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PAKMULE Pro – Original

$995.00

PAKMULE Pro – Original

$995.00

(193 customer reviews)

The PAKMULE Original is the rack that started it all.  A fully T.I.G. welded beast of a hitch rack, boasting over 12 square feet of cargo space (yes, half the size of a pickup bed)!  Made from 100% aluminum, PAKMULE will never rust, weighs a mere 42lbs, and yet is burly enough to handle 650lbs of cargo!

Our Pro series racks feature a solid aluminum tongue (yes a burly, 2″x2″ solid piece of structural grade aluminum right into the hitch) to handle the toughest loads and the knarliest roads.  All Pro series racks are hand welded, and then heat-treated for extra strength right here in Texas.

Everything you need, and nothing you don’t.  The pipe frame design of our Pro series units are made for big gear and large loads.  They self clean, resist holding dirt or mud, and provide unlimited spots to wrap your MULEstraps around, to ensure your gear doesn’t go anywhere.

Includes our patented anti-wobble connection that bolts your PAKMULE directly to your hitch, keeping everything secure, whether you’re crossing a continent or rambling down some backroad.  Pro Series racks also include our Stainless Steel lock for added hitch security.

All PAKMULE Hitch Racks feature a patented design that make it easy to raise SUV lift gates, and drop truck tailgates while loaded down with gear to make accessing all your gear easy.*  Otherwise, what’s the point?

It’s not just a hitch basket, it’s a PAKMULE.

PAKMULE installs into a 2″ square receiver opening. With reducers, the PAKMULE will fit in a 2.5″ receiver hitch. If you have a 3″ hitch, be sure to purchase a 3″ hitch pin.

(*in many configurations. Coolers sizes tested up to a Yeti 65 along outer rail for most SUV’s. Yeti 45’s for truck tailgates. Larger sizes may not open.)

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.

Description

100% ALUMINUM     

100% Aluminum Construction means no paint to chip and no rust to destroy… 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   

Fully welded in the U.S.A., with U.S.A. material. 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! Boasting a threaded solid aluminum tongue, and a stainless steel threaded pin to prevent your basket from dancing while you’re driving. Includes a stainless steel, automotive grade lock to keep it safe in your hitch.

SPECIFICATIONS  

Weight: 42 pounds
Capacity: 650 pounds
Outside Dimensions: 69″ x 28″ x 8.25″
Interior Dimensions: 67″ x 26″ x 7.25″

Hitch lower than 14″ off the ground? You should consider our Ridgeline model, that includes a built-in 7″ riser!  Got a rear spare-tire? Check out our low rail SwayBack or The Scout.

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.

SHIPPING:  

The Original ships fully welded and assembled, and therefore ships in a HUGE box.  We ship the Original via Freight Carrier; This is not the UPS Ground or FEDex trucks your normal orders come in – Freight requires an 18-Wheeler for delivery, like when you order a sofa, therefore the freight carrier will call you to coordinate and schedule delivery. Current transit time, once it leaves our dock, is about 5 business days depending on location (weekends don’t count). Rural areas may take longer. Please call us with your address for specific details if needed.

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.  Because of the high cost of freight shipping, 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.

193 reviews for PAKMULE Pro – Original

  1. Luke F

    Love my PAKMULE!!! It is significantly larger that the hitch rack I was previously using and weighs 20 pounds less. Solid piece of equipment, well worth the money!!!

  2. Lucian M.

    I’m always hauling gear. The pakmule has been a fantastic addition to my kit. It’s beautifully built, lightweight, easy to use. It’s a rock solid product and well worth the investment. The Mulestraps are great as well. Easy Five Star Rating for The company and product. Go Get Yours!

  3. Marcus B.

    I have had multiple bumper racks and nothing compares to the heavy duty PAKMULE….It has lived up to my expectations in the rugged, rocky hill country of Texas! I don’t think I’ll ever have to buy another one as the PAKMULE is built for life!

  4. Bill P. (verified owner)

    The Original Pakmule Hitch Basket has been a GREAT purchase! Light weight, easy to hook up and is secure. Lots of room to haul lots of gear! Love it! Love it! Love it!

  5. Stephen S. (verified owner)

    After seeing the Pakmule in person at SEWE in Charleston SC, I knew I had to have it. I had been searching for a cargo carrier for awhile but everything I found was inferior and had subpar reviews. Once I received my pakmule I put it on my 4runner, threw the camping gear and the yeti on it then headed off to the smokey mountains. I never heard a rattle once the instructions were easy to follow and it was easy to install. I have zero complaints after a weekend of use on mountain roads, it performed perfectly. I can’t wait to use it this upcoming elk hunting season in Colorado!

  6. Brian D.

    After installing the PAKMULE, the first thing you’ll notice is the solid receiver lockup – there is not a millimeter of wobble. Superb welds on the aluminum give PAKMULE the strength to carry extremely heavy loads like large coolers full of ice and game, mountains of feed sacks or big load of firewood. Generous sizing allows you to pack a variety of gear with room to spare, and there is plenty of clearance to drop a pickup tailgate. Hunting, camping, overlanding… no matter what you do with your truck, you will find plenty of uses for a PAKMULE.

  7. Matt

    PakMule is LEGIT. We’ve had a good game carriers on our hunting rigs but have always had to get a guy to give us some add-ons to help with the wobble. PakMule’s threaded locking/tightening hitch install makes it easy. Bought ours last year and day 1 loaded it up and went to Florida on a road trip. No wobble. Another hidden gem is the license plate transfer spot on the logo plate. Got pulled over a few years back in West Texas because the cooler on our game carrier was blocking our license plate. No mas with PakMule…we’re all good now.

  8. Diane K. (verified owner)

    I bought the Original Pakmule for my husband for Christmas and it was the perfect present. #1: I love that I can handle it myself. #2: it’s so sturdy on the back of our suburban. #3: It looks great! We use it to carry fuel cans, and larger items when we go out to our family ranch. I also love that we are buying a Texas-made product!

  9. Jeff S.

    Love my Pakmule. It’s a great addition to my 4Runner. The biggest feature is the weight. I mounted it in my garage (Container Store wide ladder hook) with ease and don’t have to worry about it pulling the screws out of the wall. It’s super stable and handles anything I throw at it. Much better than my heavy old steel welded hitch haul.

  10. Rick G (verified owner)

    If you’ve already read all the reviews, then you know how great this thing is. There’s really nothing that I would change. The Pakmule is great gear. As a person who’s always hunting for the next great piece of gear, I can’t think of a way to make it better. Get one; you won’t be disappointed. Easy to give it 5 stars. We take it hunting all fall and use for tailgating when we are not hunting. It’s a terrific piece of gear.

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