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 3.4. The Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 leads on price, weight or install and features. The NSA Hercules 12K wins on capacity or braking. The Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 costs $724.30 less ($950.70 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 Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 for price ($950.70 vs $1,675), weight or install (46 lb vs 56 lb) and features (self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome, safety cables included vs self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome).
- Choose the NSA Hercules 12K for capacity or braking (12,000 lb towing capacity vs 10,500 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 | Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 | NSA Hercules 12K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Price 25% | 53 $950.70 | 0 $1,675 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 79 10,500 lb towing capacity | 100 12,000 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 36 46 lb | 0 56 lb |
| Features 20% | 90 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, 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
| Demco Excali-Bar 3 9511013 | NSA Hercules 12K | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 10,500 lb | 12,000 lb |
| Hitch | - | 2 in receiver |
| Material | - | Aluminum and steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | Yes | No |
| Brake included | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 46 lb | 56 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |