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Safe, Heavy-Duty Flat Towing for Cars, Trucks, Motorhomes and more

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CURT Flat Towing: Trust the Towing Experts

For nearly 30 years, CURT has set the standard for premium towing solutions trusted by professionals, RV enthusiasts, and everyday drivers alike. We are more than just a manufacturer. We are towing experts with a deep understanding of what makes a towing system not only reliable, but safe and easy to use. From trailer hitches and wiring to tow bars and flat towing brake systems, we deliver complete solutions designed to keep you moving with confidence, security, and control.

Our commitment to excellence starts with rigorous product testing. Every CURT tow bar and flat towing braking system is engineered and tested to meet stringent safety and performance standards. Built to perform in real-world conditions, our systems are designed to work together seamlessly, giving you a fully integrated flat towing setup you can rely on. Whether you're towing a compact vehicle, a heavy-duty truck, or a full-size trailer, you can trust CURT to provide a complete, dependable towing experience.


Why CURT Tow Bars Are Superior

Backed by decades of hands-on experience and innovation, the CURT line of RV tow bars and vehicle tow bars is built with the user in mind. These auto tow bars are crafted for simplicity, strength, and long-term durability. With user-friendly designs, durable materials, and industry-leading craftsmanship, CURT tow bars for motor homes, trucks, trailers, and cars deliver dependable performance every time you hit the road.

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Design expertise

Years of engineering experience have been poured into the design of our tow bars, delivering superior features, such as our non-binding latches and innovative sleeve-lock design. 

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Detailed craftsmanship

Down to the smallest detail, like a fully sealed design and slide-resistant arms, CURT  RV tow bars are crafted for real RVers and everyday road warriors.

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Uncompromised testing

Computer testing isn’t enough on its own. CURT RV tow bars are rigorously tested in real-world, physical conditions to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones.


Seeker Steel Tow Bar #70012

Take on your next flat towing adventure with confidence using the CURT Seeker™ Steel Tow Bar. Engineered for cars, trucks and SUVs up to 10,000 lbs., this heavy-duty tow bar delivers strength, stability, and smooth performance with its high-strength steel construction and premium components.

Built for the real world, it features three stowing positions for maximum versatility, a fully sealed design with rubber sleeves to block out dirt and debris, and a textured black powder coat for superior corrosion resistance. Simply put, the Seeker™ is tested, proven, and ready to tow.

 

Seeker™ Tow Bar Features & Benefits

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Rambler™ Steel Tow Bar #70015

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The new and improved CURT Rambler™ tow bar is a unique steel tow bar hitch, engineered for ease of use and dependable dinghy towing. It features a lightweight design, simple operation and a highly tested construction for safety. 

Rambler™ weighs less than 40 pounds but offers a max capacity of 7,500 pounds. Plus, it comes equipped with three-lug shackle ends that minimize stress on your base plate tabs for improved durability.

It is also quick and simple to hook up with its non-binding latches, auto-locking mechanisms, active slide-resistant arms and included safety cables.

 

Rambler™ Tow Bar Features & Benefits

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3 Reasons to Upgrade Your Tow Bar

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1. Hassle-free handling

CURT flat tow bars are unlike other steel tow bars. With a lightweight design, they're easy and ergonomic to lift, carry and install.

They also features non-binding latches and an inovative sleeve lock for easy hookup and release of your vehicle on uneven terrain.

Installing our tow bars are safe and controlled with their active, slide-resistant arms. The arms won’t slide out haphazardly, damaging your car or bumper like competitor models.

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2. Intuitive operation

Connecting your dinghy vehicle to your RV is fast and stress-free with our innovative sleeve lock and auto-locking design.

The latches quickly hook up to your base plate without manual locking required.

Unlike other motorhome tow bars, our tow bars provide three stowing positions. The arms fold to the right, left or apart, allowing you to adapt the design to your specific RV without obstruction.

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3. Peace of mind

Enjoy the adventure without stress! CURT tow bars undergo rigorous physical testing to ensure a safe tow for you and your fellow adventurers.

The Rambler™ is tested and safely rated for pulling up to 7,500 lbs. The Seeker™ is tested and rated as a heavy duty tow bar for pulling up to 10,000 lbs.


Heavy-Duty Tow Bars for Cars, Trucks, Jeeps, SUVs and More

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CURT tow bars can be used for towing a variety of vehicles and are much easier to use compared to an RV tow dolly. They can function as a car tow bar, Jeep tow bar or tow bar for trucks. Simply install the correct vehicle-specific base plates on the front of your vehicle.

Our adjustable tow bar design quickly and conveniently adapts to your vehicle, snapping into the attachment tabs without the need for time-consuming adjustments.


Why Should You Choose a CURT Tow Bar?

  • Heavy-duty construction: Our heavy duty tow bars are engineered for maximum strength, perfect for hauling full-size trucks, SUVs, and trailers.
  • Ease of use: CURT tow bars feature intuitive hookup systems and ergonomic designs that make connecting your vehicle fast and frustration-free.
  • Versatility: Whether you need a car tow bar, a tow bar for a truck, or a towing bar for a trailer, we have a model tailored to your exact needs.
  • Reliability: CURT products are built to outlast the road. Every trailer tow bar and truck towbar is tested in real-world conditions to ensure superior safety and performance.
  • Peace of mind: Towing shouldn’t be stressful. With CURT, you can focus on the adventure ahead knowing your tow bar is secure and ready for the road.
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Tow Bars & Accessories 

CURT tow bar accessories and replacement parts are designed to help you get the most out of your dinghy towing setup. Whether you're gearing up for a long road trip or maintaining your equipment for peak performance. Our lineup includes high-quality storage bags for keeping your tow bar clean and protected when not in use, as well as tow bar locks that add an extra layer of security during travel.

