Torklift International

What Torklift International does

Torklift International is a US-based specialty manufacturer of aftermarket RV, truck camper, and towing accessories founded in 1976 in Kent, Washington. The company designs, engineers, fabricates, and assembles its products domestically across facilities in Kent (headquarters), Sumner (50,000 sq ft manufacturing with 7,200 sq ft automated powder coat), and Royal City (manufacturing campus opened 2019). Its portfolio spans trailer hitches (EcoHitch, SuperHitch, NorthHitch, TailoredHitch), truck camper tie-down systems (ApexAnchors, frame-mounted tie downs, FastGun turnbuckles), suspension upgrades (StableLoad), RV steps (GlowStep Revolution), security solutions (PowerArmor battery boxes, Fortress GasLock/PowerLock, Lock and Load cargo trays), and commercial fleet upfitting products for EVs including BrightDrop, Silverado EV, and F-150 Lightning. Manufacturing relies on advanced fabrication including FEA engineering via SolidWorks, dual 6k fiber lasers, 5k watt laser tube cutting, Wolf robotic welding cells, and 3D printing for rapid prototyping. The company's flagship proprietary technology is the world's first True Frame-Mounted Tie Down system (invented 1990), anchoring truck camper mounting directly to the strongest part of the vehicle frame.

The company operates a three-channel go-to-market: a tiered certified dealer network with training, inventory, and product display requirements; direct-to-consumer e-commerce at torklift.com with vehicle-specific "Find Your Fit" search and free shipping in the lower 48 states; and wholesale distribution through national distributors including Keller Marine & RV, Meyer Distributing, Keystone Automotive Operations, and others across North America. For commercial fleet customers, Torklift employs a consultative sales approach to specify custom vehicle upfitting solutions. Revenue is generated exclusively through one-time hardware sales with no subscription model; products carry a Legendary Lifetime Warranty and are positioned as premium, vehicle-specific engineered solutions rather than commodity parts.

Customer reach spans truck camper owners, RV and trailer towing enthusiasts, security-conscious RV owners, outdoor lifestyle consumers, and commercial fleet operators. Strategic OEM partnerships with Forest River RV, Lance Camper, Outdoors RV, and Airstream embed Torklift products into the manufacturing process of major RV brands, while named fleet customers include Chevrolet BrightDrop and Ford F-150 Lightning operators. Customer testimonials come from Northwood Manufacturing (Arctic Fox), Bigfoot Industries, S&S Manufacturing, Apache Camping Center, All Seasons RV, and DNL Recreation, indicating broad OEM and dealer endorsement across the truck camper ecosystem.

Name

Torklift International

Legal name

Torklift International, Inc.

Website

https://torklift.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Torklift International is a US-based manufacturer of aftermarket RV and towing accessories founded in 1976, producing hitches, truck camper tie-down systems, suspension upgrades, RV steps, and security solutions. The company serves RV OEMs, truck camper owners, towing enthusiasts, and commercial EV fleet operators through a certified dealer network and direct-to-consumer e-commerce.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

RV and automotive towing accessories

NAICS

Automotive Parts and Accessories Retailers (44133), Motor Vehicle Body and Trailer Manufacturing (33621)

SIC

Motor Vehicle Parts & Accessories (3714), Wholesale-Motor Vehicle Supplies & New Parts (5013)

akta.pro primary industry

Aftermarket Towing, Hauling & Utility Accessories Manufacturing (Hitches/Winches/Trailer Wiring/Cargo Carriers) (IMACANAO)

akta.pro secondary industry

Aftermarket Exterior Accessories Manufacturing (Body Kits/Grilles/Bumpers/Racks/Tow Hooks) (IMACANAI)

Keywords

• Trailer hitches
• Truck camper tie downs
• RV towing accessories
• Suspension upgrades
• RV steps and handrails

Headquarters

HQ city

Sumner

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Aftermarket Automotive Accessories Sales: Torklift generates revenue through one-time sales of physical hardware products including trailer hitches, tie-down systems, suspension products, RV steps, security accessories, and cargo management solutions. Products are sold through certified dealers, distributors, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce. No subscription or recurring revenue model is employed.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Torklift International designs, engineers, fabricates, and assembles aftermarket towing and RV accessories including trailer hitches (concealed, front, rear, dual-receiver, custom-fit), frame-mounted truck camper tie-down systems and turnbuckles, suspension stabilizers, RV steps and handrails, and security and cargo management solutions. Products are vehicle-specific, matched to exact year/make/model for precise fitment, and sold through a certified dealer network, national distributors, and direct-to-consumer e-commerce.

