Tow Bars

Or look at the 8,000 lb rated ReadyBrute Elite tow bar that includes an integrated auxiliary brake system. The ReadyBrute is shipped with the arm ends you request to match the popular base plates.

I would say it is overkill. I would be looking for one in the range of 5000 capacity MH mounted unit. Roadmaster Falcon II.

We use a 10,000lb Blue Ox to tow our Honda CRV - after replacing a few Roadmaster 5K unis (one our fault, two they blamed us when it wasn't), I figured the tougher unit was better. At the time, the price difference was only about $30, which made it a no-brainer. So far, the Blue Ox has given zero problems in 5+ years of full-timing.

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I went with the Alpha which is good for 6500 lb. to pull a 3200 lb car.

It would depend a bit...

If you will be installing a supplemental brake system then the 10K rated tow bars are probably overkill. On the other hand, if you choose to not use supplemental brakes, then the 10K tow bar would be a much better choice in my opinion. All that momentum hitting the tow bar every time you hit the brakes will wear out an adjustable arm towbar over time.

If you are considering not having supplemental brakes, I hope you will read this article first...

The Physics of Towed Vehicles