CURT Seeker 70012
#8 in Tow barFull review
For towing a big SUV or pickup without paying for a premium bar. A good value at 10,000 lb.
Amazon $1,047.54$1,047.54
The CURT Seeker 70012 is the better tow bar overall, rated 3.7 to 3.4. The CURT Seeker 70012 leads on price and weight or install. The NSA Hercules 12K wins on capacity or braking and features. The CURT Seeker 70012 costs $627.46 less ($1,047.54 vs $1,675).
NSA Hercules 12K
#12 in Tow barFull review
For a heavy vehicle when you want the brake built into the bar. It is heavy and costly, so weigh it against a bar and brake bought separately.
Amazon $1,675$1,675
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 CURT Seeker 70012 for price ($1,047.54 vs $1,675) and weight or install (44 lb vs 56 lb).
- Choose the NSA Hercules 12K for capacity or braking (12,000 lb towing capacity vs 10,000 lb towing capacity) and features (self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome vs self-aligning arms, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included).
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 | CURT Seeker 70012 | NSA Hercules 12K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.7/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 43 $1,047.54 | 0 $1,675 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 71 10,000 lb towing capacity | 100 12,000 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 44 44 lb | 0 56 lb |
| Features 20% | 60 self-aligning arms, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included | 75 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| CURT Seeker 70012 | NSA Hercules 12K | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 10,000 lb | 12,000 lb |
| Hitch | 2 in receiver | 2 in receiver |
| Material | Steel | Aluminum and steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | - | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | Yes | No |
| Brake included | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 44 lb | 56 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |