NSA Ready Brute II
#1 in Tow barFull review
For a car or midsize SUV on a budget. It brings aluminum and lifetime cover for much less than the big names.
Amazon $750$750
The NSA Ready Brute II and the NSA Atlas 12K are evenly matched, rated 4.1 and 4.0. The NSA Ready Brute II leads on weight or install and price. The NSA Atlas 12K wins on capacity or braking. The NSA Ready Brute II costs $75 less ($750 vs $825).
NSA Atlas 12K
#3 in Tow barFull review
For a heavy SUV or pickup on a budget. The most capacity per dollar here, but it is heavy to lift.
Amazon $825$825
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 NSA Ready Brute II for weight or install (37 lb vs 55 lb) and price ($750 vs $825).
- Choose the NSA Atlas 12K for capacity or braking (12,000 lb towing capacity vs 8,000 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 | NSA Ready Brute II | NSA Atlas 12K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.1/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Price 25% | 77 $750 | 68 $825 |
| Capacity or braking 20% | 43 8,000 lb towing capacity | 100 12,000 lb towing capacity |
| Weight or install 15% | 72 37 lb | 0 55 lb |
| Features 20% | 75 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome | 75 self-aligning arms, non-binding latches, stores on the motorhome |
| Warranty 20% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 100 limited lifetime warranty |
Specifications
| NSA Ready Brute II | NSA Atlas 12K | |
|---|---|---|
| Tow bar | ||
| Type | Tow bar | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 8,000 lb | 12,000 lb |
| Hitch | 2 in receiver | 2 in receiver |
| Material | Aluminum and steel | Aluminum and steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes | Yes |
| Safety cables included | No | No |
| Brake included | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 37 lb | 55 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | Limited lifetime |