FLAT TOWING PACKAGE

2007-2018 JK Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited

Two of the most popular vehicles to flat tow are the Jeep Wrangler and the Wrangler Unlimited. How come? Maybe it's due to how easy the Wrangler is to set up for flat towing—maybe it's because we just don't like going without our Jeeps at our destination.

Whatever the reason, we've done the hard work for you and selected the best flat tow products for your vehicle. Check out our custom pre-made packages below, or scroll down to learn how to piece together your own kit.

WHAT DO I NEED TO FLAT TOW A VEHICLE?

1. Base Plates

2. Tow Bars

3. Safety Cables

4. Tow Bar Wiring

5. Supplemental Braking System

6. Additional Components

What Do I Need to Flat Tow My 2007-2018 JK Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited?

Every flat-towed vehicle requires the same 5 components: base plates, a tow bar, safety cables, wiring, and a braking system.

That said, there's plenty of variety in these products, plus additional parts that may be required for certain vehicles. Your Jeep Wrangler, for instance, requires either a stop light switch (2007-2011 and 2014) or a brake-lite relay kit (2012, 2013, 2015-2018). You can also purchase optional covers, screens, and guards to protect your vehicle and flat towing components from wear and tear.

We've hand-picked the best products confirmed to fit your JK Jeep Wrangler with a standard factory bumper (no winches or guards). Check them out below.

WHAT DO I NEED TO FLAT TOW MY JEEP?

*Denotes required component

1. * Base Plates

2. * Tow Bars

3. * Safety Cables

4. * Tow Bar Wiring

5. * Braking System

6. Additional required or optional components, such as a *stop light switch, high-low adapter, and vehicle guard

Jeep Illustration with Numbered Flat Tow Components

Flat Tow Products

Base Plates

Base plates are the custom-fit attachment points that install on the frame of your Wrangler and will allow you to connect a tow bar to your vehicle. This is the part of a flat towing setup that is truly vehicle specific and custom fit for a particular vehicle and style. These base plates are designed to fit 2007-2018 JK model year Wranglers and Wrangler Unlimiteds with standard factory bumpers that do not have winches or guards.

#RM-521448-5 2010-2018
#1429-3 2007-2009

Easily Removable Arms
Streamlined Design
No Quick-Disconnect Crossbar Needed
Compatible with Roadmaster Hitch-Mounted Tow Bars
Made in the USA

Installation: Requires Some Trimming of the Rock Guard

#RM-521448-4 2010-2018
#1429-1 2007-2009

Easily Removable Arms
Requires Quick-Disconnect Crossbar
Compatible with all Roadmaster Tow Bars
Made in the USA

Installation: Requires Some Trimming of the Rock Guard

#BX1126 2007-2018 JK

Easily Removable Arms
Hidden Reinforcement
Compatible with Blue Ox Tow Bars
Made in the USA

Installation: Requires Removal and Reinstallation of Rock Guard and Metal Bumper for Installation, Requires Some Minor Drilling, Requires Some Trimming of the Rock Guard

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Tow Bars

The tow bar is the next necessary component of a flat towing setup. Tow bars come in two styles: those that mount and store on the motorhome and those that mount and store on the vehicle. While tow bars are not a custom-fit component, it is important to make sure that the tow bar and base plates you choose for your Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited are compatible with each other. A good rule of thumb is to use a tow bar from the same manufacturer as your base plate kit.

Motorhome-Mounted Tow Bar

Vehicle-Mounted Tow Bar

Roadmaster Nighthawk All-Terrain Tow Bar

#RM-676

8,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Non-Binding
LED Lighted Arms
Made of Lightweight Aluminum
Compatible with Roadmaster Direct-Connect Base Plates
Made in the USA

#RM-576

8,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Non-Binding
LED Lighted Arms
Made of Lightweight Aluminum
Compatible with All Roadmaster Base Plates
Made in the USA

#BX7420

10,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Non-Binding
Compatible with All Blue Ox Base Plates
Made in the USA

#RM-522

6,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Non-Binding
Compatible with Roadmaster Base Plates
Made in the USA

#RM-520

6,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Compatible with All Roadmaster Base Plates
Made in the USA

#BX7365

6,500 Pound Capacity
Stores on RV
Compatible with Blue Ox Base Plates
Made in the USA

#RM-501

6,000 Pound Capacity
Stores on Jeep
Compatible with Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates
Made in the USA

#RM-020

5,000 Pound Capacity
Stores Separately
Compatible with Roadmaster Crossbar-Style Base Plates
Made in the USA

#63180

5,000 Pound Capacity
Stores Separately
Includes Universal Mounting Brackets, Adapters Available for Roadmaster and Blue Ox
Tow Bar Rated for Max Speed of 45mph

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Safety Cables

Safety cables are a necessary component of a flat towing setup. Keep the weight of your Jeep Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited in mind when choosing safety cables, as safety cables come in a variety of capacities. Blue Ox includes safety cables along with their tow bars, making it easy to complete your flat towing setup, but they do offer replacement safety cables. Some Roadmaster tow bars include safety cables, but most do not. They offer a number of capacites and both coiled and straight cables to best work with your flat towing setup. The coiled design helps keep the safety cables from dragging the ground, while the straight cables work best with tow bars that have channels for the safety cables to feed through.

