Comparing Different Falcon / MGI Mirrors - Expert Analysis

The Milenco Falcon Mirror Twin Pack is a towing mirror built for drivers who want a simpler fitting system than Milenco's original Aero range while keeping the same air-balanced stability. It's worth understanding how it differs from its sibling, the Grand Falcon Mirror Twinpack, before deciding which one suits your outfit.

Falcon Mirror Twin Pack

The standard Falcon uses a single thumb screw on each clamp that grips both the car's existing mirror and the mirror arm at the same time, so fitting is quick with no need to fiddle with separate fixings. The head is designed to be efficient and aerodynamic, and Milenco's air-balanced design is there specifically to reduce vibration at speed. All the clamp screws are stainless steel running in a brass thread, which helps them resist seizing over time.

Grand Falcon Mirror Twinpack

The Grand Falcon uses the same single-screw clamping approach and the same stainless-steel-in-brass fixings, but with a larger mirror head. Milenco notes that the larger field of view will typically show the roof of the towed caravan or trailer down to the wheels, which makes it the better choice if your outfit is wide or if you simply want to see more of what's behind you.

Which one to choose

Both are positioned as high-quality alternatives to Milenco's market-leading Aero 3 and Grand Aero 3 mirrors, and both share the same fitting principle, so the decision mostly comes down to how much rearward field of view you need. If you're unsure, remember that UK law requires a driver to have an adequate view to the rear when towing, and to fit suitable towing mirrors if the trailer or caravan is wider than the car — driving without them can mean a fine of up to £1,000 and 3 penalty points, so it's worth checking your outfit's width against the mirror's field of view before you set off.