Blue Ox Alpha BX7390
#16 in Tow barFull review
For a car or small SUV behind a midsize motorhome. It is easy to handle, but rivals offer more capacity and longer warranties for the money.
Amazon $1,036.64$1,036.64
The Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 is the better tow bar overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 leads on weight or install. The Blue Ox Avail BX7421 wins on capacity or braking. The Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 costs $61.27 less ($1,036.64 vs $1,097.91).
Blue Ox Avail BX7421
#19 in Tow barFull review
For towing a midsize SUV or pickup with a 2 in receiver. It is solid and proven, but heavy, and the warranty is short.
Amazon $1,097.91$1,097.91
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 for weight or install (40 lb vs 53 lb).
- Choose the Blue Ox Avail BX7421 for capacity or braking (10,000 lb towing capacity vs 8,500 lb towing capacity).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every tow bar tow bar; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 | Blue Ox Avail BX7421 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 44 $1,036.64 | 38 $1,097.91 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 50 8,500 lb towing capacity | 71 10,000 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 60 40 lb | 8 53 lb |
| Features 20% | 70 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, safety cables included | 70 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, safety cables included |
| Warranty 20% | 22 3-year warranty | 22 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Blue Ox Alpha BX7390 | Blue Ox Avail BX7421 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 8,500 lb | 10,000 lb |
| Hitch | 2 in receiver | 2 in receiver |
| Material | Steel | Steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | Yes | Yes |
| Brake included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 40 lb | 53 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |