Florida Driver's Handbook
Chapter 7: Vehicle Equipment

7.5. Limitations on Towing

The following rules apply to the drawbar or towing connection:

  • It must be strong enough to pull all towed weight.
  • It must not be more than 15 feet long unless you are towing poles, pipes, machinery, or other objects that cannot be easily taken apart.
  • If a chain, rope, or cable is used as the towing connection, you must have a white flag at least 12 inches square attached to it.

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