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Shock-absorbing tow bar smooths out stops and starts while flat towing
Last reviewed: March 2026
The Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar is a 45 lb steel tow bar designed for flat-towing behind a motorhome. It features an integrated shock-absorbing system that reduces jerking during stops and starts. Rated for towing vehicles up to 10,000 lbs with a 2-inch receiver.
At a glance
Why this product
The Avail stands out with its built-in shock absorber that cushions the jerking you feel during braking and acceleration. If you have ever been annoyed by that lurch when towing, this bar addresses it directly. Still rated for 10,000 lbs and built to the same Blue Ox standard.
Detailed specs
| Mount Type | Hitch |
Best prices
| Retailer | Price | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Check price | Check availability | Check Price |
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Performance analysis
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Fitment
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado(3rd Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| Tahoe(5th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
Alternatives
Most relevant alternatives to Blue Ox Avail Tow Bar
| Equinox(4th Gen (EV)) |
| 2024+ |
| good |
| Silverado 1500(4th Gen (T1)) | 2019+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bronco(6th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| F-150(14th Gen) | 2021+ | good | |
| Maverick(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| Explorer(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Escape(4th Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilot(4th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| CR-V(6th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| HR-V(3rd Gen) | 2023+ | workable | |
| CR-V(5th Gen) | 2017–2022 | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tucson(4th Gen (NX4)) | 2022+ | good | |
| Santa Fe(5th Gen) | 2024+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Cherokee(WL) | 2022+ | good | |
| Wrangler(JL) | 2018+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sportage(5th Gen) | 2023+ | good | |
| Telluride(1st Gen) | 2020+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rogue(3rd Gen (T33)) | 2021+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1500(5th Gen (DT)) | 2019+ | good |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outback(6th Gen) | 2020+ | good | |
| Forester(5th Gen (SK)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| Forester(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Crosstrek(3rd Gen) | 2024+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model Y(1st Gen) | 2020+ | workable |
| Model | Years | Fit | Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corolla Cross(1st Gen) | 2022+ | workable | |
| RAV4(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| Tacoma(4th Gen) | 2024+ | good | |
| RAV4(5th Gen (XA50)) | 2019–2024 | good | |
| 4Runner(6th Gen) | 2025+ | good | |
| 4Runner(5th Gen (N280)) | 2010–2024 | good | |
| Tacoma(3rd Gen) | 2016–2023 | good | |
| Tundra(3rd Gen) | 2022+ | good | |
| Highlander(4th Gen) | 2020+ | good |