• Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - USA Containers
  • Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - USA Containers
  • Shipping container tow bar hitch kit attached between truck and container for safe off-road transport.
  • Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - For Moving Containers - USA Containers
  • Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - For Moving Containers - USA Containers
  • Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - For Moving Containers - USA Containers
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Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - For Moving Containers

Shipping Container Tow Bar Hitch Kit - For Moving Containers

$2,289.99 USD
$2,499.99 USD $2,289.99 USD
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Simon K.

Received my shipping container tow bar and it worked great. It was well-packaged and easy to load and unload from my truck bed for easy moving and storage.

Purpose-Built for Containers

Shipping Container Mobility Solution

Commercial-Grade Container Accessories

Easy Shipping Container Installation

Corrosion-Resistant Steel Construction

Shipping Container Mobility

Description

Take the hassle out of container transport with our Shipping Container Tow Bar Kit, ideal for heavy-duty performance in off-road environments. This kit delivers the strength, compatibility, and convenience you need to move containers quickly and securely.

Key Features & Benefits:

  • Heavy-Duty Alloy Steel Construction: Built to handle rugged use and withstand the weight of heavy containers with long-lasting durability.
  • Versatile Compatibility: Designed to fit both 20' and 40' containers, offering maximum flexibility for your operations.
  • Effortless Hook-Up: Uses a standard 2" ball for quick, secure connection to trucks or tractors—no special tools or modifications needed.
  • Optimized for Off-Road Use: Ideal for farms, ranches, and industrial lots. Not for highway use, ensuring safe, proper operation on private property.
  • Strong & Stable: Weighs 285 lbs and supports up to 8,500 lbs (empty 40' container), providing solid performance and peace of mind.

Specifications:

  • Material: Alloy Steel
  • Color: Black
  • Weight: 285 lbs
  • Fits: 20' and 40' containers
  • Vehicle Type: Truck, Tractor
  • Max Tow Load: 8,500 lbs
  • Ball Size: 2" standard
  • Use Case: Off-road only (not for highway use)

Make moving containers easy, safe, and efficient. Add the Tow Bar Kit to your heavy-duty gear today!

Need to roll your container into position first? Add our shipping container wheel kit, or browse all container moving & wheel kits.

How to use

Step-by-Step Assembly & Installation

Step 1: Assemble the 3-Piece Tow Bar Frame

  1. Unbox the tow bar hitch kit components. The assembly comes in 3 main pieces: 1 main center tongue piece and 2 angled side arms.
  2. Align the side arms with the mounting plates on the main center tongue piece.
  3. Feed the 8 provided frame bolts through the matching holes to connect the arms to the tongue.
  4. CRITICAL STEP: Leave the 8 frame bolts slightly loose with some play; do not crank them down fully yet. Keeping the assembly flexible makes it significantly easier to align the mounting brackets with the container's corner castings in the next step, especially if the container is used or slightly warped.

Step 2: Mount the Assembly to the Container Corners

  1. Use a jack or tractor to elevate the front of the shipping container high enough to gain access to the lower corner castings (cornerstones).
  2. Align the outer brackets of the tow bar side arms with the container's front corner castings.
  3. Take the heavy-duty side bolts and larger spacers included in your hardware kit.
  4. Slide a spacer onto a side bolt, feed it directly through the hitch bracket and into the container cornerstone hole, and thread the nut on manually. Repeat this for the opposite side.
  5. Pro-Tip: Once both sides are safely pinned and aligned inside the corner castings, go back and completely tighten all 8 frame bolts assembled in Step 1, followed by the main cornerstone anchor bolts.

Step 3: Link Up to the Tow Vehicle

  1. Back your truck up to the container tow tongue. For safety and stability, drop your truck's hitch ball mount to its lowest possible drop position.
  2. If your truck's hitch cannot go low enough to reach the tongue naturally, place a floor jack directly under the cross-brace or strong-point reinforcement ring on the tow bar frame. Jack the tow bar up until it aligns with your vehicle's hitch ball.
  3. Lower the tow bar tongue directly onto your vehicle's hitch ball and close the locking coupler latch.
  4. SAFETY CHECK: Always insert a safety pin or coupler lock through the latch mechanism to prevent the tongue from popping off the hitch ball during transit. Do a final walk-around to verify every single bolt is tight and secure before moving.
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Container Corrugation Compatible

Designed to match container corrugation and structural contours

Mobility

Simplifies moving and repositioning shipping containers

Professional Grade

Designed for professional shipping container applications

Convenience

Simple bolt-on or mount-on installation with minimal tools required

Built to Last

Durable materials help resist rust and long-term outdoor wear

Mobility

Makes moving and repositioning containers easier and more efficient

What Our Customers Say

  • Simon K.

    Received my shipping container tow bar and it worked great. It was well-packaged and easy to load and unload from my truck bed for easy moving and storage.

  • Garrett F.

    This tow bar kit made relocating our empty 40' container across the ranch completely effortless

  • Melanie S.

    It fits both our 20' and 40' containers perfectly, gives our team a ton of operational flexibility.

  • Grant P.

    It handles the weight beautifully and tracks incredibly straight behind our equipment

  • Rachel D.

    We used this kit to reposition three storage units on our farm

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the tow bar hitch kit do?

It lets you tow your shipping container with a vehicle instead of relying on a crane or hauling service. Once your container is up on wheels, the tow bar connects it to a truck, tractor, or other vehicle so you can pull it to a new spot under control. It is what turns "rolling a container" into an actual towable move.

Do I need wheels to use the tow bar?

Yes. The tow bar is the pulling connection, so the container needs to be up on a wheel kit first for it to roll. The two work together: the wheels let the container roll and the tow bar lets your vehicle pull it. If you do not already have wheels, an all-in-one mobility bundle pairs both together.

How strong is the tow bar kit?

It is built from heavy-duty alloy steel for the demands of moving a container, including off-road environments where the ground is rough and uneven. Alloy steel construction gives it the strength to handle the load and the durability to be reused for future moves rather than being a one-time tool.

Will it work with my container and vehicle?

The kit is designed for compatibility with standard shipping containers, connecting at the container's corner fittings, and for towing behind a suitable vehicle. For a safe move, use a vehicle capable of handling the load, keep the pace slow and controlled, and make sure the path is firm and clear before you start.

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