TOWBAR TYPES

There are various types of Towbar fitment – each with a specific purpose – here are the most commonly used types:

Witter Detachable Towbar

Detachable Towbar

This is the most popular type for most vehicles and applications. When not in use, the ‘Swan Neck’ section is removable with a simple turn of the locking mechanism. The electrical section in most cases, can also be folded away underneath the vehicle. Also ideal for cars with rear parking sensors.

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Fixed Swan Neck Towbar

Fixed ‘Swan Neck’

The Fixed ‘Swan Neck’ option is the ideal option if you need a full-time towbar. This option is also suitable if you are using an AL-KO Stabiliser when towing a Caravan or Trailer. With a vehicle-specific wiring loom, in most cases the Rear Parking Sensors can be disabled with this setup.

AL-KO Towball

Fixed ‘Flange’ Towball

This type of Towball can be fitted with rear bumper protection plates/shields and is suitable for normal towing and fitment of towbar-mounted cycle carriers and most stabilisers*. With a vehicle-specific wiring loom, in most cases the Rear Parking Sensors can be disabled with this setup.

Bradley Tow Hitch

Ball & Pin Coupling

The Combined Ball and Pin Hitch is most commonly used on commercial vehicles to allow hitch or towing eye trailers to be used.

AL-KO Stabiliser for Caravan Towing

AL-KO Stabilisers require a specific, AL-KO compatible Towball*. The specified Towball features an extended neck which enables the AL-KO Stabiliser to grip more securely. Talk to our experts to find out the best option for your vehicle.

*PLEASE NOTE: Normal 50mm Fixed-Flange Towballs are not recommended for use with AL-KO type Stabilisers. Please ask for details.

VIEW OUR GALLERIES

Our Galleries feature a small selection of recent makes and models that we have installed various types of Towbar Systems for.
We have an extensive library of images of vehicles going back many years, so if you don’t see your specific vehicle here, the chances are pretty good that we will have a reference on our office system.
Just call us with the vehicle make, model and year and we’ll check our database.

Saloon Car

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Estate Car

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Hatchback

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4x4 Off Road

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MPV

MPVs / FAMILY CARS

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Commercials Pickups

PICKUPS / TRUCKS

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Vans

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Motorhomes

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Towbar Services Ltd is proud to provide products and services to many local businesses including:

Ford UK
Snows Group
Marshall Mercedes
Sparshatt Group
Martins Group Nissan
Picador Vauxhall
WTW Truck Hire
Adams Morey