Vehicle towing capacity database
Truck Towing Capacity Comparison
Every truck configuration in the database, ranked by tow rating and sortable by payload, GVWR, or GCWR. Compare classes before you compare trims — a one-ton out-tows a half-ton by a wide margin, but the half-ton with the highest payload will often carry a heavier trailer tongue. Verify your own truck’s door sticker, axle ratio, and towing package before towing.
- Configurations
- 81
- Model pages
- 21
- Highest listed tow rating
- 38,000lb
Best towing capacity by truck class
The highest-rated configuration in each class, and separately the one with the most payload — they are rarely the same truck. Tow rating decides what you can pull; payload decides whether the tongue weight of that trailer fits once passengers and gear are aboard.
One-ton (3500 / F-350)
4 models · 5 configs
Three-quarter-ton (2500 / F-250)
4 models · 9 configs
Half-ton (1500 / F-150)
6 models · 50 configs
- Ford F-15014,000lbTow rating, up toHighest tow rating in class3,315lbPayload, up toHighest payload in class
- Chevrolet Silverado 150013,300lbTow rating, up to2,060lbPayload, up to
- GMC Sierra 150013,300lbTow rating, up to2,060lbPayload, up to
- Nissan Titan12,830lbTow rating, up to2,000lbPayload, up to
- Ram 150012,750lbTow rating, up to1,880lbPayload, up to
- Toyota Tundra12,000lbTow rating, up to1,940lbPayload, up to
Mid-size and compact
7 models · 17 configs
- Jeep Gladiator7,700lbTow rating, up to1,710lbPayload, up toHighest payload in class
- Chevrolet Colorado7,700lbTow rating, up toHighest tow rating in class1,684lbPayload, up to
- GMC Canyon7,700lbTow rating, up to1,640lbPayload, up to
- Ford Ranger7,500lbTow rating, up to1,430lbPayload, up to
- Toyota Tacoma6,800lbTow rating, up to1,705lbPayload, up to
- Nissan Frontier6,640lbTow rating, up to1,430lbPayload, up to
- Ford Maverick4,000lbTow rating, up to1,500lbPayload, up to
Class leaders are the maximum published configuration in this database, which usually means a specific engine, axle ratio, cab, and bed. A truck of the same model with a different axle ratio can be thousands of pounds lower.
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Showing 81 matching configurations, sorted by tow rating, highest first. Select any column heading to re-sort.
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Vehicle class and drivetrain: verify in owner’s manual / door sticker.
| Notes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford F-350F-350 Super Duty (6.7L HO Diesel DRW)2020–2024 | 38,000 lb | 7,650 lb | 14,000 lb | 43,500 lb | Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) configuration yields peak stability for heavy commercial goosenecks. |
| Ram 3500Ram 3500 Super Duty (6.7L HO Diesel DRW)2020–2024 | 37,090 lb | 6,570 lb | 14,000 lb | 43,000 lb | Heavy commercial standard with Aisin heavy transmission, 1,075 lb-ft torque output. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 3500HDSilverado 3500HD (6.6L Diesel DRW)2020–2024 | 36,000 lb | 7,200 lb | 14,000 lb | 43,500 lb | Peak towing configuration featuring dual rear wheel tires and heavy-duty frame reinforcement. |
| GMC Sierra 3500HDSierra 3500HD (6.6L Diesel DRW)2020–2024 | 36,000 lb | 7,200 lb | 14,000 lb | 43,500 lb | Dual-rear-wheel heavy-duty configuration; verify trim, payload, hitch, and fifth-wheel ratings. |
| Ford F-350F-350 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel SRW)2020–2024 | 24,000 lb | 4,430 lb | 11,500 lb | 31,000 lb | Single Rear Wheel (SRW) configuration balances highway utility and premium fifth wheel towing. |
| Ford F-250F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Power Stroke) [4th Gen]2020–2024 | 22,000 lb | 3,320 lb | 10,000 lb | 30,000 lb | Diesel configuration with higher listed fifth-wheel towing figures; verify axle ratio, package, and payload label. |
