- Light-duty pickup trucks
- Typically tow between 5,000 and 12,000 pounds
- Suitable for towing small to mid-size trailers, boats, and RVs
2500 Towing Capacity:
- Heavy-duty pickup trucks
- Capable of towing between 12,000 and 20,000 pounds
- Ideal for hauling larger trailers, boats, horse trailers, and campers
- Equipped with stronger engines, transmissions, and heavy-duty suspension
Factors Affecting Towing Capacity:
- Engine size and power
- Transmission type (automatic or manual)
- Rear-axle ratio
- Truck's weight and GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating)
- Trailer's weight and distribution of weight
- Terrain, weather conditions, and altitude
