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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    We've done over 2000 miles towing since covid. I would say that's more than occasional towing. I guess I will have to get a stronger tow hitch, otherwise I'll be worrying too much to enjoy my 'new' Disco. Better safe than sorry.
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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    It wasn't me, but a friend towing a 3 ton digger. My concern is if the tow point is weak I will have to fix it, as a previous thread says, I have no idea how mine, or even if mine, was used by the 5 previous owners, and this is an unexpected extra cost. It was bought to tow.
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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    I think a VOSA traffic officer should know what is current. They tend to specialise in road and vehicles.
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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    I have bought a Disco 3 to replace my freelander 1. After towing from Devon up to Scotland, Wales, and several round Cornwall I decided to upgrade. Caravan is 1600kg so close to the 2000kg freelander1 limit. I was unaware of any limits for the swan neck sold with every Disco 3, and...
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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    Previous thread says land rover say too much use damages towing point, so is this your opinion or can you confirm as fact. I know they tow 3500kg, but is the towing point rated for continuous use without reinforcing.
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    Disco 3 (LR3) Detachable tow bar

    I have been told by traffic officer that land rover only cover the detachable tow hook for up to 650kg. More is not allowed and was actually a traffic offence. Anyone know if that is true, as traffic officer should know?