Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013
#2 in Tow barFull review
For towing a heavy SUV or pickup. It pairs a high rating and lifetime cover with a fair price.
Amazon $950.70$950.70
The Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 is the better tow bar overall, rated 4.0 to 3.8. The Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 leads on capacity or braking and price. The Demco Dominator 9511008 wins on weight or install. The Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 costs $280.60 less ($950.70 vs $1,231.30).
Demco Dominator 9511008
#5 in Tow barFull review
For anyone who wants the lightest bar to lift and stow. You pay extra for the low weight.
Amazon $1,231.30$1,231.30
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 Excali-Bar 3 9511013 for capacity or braking (10,500 lb towing capacity vs 7,500 lb towing capacity) and price ($950.70 vs $1,231.30).
- Choose the Demco Dominator 9511008 for weight or install (30 lb vs 46 lb).
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 | Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 | Demco Dominator 9511008 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Price 25% | 53 $950.70 | 27 $1,231.30 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 79 10,500 lb towing capacity | 36 7,500 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 36 46 lb | 100 30 lb |
| Features 20% | 90 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included | 90 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 | Demco Dominator 9511008 | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 10,500 lb | 7,500 lb |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | Yes | Yes |
| Brake included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 46 lb | 30 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |