BRAKE SYSTEM
Patriot 3 Brake
BRK2022NZ
A portable supplementary brake for your towed vehicle, with a simple 30-second set-up. Whether you need one is determined by the unbraked rating of your motorhome tow bar. Weighs around 3 kg, moves between cars, and gives you wireless monitoring from the dash of the motorhome.
Key Features:
- Proportional braking
- Around 3 kg, fully portable
- Wireless dash controller
- Simple 30-second set-up
- Emergency breakaway protection
Request a quote and we'll talk through what's right for your motorhome and towed vehicle.
How the Patriot 3 works
Proportional braking
The Patriot 3 senses your motorhome's deceleration and applies matching force to the towed vehicle's brakes. Smooth, predictable, no jolt.
Wireless controller
Sits on your motorhome dash. Shows brake activity in real time so you know it's working without guessing.
Portable between vehicles
The whole unit weighs around 3 kg. Lift it in, lift it out, move it between cars if you change your towed vehicle later.
Built for NZ compliance
Designed to meet the 7m-from-30km/h braking requirement that most flat towing setups need to satisfy.
Who the Patriot 3 suits
Anyone flat towing a vehicle in New Zealand. Whether a supplementary brake is required is determined by the unbraked rating of your motorhome tow bar. In practice, that covers nearly all flat towing combinations.
The Patriot 3 is portable, so it works across different towed vehicles if your fleet changes. It also works regardless of which Blue Ox tow bar you're using.
Specifications
- Part number: BRK2022NZ
- Weight: Approx 3 kg
- Type: Proportional brake actuator
- Controller: Wireless dash unit
- Power: Towed vehicle's 12V system
- Warranty: 2 years
What's included
- Patriot 3 brake unit
- Wireless dash controller
- Breakaway switch
- Power cables
- Installation instructions
Accessories
- Patriot Protective Bag (BRK2506NZ), for storing the unit when not in use
- See all accessories.
Common Questions
Do I legally need a brake in New Zealand?
Whether a brake is required is determined by the unbraked rating of your motorhome tow bar, and in practice that covers nearly all motorhome-and-car combinations. Have a look at the NZ Legal Guide for the full requirements.
Can I move the Patriot 3 between cars?
Yes. The unit is fully portable. Lift it out, place it in another vehicle, connect to the 12V system, and it's ready to go. Useful if you change your towed vehicle or use different cars for different trips.
How do I know the brake is working?
The wireless controller on your motorhome dash lights up every time the brake activates. You see real-time activity, so there's no guessing whether the system is on or off.
Do I need a Blue Ox tow bar to use the Patriot 3?
No. The Patriot 3 works independently of the tow bar. You can use it with any flat towing setup. We'd usually pair it with one of our tow bars, but it isn't required.
Ready to confirm your braking setup?
Send us the basics about your motorhome and your towed vehicle. We'll come back with a quote and walk through compliance with NZ rules.