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If you want your setup to keep a clean, factory look when you’re not towing, this base plate makes it easy. The hidden design keeps brackets from sticking past the front end, and the removable arms come out with a simple twist. When the arms are off, plug in the included receiver covers to block dirt and debris while keeping everything looking finished.
Connecting your tow bar doesn’t need to be complicated. Each arm slides into the receiver, twists until it locks in place, and secures with a pull pin. When you’re done towing, pull the pin, rotate the arms, and lift them out. It’s quick, solid, and repeatable—an easy way to line up and lock in without wrestling with tools or tight clearances.
This base plate bolts directly to your chassis using the included hardware. The sturdy steel build spreads towing forces evenly across the frame to help prevent stress on your suspension. There’s no welding required, and the powder-coated finish resists rust and corrosion so the setup stays reliable through miles of travel.
Whether you already have a tow bar or are starting fresh, this base plate fits right in. It pairs directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection. It’s also adaptable for use with Roadmaster tow bars using adapter RM-031 or RM-031-5 (sold separately), or Demco tow bars using adapter DM9523041 (sold separately). Integrated mounting points make it easy to add an electrical connector plug bracket if needed.
The distance between brackets is 25" and bracket height is 16", giving you solid reference points for matching up your tow bar height or planning accessories like wiring harnesses and safety cables.
Customer Satisfaction Score:
98% were satisfied with this product
2% of customers were not satisfied
Ratings & Reviews
Mike L.
9/9/2026
Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....
Heather A.
5/1/2026
The install looks great Ed! Where are you planning on taking the Encore? I will let Royce know you reached out.
Heather A.
5/1/2026
Nick S.
1/5/2026
I am glad you were able to get it installed with no issues and a little help from our video! What kind of coach are you pulling the Kia Soul with?
Roger
12/12/2025
Still the same no issues...fine product
Matthew
10/12/2026
Its been two years since installation of the Blue Ox Baseplate. Since then, Ive flat towed the CRV from NJ to FL and back three separate times with many other shorter trips in between. Paired with a Blue Ox Tow Bar, the system has worked flawlessly since installation.
Jameson C.
10/12/2026
Kate F.
12/17/2025
Thanks for the detailed review Chris, and the pointers! This will be most helpful to others. What was your favorite stop in those 7,000 miles? Where did you go, what did you see?
Perry
10/1/2026
Follow up. Ive put about 8000 miles on the setup and its been great. A 34 ton suburban pulls nicely behind my Dutch star, and they dont have a steering lock so its nice not to have to retrieve keys when stopping for the night. I have used the safety cable attachment a few times for straight line pulls with a small shackle when working as a rally racing volunteer, its been fine but I wouldnt side pull on it.
Nick S.
12/1/2025
I am glad it worked well for you! What kind of coach are you pulling that Jeep with?
Andrew N.
10/21/2026
Hey Luis, thanks so much for the detailed response and photos. Install looks great on your Mini Cooper! I know the instructions sometimes aren't perfect, but I'm glad you got it installed correctly!
James
10/16/2025
Perfect
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Brooke M.
12/11/2024
Wow, Stacey, that means a lot! Thank you so much for saying that. Awesome folks like you are the reason we do what we do. YOU put the class in first class!