Product overview

Torklift International offers a diversified portfolio of truck camper, RV, and towing accessories organized into three core solution areas: Tie Downs and Turnbuckles (ApexAnchors, Frame-Mounted Tie Downs, Talon Camper Tie Downs, FastGun Apex, FastGun Turnbuckle, SpringLoad XL), Towing and Hitches (EcoHitch, NorthHitch, SuperHitch Series, TailoredHitch, SuperTruss), and Suspension and Support (StableLoad, Camper Packer, FastGun Wobble Stopper). The company also provides complementary product lines including RV Steps (GlowStep Revolution, GlowStep Original, SafeStep, Stow N' Go), Security Solutions (PowerArmor battery boxes, Fortress GasLock, Fortress PowerLock, Lock and Load cargo trays), and Fleet Upfitting Products (EV-specific hitches and roof racks for commercial vehicles). Products are vehicle-specific, engineered around year, make, and model for precise fitment, and backed by the company's Legendary Lifetime Warranty. All products are designed, engineered, fabricated, and assembled in America.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EcoHitch: Concealed trailer hitch product line featuring stainless steel receivers designed for cars, SUVs, and hybrid vehicles with best ground clearance on the market
• GlowStep Revolution
• StableLoad
• FastGun Apex
• SuperHitch
• ApexAnchors
• PowerArmor
• Lock and Load

Products and services

• EcoHitch Concealed trailer hitch engineered to be fully hidden behind the vehicle's bumper, featuring stainless steel receivers that resist corrosion and maximize ground clearance. Designed for cars, SUVs, and hybrid vehicles.
• NorthHitch Front-mounted hitch system for trucks enabling mounting of bike racks, snowplows, winches, or cargo carriers at the front of the vehicle.
• SuperHitch Series Dual-receiver rear hitch for trucks providing industry-leading towing capacities up to 30,000 lbs with tongue weight ratings up to 3,000 lbs, designed for heavy-duty applications.
• TailoredHitch Custom-fit rear receiver hitch engineered specifically for travel trailers including Airstream and Jayco, maintaining proper receiver height and alignment for trailer frames.
• ApexAnchors In Bed Payload Anchor System Internal frame-mounted payload anchor system rated for 2,000 lbs per anchor point, designed to anchor truck campers, motorcycles, ATVs, and other dynamic loads directly to the truck frame.
• Frame-Mounted Tie Downs Tie down systems that attach directly to the truck frame at the strongest mounting points, providing maximum strength and stability for truck campers and preventing camper shift during transit.
• Talon Camper Tie Downs Camper tie down system with custom engineering for specific truck applications.
• FastGun Apex Turnbuckle Spring-loaded camper turnbuckle with quick-disconnect handle and spring-tension indicator for monitoring tension at all times, designed for dynamic truck camper loads.
• FastGun Turnbuckle Original turnbuckle with quick-disconnect handle for securing truck campers, first tie-down with this feature when launched in 2003.
• StableLoad Suspension Upgrade Suspension upgrade system that pre-activates factory leaf spring suspension, eliminating sway, sag, and porpoising while towing or hauling heavy loads. Backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee.
• GlowStep Revolution RV step system with deploy-anywhere capability, available in multiple configurations including mounted under doorway and mounted to doorway versions, designed for any RV application.
• GlowStep Original Original RV step system for truck campers.
• PowerArmor RV Battery Box RV battery storage solution with heavy-duty locking mechanism for security-conscious RV owners.
• PowerArmor Lithium RV Battery Box Battery box specifically designed for lithium RV batteries.
• HiddenPower Undercarriage Battery Storage Undercarriage-mounted battery storage solution for RV applications.
• ExtendedPower Hitch Extension Battery Storage Battery storage solution that mounts to hitch extension for additional power capacity.
• Fortress GasLock Propane tank lock for securing RV propane tanks from theft.
• Fortress PowerLock Locking system for RV power cords to prevent theft.
• Lock and Load Cargo Tray Heavy-duty locking security tray that works with standard 2-inch tow hitch receiver, designed to protect generators and cargo from theft.
• Camper Packer Industry's strongest camper storage stand with 100% tool-free operation and heavy-duty materials, providing a stable base that reduces stress on camper jacks and frame.
• FastGun Wobble Stopper Stabilizing solution that eliminates camper movement and swaying while in storage or parked, preventing motion from wind and uneven ground.
• Truck Camper Bumpers Custom bumpers built specifically for truck campers, offering integrated features like step platforms, storage compartments, and towing options.
• No-Drill Roof Rack Solution for Commercial EVs Purpose-built roof rack system designed specifically for commercial electric fleet vehicles including Chevy BrightDrop EV 400 and EV 600, compatible with Weather Guard EZ-Glide Ladder Rack Kit.
• Chevrolet Silverado EV TailoredLift Hitch and Liftgate System Fleet solution specifically designed for Chevy Silverado EV 2024-2026, providing hitch-mounted liftgate installation with no vehicle or electrical modification required.

