Caravan Tow Hitches

Towing Hitches and Accessories for Safe Towing

When towing precious cargo like your caravan or trailer, you need the right towing hitch for peace of mind. Outback Equipment offers one of Australia's largest ranges of reliable tow hitches and accessories, including towbar tongues, tow ball mounts, and adjustable tow hitches for every application. Shop online for fast delivery nationwide and enhance your towing experience.

Trailer Hitch Types

A tow hitch is the connection point that lets your vehicle pull a caravan, trailer, or boat. It is a vital part of any towing setup and ensures that everything stays secure while you drive. The tow hitch is attached to the back of your vehicle and connects to the trailer through a coupling or ball mount.

Choosing the right tow hitch is important because it must match the weight of what you are towing. If you are towing something heavy like a caravan, you will need a hitch designed for that load.

Adjustable Tow Hitch

Adjustable ball mounts, tow tongues, and hitches suit all towing heights. Compatible with most 4x4s, an adjustable hitch lets you tow caravans, camper trailers, or boats at different heights without changing hitches. These hitches allow precise control over the height of your tow ball, affecting the height of the drawbar when attached. Ark leads the market with high-quality towing accessories. Having the right towbar tongue and hitch is crucial for reliable towing. Whether you're a weekend warrior or an outdoor enthusiast on a long trip, you deserve the best gear.

TowBall Hitch

The popular Do35 hitch pin, known as the ‘tow ball’ replacement for a Do35 coupling, is one of our best-sellers due to its quality, durability, and tough design. We stock a wide range of tow balls and tow ball covers, with a hitch to suit every need.

We carry top brands like Camec and Ark, specializing in high-rise tow balls, durable tow ball covers, and 50mm – 70mm tow balls.

Tow Ball Weight Scales

Your tow ball is the crucial link between your cargo and towing vehicle. Ensuring your caravan's tow ball weight is evenly distributed is vital to avoid overloading. If the front is too heavy, it pulls down on the back tires, causing dangerous 'light steering.' Your car and trailer should sit level for safe driving. Invest in tow ball weight scales, Reich Weight Control scales, or a ball rating indicator for safe towing.

Shanks, Weight Distribution & Sway Control

When towing a large caravan, using a weight distribution system with extra-long shanks can really help. These systems balance the weight between your car and trailer to improve control while driving. They are especially useful for heavy loads where steering and braking become harder.

This type of system also works to keep your suspension level and prevents your headlights from pointing up. It reduces wear on your rear tyres by evenly spreading the tow ball weight across all axles. By doing this, it protects your coupling from damage and ensures your towing setup stays safe and reliable.

Understanding the lingo

• GTW – gross trailer weight - This figure is the total weight of your trailer or caravan when fully loaded.
• W – tongue weight - This refers to the downward force that is exerted on the hitch ball by the coupler. The tongue weight is going to vary depending on where the load is in relation to the trailer axle.
• WC – weight carrying - The total weight of both the trailer and your cargo. Never exceed the weight capacity of your trailer hitch.
• WD – weight distribution - Used to balance cargo between the front and rear wheels, ensuring better steering, braking and level riding.

Safety Tips:

Make sure you stay safe on the roads by following these simple tips.

• A higher class of hitch does not improve the tow capacity of your vehicle. Make sure you choose the right kind of towbar tongue for your vehicle.
• Reversing is tough. Make sure you practice and leave yourself PLENTY of room for error.
• Extra weight in your van or trailer can mean that your car isn’t going to be as responsive as usual, so be aware of this if climbing. When going downhill, make sure you choose the gear you would use to climb that hill (even in an auto vehicle) – and do it before you hit the down-grade, not when your brakes are smoking and you’re picking up speed!
• Avoid braking hard and jack-knifing by ensuring you are employing the correct following distance. Always give yourself a lot more than you think you need to ensure safety.

Outback Equipment stocks a huge range of towing accessories and can work with you to find the best towing setup for your needs.

From hitch pins to tow balls, we have got you covered. We also have a wide range of towing mirrors and caravan reversing cameras. We are also always looking out for new, high-quality products to add to our range, so please get in touch if you cannot find what you’re looking for here.

What Tow Hitch Do I Need?

Finding the right tow hitch starts with a few basics. First, check your vehicle's towing capacity to make sure it can handle the weight of your caravan or trailer. Then, work out the gross trailer weight (GTW) when it’s fully loaded. This gives you a clear idea of what you’re towing. Once you’ve got those details, it’s time to pick the right hitch class and towbar tongue to suit your setup. Always go for reliable, top-quality products to keep your towing safe and stress-free. 

Where Can I Buy a Tow Hitch?

Outback Equipment has you covered with a great range of tow hitches and accessories. You can shop online for delivery anywhere in Australia or visit our showroom and store at Acacia Ridge, Brisbane. Got questions? Give our friendly team a call on 1300 854 185, and we’ll help you find the perfect towing solution.