Demco Air Force One
#3 in BrakeFull review
For diesel pushers towing one car. It is a well rounded installed brake for air brake coaches.
Amazon $1,323.81$1,323.81
The Demco Air Force One is the better tow bar overall, rated 4.2 to 3.8. The Demco Air Force One leads on weight or install and price. The CURT RVibrake 4 52202 wins on warranty. The Demco Air Force One costs $272.14 less ($1,323.81 vs $1,595.95).
CURT RVibrake 4 52202
#6 in BrakeFull review
For owners who want a portable brake with a wireless monitor. Check that its braking style suits you before paying this much.
Amazon $1,595.95$1,595.95
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 Demco Air Force One for weight or install (stays installed in the car vs portable, set up each trip) and price ($1,323.81 vs $1,595.95).
- Choose the CURT RVibrake 4 52202 for warranty (limited lifetime warranty vs 5-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every brake tow bar; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Demco Air Force One | CURT RVibrake 4 52202 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.2/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 52 $1,323.81 | 28 $1,595.95 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 100 proportional braking | 50 braking type not published (neutral score used) |
| Weight or install 15% | 100 stays installed in the car | 50 portable, set up each trip |
| Features 20% | 100 breakaway included, motorhome monitor included | 100 breakaway included, motorhome monitor included |
| Warranty 20% | 44 5-year warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Demco Air Force One | CURT RVibrake 4 52202 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Supplemental brake | Supplemental brake |
| Braking | ||
| Proportional | Yes | - |
| Install | Installed | Portable |
| Breakaway included | Yes | Yes |
| Motorhome monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Motorhome brakes | Air brakes | - |
| Build | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | Limited lifetime |