Blue Ox BX1746 Baseplate for Canyon and Colorado 4WD

The Blue Ox BX1746 baseplate is listed for select GMC Canyon and Chevrolet Colorado 4WD models, with removable arms for flat towing behind an RV. Its steel construction and receiver covers suit owners seeking a vehicle-specific mounting point with a cleaner look when the arms are removed.

At a glance

Removable arms are described as leaving a seamless appearance when not flat towing.
Receiver covers are intended to keep dirt and debris out when the arms are removed.
The manufacturer describes the powder-coated steel as intended to resist rust and corrosion.
The listing states a pull force of 5000 pounds.

Price

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Reference price: ~~$517.65~~

Price checked: Nov 14, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Removable arms and receiver covers help keep the exposed mounting area tidy between towing use.
Vehicle-specific fit information names model years and special fit exclusions for several Canyon and Colorado variants.
Alloy steel construction and a powder-coated finish are specified.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Identity and fit
Brand	Blue Ox
Model	BX1746
Vehicle type	Truck
Fit type	Vehicle Specific Fit
Listed vehicle compatibility	This baseplate fits 2021-2022 Canyon (Includes AT4) (Includes Shutters), 2015-2020 Canyon (4WD) (Includes Denali), 2017-2022 Colorado (ZR2) (No Bison) and 2015-2022 Colorado (4WD)

Towing and construction
Pull force	5000 pounds
Material	Alloy Steel
Finish	Powder Coated
Weight listed	21 pounds

Warranty
Manufacturer warranty description	3 YEARS

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Fitment is listed for several different Canyon and Colorado year ranges and trims, including exclusions such as Colorado ZR2 Bison. Confirm the exact vehicle configuration and installation requirements before buying. The 5000-pound pull force and safe-towing language are listing claims, not independently verified ratings.

What’s in the box

Included

Base plate

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Owners of a listed GMC Canyon or Chevrolet Colorado 4WD configuration preparing a vehicle for flat towing behind an RV.
Buyers who want removable baseplate arms and covers for the exposed receiver openings when not towing.

Less suited to

Owners of vehicles or trims not explicitly included in the listed fitment information.
Buyers seeking a complete tow-bar or flat-towing system, since only the base plate is identified in the contents list.

Blue Ox BX1746 Baseplate for Canyon and Colorado 4WD · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.5 / 5 · 11 ratings

5 stars74%74%
4 stars7%7%
3 stars19%19%
2 stars0%0%
1 star0%0%

Only aggregate rating information is available, with a generally favorable distribution but a smaller rating sample and a noticeable three-star portion. Those ratings cannot establish particular strengths, defects or fitment outcomes. For this vehicle-specific towing component, confirm the exact truck configuration and verify that the baseplate matches the intended towing setup.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles does the BX1746 fit?

The listing names 2015-2020 GMC Canyon 4WD, 2021-2022 Canyon including AT4 and shutters, 2015-2022 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD, and 2017-2022 Colorado ZR2 excluding Bison. Verify your exact year and trim.

Does this listing include a tow bar?

The explicit included-components field names a Base Plate only. It does not list a tow bar, so do not assume one is included.

What do the removable arms and covers do?

The manufacturer says the arms can be removed when the vehicle is not flat towing, while receiver covers help keep dirt and debris out of the baseplate openings.

What pull force is specified?

The listing gives a pull force of 5000 pounds. Treat this as a manufacturer-listed specification and confirm suitability for your vehicle and towing setup.