tesla, Outback and the Toyota Prius. If you have a vehicle with a 2” hitch receiver that is lower than 14” off the ground, or you are running some heavy trails, this is the best choice for you.
– Carry Capacity: 300lbs
– Vehicle Examples: UTVs, Sedans, Minivans, CUV’s and smaller SUV’s (Not recommend for trucks with a tailgate – 7” height prevents dropping your tailgate fully)
Be aware of proximity to exhaust. Heat from vehicle exhaust can damage paint and can melt cargo products loaded. This is primarily a concern on rear-facing exhaust.
100% ALUMINUM
100% Aluminum Construction means it’s lightweight and will never rust… for a lifetime of low maintenance!
MADE FOR TOMORROW
Made from 70% recycled aluminum material, and shipped with minimal plastic packaging for a better tomorrow. Every cut and every shaving during our process, is recycled to remove waste during the manufacturing process.
MADE IN AMERICA
Built in the U.S.A., with U.S.A. materials. We build our products in safe environment, follow EPA guidelines and ensure that our people go home safe. No child labor here. And less carbon emissions than if shipped from the other side of the world. It’s all one Earth, and if you’ve ever experienced an African Dust storm in your hometown, you know that we all share the same air. That’s why it’s important to do it right, for everyone. No cut corners. Just good products built right, because it matters.
ROUND PIPE CONSTRUCTION
Pipe construction makes securing your equipment simple, especially when used in conjunction with our MULEstraps. Also makes it easy to carry! Rounded edges ensure you won’t tear your pants, or bruise your legs.
WOBBLE-FREE DESIGN
Our patented anti-wobble design is so good, it’s patented! The SCOUT features a hollow tongue, with a solid 1.5″ threaded insert, and a stainless steel threaded pin that bolt it to your hitch to prevent your rack from dancing while you’re driving. An automotive grade lock is not included with the SCOUT, but is available for purchase to keep the SCOUT safe in your hitch.
SPECIFICATIONS
Weight: 37 pounds
Capacity: 500 pounds
Outside Dimensions: 56″ x 29″ x 6″
Interior Dimensions: 54″ x 27″ x 3.5″
100% Made in U.S.A. by craftsmen who take pride in every detail. When you buy PAKMULE, you know you are supporting American jobs, and American families.
BUILT-IN FLOOR
No Decking necessary on this model. Strategic hole placement for easy handling plus a drilled floor to expel water, snow and sand.
SHIPPING
Due to its size, we are able to ship our Scout model UPS Ground. It’s an easy and quick ship method. Current transit time, once it leaves our dock, is 2-4 days, and we offer expedited options at checkout as well.
Every Industry is suffering labor shortages right now, including freight and shipping companies. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee timing of shipping, and are not responsible for freight arriving “on time;” we cannot provide full refunds for freight issues or freight that arrives a day after your trip. Delivery and return shipping costs will be deducted from any returns or refunds.
WARNING: Do NOT load items on the product in front of your vehicle’s tailpipe, due to possible damage or health hazards. Do NOT exceed your vehicle hitch’s maximum tongue weight. Refer to the product installation video available at the QR code [note: include the QR code on the sticker]. It is your responsibility to consult your vehicle’s owner’s manual to ensure safe product use based on your specific vehicle.
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Our patented anti-wobble technology involves threading in our proprietary pin though your hitch straight into the tongue on your PAKMULE. Double check your hitch and ensure you pick the correct pin size for your hitch.
The most popular pin choice.
90% of vehicles will need this pin.
Works for most 2 or 2 1/2" hitches.
Some new model Lexus and Toyota vehicles have a wide set 2" hitch. You will need this pin to properly engage your PAKMULE.
Required for: New Model Tacoma, Sequoia, LX600. *New Model Land Crusier uses a 3 inch pin.
Got a hefty 3" hitch, make sure to get a 3" pin and use your hitch reducer.
These Vehicles will also require a 3" pin: New Model Lexus GX 550, Rivian R1S + RST, 2024+ Land Cruiser, Ford Super Duty Trucks
M T K (verified owner) –
What a great product. Even the packaging was streamlined and easy to unpack. Very easy to assemble (although it’s a little piece of hell if you try to do it with the provided wrenches-get two socket wrenches and counter-rotate). Feels very sturdy and well-constructed. I need to go out and get a 7/8″ socket to complete the installation, which is a little bit of a bummer. This is the first thing I’ve ever put in a tow hitch receiver, and it has been generally unintimidating. Also, quite the looker. Worth the premium price for the made in the USA quality and environmental responsibility.
Robert A. (verified owner) –
Nicely built, quality product. Excited to put it to use.
Marc N. –
My upcoming vacation is a week away at the time I write this review. However, the fact that I had to assemble very little in connection to the carrier already is an upside for me. Also, the product looks stunning. I feel like it’s worth the money. I am hopping that I have no issues when I take off next week. Installation was easy; it looks like a quality product; great size for all the gears we plan to take to our 1 week trip; and it’s made in the US (goes perfectly well with my Jeep, haha).
Doug B. (verified owner) –
THE PAKMULE SCOUT FIT PERFECTLY ON MY 2023 FORD BRONCO WILDTRAK. THE SWINGING REAR DOOR OF THE VEHICLE CLEARS THE CARRIER COMPLETELY. . IT IS MADE OF EXCEPTIONALLY GOOD AND STRONG MATERIAL AND I BELIEVE IT WILL PERFORM PERFECTLY FOR YEARS.
David N. (verified owner) –
So far so good! If went together really easy and fits awesome on my Jeep! I’m so psyched that I chose to go with Pakmule!
Karl S. (verified owner) –
Killer product! Just bought a gwagon and needed it for an upcoming trip. Shipping was immediate and was ready for the trip. Very secure and strong… I used it to stand on to load my roof items as well.. not sure if that voids my warranty but I’m pretty sure, based on how it’s built I won’t be needing the warranty.
Jimmy M. –
Have used multiple brands of cargo carriers and finally got the best!!
Victor T. –
Only took 15 minutes to put it together from the moment I unboxed it. Definitely read the Pakmule instructions regarding the threaded bolt and lock. Perform the sequence exactly as instructed and the carrier will mount up all snug without any wobble. Again, read the instructions on this to ensure nothing gets cross-threaded and the assembly doesn’t wobble on the hitch.
The only thing I would change regarding the lock is to offer the option of a rubber sleeve to slide over the main cylinder. My GX 460 hitch has a flange that extends to the point that the cylinder makes direct contact. Hitting bumps or any kind of vibration is going to mar up the finish of the flange and swiveling lock cylinder.
Overall, the carrier looks great and feels snug on the hitch.
Kyle C. (verified owner) –
Fit and finish is great. I love the threaded receiver to lock everything down tightly. The hitching post is a must for storage, and I love how it all marries up. Great buy for our family of six looking forward to getting years of use out of it.
Russell B. (verified owner) –
I was skeptical about the anti wobble claim to start. Cue foot in mouth. There is actually no wobble. Trailer hitch companies should take note!