Motorhome towbars from AL-KO VT
More options for luggage, bikes and trailers
Perfectly fitting solutions from AL-KO VT
A towbar (also known as a tow hitch) extends the range of uses for your motorhome and gives you greater freedom in planning your journey. Whether for a bicycle carrier, extra luggage or a trailer for transporting motorbikes and other equipment: the right coupling provides a stable connection and makes your motorhome more versatile.
AL-KO VT offers vehicle-specific towbars for motorhomes. The systems are precisely matched to the frame structure and permitted load values of each vehicle.
The benefits of an AL-KO VT motorhome towbar
Securely connected, flexible on the road
Motorhomes differ significantly in body style, chassis and rear construction. This is why AL-KO VT towbars are not designed as a universal standard solution, but are developed specifically for each vehicle. They are suitable for a wide range of European motorhome models and, in many cases, can also be retrofitted to older vehicles.
Your benefits at a glance:
- precision-fit design for the specific vehicle model
- compatibility with many original chassis and chassis extensions
- high loading capacity for different transport tasks
- tested electric cable sets as a coordinated complete solution
- corrosion-resistant materials for long-term reliability
- ECE approval for use across Europe
Which towbar is suitable for your motorhome?
Vehicle data and load values are decisive
When choosing a towbar, it's not just the manufacturer and model that matter. Year of manufacture, chassis type, any existing chassis extensions and the planned use also play a crucial role. For a bicycle carrier, the permissible nose weight is particularly relevant. When towing a trailer , you must also consider the maximum load under driving conditions, which is defined by the D-value.
Good to know: Particular attention is required if a chassis extension from AL-KO VT is already installed. In this case, only the corresponding original towbars and reinforcement components approved for use may be fitted. Only the fully tested system comprising chassis extension, reinforcement and towbar ensures the required approval and safety.
Frequently asked questions about towbars for motorhomes
For many motorhomes, retrofitting is possible. Whether a towbar is available depends, among other things, on the base vehicle, body, year of manufacture, chassis, any chassis extensions and the permissible load values. Suitability must always be checked on a case-by-case basis.
The permissible trailer load is stated in the vehicle documents. In addition, the nose weight and load limits of the towbar must also be observed.
The towbar is attached to the chassis or to an approved chassis extension and connected to the matching electric cable set. Fitting should be carried out by a >specialist workshop .
The D-value defines the load capacity of the towbar under driving conditions with a trailer. The nose weight specifies the vertical weight that may act on the towbar. The key values are always those permitted by the vehicle, chassis, chassis extension and towbar.
Whether a bicycle carrier or rear carrier can be fitted depends on the approval of both the carrier and the towbar. Of particular importance are the permissible nose weight, the total weight of the carrier and load, as well as the rear axle load and the specific load limits of the vehicle. Suitability must be checked for the specific vehicle combination.
If a chassis extension from AL-KO VT is installed, only towbars and reinforcement components specially designed and approved for that system may be used. Combining with unauthorised parts from other manufacturers has not been tested for this system and may affect the vehicle’s type approval. Always have the exact vehicle configuration checked by a professional before installation.