| Ram 2500Ram 2500 Super Duty (6.7L Cummins)2020–2024 | 19,990 lb | 3,160 lb | 10,000 lb | 25,300 lb | Cummins diesel configuration with rear coil suspension on this generation; verify payload and tow package. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 2500HDSilverado 2500HD (6.6L Duramax)2020–2024 | 18,500 lb | 3,530 lb | 10,000 lb | 27,500 lb | Duramax/Allison heavy-duty configuration; verify fifth-wheel hitch, axle, payload, and package ratings. |
| GMC Sierra 2500HDSierra 2500HD (6.6L Duramax)2020–2024 | 18,500 lb | 3,530 lb | 10,000 lb | 27,500 lb | Duramax/Allison heavy-duty configuration; verify fifth-wheel hitch, axle, payload, and package ratings. |
| Ford F-250F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel) [3rd Gen]2017–2019 | 18,000 lb | 3,450 lb | 10,000 lb | 25,700 lb | First aluminum-body Super Duty generation; verify fifth-wheel, axle, payload, and hitch ratings. |
| Ram 2500Ram 2500 Super Duty (6.4L HEMI Gas)2020–2024 | 17,540 lb | 4,010 lb | 10,000 lb | 21,500 lb | Gas heavy-duty configuration with higher listed payload than some diesel trims; verify camper and cargo weights. |
| Ford F-250F-250 Super Duty (7.3L V8) [4th Gen]2020–2024 | 17,200 lb | 3,950 lb | 10,000 lb | 23,500 lb | Gas configuration with higher listed payload than some diesel configurations; verify camper weight and cargo load. |
| Ford F-250F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel) [2nd Gen]2011–2016 | 16,800 lb | 3,200 lb | 10,000 lb | 23,500 lb | Steel-body Super Duty generation with diesel powertrain; verify exact tow package and ratings. |
| Ford F-250F-250 Super Duty (6.2L V8 Gas) [3rd Gen]2017–2019 | 15,000 lb | 4,050 lb | 10,000 lb | 22,000 lb | Gas configuration with listed payload that may suit heavier bed cargo; verify actual door-sticker payload. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [2021-2023]2021–2023 | 14,000 lb | 3,235 lb | 7,050 lb | 19,500 lb | Official 2023 Ford guide lists 14,000 lb max towing on select 3.5L EcoBoost configurations with Max Trailer Tow Package. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [2025]2025 | 13,500 lb | 2,440 lb | 7,050 lb | 19,400 lb | Official 2025 Ford RV & Trailer Towing Guide lists 13,500 lb max towing when properly equipped with Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [2024]2024 | 13,500 lb | 2,445 lb | 7,050 lb | 19,400 lb | Official 2024 Ford F-150 towing guide lists 13,500 lb max towing on SuperCrew 6.5' box 4x4 with 3.5L V6, Tow/Haul Package, and optional Max Tow Axle. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (3.0L Duramax) [2024]2024 | 13,300 lb | 1,930 lb | 7,200 lb | 19,000 lb | Chevrolet 2024 Silverado 1500 Max Trailering chart (2024-Silverado1500-Trailering-Chart-v04.pdf): 13,300 lb on the crew cab short bed 2WD and double cab standard bed 2WD with Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels (GCWR 19,000 lb). Without the package the Duramax is rated 9,000-9,400 lb at a 15,000 lb GCWR. The chart does not list payload or GVWR. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [4th Gen]2019–2023 | 13,300 lb | 2,030 lb | 7,100 lb | 19,100 lb | Requires Max Trailering Package, high-capacity cooling fan, and 3.42 axle ratio. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (3.0L Duramax) [4th Gen]2020–2023 | 13,300 lb | 1,930 lb | 7,200 lb | 19,100 lb | Diesel configuration with the same listed maximum tow rating as the 6.2L V8 row in this dataset. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [4th Gen]2019–2024 | 13,300 lb | 2,030 lb | 7,100 lb | 19,100 lb | Requires Max Trailering Package, high-capacity cooling fan, and 3.42 axle ratio. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (3.0L Duramax) [4th Gen]2020–2024 | 13,300 lb | 1,930 lb | 7,200 lb | 19,100 lb | Diesel configuration with the same listed maximum tow rating as the 6.2L V8 row in this dataset. