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Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit - Removable Arms
Part Number: 4414-3
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Roadmaster Tow Bar Base Plate - 4414-3
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
- Ready for Flat Towing: Creates sturdy frame-mounted points for a secure motorhome tow connection.
- Blends In When Not Towing: Removable front arms leave hidden brackets for a clean, factory-style look.
- Simplifies Hookup: Direct-connect design removes the need for a crossbar for faster, easier setup.
- Built to Last: Computer-cut, all-steel construction with black powder coat resists rust and wear.
- Straightforward Install: Custom-fit brackets and included hardware make setup simple with no welding.
Features to know about
Built for Heavy-Duty Flat Towing: Direct-Connect Base Plate with No Crossbar
This setup is made for serious towing without extra hassle. The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit (#4414-3) bolts right to the frame to create solid attachment points for your motor-home-mounted tow bar. Because it’s a heavy-duty design, there’s no need for a crossbar, which keeps the front clean and hookup quick. The brackets are computer-cut, all-steel, and finished with a black powder coat for strength and corrosion resistance.
Clean Look When You’re Not Towing: Hidden Bracket Design with Removable Arms
Once the trip’s over, you can pull two pins to remove the drawbars and leave only the small brackets tucked inside the grille. The remaining hardware is virtually invisible and protected from scrapes and scuffs, so your vehicle keeps a neat look in everyday use.
Quick Hookups Every Time: Direct Connection with Pin-Secure Arms
Each removable arm slides into the base plate and locks in place with simple pins—no tools or crossbar required. That means you can line up and connect your tow bar fast, even when working on uneven ground or doing it solo. Compatible tow bars include Roadmaster models that slide directly into trailer hitch receivers such as the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, and Falcon 2.
Straightforward DIY Install: Bolt-On Kit with Clear Instructions
The kit includes instructions and all mounting hardware for a bolt-on install—no welding needed. Reviewers say it’s a half-day job for most do-it-yourselfers. Once installed, you’ll have a strong, dependable connection built to handle thousands of miles of towing without worry.
Specs
Construction and Design
- Bracket design: Hidden bracket design - drawbars are easily removable via 2 pins
- Material: Computer-cut, all-steel construction provides exceptional strength
- Finish: Black powder coat finish is durable and corrosion resistant
- Installation: Simple installation - no welding
- Fitment: Custom base plates ensure a perfect fit for your vehicle
- Crossbar requirement: No crossbar needed - faster hookup and sleeker appearance
- Compatibility: Compatible with all Roadmaster tow bars that slide into trailer hitch receivers
- Included items: Instructions and mounting hardware included
- Origin: Made in the USA
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime Warranty
Note
- Direct-connect base plates compatibility: Work only with the Roadmaster tow bars that slide into a trailer hitch, such as the Nighthawk, Sterling, Blackhawk, Blackhawk 2, Falcon, and Falcon 2. These base plates will not work with tow bars that require a hitch ball.
- Crossbar requirement explanation: Direct-connect brackets do not require a crossbar because of the heavy-duty nature of your vehicle's frame. Thus, installation is simplified, the hookup process is faster, and the total appearance is enhanced.
- Sterling tow bars compatibility: The EZ Hook safety cables included with Roadmaster's Sterling tow bars will not work with direct-connect base plates. These cables connect to an anchor plate on the Quick Disconnect crossbar, which will not be present when you are using these base plates.
- Drawbar mounting and visibility: The drawbars, or front arms, on the direct-connect base plate kit are simple to mount and remove, easily securing with pins. Once the drawbars have been removed, the remaining brackets are virtually invisible. On most automobiles, the brackets are mounted within the grille, where they remain not only unseen, but protected from scrapes and scuffs as well.
4414-3 Road Master MX Base Plate Kit
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2009 - 2012 Ford Escape
- 2008 - 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid
- 2008 - 2008 Ford Escape Manual transmission - excluding Hybrid
- 2009 - 2011 Mazda Tribute
- 2008 - 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid
- 2008 - 2008 Mazda Tribute non-Hybrid - Manual transmission
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
3690 reviews
by:
Kevin
09/11/2025
2011
Ford
Escape
This would be 5 stars if I hadn't had to use a sledge hammer to install it. There's of course manufacturing tolerances but I think their jig was a hair too small. I had to duct tape on a block and give it about 10 blows to seat it. I had given up with the rubber mallet.
Instructions were off in a place or two. Like an undercarriage bolt location and a piece of plastic in a different spot. Also a piece of the grill bumps this and I had to bend it out of the way.
After that it was smooth sailing except for enlarging a bumper hole and fishing the washer, lock washer, and nut up in there. Truly a pain, but I got it done. Remember to loctite everything. It took me about 5 hours from reading the instructions to finishing. I was alone. Might have gone faster with a friend.
