Fiat Ducato Towbars

Fiat Ducato Towing Specifics

The Ducato was first introduced in 1981 by the Italian manufacturer as a light commercial vehicle, designed with strong towing capabilities. Currently, there are three generations of the range, including van and chassis cab models. We will cover the towing specifics of this model below.

Fiat Ducato Van Towbar Electrics Kits

It is recommended that all tow bars fitted to a Fiat Ducato van are done so with a dedicated electrics kit, rather than a universal electrics kit. A dedicated electrics kit not only ensures all modern features such as; trailer stability and parking sensors are functional but also helps to keep your vehicle's warranty unaffected.

We offer both universal and dedicated electrics kits for the Fiat Ducato van towbars, but be aware that universal electrics kits can invalidate any manufacturer warranty your vehicle has and may also require a bypass relay.

Check your Fiat warranty for more information.

Bypass Relays

All tow bars for the Fiat Ducato van 1994-2006 models will not require a bypass relay if universal electrics are fitted.

All tow bars for the Fiat Ducato van 2006 onwards models will require a bypass relay if universal electrics are fitted.

A bypass relay works by powering what it is you are towing through transferring power straight from the battery instead of taking too much current away from your vehicle.

Whereas a dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicle's ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicles software to run smoothly with the new towbar. All Fiat Ducato vehicles may require coding.

Coding is used to update your vehicles software in order for it to run coherently with the new towbar through the dedicated electrics.

Bumper Cuts

Depending on the towbar, Fiat Ducato vans may require a bumper cut. A bumper cut is when a fraction of the vehicle's rear bumper is cut in order to fit the towbar.

All Fiat Ducato 1994-2006 van models have towbars that require no bumper cuts.

All Fiat Ducato 2006 onwards models have towbars that require non- visible bumper cuts.

Nose Weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important not to exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. Nose weight varies depending on the towbar you choose and are displayed under each tow bar below.

All Fiat Ducato van 1994-2006 models have a nose weight of 80kg up to 120kg.

All Fiat Ducato van 2006 onwards models have a nose weight of 100kg up to 150kg.

Towing Weight

Towing weight is the weight that a Fiat Ducato van can tow safely, without any risk of damaging the vehicle. Towing weights are bar specific and displayed below each towbar.

For a Fiat Ducato vehicle made 1994-2006, the towbars have a towing weight capacity of 2000kg up to 2200kg.

For a Fiat Ducato vehicle made 2006 onwards, the towbars have a towing weight capacity of 2500kg up to 3500kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your Fiat Ducato van model as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.

Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab Towing Specifics

The Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab was launched into the market in 1981. If you have 1981 onwards Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab it is important you correctly determine which model you have to ensure you get the correct towbar. You can find this information in your vehicle’s log book.

Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab Towbar Electrics Kits

It is recommended that all tow bars fitted to a Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab are done so with a dedicated electrics kit, rather than a universal electrics kit. A dedicated electrics kit not only ensures all modern features such as; trailer stability and parking sensors are functional but also helps to keep your vehicle's warranty unaffected.

We offer both universal and dedicated electrics kits for the Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab towbars, but be aware that universal electrics kits can invalidate any manufacturer warranty your vehicle has and may also require a bypass relay.

Check your Fiat warranty for more information.

Bypass Relays

All tow bars for the Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 1994-2006 models will not require a bypass relay if universal electrics are fitted.

All tow bars for the Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 2006 onwards models will require a bypass relay if universal electrics are fitted.

A bypass relay works by powering what it is you are towing through transferring power straight from the battery instead of taking too much current away from your vehicle.

Whereas a dedicated system works in harmony with your vehicle's ECU and all of its functions.

Coding

This is the coding of the ECU to accept the dedicated system, this updates your vehicles software to run smoothly with the new towbar. Some Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab vehicles may require coding.

Coding is used to update your vehicles software in order for it to run coherently with the new towbar through the dedicated electrics.

Bumper Cuts

Depending on the towbar, Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab vehicles may require a bumper cut. A bumper cut is when a fraction of the vehicle's rear bumper is cut in order to fit the towbar.

All Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 1994-2006 models have towbars that require non-visible and no bumper cuts.

All Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 2006 onwards models have towbars that require no bumper cuts.

Nose Weight

Nose weight is the amount of weight pushing down on the tow ball, it is important not to exceed the nose weight set on the tow bar, failure to do so could damage the car chassis and/or tow bar mounting points. Nose weight varies depending on the towbar you choose and are displayed under each tow bar below.

All Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 1994-2006 models have a nose weight of up to 80kg.

All Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab 2006 onwards models have a nose weight of 120kg up to 150kg.

Towing Weight

Towing weight is the weight that a Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab can tow safely, without any risk of damaging the vehicle. Towing weights are bar specific and displayed below each towbar.

For a Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab vehicle made between 1994-2006, the towbars have a towing weight capacity of up to 2000kg.

For a Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab vehicle made 2006 onwards, the towbars have a towing weight capacity of 2500kg up to 3500kg.

You will need to check the towing limit for your Fiat Ducato Chassis Cab model as it may not be able to tow up to the weight limit that the tow bar can tow.