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [13th Gen]2015–2020 | 13,200 lb | 2,030 lb | 7,050 lb | 18,400 lb | First generation aluminum body F-150. Requires Max Trailer Tow Package. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [2024]2024 | 13,100 lb | 2,030 lb | 7,100 lb | 19,100 lb | Chevrolet 2024 Silverado 1500 Max Trailering chart (2024-Silverado1500-Trailering-Chart-v04.pdf): 13,100 lb is the 6.2L maximum (crew cab short or standard bed 4x4, RST with Max Trailering Package and 20-inch wheels, GCWR 19,100 lb). Without the package the 6.2L is rated 9,000-9,200 lb at a 15,000 lb GCWR. The chart does not list payload or GVWR. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.0L V8) [2021-2023]2021–2023 | 13,000 lb | 3,315 lb | 7,850 lb | 18,700 lb | Official 2023 Ford guide lists 13,000 lb max towing and 3,315 lb max payload on specific 5.0L configurations with required packages. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.0L V8) [2025]2025 | 12,900 lb | 2,225 lb | 7,050 lb | 18,400 lb | Official 2025 Ford guide lists 12,900 lb max towing with Tow/Haul Package and Max Tow Axle upgrade; max payload varies by exact configuration. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.0L V8) [2024]2024 | 12,900 lb | 2,230 lb | 7,050 lb | 18,200 lb | Official 2024 Ford guide lists 12,900 lb max towing with Tow/Haul Package and optional Max Tow Axle; max payload row is SuperCrew 4x2 with 5.0L gas engine. |
| Nissan TitanTitan XD (5.0L Cummins Diesel) [2nd Gen]2016–2019 | 12,830 lb | 2,000 lb | 8,990 lb | 19,450 lb | Titan XD diesel configuration with higher listed ratings than standard Titan rows; verify payload and hitch limits. |
| Ram 1500Ram 1500 (5.7L HEMI V8) [2024]2024 | 12,750 lb | 1,840 lb | 6,900 lb | 18,350 lb | Ram 2024 Ram 1500 Payload & Towing sheet, Tradesman (24MY_Ram_1500_Customer_PayTow_2.7.pdf): 12,750 lb max towing applies only to the Quad Cab 6'4" 4x2 with the 3.92 axle and Max Tow package (GCWR 18,350 lb); that cab's 4x2 payload is 1,840 lb on a 6,900 lb GVWR. Crew cab HEMI rows are 8,060-8,300 lb (3.21 axle) or 11,160-11,400 lb (3.92 axle). Other trims weigh more and list less payload. |
| Ram 1500Ram 1500 (5.7L HEMI V8) [5th Gen]2019–2023 | 12,750 lb | 1,840 lb | 7,100 lb | 18,200 lb | Requires the 3.92 rear axle gearing ratio for peak towing limits. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid) [2021-2023]2021–2023 | 12,700 lb | 2,120 lb | 7,350 lb | 16,800 lb | Official 2023 Ford guide lists 12,700 lb max towing and 2,120 lb max payload for PowerBoost. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [3rd Gen]2014–2018 | 12,500 lb | 2,010 lb | 7,200 lb | 18,200 lb | Older 6.2L V8 configuration; verify axle ratio, tow package, and current vehicle condition. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [3rd Gen]2014–2018 | 12,500 lb | 2,010 lb | 7,200 lb | 18,200 lb | GMC luxury cabin options paired with high-strength steel frame towing. |
| Toyota TundraTundra (i-FORCE Gas) [3rd Gen]2022–2024 | 12,000 lb | 1,940 lb | 7,035 lb | Not published1 | Toyota 2022, 2023 and 2024 Tundra eBrochures, Tundra Specifications page (identical tables; 2024 p. 25): the SR5 Double Cab 6.5-ft 4x2 lists the highest rating, 12,000 lb, with 1,940 lb payload and a 7,035 lb GVWR. Gas ratings run 8,300 lb (SR) to 12,000 lb. Toyota's brochures do not publish GCWR; see the owner's manual. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.0L V8) [13th Gen]2015–2020 | 11,600 lb | 2,080 lb | 7,050 lb | 16,700 lb | Aluminum-body generation; verify door-sticker payload before using with slide-in campers. |