Instructions were off in a place or two. Like an undercarriage bolt location and a piece of plastic in a different spot. Also a piece of the grill bumps this and I had to bend it out of the way.
After that it was smooth sailing except for enlarging a bumper hole and fishing the washer, lock washer, and nut up in there. Truly a pain, but I got it done. Remember to loctite everything. It took me about 5 hours from reading the instructions to finishing. I was alone. Might have gone faster with a friend.
by:
Mark
05/07/2019
2009
Ford
Escape
The Roadmaster 4414-3 fit my 2009 Escape well with only minor drilling. The most tedious part was enlarging a hole to put lock washers and nuts into a tubular structure to complete the anchor bolts. The finished installation with the help of a neighbor auto mechanic looks great as in the advertised pictures. The baseplate is very solid and an easy hook up with a Falcon All-Terrain tow bar set up. Shipping from etrailer was very fast with great prices an ongoing feed back on my order status.
by:
Cleveland
11/30/2023
Works great . The only problem was having to take the bumper off the Escape . But that’s not the Roadmaster’s fault . The installation was not hard and the instructions were great.
by:
Front Hitch
04/20/2016
2011
Ford
Escape
Superb product, easy to understand instructions, good price.
Front H.
2/10/2018
Working as advertised, great product
by:
John
07/15/2026
2026
ford
Ranger
Had these installed at Lester’s Automotive in Boerne,Texas…First class service all the way. Paul and his crew worked through lunch for over 4 hours to install these on our 2026 Ford Ranger. Also ran the wire and hooked up my auxiliary tow lights. The price for this was very reasonable and would highly recommend them for all r.v. needs even if not real close to the Boerne area. R.V park within reasonable distance if needed.
by:
Jeff
02/11/2025
2014
Chevrolet
Silverado 1500
Etrailer comes through again! This was a great savings as a used kit, but it was even better than the description online. I have installed (4) baseplates on and etrailer.com has given me great videos to watch and good instructions to follow. Couldn't be more pleased with the quality, service and delivery times.
Gwendolyn Y.
2/12/2025
Install looks great, Jeff! Do you have any plans of where you are going to go this season yet?
Jeff
2/12/2026
I’ve pulled the Chevy behind our motor home several times over a the last year. It has worked excellent. And when not in tow the tubing is barely noticeable.
by:
James
07/25/2026
2019
Ford
Transit T250
This Road Master Direct connect base plate works perfectly for a 2020 ford transit cargo 250! Awesome service from etrailer as usual! The finished product can barely be seen through the front fascia!
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Mark
02/25/2026
Easy to install needed to replace some fasteners as they broke removing front grill was able to get them from Amazon cheap
Gwendolyn Y.
2/26/2026
Looks great, Mark! Where are you off to next?
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Crystal
03/28/2026
Awesome instructions! Install was fairly easy. Product is very high quality and solid construction. Thank you E Trailer!
Heather A.
4/10/2026
Wow great job Crystal! It looks great! Also, I couldn’t help but notice “Ski Express” on the car, that’s pretty cool. What kind of work do you do?
by:
Arthur
05/29/2026
2015
Jeep
Wrangler
It mounted up just as the instructions said it would. From previous research I was not surprised when some of the mounting did not align perfectly. Had to use a dremel tool to make it work. The product looks very sturdy from its design. I’m happy with it and look forward to RV traveling.
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Larry
09/22/2026
Pathetic and just talking to Noah he states he will get to my issue later when he has time!! My car is on jacks all torn apart and I think Roadmaster gas misled advertising. This 523228-5 baseplate is NOT MADE FOR 2026 CHEVY TRAX!!!
Mike L.
9/23/2026
Which trim is your 2026 Chevy Trax? Per Roadmaster, the # RM25EQ (523228-5) fits all trims of the 2026 Trax except the ACTIV trim....
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David
08/01/2025
Chevrolet
TrailBlazer
This works perfect with my Roadmaster tow bar. It was a little difficult to install since I had to remove the front end of the Trailblazer, but with the good directions that came with it and some you tube videos made the installation easier.
David
8/2/2026
It’s been a great year. No problems with the base plate. Works great with my tow bar. Towed my trailblazer from Texas to North Dakota and back, and several short trips.
Jerred H.
8/2/2026
@David
That is great to hear David! Thanks for coming back and sharing that feedback. I appreciate you taking the time.
by:
Gary
06/18/2025
2013
jeep
Wrangler
I bought and installed this tow plate one year ago on my 2013 Jeep Wrangler. I bought this particular plate due to the jeep having a Barricade off-road bumper. This plate attaches a bit lower than other plates and prevented having to modify the bumper. Installation was easy involving only hand tools. The plate comes with all needed bolts and attachments. I have towed this Jeep several thousand miles behind my RV with absolutely no issues. As an aside, I use a Roadmaster Night Hawk tow bar which is also an excellent product. Both are expensive, but I believe cheaping-out on safety is no a good idea. I highly recommend this product.
