Best TRX Towing & Recovery Accessories
The towing and recovery gear that makes a ram trx safer to haul and easier to get unstuck — hitches, tow mirrors, brake controllers, recovery gear, and bed accessories worth owning.
The TRX is built to go fast off-road, not to haul heavy — its ~8,100 lb tow rating is modest for a full-size truck. But plenty of owners still trailer their toys, tow a car within limits, and, above all, need solid recovery gear for the desert. These accessories make towing and self-recovery with a TRX safer and less stressful — ranked by how much they matter. Use the eBay Motors buttons for used and OEM parts, and the category links for new gear.
1. The right hitch
Everything starts with a properly rated hitch. Match the class and rating to your heaviest planned load, and never exceed the TRX’s ~8,100 lb tow rating. A quality receiver also doubles as an anchor point for a recovery strap when a friend needs a pull.
2. Trailer brake controller
If your trailer has electric brakes, a brake controller isn’t optional — it’s what lets you stop a loaded trailer safely. Many newer TRXs have one built in; older trucks often need one added. Not sure which you have, or which aftermarket unit to buy? Our trailer brake controller buyer’s guide walks through spotting the factory controller, proportional vs. time-based units, plug-and-play wiring, and gain setup.
3. Tow mirrors
Extended tow mirrors dramatically improve visibility down the sides of a wide trailer. They’re one of the most appreciated upgrades the first time you back into a tight spot.
4. Recovery gear
This is the TRX-specific must-have. If you actually use the truck the way it was built to be used — sand, silt, desert two-tracks — you will get stuck eventually. A rated recovery strap or soft shackle, a set of traction boards, and proper recovery points turn a bad day into a five-minute problem. Don’t head off-pavement without them.
5. Bed protection and organization
A tonneau cover, bed liner, or storage setup protects your cargo and keeps gear secure on long hauls and dusty trails. Small additions, big quality-of-life gains.
Get the hitch, brake controller, and recovery gear sorted first — they’re the safety foundation — then add mirrors and bed gear for comfort.
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