'A Frame towing is becoming more popular in Australia with motorhome owners.'
RVGO are A frame specialists, with 15 years of experience, we are able to custom fit the baseplate and install the Predator & Readybrute A frame towing system. We have an in-house VSCCS engineer to certify the A-frame once complete.
Towing a small vehicle behind your RV is becoming increasingly popular. It allows you the freedom to leave your motorhome at your site and explore the surrounding areas. Towing a 4x4, such as the ever-popular Suzuki Vitara and Suzuki Jimny will allow travelers to access remote areas found in Australia – areas only accessible by a 4x4.
There are many considerations to take into account before you embark on your journey of A Frame Towing. Here are a few tips to help you make your decisions.
All our installations are compliant with all government regulations (ADR 62 & VSI 41)
Contact us today and our A frame specialist can give you professional advice on what you can tow.
- Weights
A Frame Towing laws require that the towed vehicle be rated by its GVM (gross vehicle mass). People get confused when Tare Weight or Kerb Weight is often quoted. The GVM is the weight of the vehicle fully laden. Tare Weight is the unloaded weight.
- What is your Towbar rating?
When the towing vehicle has a GVM under 4.5 tonnes the loaded mass of the towed vehicle must not exceed the lesser of:
• The maximum capacity of any towing attachment fitted to the towed or towing vehicle.
• The maximum towing mass specified for the towing vehicle by the vehicle manufacturer.
- Is your Motorhome 12v?
Some motorhomes are 24v. If your motorhome is 24v then you will need a reducer – this is an additional cost.
- Where are your Motorhome and car registered?
Different States have different laws. You must comply with the State laws of where you are registered.
- What do I do if my Motorhome and car are registered in different States?
The stricter rules apply to you. I.E. if your Motorhome is registered in Queensland and your car in NSW the NSW laws would apply.
- My car has a nudge bar
In most instances if your car has a nudge bar it must be removed before your installation.
- My car has a bullbar
All bullbars must be removed before the installation.
- What do I need to purchase for an A Frame installation?
This varies depending on where you are registered and what you want to tow. RVGO can advise you on your specific requirements.
- What can I tow?
This is the most commonly asked question. A selection of manual vehicles can be towed, however base plates (refer below for definition) are not produced for all vehicles. Very few automatics can be towed. The most commonly towed vehicle in Australia is the Suzuki Grand Vitara which can be towed in manual or automatic.
Before purchasing a vehicle to tow please contact RVGO to confirm that the vehicle you have chosen can be towed. As a guide see the list below:
- What is a Base Plate?
A Base Plate is a vehicle specific designed frame that attaches to the chassis of the towed vehicle and allows for the A Frame to be attached to the car.
- What can I do if I have a vehicle and there is no base plate?
If the vehicle is manual it may be possible to have a custom designed base plate made. Additional costs will apply.
- What is a Drop Receiver?
A Frame Towing is also referred to as Flat Towing. The A Frame must be parallel with the roadway on a flat surface when hooking up the towed vehicle. If this is not the case then a Drop Receiver is installed to bring the frame to the correct position.
What Vehicle Can I Tow With?
*NOTE WHEN YOU ARE BUYING A NEW SUZUKI GET WRITTEN CONFIRMATION THAT WARRANTY IS NOT EFFECTED BY FLAT TOWING
CAR BRAND | YEAR MODEL | TRANSMISSION TYPE |
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Nissan Navara | 2005 - 2019 | Manual Only |
Daihatsu Terrios | All Models | Manual Only |
Fiat 500 Pop | 2012 - current | Manual Only |
Ford Ranger | 2019 - current | Manual Only |
Holden Barina | 2013 - 2015 | Manual Only |
Honda CRV | 2007 - 2011 | Manual Only |
Hyundai Getz | All Models | Manual Only |
Hyundai Venue | 2020 – current | Manual Only |
Hyundai I30 | 2010 – 2012 | Manual Only |
Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 – current | Manual & Auto (requires electric brake) |
Jeep Wrangler | 2007 – current | Manual and Auto |
Jeep Rubicon | 2007 – current | Manual and Auto |
Jeep Trailhawk | 2014 – 2018 | Manual and Auto |
Kia Rio | 2006 – 2011 | Manual Only |
Mercedes Smart Car | 2008 – 2015 | Manual Only |
Subaru Forester | 2009 – 2013 | Manual Only |
Suzuki Alto | All Models | Manual Only |
Suzuki Baleno | Current Model | Manual Only |
Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2000 | Manual & Auto in 3 & 5 Door Range |
Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2001 – 2003 | Manual & Auto in 3 & 5 Door Range |
Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2004 – 2005 | Manual & Auto in 3 & 5 Door Range |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 5 door | 2006 – 2008 | Manual & Auto |
Suzuki Grand Vitara 3 door | 2006 – 2008 | Manual Only |
Suzuki Grand Vitara Underslung Type Diesel | ||
Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2009 – 2018 | Manual & Auto in 3 & 5 Door Range |
Suzuki Ignis | 2016 – 2019 | Manual Only |
Suzuki Ignis | 2020 – current | Manual Only |
Suzuki Jimny | 1999 – 2018 | Manual & Auto (require a NexGen Dog Clutch fitted) (No lift kits) |
Suzuki Jimny | 2019 – Current | Manual & Auto (require a NexGen Dog Clutch fitted) (No lift kits) |
Suzuki Swift | 2006 – 2011 | Manual Only (cannot tow sports version) |
Suzuki Swift | 2012 – 2016 | Manual Only (cannot tow sports version) |
Suzuki Swift | 2017 – 2018 | Manual Only (cannot tow sports version) |
Suzuki Swift | 2019 – Current | Manual Only (cannot tow sports version) |
Suzuki SX4 | 2007 – 2012 | Manual Only |
Suzuki Vitara 2WD Manual | 2017 – current | Manual Only (2021 requires electric brake) |
Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2007 – 2014 | Manual & Auto |
Toyota Hilux | 2016 – current | Manual Only |
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