Tow Dolly

Our car tow dolly option is an affordable way to tow your car. Tow dollies have a lightweight and durable design as well as heavy-duty security chains and ratchet tire straps for extra towing security. Towing a car on a U-Haul tow dolly can save you time, money and effort.

  • Lightweight durable design
  • Vehicle security chains
  • One-way car dolly

The tow dolly, a U-Haul patented design, is considered top of the line for vehicle towing. It is a perfect low cost option to transport vehicles for either in-town or long distance moves. Tow dollies are available for rent either behind a U-Haul moving truck or behind your own tow capable vehicle. Start moving with U-Haul today!

U-Haul car dolly rentals can tow most FWD vehicles and many RWD vehicles. When towing a RWD vehicle on a tow dolly, you must disconnect the driveshaft, please refer to your owner’s manual prior to loading and towing a vehicle. When towing with a personal tow vehicle, the tow dolly requires either a 1-7/8” or 2” hitch ball as well as an appropriately rated hitch. During the reservation process, U-Haul will provide an exact recommendation for your particular vehicle combination.

We suggest watching this short five minute video on How to Load your Car on a U-Haul Car Towing Dolly to ensure a stress-free loading process and towing experience.

Tow Dolly

Trailer Safety Information

  • Dimensions

    • Max outside tire width of vehicle in tow: 6'4"
    • Min inside tire width of vehicle in tow: 3'8"
    • Max outside body width of vehicle in tow: 6'6"
    • Outside width of vehicle platform: 6'5"
    • Width between fenders: 6'11"
    • Extended ramp length: 2'8"
    • Outside width of ramps: 6'
    • Overall length with ramps stored: 11'5"
    • Recommended hitch ball height: Approximately 18"
  • Features

    • Ratchet-operated tire straps
    • Vehicle security chains
    • Drop & Tow Coupler
    • Safety cables with self-closing hooks
    • Automatic hydraulic surge brake
    • 4-way flat light connector
  • Capacity

    • Max load: 4,080 lbs.
    • Empty weight: 740 lbs.
  • Towing Vehicle Requirements

    • Maximum recommended speed is 55 MPH
    • Must have a 2" hitch ball (2,000 lbs. minimum)
    • Must not exceed maximum allowable hitch ball height 25"
    • Must have external mirrors on both sides of vehicle.
    • Must be equipped with a hard top if it is an SUV or select Jeeps.
    • Tow vehicle and trailer lighting must be operational at all times, day and night.
    • Curb weight of the vehicle must exceed the weight of the loaded trailer.
    • Must be equipped with an adequate hitch system and lighting connections.
    • How to determine your hitch system rating.

Towing Vehicle Requirements

  • Maximum recommended speed is 55 MPH
  • Must have a 2" hitch ball (2,000 lbs. minimum)
  • Must not exceed maximum allowable hitch ball height 25"
  • Must have external mirrors on both sides of vehicle.
  • Must be equipped with a hard top if it is an SUV or select Jeeps.
  • Tow vehicle and trailer lighting must be operational at all times, day and night.
  • Curb weight of the vehicle must exceed the weight of the loaded trailer.
  • Must be equipped with an adequate hitch system and lighting connections.
  • How to determine your hitch system rating.

Trailer Safety Information

Tow Dolly

Trailer Safety Information

All rental truck and trailer measurements are approximate. The equipment you receive may vary in size, based on the engineering/design specifications of multiple-production models.

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