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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. Drew G. (verified owner)

    Love you product! Glad it’s made in the USA!

  2. Cameron E. (verified owner)

    Love the product!! Quality!!

  3. Trey S. (verified owner)

    Love my Pakmule!

  4. Kyle D. (verified owner)

    Love it very strong while still being light to be able to install and move

  5. Josh M. (verified owner)

    Best accessory I have bought for my 4Runner. Construction is outstanding and made family trips to the woods and waters doable with all the interior room the Pakmule saves me!

  6. Justin

    I’ve only had my basket for a few weeks now, so can’t confirm the durability of it quite yet. However, compared to everything else on the market you can tell it’s built to last. The welds are legit and I see no reason why this would not last me a lifetime. It’s easy enough to install by myself and once on is rock solid. I could stand on the basket and had the whole truck rocking with it. The customer service is on another level. I spoke to the owner directly and he is just an honest, good guy and his passion for the outdoors is evident. I will definitely be using it for my bike, camping and trips to the hardware store, nursery etc. Like a lot of things, I just assume pay the extra money up front to buy one quality product that will last a lifetime. This is no exception.

  7. G.Polcaro

    I run a machine shop and have been working with metals for 20 or so years and find the build is top notch with quality. 2 inch aluminum bar for the receiver, that’s ridiculous, in a sick way!
    And hats off to the welder, the TIG welds are super clean. I know this product will last forever, great work not cutting corners. To all the clowns on FB with comments of $100 versions elsewhere, good luck!

  8. John D. (verified owner)

    Wow all around. The product is amazing and the service might even top that. The washer binds on my factory Toyota receiver weld, so they shipped me a modified washer today. Email responses were within minutes. The only thing additional that I think it needs is a brake light, and they have that in development. In the interim I’m adding a trailer brake light / turn light from Amazon because we all know how drivers are these days…

    Thanks again for a solid product. We’re taking it to Hatteras this weekend for camping and surf fishing on the beach.

  9. Carr (verified owner)

    Very tough to find quality in the cargo carrier space. I have owned many over the years. They tend to be bulky, heavy, and awkward to attach to a receiver. Not to mention all the bruises inflicted to my shins.

    Super impressed by the Pakmule that I received yesterday. Everything that I had hoped for in a quality carrier.

    Y’all nailed it! Thank you!

  10. Colin R (verified owner)

    I purchased my PAKMULE in early August. Unlike the bulk of you, I didn’t buy it for some outdoorsy adventure filled with the dog, flannel, an SUV and a fly rod. I bought it for the scariest adventure of all…….dropping my daughter off at college for the first time.

    The first thing that struck me was that the tongue of the carrier is made of a solid bar of aluminum. I am a manufacturing guy, I didn’t expect that extra cost – I just assumed it would be tube. The thing is heavy duty, well made and light enough for me to easily handle by myself. It installed quickly and the locking, anti-wobble pin worked just as I had hoped. As a matter of fact, I packed it full of necessities (mini fridge, table, throw pillows and misc. boxes of supplies) and barely noticed it was there during the 6 hour road trip.

    To top it all off, the salty dad tears at drop off will have no effect on the aluminum.

    Great carrier that I would recommend to anyone who is looking for quality!

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