At California RV Specialists, we sell and professionally install complete Blue Ox flat tow systems — including tow bars, base plates, braking systems, wiring kits, and towing accessories. Whether you are new to flat towing or upgrading from another setup, our team will help guide you through product selection and installation to ensure a safe, reliable, and properly matched towing system for your motorhome and tow vehicle.
Blue Ox is the Leader in Flat Towing Products
What’s Included in a Basic Blue Ox Flat Tow Package?
- Tow Bar – connects the motorhome to the tow vehicle
- Base Plate – mounts to the tow vehicle and connects to the tow bar
- Braking System – California requires supplementary braking when towing over 1,500 lbs
- Wire Kit – integrates the towed vehicle lighting to operate with the motorhome
- Accessories – additional components for proper and safe towing function
- Labor – installation typically requires 16–24 hours (labor rate: $200/hr)
Our goal is to ensure your Blue Ox towing system is installed correctly, operates safely, and provides peace of mind on every trip.
SO HOW MUCH DOES A FLAT TOW SETUP COST?
On average, a flat tow package price can range anywhere between $7,000.00 – $10,000.00; depending on what is needed to make your vehicle towable.
Tow Bars
Choose a tow bar that matches vehicle weight & tab width of the baseplate.
Apollo™
All steel construction.
15,000 lbs towing capacity.
2.5” Receiver.
- Rated for larger, full-sized pickups and SUVs, up to 15,000 pounds
- Self-aligning for quick and easy hook-up
- Off-set triple lugs and non-binding latches ease unhooking on uneven terrain
- Rubber boots to prevent dirt and debris from damaging the legs
- Safety cables included
- 3 year warranty
Ascent™
Aluminum construction.
7,500 lbs towing capacity.
2” Receiver.
- Rated for smaller cars and SUVs, up to 7,500 pounds
- Self-aligning for quick and easy hook-up
- Off-set triple lugs and non-binding latches ease unhooking on uneven terrain
- Rubber boots to prevent dirt and debris from damaging the legs
- Safety cables included
- 3 year warranty
Avail™
All steel construction.
10,000 lbs towing capacity.
2” Receiver.
- Rated for a wide variety of towed vehicles from larger cars, to pickups, and SUVs
- Self-aligning for quick and easy hook-up
- Off-set triple lugs and non-binding latches ease unhooking on uneven terrain
- Rubber boots to prevent dirt and debris from damaging the legs
- Safety cables included
- 3 year warranty
Baseplate
Installs on the frame of your vehicle, cutting & modifications are required.
Motorhome Dinghy Towing with a Blue Ox Baseplate
Blue Ox Baseplates are the #1 choice for America’s towing needs. Our baseplates are custom made to best fit each individual towing situation without requiring drastic alterations to the vehicle. These durable, steel constructed baseplates are easily integrated into the original frame and bumper.
The weight is spread evenly to minimize pressure on the suspension.
Wiring Kit
EZ Light Kits, Diodes or Bulb and Socket Kit (the blueox.com baseplate page for your specific vehicle will specify the type of wiring kit available).
Accessory Kit
Provides essential accessories: tow bar cover, 3 lock set, 7-6 coiled cable & hitch immobilizer.
Supplemental Brake
The Patriot brake provides braking to the towed vehicle, reduces wear on the coach brakes & premature wear to the tow bar. Supplemental brakes are required in most states.
Adjustable Rise/Drop
The adjustable rise/drop will prevent premature wear and or damage the tow bar must be +/- 3” from level. The coach receiver hitch must be measured from the ground to center of receiver hitch on a level surface.
KarGard Protective Shield
Keeps rock chips on the paint of the towed vehicle to a minimum. Installed on the tow bar at the triple lug on both tow bar legs.
Blue Ox. The Top Choice of RVers. Year After Year.
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