Recommended Flat Tow Braking System

Updated 02/26/2026 | Published 02/22/2026

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Redarc Tow-Pro Link Bluetooth Brake Controller - Off-Road Mode - 4 Axles - Proportional

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$399.00

Blue Ox Patriot Portable Flat Tow Brake System - Proportional

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$1450.44

Question:

Hello, I have looked at the Brake units for applying the towed vehicles. I see these units use inertia change to apply the towed vehicles brakes, but Is there a unit that can be placed in the towed and actuated by my Ford f350 trailer brake controller?

asked by: Brad B

Expert Reply:

Hey Brad, welcome back. There are no flat towed braking systems that can be operated with a standard in cab brake controller like you would use to operate a trailer's brakes.

The least invasive way to install a supplemental braking system in a towed vehicle is to use the Blue Ox Patriot item # BLU37TR. This is a portable system that takes minutes to setup and breakdown. It uses inertia to slow or stop with the same amount of force your F-350 is slowing or stopping with. The delay in response is only a second or two.

Why are you wanting a braking system that can be operated by a trailer brake controller?

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expert reply by: Jerred H

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Brad B.

2/25/2026

thank you for the reply, i will look at the unit you made reference to. Why did I ask about the possibility of using the ford controller, I liked how easy it worked on our 5th wheel, the adjustability as to how much brake would be applied to the trailer. Thanks again, Brad

Jerred H.

2/26/2026

@BradB You're welcome! That makes complete sense. If it only it were that easy. The Blue Ox Patriot item # BLU37TR does have quite a few adjustable settings. They'll allow you to change the braking force and the sensitivity so you can fine tune it for your comfort.