| Toyota TundraTundra (i-FORCE MAX Hybrid) [3rd Gen]2022–2024 | 11,450 lb | 1,665 lb | 7,375 lb | Not published1 | Toyota 2022, 2023 and 2024 Tundra eBrochures, Tundra Specifications page (identical tables; 2024 p. 25): 11,450 lb is the highest hybrid rating, on the Limited CrewMax 5.5-ft 4x2, which lists 1,665 lb payload and a 7,375 lb GVWR. Hybrid ratings run 10,340-11,450 lb and payloads 1,485-1,680 lb by grade, cab and bed. Toyota's brochures do not publish GCWR; see the owner's manual. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [12th Gen]2011–2014 | 11,300 lb | 2,060 lb | 7,700 lb | 17,100 lb | Traditional heavy steel body structure. Requires Max Trailer Tow Package. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (6.2L Boss V8) [12th Gen]2011–2014 | 11,300 lb | 2,030 lb | 7,850 lb | 17,100 lb | Super Duty cast iron gasoline engine used in F-150 Harley-Davidson and SVT Raptor trims. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [2024]2024 | 11,300 lb | 2,060 lb | 7,100 lb | 16,800 lb | Chevrolet 2024 Silverado 1500 Max Trailering chart (2024-Silverado1500-Trailering-Chart-v04.pdf): 11,300 lb on the crew cab short bed 2WD and double cab standard bed 2WD with Max Trailering Package (GCWR 16,800 lb). Without the package the 5.3L is rated 9,200-9,900 lb at a 15,000 lb GCWR. The chart does not list payload or GVWR. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [4th Gen]2019–2023 | 11,300 lb | 2,060 lb | 7,100 lb | 15,000 lb | Common light-duty bumper-tow configuration; verify tow package, axle ratio, and payload label. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (5.3L V8) [4th Gen]2019–2024 | 11,300 lb | 2,060 lb | 7,100 lb | 15,000 lb | Common GMC light-duty bumper-tow configuration; verify tow package, axle ratio, and payload label. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid) [2025]2025 | 11,200 lb | 1,815 lb | 7,350 lb | 18,400 lb | Official 2025 Ford guide lists 11,200 lb max towing and 1,815 lb max payload for the PowerBoost hybrid summary row. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid) [2024]2024 | 11,200 lb | 1,755 lb | 7,350 lb | 18,400 lb | Official 2024 Ford guide lists 11,200 lb max towing and 1,755 lb max payload for PowerBoost; PowerBoost uses 4x4 SuperCrew rows in the selector. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [2nd Gen]2009–2013 | 10,700 lb | 1,780 lb | 7,000 lb | 16,000 lb | Older 6.2L V8 configuration; verify tow package, maintenance condition, and payload label. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [2nd Gen]2009–2013 | 10,700 lb | 1,780 lb | 7,000 lb | 16,000 lb | Durable and powerful GMC Denali styling platform containing heavy-duty tow packages. |
| Ram 1500Ram 1500 (5.7L HEMI V8) [4th Gen]2009–2018 | 10,650 lb | 1,720 lb | 6,900 lb | 15,650 lb | DS-platform quad/crew cab configuration with gas powertrain; verify axle ratio and payload label. |
| Toyota TundraTundra (5.7L V8) [2nd Gen]2007–2021 | 10,200 lb | 1,660 lb | 7,200 lb | 16,000 lb | Naturally aspirated V8 configuration; verify maintenance condition, payload label, and tow package. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [2021-2023]2021–2023 | 10,100 lb | 2,465 lb | 6,600 lb | 15,500 lb | Official 2023 Ford guide lists 10,100 lb max towing and 2,465 lb max payload for the 2.7L EcoBoost summary row. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.0L V8) [12th Gen]2011–2014 | 10,000 lb | 1,980 lb | 7,350 lb | 15,100 lb | Reliable naturally aspirated V8 with steel frame weight capabilities. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [2nd Gen]2007–2013 | 9,600 lb | 1,890 lb | 7,000 lb | 15,000 lb | Classic active fuel management Vortec block. Extremely common used towing option. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (5.4L Triton V8) [11th Gen]2004–2010 | 9,500 lb | 1,680 lb | 7,200 lb | 15,000 lb | Make sure spark plugs and variable valve timing (VVT) solenoids are regularly serviced. |
