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
4.1/5
For a car or midsize SUV on a budget. It brings aluminum and lifetime cover for much less than the big names.
- 8,000 lbCapacity
- 37 lbWeight
- 2 in receiverHitch
Check price at Amazon$750
Price checked November 3, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- The cheapest aluminum motorhome-mounted bar here
- Telescoping arms release on uneven ground
- Folds against the motorhome bumper to store
- Lifetime warranty
Cons
- 8,000 lb rating
- Comes with safety straps rather than cables
The NSA Ready Brute II family
Every NSA Ready Brute II model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| NSA Ready Brute II (this one) | 8,000 lb | 4.1/5 | $750 |
| NSA Ready Brute Elite II | 8,000 lb | 3.3/5 | $1,599.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | RB-9025-2 |
|---|---|
| Tow bar | |
| Type | Tow bar |
| Towing capacity | 8,000 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 | No |
| Build | |
| Weight | 37 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Alternatives in this type
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
Demco Commander 2 9511012
#4 in Tow barFull review
For a car or small SUV on a budget, with the release and warranty of pricier bars.
Amazon $788.64$788.64
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