Gary S.
6/19/2026
No issues at all. This is a solid piece of equipment.
Heather A.
6/19/2026
@GaryS Thank you for letting us know! What is your favorite adventure so far?
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Marc
04/12/2026
2017 f150
Customer service was very helpful. Easy to install. No bumper or grill cutting however, you do loose your front hooks. Nice low profile.
Customer service was very helpful. Easy to install. No bumper or grill cutting however, you do loose your front hooks. Nice low profile.
by:
Paul
10/23/2026
I just followed your video of the installation and it was on point !
by:
Michael
09/25/2025
I have lots of issues with this tow bar. Initial installation was difficult due to a tight fit. Had to have my mechanic cut holes in frame to get bolts attached. After a few times of use the bolts failed causing the bar to fall fwd that then damaged my hitch arms. To fix I drilled new hole through bar and frame securing it with a #8 bolt. To reinforce it I used turnbuckles attached to my bumper. last tow finally went well.
by:
Joe
05/19/2026
It’s a super strong and wonderfully engineered addition to my new Maverick pickup.. Couldn’t be happier with it!!!!! Well done!!!!
by:
John
10/09/2026
The product is great - I gave 4 vs 5 stars only because I had to drill the rear holes out as they did not align with the holes in my frame and I had to drill out the hole in the bracket to align with my frame extension hole, again bracket did not align with the existing hole. However, in general it appears to be a solid mount.
by:
TC
10/10/2026
Great Base plate, had to modify the non-oem bumper a little to get the clearance needed to get mounting holes lined up. Once that was done, everything went pretty quickly finished and tested. Towed 600 miles and worked flawlessly. Much better than using the bumper tow points, as they were elevated causing a very bouncy towed on bridge aprons. Bumper tow points also let the towed have minor side to side movement, this does not, so a lot better towing experience.
by:
Tim
10/26/2026
2024
Chevrolet
Colorado
I had hoped to employ a mounting bracket assembly I had bought on-line used. It would have required extensive modification with an unsure outcome. I found this assembly at etrailer for a reasonable price and ordered it to remove uncertainty from the installation. Etrailer was helpful in completing the rest of my needs for a brake assembly also. Good people.
by:
Steve B.
09/03/2025
The Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plate Kit has performed flawlessly over the past year. With almost 10k miles logged during our 3 month trip across the US, the components have remained as installed and operated as expected.
by:
Conrad
10/14/2026
I really like the way it is hidden and doesn't stick out like a sore thumb. My Rubicon X has a metal skid under the bumper that I cut holes in for the base plate tabs to protrude. I made 5 or 6 trips to my shop to get it right. Would be nice if it came with a paper template showing where to trim. It bolted up perfectly and seems well made.
by:
Bob
04/17/2025
2018
Mazda
Miata
I installed this base plate on a 2018 Miata RF. I think I recall something about it taking 3.5 hours and my initial estimate was 3.5 days. It actually took a bit longer than that, but I was not pushing myself and did not have the luxury of having the vehicle on a lift but had it up on two ramps for the front wheels.
The order came pretty quickly, probably about 4 or 5 days between the time I placed it and UPS delivered it. The parts were well packaged and it came with a printed set of instructions. I had watched the video install on another Miata and if it weren't for that I'm not sure I would have tried it. I'm not a pro mechanic by any means but have worked on my own vehicles now for over 40 years. And I'm not a spring chicken either, so all the up and down working on the car can tire me fairly quickly. But if you are not in a rush and go carefully it can be done.
It took a day to do most of the disassembly. I removed both headlights and the intake tube on the passenger side. That tube came out much easier then it went back in.
The next day I got the baseplate mounted which helped to start visualizing how it all would work. All of the holes for the 6mm bolts did not quite line up with the holes in the frame. I had to file one sides worth for a bit of extra clearance. From my experience on this install you really want to leave all the bolt on the loose side till you get everything situated.
A couple of days off for rain and the then I got to work on the bracing. Initially I though I didnt need to cut the top lip of the frame but I decided to go ahead and do it anyway since that part didnt seem to sit flat when bolted from the back end. I'm still not sure its really necessary as the hump clears the metal lip without cutting it.
I also ordered a 14" long 1/2" drill bit to cut the holes in the frame. It was a Bosch bit, wasnt very expensive and it went through the metal like the proverbial hot knife. I managed to get all the big bolts installed in a day with a great sense of satisfaction.
The next day I torqued down all the bolts and the mount felt very solid. They stress that you need to install all the bolts, but honestly I can't see the 6mm bolts doing much compared to the half inch bolts that do most or all of the work. But I put them in and tightened them all the same.