| Nissan TitanTitan (5.6L V8) [1st Gen]2004–2015 | 9,500 lb | 1,480 lb | 7,100 lb | 15,100 lb | First-generation Titan V8 configuration; verify maintenance condition, payload, and tow package. |
| Chevrolet Silverado 1500Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [3rd Gen]2014–2018 | 9,400 lb | 1,980 lb | 7,200 lb | 15,000 lb | Standard light-duty workhorse configuration for mid-size campers. |
| GMC Sierra 1500Sierra 1500 (5.3L V8) [3rd Gen]2014–2018 | 9,400 lb | 1,980 lb | 7,200 lb | 15,000 lb | Mid-range light-duty configuration; verify trailer loaded weight, payload, and hitch rating. |
| Nissan TitanTitan (5.6L V8) [2nd Gen]2016–2024 | 9,320 lb | 1,650 lb | 7,300 lb | 15,300 lb | Naturally aspirated V8 configuration; verify payload, tow package, and hitch rating. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [13th Gen]2015–2020 | 9,000 lb | 1,690 lb | 6,500 lb | 14,300 lb | Lightweight and efficient travel trailer towing build. |
| Ford F-150F-150 Raptor R (5.2L Supercharged V8) [2025]2025 | 8,700 lb | 1,410 lb | 7,200 lb | 15,300 lb | Raptor R only. Official 2025 guide lists 8,700 lb max towing and 1,410 lb max payload. |
| Ford F-150F-150 Raptor R (5.2L Supercharged V8) [2024]2024 | 8,700 lb | 1,410 lb | 7,200 lb | 15,300 lb | Raptor R only. Official 2024 guide lists 8,700 lb max towing and 1,410 lb max payload. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [2025]2025 | 8,400 lb | 1,775 lb | 6,600 lb | 13,500 lb | Official 2025 Ford guide lists 8,400 lb max towing and 1,775 lb max payload for the 2.7L EcoBoost summary row. |
| Ford F-150F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [2024]2024 | 8,400 lb | 1,775 lb | 6,600 lb | 13,500 lb | Official 2024 Ford guide lists 8,400 lb max towing and 1,775 lb max payload for the 2.7L EcoBoost summary row. |
| Ford F-150F-150 Raptor (3.5L High Output EcoBoost) [2025]2025 | 8,200 lb | 1,405 lb | 7,200 lb | 14,650 lb | Raptor-only engine. Official 2025 guide lists 8,200 lb max towing and 1,405 lb max payload with 37-inch tires. |
| Ford F-150F-150 Raptor (3.5L High Output EcoBoost) [2024]2024 | 8,200 lb | 1,405 lb | 7,200 lb | 14,650 lb | Raptor only. Official 2024 guide lists 8,200 lb max towing and 1,405 lb max payload with 37-inch tires. |
| Chevrolet ColoradoColorado (TurboMax High Output) [3rd Gen]2024 | 7,700 lb | 1,684 lb | 6,250 lb | 13,250 lb | Maximum row requires trailering equipment and limited-slip differential; Chevrolet lists 10-15% trailer tongue weight up to 770 lb for Colorado. |
| Chevrolet ColoradoColorado (2.8L Duramax) [2nd Gen]2016–2022 | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb | 6,200 lb | 12,700 lb | Used-market diesel planning row; verify axle ratio, trailering package, payload label, and current vehicle condition. |
| GMC CanyonCanyon (TurboMax High Output) [3rd Gen]2024 | 7,700 lb | 1,640 lb | 6,250 lb | 13,250 lb | GMC lists maximum available conventional trailering at 7,700 lb and maximum available payload at 1,640 lb; verify exact trim and label. |
| GMC CanyonCanyon (2.8L Duramax) [2nd Gen]2016–2022 | 7,700 lb | 1,500 lb | 6,200 lb | 12,700 lb | Used-market diesel planning row; verify trailering equipment, hitch rating, payload label, and vehicle condition. |
| Jeep GladiatorGladiator (3.6L Pentastar)2020–2024 | 7,700 lb | 1,710 lb | 6,250 lb | 12,450 lb | Requires Max Tow Package with 4.10 axle gears to reach the listed 7,700 lb tow rating. |
| Ram 1500Ram 1500 (3.6L Pentastar V6) [4th Gen]2013–2018 | 7,600 lb | 1,880 lb | 6,600 lb | 12,900 lb | High reliability midsize light commuter with coil-spring rear comfort suspension. |
| Ford RangerRanger (2.3L EcoBoost)2019–2024 | 7,500 lb | 1,430 lb | 6,050 lb | 12,500 lb | Requires Trailer Tow Package for the structural receiver hitch receiver. |
