Did you know that you imperceptibly lose up to 20% of the trailer capacity if you mount a rear step on the towbar assembly of a van?
A small mounting choice with big consequences. As a van fitter, you know how critical every kilo and centimetre is. You tune everything: floors, cabinets, lighting... But the rear step? That one often gets too little attention. And that's exactly where it goes wrong.
Why mounting on the tow bar is not a good idea
Many rear steps are mounted directly on the tow bar of vans. Convenient? Yes. Clever? Not really. You are working with a maximum nose weight of 75 kg. If you mount a traditional rear step of 15 to 18 kg on that, you immediately lose margin. And those kilos can be crucial. Especially if your customer works with trailers. The risks are clear: exceeding the drawbar load, risk of damage or rejection at inspections and sometimes even the type approval of the tow bar expires. For your customer, this means less flexibility and more frustration.
Easy Step: chassis mounting without compromise
The Easy Step offers the solution: no mounting on the tow bar, but on the chassis. Just as easy to mount, but much smarter for the load and the functionality of the vehicle. Thanks to chassis mounting, the full drawbar load remains available. So you keep a 75 kg margin for a tow bar, without the step getting in the way. Moreover, you relieve the tow bar assembly itself, which saves on wear and tear in the long run.
"Mounting the Easy Step rear step is as easy as with a traditional rear step. No extra work, yes extra benefit."
The Easy Step offers added value in every customer meeting
For you as a fitter, the Easy Step is an extra asset in every customer meeting. You show that you think beyond installation alone: you prevent problems before they arise. And if you opt for the Easy Step Multi, you also take a smart approach to safety. Think of a wide footboard with non-slip grip, a sturdy bumper all round and smart drainage openings against water accumulation. So you ensure comfort and safety in one smart step.
View all specifications and models on the Easy Step page.