A couple of days spent to install the tail light wiring and then I got back on to putting the front clip back on. My car must have had an aftermarket grill since it did not match the pictures or the video. I tried to position it carefully to see where the parts that were going to stick out would be so I didnt cut out more than I needed to. So there was a good amount of back and forth, cut and fit. In the end I had to make some extra cuts for clearance for the safety cable tabs as well as the mount for the 6 wire connector. Until I made the extra cuts the lower part of the front clip would not seat correctly. Getting the clip in the right position so it fits under the lights also takes some finagling.
Figuring out where all the bolts go back in can be interesting. Take pictures where you can. Dont be too aggressive when working with plastic parts. Overall I'm satisfied with the install, but I have yet to try and hook it up to tow.
The order came pretty quickly, probably about 4 or 5 days between the time I placed it and UPS delivered it. The parts were well packaged and it came with a printed set of instructions. I had watched the video install on another Miata and if it weren't for that I'm not sure I would have tried it. I'm not a pro mechanic by any means but have worked on my own vehicles now for over 40 years. And I'm not a spring chicken either, so all the up and down working on the car can tire me fairly quickly. But if you are not in a rush and go carefully it can be done.
It took a day to do most of the disassembly. I removed both headlights and the intake tube on the passenger side. That tube came out much easier then it went back in.
The next day I got the baseplate mounted which helped to start visualizing how it all would work. All of the holes for the 6mm bolts did not quite line up with the holes in the frame. I had to file one sides worth for a bit of extra clearance. From my experience on this install you really want to leave all the bolt on the loose side till you get everything situated.
A couple of days off for rain and the then I got to work on the bracing. Initially I though I didnt need to cut the top lip of the frame but I decided to go ahead and do it anyway since that part didnt seem to sit flat when bolted from the back end. I'm still not sure its really necessary as the hump clears the metal lip without cutting it.
I also ordered a 14" long 1/2" drill bit to cut the holes in the frame. It was a Bosch bit, wasnt very expensive and it went through the metal like the proverbial hot knife. I managed to get all the big bolts installed in a day with a great sense of satisfaction.
The next day I torqued down all the bolts and the mount felt very solid. They stress that you need to install all the bolts, but honestly I can't see the 6mm bolts doing much compared to the half inch bolts that do most or all of the work. But I put them in and tightened them all the same.
A couple of days spent to install the tail light wiring and then I got back on to putting the front clip back on. My car must have had an aftermarket grill since it did not match the pictures or the video. I tried to position it carefully to see where the parts that were going to stick out would be so I didnt cut out more than I needed to. So there was a good amount of back and forth, cut and fit. In the end I had to make some extra cuts for clearance for the safety cable tabs as well as the mount for the 6 wire connector. Until I made the extra cuts the lower part of the front clip would not seat correctly. Getting the clip in the right position so it fits under the lights also takes some finagling.
Figuring out where all the bolts go back in can be interesting. Take pictures where you can. Dont be too aggressive when working with plastic parts. Overall I'm satisfied with the install, but I have yet to try and hook it up to tow.
Gwendolyn Y.
4/18/2025
Wow, Bob! Thank you for such the detailed review and feedback about how your install went. I also appreciate all the photos you sent as well. I cant wait to hear about how your first tow goes and where you head off to.
by:
Joe
06/01/2025
2002 Honda CR-V. Easy to install. Two and a half hours, and stopped to eat a sandwich. To install the spacers inside the roll frame on the car I used an extension magnet to reach in there and position them. As you can see NO cutting was needed on the bumper cover!
Now I have to figure out the easiest way to run the wiring for the lights.
Thanks Lauren A for your help!
Now I have to figure out the easiest way to run the wiring for the lights.
Thanks Lauren A for your help!
Gwendolyn Y.
6/4/2025
Install for the base plate looks awesome, Joe! Unsure if you have a wiring kit yet but there are a few options so I'll go ahead share them with you here in case you don't yet. The most popular kit would be part # RM-15267. This can be difficult to install but it is the most reliable. I've also linked an install video for this kit. Something that still has an integrated look but easier to install I would go with part # RM-155. You do have to drill some holes into the back of the light housing, so if you're okay with doing that, this may be the better kit. Also included an install video for that kit as well. Hopefully the videos will help you get a good idea of how to run the wiring for your lights. Let me know if you have any questions after watching!
Helpful Links
tv-install-roadmaster-diode-kit-2007-honda-crv-rm-15267.aspx
tv-install-roadmaster-tail-light-wiring-kit-2010-honda-crv-rm-155.aspx
by:
Roy
03/22/2026
It takes a while. Better if you have a car lift ( we have a lift )
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Lazer S.
9/16/2025
Install looks great though, Kevin! Even with some percussive installation being needed. : ) Sorry to hear you had to do that though. It does happen every now and again. What will you be towing your Escape with?