| Chevrolet ColoradoColorado (3.6L V6) [2nd Gen]2015–2022 | 7,000 lb | 1,550 lb | 6,000 lb | 12,000 lb | Common used Colorado tow row; verify factory trailering equipment, hitch rating, and driver-door payload label. |
| GMC CanyonCanyon (3.6L V6) [2nd Gen]2015–2022 | 7,000 lb | 1,550 lb | 6,000 lb | 12,000 lb | Common used Canyon row; verify trim, axle ratio, factory trailering equipment, and door sticker. |
| Toyota TundraTundra (4.6L V8) [2nd Gen]2010–2019 | 6,800 lb | 1,580 lb | 7,000 lb | 13,600 lb | Light duty utility option widely popular for mid-size boats and flatbeds. |
| Toyota TacomaTacoma (3.5L V6) [3rd Gen]2021–2023 | 6,800 lb | 1,525 lb | 5,600 lb | 11,360 lb | Toyota 2021, 2022 and 2023 Tacoma eBrochures, Tacoma Specifications page (p. 22 / p. 22 / p. 25): V6 automatic Access Cab 4x2 (SR, SR5, TRD Sport) is rated 6,800 lb; every grade lists a 5,600 lb GVWR and 11,360 lb GCWR. Payload 1,525 lb is the TRD Sport Access Cab 4x2 V6 figure, which matches GVWR minus its 4,075 lb curb weight; the brochures print 1,685 lb for the SR and SR5 V6 with the same curb weight, which does not reconcile. V6 payloads run 1,095-1,685 lb by grade. Earlier third-generation years are not covered here. |
| Nissan FrontierFrontier (3.8L V6)2022–2024 | 6,640 lb | 1,430 lb | 6,012 lb | 11,200 lb | Mid-size pickup configuration; verify loaded trailer weight, payload, and hitch rating. |
| Toyota TacomaTacoma (2.4L i-FORCE Gas)2024 | 6,500 lb | 1,700 lb | 5,605 lb | Not published1 | Toyota 2024 Tacoma eBrochure, Tacoma Features: Weights and Capacities (p. 29): 6,500 lb applies to the SR5 and TRD PreRunner XtraCab (GVWR 5,605 lb); the SR is rated 3,500 lb. The highest gas payload is 1,700 lb (TRD Sport Double Cab 4x4, 6-ft bed). Maximum tongue weight is 650 lb (XtraCab) or 640 lb (Double Cab). Toyota does not publish GCWR in these sources; see the owner's manual. |
| Chevrolet ColoradoColorado (TurboMax Trailering Package) [3rd Gen]2023–2024 | 6,000 lb | 1,580 lb | 6,250 lb | 13,250 lb | Non-ZR2 TurboMax row with Trailering Package; verify exact trim, axle, package, payload label, and owner manual. |
| Chevrolet ColoradoColorado ZR2 / ZR2 Bison [3rd Gen]2023–2024 | 6,000 lb | 1,280 lb | 6,250 lb | 11,600 lb | Off-road suspension and package equipment reduce towing versus the maximum Colorado trailering row; ZR2 Bison can be lower. |
| GMC CanyonCanyon (TurboMax Trailering Package) [3rd Gen]2023–2024 | 6,000 lb | 1,560 lb | 6,250 lb | 13,250 lb | Non-maximum planning row for common Canyon trims; verify trailering package, axle ratio, payload label, and owner manual. |
| GMC CanyonCanyon AT4X / off-road trims [3rd Gen]2023–2024 | 6,000 lb | 1,250 lb | 6,250 lb | 11,600 lb | Off-road trim equipment can reduce payload and towing. Use the exact certification label and GMC guide. |
| Toyota TacomaTacoma (2.4L i-FORCE MAX Hybrid)2024 | 6,000 lb | 1,705 lb | 6,735 lb | Not published1 | Toyota rates the 2024 i-FORCE MAX Tacoma at 6,000 lb maximum towing (Toyota newsroom, 2024 Tacoma with i-FORCE MAX). Toyota 2024 Tacoma eBrochure, Tacoma Features: Weights and Capacities (p. 29): the highest hybrid payload, 1,705 lb, is the TRD Off-Road Double Cab 4x4 with a 6,735 lb GVWR. Toyota does not publish GCWR in these sources; see the owner's manual. |
| Ford MaverickMaverick (2.0L EcoBoost Gas)2022–2024 | 4,000 lb | 1,500 lb | 5,080 lb | 8,145 lb | Requires the 4K Tow Package to double towing limits from baseline 2,000 lbs. |
1 Not published in the sources we checked — see your owner's manual.
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Ford towing capacity
Ford towing capacity listings include F-150, Super Duty, Ranger, and Maverick entries from the current project data. Compare payload and GCWR alongside tow rating because the highest brochure number usually applies to a specific engine, axle, cab, bed, and tow package.
