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Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms

Part Number: BX1728

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Custom designed to fit your vehicle so it can be safely towed behind your RV, this base plate has easily removable arms that offer a seamless look when you're not flat towing. Base plate bolts directly to your chassis, so no welding is required. Great Prices for the best tow bar base plate from Blue Ox. Blue Ox Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms part number BX1728 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.

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Blue Ox Tow Bar Base Plate - BX1728

Highlights

Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
Ready for Flat Towing: Creates secure attachment points so you can safely tow your vehicle behind your RV.
Blends In When Not Towing: Hidden design and removable arms keep the front end looking clean and seamless.
Easy Hookup and Removal: Twist-lock arms insert and release quickly for fast, tool-free setup.
Distributes Towing Force Evenly: Sturdy brackets spread load across the chassis to help protect suspension components.
Built to Last: Heavy-duty, powder-coated steel resists rust and corrosion for dependable, long-term use.

Features to know about

Made for a Clean Front End: Hidden Base Plate with Removable Arms

When you’re not towing, you still want your vehicle to look factory-clean. The hidden design of this base plate keeps brackets out of sight, and the removable arms twist out in seconds for a seamless front end. Receiver covers plug into the openings to keep dirt and debris out, so everything stays clean and ready for your next trip.

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit with removable arms installed on vehicle front, showing seamless hidden design for flat towing setup.

Blue Ox Base Plate Kit shown with arms removed, highlighting hidden receiver design under front bumper for clean vehicle appearance.

Hook Up Fast and Secure: Twist-Lock, Pin-Release Arms

Connecting your tow bar shouldn’t be a struggle. Each arm inserts into the receiver, twists to lock, and secures with a pull pin. When you’re done towing, pull the pin, twist, and slide the arms out—simple as that. The bracket spacing is 20" with a height of 16", making it easy to plan your setup for level towing.

Close-up of Blue Ox Base Plate twist-lock mechanism showing how removable arms attach and detach easily for flat towing.

Built Strong for the Long Haul: Durable Steel Construction

This setup bolts directly to the chassis, no welding needed. Its sturdy steel design spreads towing forces evenly across the frame to help reduce stress on your suspension during long-distance trips. Powder coating helps resist rust and corrosion, so it holds up over years of travel and weather.

Plug-In Ready: Mounting Points for Electrical Connector

Integrated mounting points let you easily attach an electrical connector plug bracket (sold separately), keeping your wiring organized at the front of the vehicle. When paired with compatible tow bar wiring kits, you get a neat connection that syncs your lighting for safe, compliant towing.

Fits Your Existing Setup: Compatible with Popular Tow Bars

You don’t have to start from scratch with your towing gear. This base plate pairs directly with Blue Ox tow bars for a secure connection and can adapt for use with Roadmaster or Demco tow bars using optional adapters (RM-031, RM-031-5, or DM9523041, sold separately). That makes it easy to keep using the equipment you already trust.

Towing basics diagram showing essential flat towing components including tow bar, base plate kit, safety cables, wiring, and braking system.

Specs

Dimensions

Distance between brackets: 20"
Bracket height: 16"

Warranty

Warranty: 3-Year

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This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

2017 - 2019 GMC Acadia 3.6L V6 Engine

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by: Florian 05/16/2024 One Year Later

We had this base plate kit professionally installed on my wife's 2017 GMC Acadia and we've used it as our tow vehicle with no problems. It's easy to connect to the Blue Ox system we bought from etrailer and it's worked out great!

Florian One Year Later

5/17/2025

So far my Blue Ox towing kit for my 2017 GMA Acadia has worked flawlessly. Weve had zero problems and its super easy to hook up and detach. Love it!

by: Carl 06/21/2025

2019 GMC Acadia

Very fast shipping

by: Timothy 06/22/2018

2017 GMC Acadia

Perfect fit to my 2017 Acadia and the video instructions made installation a breeze! Thanks etrailer!

by: Richard 02/23/2024 One Year Later

Perfect Fit. Easy to use. Been using it for a year now.

Richard One Year Later

2/24/2025

Still as solid as the day it was installed.

Jesse M.

2/24/2025

@Richard Great! Glad to hear you are happy with your base plate. About how many miles would you say you flat towed over the last year? Any cool destinations planned for this season?

by: DaveN 07/01/2021 One Year Later

Easy to install using you video as a guide. Used it to tow our GMC Acadia Denali over 9,000 miles since installing it. Good pricing when we ordered it last year, thanks. A satisfied customer!

by: Jerry 11/21/2024 One Year Later

Easy to install after reviewing video!

by: Shirron 01/18/2021 One Year Later

I can’t tell you much more than when we used it once it was great. It was a little difficult to install but we did it.
We sold the motor home we bought it for because of an illness in the family. So I hope this helps someone that is interested in doing it.

by: David 12/17/2018 One Year Later

Excellent our towing gear has been great. This is our second time and have equipped two different vehicles. All arrived on time and were installed without any difficulties.i recommend this company

by: Al 08/10/2026 One Year Later

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by: Edward 03/19/2020

The order was placed and filled with precision. Arrived in great condition on time.

by: John 01/03/2019

2019 GMC Acadia

looks very well made and clean.

by: Todd 06/02/2019

Looks like what I need.

by: Jeff 08/19/2022

2019 GMC Acadia

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2017 GMC Acadia

by: Ed V 04/27/2026

lways great to shop at etrailer, especially the tech experts. Royce did an awesome job with our order. Everything fit perfectly and the help video provided the guidance I needed.

We installed the baseplate on our 2023 Encore GX AWD as well as the light harness and breakaway switch. A couple of items were incorrect but Royce corrected the issues with no problems.

Thanks again etrailer!

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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.

Ed V.

5/1/2026

@HeatherA Taking a short trip up to Prova Utah in couple of weeks. Then California and hopefully Chicago in the fall. EdnJudy

Heather A.

5/1/2026

@EdV That sounds awesome. Utah is beautiful. Chicago is probably one of my favorite places to visit. Are you going to check out Wrigley?

Ed V.

5/1/2026

Not really, I grew up in Chicago, basically 45+ years. I have been to Wrigley many times as a child and adult. We lived about 1 mile from the park. Going to see my mom who is 95 years old. Our favorite place to visit in Chicago is Navy Pier. We try to make a day of it. Thanks for asking! EdnJudy

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by: Mark 07/08/2026

2017 Jeep Wrangler

Super high quality baseplate for towing by Blue Ox. Instructions, videos, shipping (one day!) and overall experience was awesome. A bit pricey but their quality and the additional support by E Trailer cannot be beat! BTW (E Trailer) the baseplate fits three different Jeep configurations but did not call out the Recon package. After looking at other brands which showed there's to fit the 3 variations AND the Recon, I figured it would fit and it DID. You should definitely upgrade to include the Recon Edition.

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by: Douglas 09/06/2026

2026 Ford Maverick

I looked into every brand/model available and this was the beefiest. There is cutting and trimming required on all brands, so why not get the strongest? If you're slightly handy with a toolbox, you can easily do the install yourself and save thousands.

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Mike L.

9/9/2026

Thanks Douglas, nice truck you've got there! Nice job on the install.....

by: Charles 01/02/2026

The Blue Ox base plate for my 2015 Kia Soul is well manufactured and, with a little bit of mechanical skill, easy to install. It fit perfectly without issues. Brad from etrailer provides a step-by-step installation video that is outstanding and nicely guides through the process from beginning to end. I highly recommend this Blue Ox base plate from etrailer.

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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?

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