For short or rare tows of a small car on the smallest budget. Regular RV travelers should buy a self-aligning bar.
Amazon $140.04
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.
- 12,000 lbCapacity
- 56 lbWeight
- 2 in receiverHitch
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- A surge brake is built into a 12,000 lb bar
- In-dash monitor shows when the brake works
- Lifetime warranty
- The heaviest bar here at 56 lb
- The priciest bar here
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Specifications
| Model number | HA-10002 |
|---|---|
| Tow bar | |
| Type | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 12,000 lb |
| Hitch | 2 in receiver |
| Material | Aluminum and steel |
| Self-aligning arms | Yes |
| Non-binding latches | Yes |
| Stores on motorhome | Yes |
| Safety cables included | No |
| Brake included | Yes |
| Build | |
| Weight | 56 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
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