US Truck Towing & Gearing Explorer
Browse, search, and compare manufacturer-certified towing capacities, payload ratings, GVWR, and GCWR limits. Covers two decades of classic and modern pickup generations.
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F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [14th Gen]
3.5L V6 EcoBoost
* Maximum towing capacity of 14,000 lbs requires the Max Trailer Tow Package and 20-inch wheels.
F-150 (5.0L V8) [14th Gen]
5.0L V8 Coyote
* Excellent payload capacity, highly recommended for heavy bumper pulls and slide-in campers.
F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [14th Gen]
2.7L V6 EcoBoost
* Highly efficient configuration ideal for mid-size travel trailers and utilities.
F-150 (3.5L PowerBoost Hybrid) [14th Gen]
3.5L V6 PowerBoost Hybrid
* Includes Pro Power Onboard generator system, ideal for active dry camping RV power supply.
F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [13th Gen]
3.5L V6 EcoBoost (13th Gen)
* First generation aluminum body F-150. Requires Max Trailer Tow Package.
F-150 (5.0L V8) [13th Gen]
5.0L V8 Coyote (13th Gen)
* Highly popular aluminum construction model. Ideal for slide-in campers.
F-150 (2.7L EcoBoost) [13th Gen]
2.7L V6 EcoBoost (13th Gen)
* Lightweight and efficient travel trailer towing build.
F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) [12th Gen]
3.5L V6 Twin-Turbo EcoBoost
* Traditional heavy steel body structure. Requires Max Trailer Tow Package.
F-150 (5.0L V8) [12th Gen]
5.0L Coyote V8 Gas
* Reliable naturally aspirated V8 with steel frame weight capabilities.
F-150 (6.2L Boss V8) [12th Gen]
6.2L V8 Boss Gas
* Super Duty cast iron gasoline engine used in F-150 Harley-Davidson and SVT Raptor trims.
F-150 (5.4L Triton V8) [11th Gen]
5.4L V8 Triton 3-Valve
* Make sure spark plugs and variable valve timing (VVT) solenoids are regularly serviced.
F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Power Stroke) [4th Gen]
6.7L V8 Turbo Diesel
* Standard class-leader in heavy fifth-wheel pull capacity. Massive 1,050 lb-ft torque output.
F-250 Super Duty (7.3L V8) [4th Gen]
7.3L V8 Godzilla Gas
* Massive gasoline cargo load limit, perfect for sliding campers and heavy commercial payloads.
F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel) [3rd Gen]
6.7L V8 Power Stroke (3rd Gen)
* First generation aluminum body Super Duty. Outstanding fifth wheel towing platform.
F-250 Super Duty (6.2L V8 Gas) [3rd Gen]
6.2L V8 Boss Gas (3rd Gen)
* Highly reliable overhead cam gas engine with excellent bed payload capacities.
F-250 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel) [2nd Gen]
6.7L V8 Power Stroke (2nd Gen)
* Traditional heavy steel body Super Duty frame with robust low-end diesel power.
F-350 Super Duty (6.7L HO Diesel DRW)
6.7L High-Output Power Stroke Diesel
* Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) configuration yields peak stability for heavy commercial goosenecks.
F-350 Super Duty (6.7L Diesel SRW)
6.7L V8 Power Stroke Diesel
* Single Rear Wheel (SRW) configuration balances highway utility and premium fifth wheel towing.
Ranger (2.3L EcoBoost)
2.3L I4 EcoBoost
* Requires Trailer Tow Package for the structural receiver hitch receiver.
Maverick (2.0L EcoBoost Gas)
2.0L I4 EcoBoost
* Requires the 4K Tow Package to double towing limits from baseline 2,000 lbs.
Ram 1500 (5.7L HEMI V8) [5th Gen]
5.7L V8 HEMI eTorque
* Requires the 3.92 rear axle gearing ratio for peak towing limits.
Ram 1500 (3.0L EcoDiesel) [5th Gen]
3.0L V6 EcoDiesel
* Legendary fuel range, ideal for long distance flatlands travel trailer towing.
Ram 1500 (5.7L HEMI V8) [4th Gen]
5.7L V8 HEMI MDS Gas
* Traditional quad/crew cab DS platform. Renowned and durable gas power layout.
Ram 1500 (3.6L Pentastar V6) [4th Gen]
3.6L Pentastar V6 Gas
* High reliability midsize light commuter with coil-spring rear comfort suspension.
Ram 2500 Super Duty (6.7L Cummins)
6.7L I6 Cummins Turbo Diesel
* Legendary inline-6 reliability and low-end crawl pull. Rear coil suspension standard.
Ram 2500 Super Duty (6.4L HEMI Gas)
6.4L V8 HEMI Heavy Duty
* Excellent payload allowances, great choice for slide-in campers and utilities.
