AL-KO VT towbars for panel vans
More options for luggage, bicycles and trailers
Tailored solutions from AL-KO VT for your campervan
By adding a towbar, you expand the range of applications for your panel van and create the basis for the safe transport of bicycle carriers, luggage racks or trailers. Whether for camping trips or everyday use – the right towbar ensures maximum flexibility and is precisely matched to the technical requirements of your vehicle.
AL-KO VT offers vehicle-specific towbars for panel vans, designed for the vehicle geometry, frame structure and permissible load values. Depending on the vehicle and intended use, fixed or detachable systems are available to provide a reliable and durable solution for a wide range of transport tasks.
The benefits of an AL-KO VT panel van towbar
Securely connected, flexible on the road
Panel vans vary by manufacturer, model, model year and chassis. For this reason, the towbar is not selected as a universal standard solution but matched to the specific vehicle. Many models can also be retrofitted with an approved towbar.
Your benefits at a glance:
- Vehicle-specific design for selected panel van models
- Fixed and detachable variants for different requirements
- Defined D-values and noseweights
- Matching electric cable sets for selected vehicle variants
- Sturdy steel construction for permanent installation
- Approved variants in accordance with the respective product documentation
Which towbar fits your panel van?
Vehicle data, usage and load values are the deciding factors
Which towbar is suitable for your campervan depends on the manufacturer, model, year of manufacture and vehicle variant. The intended use is also important. A fixed towbar is particularly suitable for regular use. With a detachable version, the towball bar can be removed when not needed.
For a bicycle carrier, the permissible noseweight of the vehicle, the noseweight of the towbar and the maximum load of the bicycle carrier are crucial. The lowest of these values applies. When towing a trailer, the permissible trailer load of the panel van, the D-value of the towbar and the permissible gross weight of the vehicle combination must also be observed. Vehicle-specific data can be found in the vehicle documents; D-value and towbar noseweight are stated on the type plate or in the product documentation.
Do you need help choosing the right towbar for your campervan? Our team of experts at the AL-KO VT Customer Centres will be happy to advise you!
Retrofitting a towbar to your panel van
Professionally installed and ready for use
Many panel vans can be retrofitted with a towbar. In order to do this, you need a compatible vehicle, an approved towbar and a matching electric cable set. Installation is carried out at the designated fixing points on the vehicle. As the towbar and the electrics are safety-relevant, installation should be carried out by a >specialist workshop or an AL-KO VT Customer Centre.
Frequently asked questions about towbars for panel vans
Retrofitting is possible for many panel vans. The decisive factors are the base vehicle, model, year of manufacture, chassis type, available fixing points, and the vehicle-specific release. In addition, an approved towbar and a matching electric cable set are required.
The permissible trailer load is given in the vehicle documents and varies depending on the vehicle version. In addition, the D-value of the towbar, permissible noseweight and permissible gross weight of the vehicle combination must be observed. The lowest of the permissible values applies in each case.
The deciding factors are manufacturer, model, year of manufacture, vehicle variant and chassis type. The intended use and required load values also influence the choice.
A fixed towbar is robust and suitable for frequent use. A detachable variant offers more flexibility, as the towball bar can be removed when not needed.
A suitable towbar-mounted bicycle carrier can be fitted to the towball. The combined weight of the bicycle carrier and bicycles must not exceed either the permitted noseweight of the vehicle or that of the towbar. In addition, the maximum load of the bicycle carrier must be observed.
The towbar is mounted on the vehicle-specific designated fixing points and connected to the matching electric cable set. Installation should be carried out by a >specialist workshop or in an AL-KO VT Customer Centre.
