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Brackett Aircraft Universal Towbars Model TH-53

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Overview

This towbar fits in our line between the TH-5 and the TR-34. The Th-53 comes with a telescoping tongue (R) ring or (B) ball, for easier hookups. The TH-53 can handle most singles and medium twins up to 7000 lbs. ramp weight.

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Description
Part No.
BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53R
13-03338
TOWBAR W/ BALL HITCH TH-53B
13-03339
TOWBAR W/ CLEVIS HITCH TH53C
13-03340

Specifications

  • Maximum aircraft weight: 7,000 lbs. (3,175 kg)
  • Maximum opening 12 1/2" (31.75 cm)
  • Length: 80" (203 cm) closed, 94" (234 cm) extended
  • Weight: 22 lbs. (9 kg)
  • Shipping box: 94" X 13" X 3" (239 cm X 33 cm X 8 cm)
  • Color orange powder coating

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Reviews

Anthony Z Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53C WITH CLEVIS HITCH

May 24, 2023

This was delivered on time and immediately saw this was a quality product.

Benjamin C Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53B

January 31, 2023

Great product, the best universal tow bar on the market.

Executive S Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53R WITH RING HITCH

December 22, 2022

Very well made, easy to use. Game changer

Christopher W Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53R WITH RING HITCH

November 2, 2022

AWESOME! Fast shipping. Used to tow a E55 Baron with a 36V EZGO golf cart and a 2in Pintle Hitch.

Neil S Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53R WITH RING HITCH

October 17, 2022

Very heavy duty tow bar- Overkill for my Skylane but will still work if I ever buy a twin. Works well with the golf cart I use to pull it out of the hangar.

Christopher D Verified Purchase

BRACKETT TOWBAR TH-53R WITH RING HITCH

June 28, 2021

Tow bar came shipped as promised and worked perfectly as illustrated on a Cessna 310. Thanks for good shopping experience.

Dale W
December 26, 2020

Aircraft grade quality and construction. Completely satisfied. Customer service at Spruce is A+++

Phil H
September 20, 2018

Very well made and very easy to use.

Michael M
May 24, 2018

Q&A

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Q: I have a Rockwell Commander 500S Shrike. Do I need an adaptor for this towbar to work?

You would need qty 2 of part number 13-01896.

Q: What adapters will I need to move my Cessna 337 and my Cessna 340? thanks

You do not need adapters to use this tow bar with both of these aircraft.

Q: Will the adaptor part number 13-15488 fit the TH-53 toe bar for Piper PA-28 180 Cherokee aircraft?

Yes.

Q: What adapters do I need for a Mooney?

Mooney aircraft do not require additional adapters.

Q: Will it work with a PA-24 Piper Comanche?

Yes, this should attach to the nosewheel of the PA24.

Q: I have a Bonanza and a TBM. Do I need any adaptors for this towbar to work with my aircraft?

The Bonanza wouldnt require adapters, but the TBM would need qty 2 of our part number 13-16096.

Q: Does this TH-53 tow bar have brackets to add wheels?

No it does not.

Q: Which adapters for a DA62?

You would need qty 2 of our part number 13-16099.

Q: I have a Pa34-200. Do I need an adapter for this tug?

No adapters are required for this application.