Fitting an aftermarket tow bar and electrics

THE Discovery 3 and 4 were built almost ready to tow. The rear of the chassis had a tow bar receiver mounting, to which a quick-release detachable tow hitch could be easily fitted and removed. The towing electrics could be added as required, be it a 7-pin, a twin 7-pin or the now standard 13-pin socket. An adjustable-height tow bar could also be fitted, recommended for regular heavy trailer towing, and featuring the traditional stay bars to the chassis.

Discovery 5 did not continue the easy-fit receiver towing system, which many felt was a retrograde step. The only option, if you wanted to tow a trailer or caravan, was to have a tow bar fitted. That