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Tow Bar Wiring

It is important for your Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited to be wired for flat towing. Tow bar wiring allows your vehicle to have functioning stop, turn, and tail lights while being towed. To make sure your Jeep has functioning tail lights when towed, a custom-fit plug-in harness can be installed to use the existing lights, the Jeep can be hardwired to use the existing tail lights, or a universal lighting kit can be used to add additional lights to your Jeep specifically for towing.

Plug-In

#HM56200

4-Way Flat Plug
No Cutting or Splicing Needed for Installation
Won't Interfere with Jeep's Factory Wiring
Wiring Extension Sold Separately

Splice-In

Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to 6-Wire Flexo-Coil Wiring Kit

#RM-15267

6-Way Plug on Jeep
Hardwire Installation
Won't Interfere with Jeep's Factory Wiring
6-Way to 7-Way Wiring Extensions Included

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Supplemental Braking System

Using a supplemental braking system, also called a tow bar braking system, helps make sure your towed Jeep slows down as your motorhome slows down. This helps reduce wear and tear on both your Jeep and your motorhome, as well as helps shorten the braking distance of your towing setup. It is also important to keep in mind that supplemental braking systems are required by law in many states. It is important to check the requirements for areas you will be traveling through.

Fixed Systems:

SMI Stay-IN-Play DUO Supplemental Braking System

#SM99251

Proportional Braking
One-Time Setup
For RVs with Hydraulic or Air Brakes

Installation: Operating Unit Mounts Out of Sight, Commonly Under Hood

SMI Air Force One Supplemental Braking System

#SM99243

Proportional Braking
One-Time Setup
For RVs with Air Brakes Only

Installation: Operating Unit Mounts Out of Sight, Commonly Under Hood

Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System

#RM-8700

Proportional Braking
One-Time Setup
For RVs with Hydraulic or Air Brakes

Installation: Operating Unit Mounts Out of Sight, Commonly Under Hood

#RM-9060 - Hydraulic Brakes
#RM-9160 - Air Brakes

Proportional Braking
One-Time Setup
For RVs with Hydraulic or Air Brakes

Installation: Operating Unit Mounts Out of Sight, Commonly Under Hood

Portable Systems:

SMI Delta Force Supplemental Braking System

#SM99242

Proportional Braking
Recurring Setup
Compatible with Hydraulic, Air, and Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
12 Volt Outlet #RM-9332 Needed

Roadmaster Even Brake Supplemental Braking System

#RM-9400

Proportional Braking
Recurring Setup
Compatible with Hydraulic, Air, and Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
12 Volt Outlet #RM-9332 Needed

Roadmaster 9700 Supplemental Braking System

#RM-9700

Pre-Set Braking
Recurring Setup
Compatible with Hydraulic, Air, and Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
12 Volt Outlet #RM-9332 Needed

Blue Ox Patriot II Radio Frequency Braking System

#BRK2016

Proportional Braking
Recurring Setup
Compatible with Hydraulic, Air, and Air Over Hydraulic Brakes
12 Volt Outlet #RM-9332 Needed

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Additional Components

To complete your Jeep Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited's flat towing setup, there are a few additional parts that are needed. These components, such as 12 volt accessory outlets, brake light relays, and high-low adapters, work to make your flat tow setup function properly. Other accessories work to protect your Wrangler or Wrangler Unlimited from rocks and other road debris while your vehicle is being towed.

#RM-88400

Keeps Jeep's Turn Signal Functioning Correctly when Vehicle's Brake Pedal is Pressed
Required When Using Supplemental Braking System on 2012, 2013, and 2015-2018 model years
Not Required when Using Universal Tow Lighting Kits

#RM-751452

Activates Supplemental Braking System Monitor in Motorhome
Wires Directly into Towed Car
Custom-fit for 2007-2011 and 2014 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited

#RM-9332

Provides Power for Portable Braking Systems
Required because Factory Outlet Does Not Have Power in Tow Mode

Various Options

Keeps Dirt and Road Grime Off Tow Bar When Not in Use
Various Bags Fit Various Tow Bars

#RM-4000

Protects Front of Jeep from Rocks and Road Debris
Easily Removable
Fits all Roadmaster Tow Bars with Quick Disconnects

#BX8870

Protects Jeep from Rocks and Road Debris
Lightweight and Durable Aluminum Frame
Fits Most Blue Ox and Roadmaster Tow Bars
Does Not Fit Roadmaster StowMaster or Blue Ox Acclaim Tow Bars

Various Rise/Drops

Allows Tow Bar to Remain Level
Tow Bar Should Be Within 3 Inches of Level

#RM-4700

Deflects Rocks and Debris
Lightweight, 15 Pounds
Fits Most Roadmaster Tow Bars with Quick Disconnect Systems

#RM-4750

Deflects Rocks and Road Debris
Lightweight, 15 Pounds
Fits Blue Ox Tow Bars with Blue Ox Brackets, Demco Tow Bars with Demco Brackets, and Roadmaster Motorhome-Mounted Tow Bars

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Updated by: Jacob J

Updated on: 3/28/2024

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