We also offer durable safety cables to ensure a reliable secondary connection between vehicles, giving you added peace of mind on the road. For maintenance and repairs, CURT provides replacement attachment tabs for our base plates, helping you extend the life of your towing system with easy-to-install, vehicle-specific components. With CURT, you can tow with confidence, knowing every part of your setup is built for safety, convenience, and long-term durability.


Flat Towing Brake Systems


CURT flat towing brake systems are engineered to give RV drivers greater control and confidence when towing a vehicle behind a motorhome. These supplemental braking systems apply the brakes in the towed vehicle in sync with the RV, helping reduce stopping distance and relieve strain on the motorhome’s braking system. CURT RVibrake 4 Portable Flat Tow Brake System offers a lightweight, portable design with quick setup and intelligent features like automatic positioning and brake-lock detection.

For a more permanent solution, the CURT RVibrake Shadow 2 Installed Flat Tow Brake System installs directly into the vehicle and activates automatically with tow-mode detection. Both systems respond in as little as half a second, helping deliver smoother, safer braking on every trip

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The CURT RVibrake 4 portable flat tow brake system is designed to make towing a vehicle behind your RV safer, simpler, and more controlled. By applying the towed vehicle’s brakes in sync with the RV, it helps reduce stopping distance and improves overall stability on the road.

With an ultra-fast 0.5-second response time and built-in brake-lock detection, RVibrake 4 provides reliable braking performance while helping protect your vehicle from improper setup.


RVibrake Shadow 2 Permanently Installed Flat Tow Brake System #52201

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The CURT RVibrake Shadow 2 is designed to make flat towing safer, simpler, and more seamless for RV owners. This permanently installed braking system adds reliable stopping power to your towed vehicle and automatically activates when towing is detected, helping your vehicle brake in sync with your RV.

With a rapid 0.5-second response time, a built-in 10-amp battery charger, and a clean plug-and-play installation that requires no wire cutting or splicing, the system delivers dependable performance without added hassle. Paired with the Bullseye wireless monitor for real-time feedback, the RVibrake Shadow 2 provides the confidence and control needed for safer towing on every journey. 


Heavy-Duty Tow Bars Built for Your Next Journey

From flat towing a car behind your motorhome to hauling work trucks between job sites, CURT has the solution. Our full range of tow bars for trucks, auto towbars, and RV tow bars are compatible with a wide variety of towing setups and vehicle types. Every product is designed for maximum functionality without sacrificing safety.

Flat Tow Bars FAQs 

1. What is a tow bar used for?

A tow bar is used to connect a vehicle (typically a car or SUV) to a motorhome, RV, or tow vehicle for flat towing (meaning all four wheels of the towed vehicle remain on the ground). It allows the towed vehicle to roll behind the towing vehicle safely and securely without the need for a trailer. Tow bars are commonly used by RV owners who want to bring a smaller vehicle along for local travel once they reach a campsite.

2. What is the difference between a hitch and a tow bar?

A hitch and a tow bar serve different but complementary roles in a towing setup. The hitch is a receiver mounted to the frame of the towing vehicle, like an RV, truck, or SUV, and acts as the primary attachment point for various towing accessories. One of those accessories can be a tow bar, which is the equipment used to connect a second vehicle (the one being towed) to the towing vehicle.

The tow bar attaches to the front of the towed vehicle and plugs into the hitch receiver, allowing the towed vehicle to roll on all four wheels behind the tow vehicle in what’s known as flat towing. In essence, the hitch is mounted on the vehicle doing the towing, while the tow bar bridges the connection between the two vehicles.

3. Do you need a braking system to flat tow?

Yes, in most cases, you do need a supplemental braking system to flat tow a vehicle safely and legally. A braking system applies the brakes on the towed vehicle in sync with the tow vehicle, helping to reduce stopping distance and prevent excessive strain on the towing vehicle’s brakes.

Many states and provinces require a braking system by law, especially if the towed vehicle exceeds a certain weight—often around 1,500 to 3,000 lbs. Even if not legally required, using one significantly improves safety and control, particularly during emergency stops, steep descents, or long-distance travel.

4. Does CURT offer accessories to complete my dinghy towing setup?

Yes, we offer base plates, wiring, security cables, electrical plugs, fuses, adapters, and other accessories to outfit your setup. Check out this helpful dinghy towing guide to determine everything you need to dinghy tow.

5. Are CURT tow bars compatible with competitive base plates?

CURT is continuing to develop the widest application-specific base plate offering. However, if we do not have your specific model, our tow bars are compatible with Blue Ox attachment tabs.

6. Why are the quick links stamped WLL880lbs?

The quick links are stamped WLL880lbs because this is the working load limit for a component under tension. Since the quick links are used in combination with safety cables, they use the component's breaking strength. The (WLL) Working Load of the quick link is 20% of the component's Breaking Strength. The Breaking Strength for each quick link is 4,400 lbs.

Disclaimers: These photographs, recommendations, and approximations are intended for demonstration purposes only and do not reflect the specifications of any particular tow vehicle, recreational vehicle, or trailer. Always consult the manufacturer’s Owner's Manual. All third-party product names, logos, brands, and other trademarks shown are the property of their respective trademark holders, and use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.