Quantifiable outcome

• Frame-mounted tie-down systems rated to handle dynamic loads from truck campers with high centers of gravity, preventing structural damage from camper shift
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and support.

• Outdoors RVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Partnership starting in 2025 to equip new model year Outdoors RV units with GlowStep Revolution step systems. Torklift products are integrated into Outdoors RV's manufacturing process.
• Lance CampercoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 20242024 partnership to create custom accessories for the all-new Lance Enduro trailer. Torklift develops purpose-built tie-down systems and accessories specifically designed for Lance camper products.
• AirstreamcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 20242024-2025 partnership to develop TailoredHitch custom-fit trailer hitches and GlowStep Revolution step systems for Airstream trailers including Basecamp, Bambi, and Caravel models. Products are specifically engineered to match Airstream trailer frames.
• Forest River RVcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership established in 2019 for step system development. Torklift develops and supplies GlowStep Revolution step systems for Forest River RV products, creating custom solutions for their travel trailers and other RV lines.
• RV ProminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019RV Pro, a national RV industry publication, produced a video feature about Torklift's people development and manufacturing capabilities, providing editorial media coverage.
• Vehicle Dealership NetworksupportOthersNetwork of automotive dealerships (Acura, Audi, BMW, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Infiniti, Kia, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Volkswagen) that provide Torklift with test vehicles for product fitment and development. Dealers listed include major Washington state dealerships.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• CURT Manufacturing: CURT Manufacturing is one of the largest North American aftermarket trailer hitch and towing products makers, with a broad SKU range covering receiver hitches, ball mounts, wiring, and cargo carriers. Directly competes with Torklift's EcoHitch, SuperHitch, and NorthHitch lines across the same dealer and retailer channels.
• B&W Trailer Hitches: B&W Trailer Hitches designs and manufactures aftermarket hitches, gooseneck hitches, and trailer couplers with a strong reputation for heavy-duty and OEM-grade towing solutions. Closely comparable to Torklift in vehicle-specific engineering, premium positioning, and truck/camper customer base.
• Draw-Tite: Draw-Tite is a Horizon Global brand producing aftermarket trailer hitches, ball mounts, and towing accessories for passenger vehicles, SUVs, and light trucks. Direct competitor to Torklift in concealed and standard receiver hitches distributed through the same retailer and installer channels.
• Reese (Horizon Global): Reese, another Horizon Global brand, manufactures hitches, weight distribution systems, brake controllers, and towing accessories with deep penetration in OEM and aftermarket channels. Comparable to Torklift's SuperHitch and StableLoad product categories, particularly for heavy-duty and fifth-wheel towing.
• Demco: Demco produces towed vehicle and trailer hitches, tow bars, and baseplates for motorhome and RV applications. Directly comparable to Torklift's trailer and RV hitches, with overlap in vehicle-specific fitments and OEM-style engineering.
• Camco: Camco manufactures a wide range of RV, camping, and towing accessories including steps, water, sanitation, and exterior products. Comparable to Torklift's GlowStep and security product lines, with overlapping distribution into RV dealers, campgrounds, and big-box retailers.
• MORryde: MORryde designs and manufactures RV suspension, step, and chassis upgrade products with strong OEM relationships across travel trailer and fifth-wheel manufacturers. Directly comparable to Torklift's StableLoad suspension line and GlowStep Revolution step systems, including in the OEM integration motion.

Broad incumbents

• Lippert Components: Lippert is a large, public-adjacent supplier of RV and trailer components including chassis, suspension, axles, steps, and doors. Overlaps with Torklift in steps, suspension, and OEM channels but operates as a broad portfolio supplier rather than a towing-specialist.

Emerging players

• Thule: Thule produces hitch-mounted bike racks, cargo carriers, and outdoor lifestyle accessories that can be paired with EcoHitch-style concealed receivers. Adjacent competitor in the outdoor lifestyle consumer segment rather than a direct hitch specialist.
• Yakima: Yakima makes hitch-mounted bike racks, cargo baskets, and outdoor adventure accessories serving crossover and SUV owners. Compares to Torklift's EcoHitch and outdoor lifestyle consumer segment with partial product overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/torklift
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/torklift
• Facebookfacebook.com/TorkliftUSA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/torklift-international
• Instagraminstagram.com/torklift_international
• Pinterestpinterest.com/torkliftUSA

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Torklift International