Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Towbars

All you need to know about towbars for Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery

Land Rover/Range Rover first introduced the Discovery into their range in 1989. The Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery is available as a or ATV. So you know you are installing the right towbar on your Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery, we have looked at towing capacity, electrical kits, bumper cuts and more for each variation of Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery below.

Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Towbars

The Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV was first released in 1989. To determine which variant of Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Nose Weight

ATV models made between 1989 and 1998 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg, between 1998 and 2004 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg, between 2004 and 2010 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg, between 2009 and 2017 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg, between 2016 and 2020 have a minimum nose weight of 195 kg and a maximum nose weight of 250 kg, vehicles made after 2021 have a minimum nose weight of 195 kg and a maximum nose weight of 250 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your ATV to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your ATV, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your ATV and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your ATV requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your ATV can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Land Rover/Range Rover dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Bumper Cuts

ATV models made between 1989 and 1998 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 1998 and 2004 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2004 and 2010 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2009 and 2017 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, between 2016 and 2020 will require a visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2021 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery ATV Towing Capacity

ATV models made between 1989 and 1998 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, between 1998 and 2004 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, between 2004 and 2010 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, between 2009 and 2017 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, between 2016 and 2020 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, vehicles made after 2021 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your ATV is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the ATV may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Towbars

The Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van was first released in 2005. To determine which variant of Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Nose Weight

Van models made between 2005 and 2009 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg, vehicles made after 2009 have a minimum nose weight of 150 kg and a maximum nose weight of 150 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your Van to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your Van, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your Van and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your Van requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your Van can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Land Rover/Range Rover dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Bumper Cuts

Van models made between 2005 and 2009 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted, vehicles made after 2009 will not require a non-visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery Van Towing Capacity

Van models made between 2005 and 2009 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg, vehicles made after 2009 have a towing capacity of 3500 kg to 3500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your Van is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the Van may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Towbars

The Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV was first released in 2015. To determine which variant of Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery you have, check your vehicle logbook. This will ensure you purchase the correct towbar.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Nose Weight

SUV models made between 2015 and 2019 have a minimum nose weight of 100 kg and a maximum nose weight of 135 kg.

What does nose weight mean?

Nose weight is the force on the towball when a caravan or trailer is attached. Every towbar for every vehicle will have a specific nose weight for that vehicle which can differ between the age of the vehicle and the variation of the model. It is crucial that you don’t exceed the nose weight set on the towbar as this is dangerous and can decrease stability when towing.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Electric Kits

Electrical kits connect the electrics in your SUV to the electrics on your trailer, bike rack or caravan so your lights are still visible.

Electric kits for Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV

We would always recommend having a dedicated electrics kit installed, where possible. This syncs with modern computer functions of your SUV, like ABS and trailer stability, rather than just basic lighting.

Why is a dedicated kit important? Well, not only does it work with the specific features of your vehicle, but it also protects the warranty of your SUV and works with any enhanced safety features you may have.

Of course, you can choose between a dedicated kit or a universal kit, and we do offer both, but a universal electrical kit can affect your manufacturer warranty and you might also need to install a bypass relay.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Software Update

We will alert you as to whether your SUV requires a software update when you choose your towbar electrics kit.

Does my vehicle need a software update?

Sometimes your vehicle may need a software update to accommodate your new dedicated electrical kit. This is so all of the latest computer features in your SUV can accurately co-ordinate with your towbar electrics.

Software updates can take place at your local Land Rover/Range Rover dealership when your vehicle is in for service. Or, this can sometimes be updated at your local garage when you arrange towbar fitting through WebFit.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Bumper Cuts

SUV models made between 2015 and 2019 will require a visible bumper cut in order to be fitted.

Does my vehicle need a bumper cut?

Some towbar styles might require a bumper cut in order to be fitted to your vehicle. But, this is improving and newer vehicles are less likely to require a bumper cut due to better towbar designs.

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Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery SUV Towing Capacity

SUV models made between 2015 and 2019 have a towing capacity of 2200 kg to 2500 kg.

Be sure to check the EXACT towing capacity of your vehicle before towing on your VIN plate.

What is towing capacity?

Towing capacity is the weight that your SUV is capable of towing safely, but it can vary even across the same model of car. It is important to note that the capacity of the towbar and the towing capacity of the SUV may differ, so you should always go by the specific towing weight of your vehicle, indicated above.

To find specific details for your Land Rover/Range Rover Discovery, select your vehicle below.

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