With so much riding on your carrier, you need to be assured of a quality vehicle that can stand up to the everyday demands placed upon it.  That's why Holmes designed this line of carriers to be the strongest, most durable in the industry.  Compare our quality and features, and you will see a carrier built for the future.  You can choose from aluminum or steel, depending on your application.  Holmes also offers you a choice between an optional tow bar or an independent wheel lift system for second car towing.

Holmes Carriers are available in steel or aluminum with solid side rails or optional removable side rails.

Standard Features

  • 3" raised solid side rails
  • Deck available in steel or aluminum
  • Lighted dual controls
  • Tilt lockout control
  • Cable tensioner
  • Full length Nylatron slide pads
  • Dual outboard hold down system
  • Full height cab protector
  • Holmes mud flaps
  • Driver and passenger side chain trays
  • 4 rear tie down slots
  • Spring loaded winch release
  • Federal standard 108 lights
  • 8,000 lb. winch with 50' of 3/8 cable
  • Back up alarm
  • Steel carriers painted in black acrylic enamel
  • Cable roller guide
  • Hydraulic tow bar with hooks & chains (17 1/2' carriers)
  • Preassembled and factory tested
  • 2,500 lb. independent wheel lift (19', 19'6", & 21' carriers)
  • Front safety chains
  • Two power lift cylinders and one extension cylinder
  • Hydraulic pump
  • All components for complete installation
  • 2 rear safety chains

Optional Equipment

  • Wrecker special light bar
  • Switch panel
  • Work area lighting
  • Optional color on side rails and top of deck (steel carrier)
  • Tool boxes
  • Removable side rails (not available on 21' aluminum)
  • V-chain assembly
  • Tie down chains
  • Tie down strap kit
  • Smooth floor instead of diamond plate (steel carrier only)
  • PTO
  • Trailer ball adapter
  • Additional crossmembers ( steel only)
  • Planetary winch in lieu of worm gear winch
  • Stationary cab protector (requires additional 10" of C.A.)

Truck Recommendations

Holmes carriers should be installed on a chassis with GVWR of 10,000 to 25,500 lbs., dual rear wheels and a C.A. minimum of 108".  Requires a manual transmission and at least one accessible PTO opening or optional clutch pump for automatic transmission.