Blue Ox Hitches: Built for the Way You Actually Tow

Whether you're flat towing a Jeep behind a Class A or hauling a loaded travel trailer down a mountain pass, the hitch connecting it all isn't something you want to second-guess. Blue Ox has been building towing solutions since 1977, and their reputation isn't built on marketing - it's built on over four decades of RVers who tow thousands of miles a year and come back for more.

At RV Trader Accessories, we carry the full Blue Ox lineup so you can find the right setup for your rig, your toad, or your trailer - without the dealership runaround.

What Makes Blue Ox Different

Blue Ox isn't trying to be everything to everyone. They focus on doing towing hardware right, and that specialization shows. A few things that stand out:

Precision engineering for flat towing. If you're dinghy towing a vehicle behind a motorhome, Blue Ox baseplates and tow bars are some of the most trusted systems on the road. Their EZ4 and Acclaim tow bars are popular picks for a reason - quick connect, solid construction, and a clean setup that doesn't require a second person to hook up.

Weight distribution and sway control. The Sway Pro and TrackPro systems address one of the most common towing headaches: trailer sway. Rather than guessing your way through an unstable tow, these systems actively manage lateral movement and distribute tongue weight across your axles - which makes a real difference when you're dealing with crosswinds or a heavily loaded trailer.

Accessories that actually fit. Blue Ox builds their safety cables, ball mounts, and receiver adapters to work cleanly with the rest of their lineup, so you're not cobbling together parts from three different brands and hoping it all plays nice.

Who Blue Ox Is Built For

Full-timers and long-distance towers. If your rig is your home and you're covering serious miles, the durability and low-maintenance design of Blue Ox gear holds up over time. Their flat tow systems in particular are a staple in full-timer communities.

Weekend warriors with a toad. Flat towing a compact car or off-road vehicle behind your motorhome? Blue Ox's baseplate and tow bar systems make the hookup process faster and less frustrating - especially when you're setting up camp in the dark after a long drive.

RVers upgrading from a basic setup. If you've been limping along with a worn hitch ball or an undersized sway bar, a proper Blue Ox weight distribution setup is one of those upgrades that changes how your whole rig feels on the road.

Towing Terms Worth Knowing

New to towing, or just looking for a refresher? A few key specs to know before you shop:

• Tongue weight - The downward force your trailer puts on the hitch ball. Generally should be 10-15% of your loaded trailer weight. Too much or too little affects steering and stability.
• Gross trailer weight (GTW) - The total loaded weight of your trailer. Every Blue Ox product lists a max GTW rating - match it to your actual setup, not your rig's theoretical limit.
• Flat towing vs. tow dolly - Flat towing (all four wheels on the ground) requires a compatible base plate in your toad's front bumper. Blue Ox baseplates are vehicle-specific, so you'll want to confirm fitment.
• Sway control - Passive sway control uses friction or spring tension to resist trailer movement. Blue Ox's integrated systems take a more active approach.

Find the Right Blue Ox Hitch for Your Setup

Not sure where to start? Here's a quick breakdown by use case:

Flat towing a vehicle - Look at the Blue Ox Acclaim or EZ4 tow bar, paired with the appropriate vehicle-specific baseplate. These systems are rated up to 6,500 lbs and are designed for clean, one-person hookup.

Travel trailer or 5th wheel hauling - The Sway Pro weight distribution hitch handles up to 1,000 lbs of tongue weight and includes integrated sway control. The TrackPro steps it up to 1,400 lbs for heavier setups.

Receiver adapters and accessories - Blue Ox ball mounts, safety chains, and hitch accessories are sold separately and are designed to work with their tow bars and baseplates.

Browse the full RV trailer hitches and tow haul accessories collection to see compatible products, or check out our tow and haul accessories category for weight distribution systems, ball mounts, and more.

Before You Buy: A Few Tips

• Confirm your tow vehicle's hitch receiver size. Most are 2-inch, but some older trucks and smaller vehicles use 1-7/8" or 1-1/4". Blue Ox makes adapters, but it's worth knowing upfront.
• Check your motorhome or toad's compatibility. Blue Ox baseplates are vehicle-specific. If you don't see your vehicle listed, reach out - new baseplates are added regularly as new models are released.
• Match the system to your actual loaded weight, not your vehicle's maximum rating. Oversizing your hitch rarely hurts, but undersizing it is a real safety issue.

Ready to tow with confidence? Shop the full Blue Ox hitch collection at RV Trader Accessories and get the right setup for your rig - no dealer pressure, no guesswork