Ram 3500 Super Duty (6.7L HO Diesel DRW)
6.7L High-Output Cummins Diesel
* Heavy commercial standard with Aisin heavy transmission, 1,075 lb-ft torque output.
Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [4th Gen]
6.2L V8 EcoTec3
* Requires Max Trailering Package, high-capacity cooling fan, and 3.42 axle ratio.
Silverado 1500 (3.0L Duramax) [4th Gen]
3.0L I6 Duramax Diesel
* Outstanding highway diesel fuel economy with identical 13,300 max pull weight.
Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [4th Gen]
5.3L V8 EcoTec3
* Highly robust, widely popular baseline bumper towing truck configuration.
Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [3rd Gen]
6.2L V8 EcoTec3 Gas (K2XX)
* Traditional block layout with high-capacity towing ratios. Highly robust.
Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [3rd Gen]
5.3L V8 EcoTec3 Gas (K2XX)
* Standard light-duty workhorse configuration for mid-size campers.
Silverado 1500 (6.2L V8) [2nd Gen]
6.2L V8 Vortec 6200 L9H
* Highly sought after heavy gas block. Highly durable multi-port EFI layout.
Silverado 1500 (5.3L V8) [2nd Gen]
5.3L V8 Vortec 5300 Gas
* Classic active fuel management Vortec block. Extremely common used towing option.
Silverado 2500HD (6.6L Duramax)
6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel
* Features standard Allison transmission pairing, highly secure for massive fifth wheels.
Silverado 3500HD (6.6L Diesel DRW)
6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel
* Peak towing configuration featuring dual rear wheel tires and heavy-duty frame reinforcement.
Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [4th Gen]
6.2L V8 EcoTec3
* Requires Max Trailering Package, high-capacity cooling fan, and 3.42 axle ratio.
Sierra 1500 (3.0L Duramax) [4th Gen]
3.0L I6 Duramax Diesel
* Outstanding highway diesel fuel economy with identical 13,300 max pull weight.
Sierra 1500 (5.3L V8) [4th Gen]
5.3L V8 EcoTec3
* Highly robust, widely popular GMC premium baseline towing platform.
Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [3rd Gen]
6.2L V8 EcoTec3 Gas (K2XX)
* GMC luxury cabin options paired with high-strength steel frame towing.
Sierra 1500 (5.3L V8) [3rd Gen]
5.3L V8 EcoTec3 Gas (K2XX)
* Highly robust mid-level option for weekend RV camping pull demands.
Sierra 1500 (6.2L V8) [2nd Gen]
6.2L V8 Vortec 6200 L9H
* Durable and powerful GMC Denali styling platform containing heavy-duty tow packages.
Sierra 2500HD (6.6L Duramax)
6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel
* Features standard Allison transmission pairing, highly secure for massive fifth wheels.
Sierra 3500HD (6.6L Diesel DRW)
6.6L V8 Duramax Diesel
* Denali configurations and dual rear tires yield supreme comfort and extreme fifth-wheel capacity.
Tundra (i-FORCE MAX Hybrid) [3rd Gen]
3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid
* Highly responsive hybrid motor provides incredible low-end towing climbing torque.
Tundra (i-FORCE Gas) [3rd Gen]
3.4L Twin-Turbo V6
* Traditional double-cab layouts yield maximum legal payload space.
Tundra (5.7L V8) [2nd Gen]
5.7L V8 i-FORCE 3UR-FE
* Bulletproof naturally aspirated V8. Legendary used value. Highly trusted tow setup.
Tundra (4.6L V8) [2nd Gen]
4.6L V8 i-FORCE Gas
* Light duty utility option widely popular for mid-size boats and flatbeds.
Tacoma (2.4L i-FORCE MAX Hybrid)
2.4L I4 Turbo Hybrid
* Brand new hybrid architecture providing modern tech and safety aids.
Tacoma (2.4L i-FORCE Gas)
2.4L I4 Turbo Gas
* Strong fuel efficiency and lightweight design ideal for light camping utilities.
Tacoma (3.5L V6) [3rd Gen]
3.5L V6 2GR-FKS
* Legendary previous generation platform. Watch your bed payload limits very closely.
Titan (5.6L V8) [2nd Gen]
5.6L V8 Endurance
* Highly reliable standard naturally aspirated V8 with robust structural frame design.
Titan XD (5.0L Cummins Diesel) [2nd Gen]
5.0L V8 Cummins Turbo Diesel
* Heavy-duty commercial grade chassis that bridges the gap between half-ton and 3/4-ton trucks.
Titan (5.6L V8) [1st Gen]
5.6L V8 Endurance (1st Gen)
* First-generation Titan with highly robust low-end power bands. Durable used truck.
Frontier (3.8L V6)
3.8L V6 Gas
* Highly versatile daily commuter capable of medium utility pulling operations.
Gladiator (3.6L Pentastar)
3.6L V6 Pentastar
* Requires Max Tow Package with 4.10 axle gears to achieve class-leading 7,700 lb limits.