How much can your truck really tow?
Factory towing specs for America's most popular trucks and SUVs, side-by-side comparisons, and a free calculator that tells you if your setup is safe.
Can I tow it?
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Most capable trucks & SUVs
Maximum factory towing capacity, properly equipped. Filter by minimum towing:
| Vehicle | Max towing (lbs) | Max payload (lbs) |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Ford F-350 Super Duty | 30,000 | 8,000 |
| 2024 Ford F-250 Super Duty | 22,000 | — |
| 2024 Ram 2500 | 19,990 | 4,000 |
| 2024 Ford F-150 | 13,500 | 2,445 |
| 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 13,300 | 2,260 |
| 2024 GMC Sierra 1500 | 13,300 | 2,240 |
| 2024 Toyota Tundra | 12,000 | 1,940 |
| 2025 Ram 1500 | 11,550 | 2,370 |
| 2024 Toyota Sequoia | 9,520 | 1,730 |
| 2024 Ford Expedition | 9,300 | — |
| 2024 Nissan Titan | 9,290 | 1,710 |
| 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe | 8,400 | 1,834 |
What is towing capacity?
Towing capacity is the maximum weight your vehicle can safely pull behind it, as rated by the manufacturer. It assumes a properly equipped vehicle — the right engine, axle ratio, tow package and hitch — and it is not the same as payload (what you can carry in the vehicle).
Two rules experienced towers live by: stay under 80% of your max for a comfortable safety margin, and remember that tongue weight counts against payload, not just towing capacity. Our free calculator applies both rules to your exact setup.
Guides & tools
Everything you need to tow with confidence.
What is towing capacity?
The number that matters most, explained in plain English.
Towing capacity chart
Every truck and SUV in our database, ranked by max towing.
Tongue weight calculator
Why 10–15% matters, plus a quick calculator.
GVWR vs GCWR vs payload
The four ratings that decide what you can legally tow.
How much can my truck tow?
A 5-step method to find your real-world limit.
Can I tow it? calculator
Enter your truck and trailer — get a verdict in seconds.
Towing capacity by VIN
Decode your VIN to find your truck's factory towing specs.