Being able to tow safely within your maximum towing capacity is a rite of passage for every 4×4 driver.
To make safe and secure towing possible, you’re probably eyeing up the many 4×4 tow bar upgrades already on the market. Before you make your purchase, however, you’ll want to read our guide comparing two of the most popular tow bar products in town.
What is a Witter Tow Bar?
Known for their affordable price point, Witter and other brands are a popular choice for 4×4 drivers looking to make the most of their vehicle’s towing capabilities.
The Witter Fixed Flange Commercial Towbar is among their bestsellers, with its standard 50mm tow ball and 4-hole faceplate seen as a basic upgrade that gets the job done when either bolted or affixed with adjustable height couplings to the vehicle. But is getting the job done really enough for 4×4 driving fans?
What is the ARB Tow Bar?
When enhancing your vehicle for towing and much, much more, there’s no better upgrade than the ARB Rear Step Tow Bar Bumper. Offering not just a towing essential but a vehicle protection must-have, its innovative features and flexible towing options mean the ARB Tow Bar is primed for use both on and off the road.
Designed, developed and manufactured with 4WD users in mind, this heavy duty, specially engineered tow bar delivers excellence, versatility and performance, even when taking on steep and rocky terrains. As Offroad Aussie explains this higher clearance and departure angle is made for any environment, no matter how tough or remote:
“Driving over something that is slightly taller than your vehicle causes a lot of damage. It can rip the bumper and dent the rear panel which is a hassle especially if you’re in the middle of nowhere. When you decide to install a rear bar, all plastic bumpers are removed so the clearance at the rear will increase. This gives you a better departure angle that can lessen the potential damage to your vehicle.”
ARB Rear Step Tow Bar Bumpers look great too, making them a worthy upgrade for improving your 4×4’s exterior styling. They’re also built to last thanks to their corrosion-resistant, zinc-rich primer. All ARB bumpers are supplied as full-fitting, vehicle-specific kits, meaning installing an ARB bar is super simple, with drilling not usually required.
How do both tow bars compare?
When upgrading your tow bar, quality and durability matter, whatever it is you intend to tow. A Witter Tow Bar offers a standard, basic option that only really has one use. In comparison, ARB rear tow bars are very different, providing an integrated tow bar and bumper design that significantly protects the rear of your truck and can even be used as a step for easy access to its roof area.
ARB bumpers are extremely versatile too. They mostly feature a 50mm receiver socket, allowing the use of a tow hitch, tow ball or other products such as winch mounting cradles etc.
Explore our range of ARB rear step tow bar bumpers today for a premium quality upgrade that does more than just tow.