Fixed towbars

Functional solution for everyday use

COST EFFECTIVE TOWBAR SYSTEM FOR REGULAR USE

The fixed towbar is the most affordable towbar system and is ideal for regular use. Westfalia-Automotive offer two different types of fixed towbar, the swan neck and flange.

SWAN NECK TOWBAR

The swan neck towbar is the most common type of towbar used across Europe. With the swan neck the tow ball and the neck form one piece of the towbar. This type of towbar is becoming more and more popular in the UK due to the appearance of the towbar looking neater and with it having a slimmer profile to the flange towbar it is less likely to trigger parking sensors.

If you want to tow and attach a cycle carrier at the same time, the swan neck towbar will not be for you. Be careful though, you must add together the weight of the bikes and the nose weight of the trailer, the two added together should not exceed the maximum nose weight stated by the vehicle manufacturer.

The swan neck towbar can also be used with an ALKO or BPW stabiliser without the need for modification. An additional towball will have to be purchased that is ALKO compatible if you are fitting a flange towball. If you are using a stabiliser with built in friction pads it is essential that all paint and grease is removed from the towball prior to use.

F10 - Welded model
F20 - Bolted model

FLANGE TOWBAR

The flange towbar was for many years the only type of towbar manufactured in the UK. The tow ball is bolted to the towbar with either two bolts or four bolts. The flange is a versatile towbar which can be used with towball mounted accessories eg cycle carriers, bumper protectors and all types of stabilisers, all mounted between the towbar and ball. The flange towbar is non-removable.

If you want to tow and attach a cycle carrier at the same time, the flange towbar will be for you. Be careful though, you must add together the weight of the bikes and the nose weight of the trailer, the two added together should not exceed the maximum nose weight stated by the vehicle manufacturer.

The flange towbar can also be used with an ALKO or BPW stabiliser without the need for modification. An additional towball will have to be purchased that is ALKO compatible. If you are using a stabiliser with built in friction pads it is essential that all paint and grease is removed from the towball prior to use.

F30 - 2 Hole fixing
F40 - 4 Hole fixing

The benefits of a fixed towbar from Westfalia-Automotive

  • Uncomplicated: The Westfalia-Automotive towbar is known for its quick and precise mounting performance
  • Always ready: Because it is mounted permanently, the fixed towbar is ideal for constant use
  • The original: Westfalia-Automotive invented the towbar. When you buy a towbar from Westfalia-Automotive, you know you'll get OEM quality

Towbar with welded (F10) or bolted (F20) tow ball neck

For some people, having a towbar on their vehicle isn't just helpful, it's a necessity. For these users, a fixed towbar is the right choice. The mechanism is available with a welded (F10) or bolted (F20) tow ball neck and is available for almost all standard automotive brands and vehicle types.

Simple to use

The fixed towbar is always attached to the vehicle, so you can tow at any time. It's quick and easy to use, and ensures maximum convenience. Hooking up the trailer's electrical systems is also quick and easy as Westfalia-Automotive's wiring kits are designed for a precise and secure electrical connection between vehicle and trailer or caravan.

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