Hayman Reese X-Bar Towbar Review
Author: Jordan Rand Date Posted:14 April 2025
The Hayman Reese X-Bar Towbar is built tough, ready for 4WD adventures all across Australia. Speedy Towbars reviews it in this article.
If you’re gearing up your 4WD for some serious off-road adventures, you’re going to need a towbar that can keep up. We’re talking about rugged durability, off-road capabilities, and built-in recovery options to help you tackle any mountain and get out of any situation!
They don’t get much tougher than the Hayman Reese X-Bar, the Australian towbar that ticks all the boxes for hardcore off-roaders, weekend warriors and grey nomads alike. Designed first and foremost for four-wheel drivers, the X-Bar is as tough as they come, offering towing, recovery, and rear-end protection.
Let’s take a look at what it brings to the table.
Heavy-Duty X-Bar Specs
The specs below help make the Hayman Reese X-Bar a standout in its class:
Maximum Tow Capacity: 3,500kg (braked) (Vehicle specifications may vary)
Maximum Towball Download Rating: 350kg (Vehicle specifications may vary)
Integrated Recovery Points: Three 700-grade steel recovery points rated to 6,500kg (centre hook, single side hook and dual side hook)
ADR Compliant: Yes (ADR62/02)
Tested to Australian Standards AS/NZS4177 in a NATA-accredited laboratory
Construction: Steel with Metalshield™, Hayman Reese’s premium eCoat and powder-coat finish.
Protection: Integrated steel bash plate
Wiring Kit: Hayman Reese vehicle-specific SmartClick™ wiring harness
Fitment: Vehicle-specific design for perfect alignment
Designed for challenging conditions and rated for recovery duties, the X-Bar isn’t built for the occasional run to the tip. It has the muscle to back you up in the wildest towing adventures!
Three-in-One: Tow, Recover, Protect
You get three-in-one functionality when you attach the Hayman Reese X-Bar to your 4WD. Here’s why:
Towing: This is a rock-solid towbar with upto 3.5-tonne braked towing capacity. So its got your back when it comes to heavy towing. The generous 350kg towball weight supports a range of towing applications and accessories whilst keeping you compliant and safe too.
Recovery: The three built-in recovery points are a big point of difference for off-roaders. The centre recovery hook is rated to 5000kg, and if you’ve got dual side recovery hooks they’re rated to 6500kg. You’ll be the one getting your mates out of trouble… coldies on them!
Safety: The rear bash plate gives you an extra level of underbody protection, shielding vital components from rocks, ruts and other trail hazards. It improves your departure angle and gives you that edge in rugged terrain.
X-Bar - Built for the Aussie Outdoors
If Cape York creek crossings the red dirt tracks of the Simpson Desert are calling, the Hayman Reese X-Bar will be a perfectly adequate towing companion. This is one tough towbar, coming with increased thickness side arms for better rigidity and built from solid steel. The powder-coated finish adds to its durability, resisting corrosion and weathering over time.
It’s ADR compliant, so you can tow safe in the knowledge it meets the legal requirements for safety and fitment in Australia. When you’re towing through the Australian outback, peace of mind like that is critical!
Vehicle-Specific Design and a Tough Look
A standout benefit of the X-Bar is its vehicle-specific design. It’s made to fit perfectly on popular 4WD models like the Toyota LandCruiser Prado 150 or the Mazda BT-50 without the need for messy modifications. Installation is relatively straightforward, with plug-and-play wiring kits included to make life easier. You can always bring your vehicle down to Speedy Towbars and our expert team will complete the towbar installation for you.
Let’s be honest, this towbar looks the part. With its bold red recovery points and aggressive profile, the X-Bar is a nice aesthetic upgrade to the rear of your 4WD… it looks as good as it functions!
Who is it For?
The Hayman Reese X-Bar is a great fit for:
- Touring enthusiasts towing caravans and camper trailers
- Off-roaders looking for reliable recovery options
- Tradies who carry heavy loads and want added rear protection
- 4WD owners wanting to upgrade their vehicle’s functionality and safety
If you’re the kind of driver who doesn’t like cutting corners with your towing gear, the X-Bar will suit you perfectly.
Final Verdict
The Hayman Reese X-Bar definitely gets the Speedy Towbars stamp of approval. It’s the complete offroad setup, coming with a big tow capacity, rock solid recovery points and underbody bash plate protection. You’re getting more than a towbar here… you’re getting the peace of mind you need to tackle far-flung Australian adventure locations.
If you’re convinced this is the towing solution for your off-roader, head over to the Speedy Towbars online store and find the correct model for your vehicle. We deliver all over Australia!
You can always give us a call on 1300 SPEEDY if you have any questions, or bring your vehicle into our Everton Hills or Slacks Creek branches in Brisbane for our team to install your new X-Bar for you!
