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Can a towbar be fitted to a Ford Transit Custom?
Yes. Towbar Express can supply and fit a towbar to suitable Ford Transit Custom models. The correct towbar depends on the exact model year, wheelbase, version and specification of the vehicle, so we will check your vehicle details before fitting to ensure the correct towbar and electrics are selected.
What towbar options are available for the Ford Transit Custom?
Towbar Express offers three towbar options for the Ford Transit Custom:
Fixed flange towbar – a strong and versatile permanent towbar that remains fitted to the vehicle at all times. It is a practical choice for regular towing and commercial use.
Fixed swan neck towbar – a slimmer permanent towbar that provides a neat installation with fewer visible components than a traditional flange towbar.
Detachable swan neck towbar – a discreet option that allows the towbar neck to be removed when it is not required, leaving no towball permanently positioned behind the vehicle.
Which towbar is best for my Ford Transit Custom?
If the towbar will be used regularly for work or frequent towing, the fixed flange towbar is a practical and versatile choice.
The fixed swan neck towbar is a good option if you want a permanently fitted towbar with a slimmer and less prominent appearance.
If you prefer to remove the towball when it is not required, the detachable swan neck towbar provides a more discreet solution and can be removed between uses.
What is the towbar rated to on a Ford Transit Custom?
The maximum towbar rating depends on the exact Ford Transit Custom and towbar application. The towbar has its own maximum towing weight and vertical-load limit, which must be considered alongside the limits specified for the vehicle itself.
A higher-rated towbar does not increase the amount that the Ford Transit Custom is permitted to tow. The vehicle, towbar and towing equipment must all remain within their respective limits, with the lowest applicable limit always being followed. You can find more information in our guide to maximum towing weights.
How do I check how much my Ford Transit Custom can tow?
The VIN plate will normally show the vehicle's maximum permitted laden weight (Gross Vehicle Weight) followed by its maximum combined vehicle and trailer weight (Gross Train Weight). Subtracting the first figure from the second shows the trailer weight available when the vehicle itself is loaded to its maximum permitted weight.
The vehicle manufacturer's specified towing limit should also be checked, as the vehicle, trailer, towbar and combined train weight must all remain within their respective limits. The permitted towing weight can vary according to the engine, transmission, wheelbase and exact Ford Transit Custom specification. You can find more information in our maximum towing weight guide.
Does my Ford Transit Custom need a bumper cut?
The bumper-cut requirement depends on the exact Ford Transit Custom generation and towbar application. Towbar Express will confirm whether any modification is required for your particular vehicle before fitting.
Will the bumper cut be visible on my Ford Transit Custom?
If a cut is required, its position and visibility depend on the exact Ford Transit Custom and towbar being fitted. Towbar Express will confirm the requirements for your vehicle before installation.
What electrics do you fit to a Ford Transit Custom?
We fit vehicle-specific 13-pin electrics to the Ford Transit Custom. These provide the electrical connection between your Ford Transit Custom and your trailer, caravan or compatible cycle carrier, allowing the lights to work correctly.
You can find out more in our guide to towing electrics.
Will a towbar affect my Ford Transit Custom parking sensors?
The effect on the rear parking sensors depends on the towbar design and the position of the vehicle's sensors. The fixed flange and fixed swan neck remain permanently fitted and may sometimes be detected by the rear parking sensors, while the detachable swan neck can be removed when it is not required.
Is the Ford Transit Custom towbar compatible with AL-KO stabilisers?
Compatibility depends on the exact towbar and towing equipment being used. Towbar Express will confirm whether the selected Ford Transit Custom towbar is suitable for your intended towing equipment before fitting.
Can you fit a towbar to my Ford Transit Custom at home or work?
Yes. Towbar Express offers mobile towbar fitting, so our engineer can fit your Ford Transit Custom towbar at your home or workplace.