Ram towing capacity
Chevrolet towing capacity
Chevrolet towing capacity data includes Silverado 1500, 2500HD, and 3500HD configurations. Verify the exact Max Trailering or HD package, axle ratio, and door-sticker payload before relying on a listed max rating.
GMC towing capacity
GMC towing capacity entries cover Sierra 1500, 2500HD, and 3500HD models. Sierra and Silverado ratings can look similar, but trim, options, payload, and tow package still matter for a real truck.
Toyota towing capacity
Toyota towing capacity listings include Tundra and Tacoma entries. These trucks can vary meaningfully by generation, engine, and payload rating, especially when passengers and tongue weight are added.
Nissan towing capacity
Nissan towing capacity data includes Titan, Titan XD, and Frontier entries. Use the table to compare towing capacity, payload, GVWR, and GCWR, then confirm the exact truck configuration in Nissan materials.
Jeep towing capacity
Jeep towing capacity data currently includes the Gladiator. The Max Tow Package and axle ratio can matter, so verify the factory configuration before choosing a trailer.
Why truck towing capacity varies
Truck towing capacity varies by engine, transmission, axle ratio, cab and bed configuration, 2WD vs 4WD, tow package, payload rating, GVWR, GCWR, hitch rating, tire ratings, and axle ratings. A truck with the same badge can have a very different rating once options and packages change the curb weight or drivetrain.
Do not rely only on advertised max towing capacity
Advertised max tow ratings often apply to specific configurations. Your actual truck may have lower payload or towing capacity, and door-sticker payload is often more useful than a marketing tow rating. Tongue weight counts against payload, so use the Towing Capacity Calculator to check your loaded setup.
Truck towing capacity vs payload capacity
Towing capacity is what the truck can pull. Payload capacity is what the truck can carry. Tongue weight, passengers, cargo, and hitch equipment reduce remaining payload, so a truck can be under tow rating but over payload.
Always verify your exact truck’s driver-door sticker, owner’s manual, manufacturer towing guide, hitch label, axle ratings, and trailer data plate before towing.
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Truck towing capacity database FAQ
How do I find my truck’s towing capacity?
Start with your owner’s manual or manufacturer towing guide, then verify your exact truck’s driver-door sticker, axle ratio, towing package, hitch label, and configuration.
Is max towing capacity the same for every trim?
No. Max towing capacity can vary by engine, transmission, axle ratio, cab, bed, drivetrain, tow package, payload rating, GVWR, GCWR, tires, and hitch rating.
Where do I find my truck’s payload capacity?
Use the tire and loading label on the driver-door jamb. It is usually more useful than a brochure number because it reflects the actual truck as built.
Does tongue weight reduce payload?
Yes. Tongue weight, passengers, cargo, accessories, and hitch equipment all reduce remaining payload.
What is the difference between GVWR and GCWR?
GVWR limits the loaded truck itself. GCWR limits the loaded truck and trailer together.
Can I tow at my truck’s maximum rating?
Treat the maximum rating as a configuration-specific ceiling, not a universal target. Check payload, GCWR, hitch rating, axle ratings, tires, trailer weight, and your loaded setup before towing.
Why does 4WD sometimes reduce payload or towing capacity?
Four-wheel-drive hardware can add curb weight, which may reduce available payload and change towing ratings depending on the manufacturer configuration.
Does a towing package increase towing capacity?
A factory towing package can be required for a higher manufacturer rating when it adds the correct hitch, cooling, wiring, gearing, or brake controller provisions. Verify the exact package and rating in the towing guide.
Can aftermarket upgrades increase official towing capacity?
No. Aftermarket suspension, tire, cooling, or brake changes may affect performance or handling, but they do not change the manufacturer-assigned payload, GVWR, GCWR, GAWR, hitch rating, or certification label.
Should I use this database or my door sticker?
Use this database for comparison and planning, then verify your exact truck’s driver-door sticker, owner’s manual, manufacturer towing guide, hitch label, axle ratings, and trailer data plate before towing.