Technical characteristics
| Item weight |
4.1 kg |
| product dimensions |
67 x 14 x 5.4 cm |
| maximum weight |
up to maximum 2 tonnes |
| maximum length |
1.8 metres |
| available |
GS certified |
| adjustable length |
available |
| special |
the tow bar consists of 3 individual sections and can be quick and compact stowed in the trunk. |
Advantages
- easy-to-store
- consumes very little space in the trunk
disadvantages
- found no significant disadvantages
when the car breaks down once it is important, that you can help yourself disadvantages. Towbars are ideal for this. However, there are large differences in the quality. almost each of these bars is suitable for towing at this Towbars. The Mauk tow bar in the test has proved how right here.
Delivery and delivery
the Mauk tow unassembled comes. Included, all parts for the tow are packed together in a stable transport bag itself. These are a total of three parts. Still, a red flap strap is included in the delivery. Ultimately the ABE also has been added. So is detected during an inspection, that the Mauk tow in road transport can be used.
Dimensions and material
there is a tow-bar steel. The robust material is ideally suited for such demanding tasks. All parts are stainless steel and appropriately durable. The Mauk tow is broken down into three parts. If you zusammensteckt them to get a tow bar from two meters. This is sufficient to establish the necessary distance between the two cars.
Mounting the Mauk tow
installation of the tow bar is very simple and can be carried out effectively even by a layman. So that the rod can be used the three parts out of the packaging are removed. Both ends are simply screwed to the Middle pole sections.
This is done by means of the integral thread. The screws is simple and easy. However, a secure connection is established with the screws. As the thread can be unscrewed again slightly so that the tow bar in the car can be transported.
Use the rod to the towing
so that the car can safely be towed with the rod, is recommended by the manufacturer, to consult the instruction manual for each car. This is called, where the eyelets for towing are in the car. Most coaches, these are integrated into the front bumper. Some models have a plastic cover before the eyes. However, there are also some vehicle models on the market that require a separate eye.
This means that only a thread has been incorporated into the front bumper. This must then be linked with the eye in the second step. Only then it is possible to towing. The rod is then hooked into the eyelets and connected. Then the ride can go.
The tow ride
is at driving little to note. Above all, the right speed counts here. The bar has no particular speed. However, it is important to use no freeways or expressways in towing. To prevent accidents, the ride only at low speed should be made. To get both cars to the correct destination.
Conclusion
The Mauk tow is approved for almost all popular car models. Tow-bar can be used also for trucks and vans of the Mauk. The manufacturer gives a guarantee to the work on the tow-bar. The installation and use of the tow bar can be performed well themselves by laypeople. The bar is made of high quality metal and very robust. The purchase price is reasonable, the Mauk tow is a recommended element.
