Your
RV’s brakes were designed to stop your RV safely and
effectively. But when the weight of a towed vehicle is added,
brakes can become overburdened and fade or fail. That’s why
the Apollo™ Braking System, from Blue Ox, is such an
important accessory for RV's used to tow a second vehicle.
Apollo is an easy-to-use supplemental braking system. It
activates your towed vehicle’s brake pedal, removing the
entire weight of the vehicle from your coach’s stressed
brakes. And that means your RV is better able to stop quickly,
efficiently and most importantly, safely.
Advanced braking made simple.
When you apply pressure to
your coach’s brakes the Apollo Unit analyzes the braking, in
a fraction of a second, which applies pressure to the brake
pedal. Once your towed vehicle’s brakes are engaged, an
optional Alert System (BX88180) transmits a signal back to
your coach and illuminates a dash-mounted light to let you
know the system is activated.
Apollo also contains a high-quality surge suppressor to avoid
unwanted braking on bumpy roads, bridges or railroad tracks.
For fine adjustments, Apollo offers eight sensitivity
positions to fit your driving style and environment. And for
breakaway situations, the Apollo has available a system
(BX88181) that meets or exceeds all requirements in the United
States and Canada.
T minus three minutes.
The Apollo Braking System can be installed in about three
minutes. It requires no electrical or mechanical connections
to your RV. There are no alterations to your towed vehicle. No
holes to drill, no wires to splice and no brackets to mount.
Apollo contains everything you need in one convenient
unit–including an air compressor with gauge and
regulator–that gets power from your cigarette lighter.
Apollo is also easily
transferable between vehicles. It’s small, lightweight and
fully adjustable, so it can accommodate the different needs of
a wide range of RV's and towed vehicles. In short, the Apollo
Braking System is one of the most versatile, convenient and
easy-to-use braking systems on the market today.
The Apollo Braking System brings together the industry's
latest technology with proven supplemental braking standards.
Together they deliver a truly unique and advanced braking
system, designed to ensure you get a safe, fast and reliable
stop - time after time.
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Photo
of the Apollo Installed
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Photo
of the Apollo Settings
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Photo
of the Apollo Alert System
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Photo
of the Apollo Breakaway
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The
digital advantage.
Apollo
uses digital, rather than the traditional analog,
communications. That means when you begin your stop, Apollo
engages your towed vehicle’s brakes within 1/4 to 1/2 of a
second, instead of an analog delay of up to 3 seconds. And
when it comes to braking, a second can be the difference
between a safe stop and an accident.
Brakes stop vehicles.
Apollo transmits an engagement signal only when the brake
pedal engages, not simply when the cylinder extends from the
brake box. Together these benefits mean Apollo delivers a more
accurate and reliable stop, with improved recognition of
unexpected developments, like brake pedals that stick.
Intuitive features and design.
Apollo gives you the freedom to tow up to four days without
concern for your towed vehicle’s battery. It will not affect
your towed vehicle’s Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), ride
brakes down steep grades or wear brakes more than normal use.
With Apollo you simply get instinctive features that add
safety and convenience, like gauges and controls that are
conveniently located for improved visibility and access.
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Apollo
versus the competition.
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Apollo
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Competitive
Braking Systems
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| Construction: |
Injection
Molded
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Injection
Molded
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| Communication: |
Digital
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Analog
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| Terrain
Memory: |
Yes
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No
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| Transmitter
Signal: |
When
Brakes Engage
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When
Cylinder Extends
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| Instrument
Design: |
Center
Front
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Side
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| Warranty: |
Five
Years
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Three
Years
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Check
out the most frequently asked questions.
BX88179
(Apollo Brake) Installation Instructions.
BX88180
(Alert) Installation Instructions.
BX88181
(Break-Away) Installation Instructions.
