Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity

Having a truck can be a huge help if you're a busy driver who needs to tow thousands of pounds along with you. When it comes to raw towing power, you can count on the Toyota Tundra. Thanks to its brawny engine and numerous features, this truck will help you haul like a pro.

If you're a driver around the Leesville, New Llano, and Anacoco areas, we think this truck may be just what you're looking for. Read our full guide, brought to you by Hixson Toyota, to find out what the Toyota Tundra can tow.

Toyota Tundra: Engine Capabilities

You're going to need a very brawny engine if you're planning on hauling cargo around town, and the Toyota Tundra delivers just that. This vehicle boasts a standard 5.7L i-FORCE V8 engine that generates up to 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque.

This vehicle is designed to haul plenty of weight with a maximum towing capacity of up to 10,200 pounds. That's more than enough muscle to allow you to pull along a camper or even a trailer loaded up with adventuring equipment. In addition to that, you can achieve a maximum payload capacity of up to 1,730 pounds behind you, making it easy to stow away cargo in the bed as well.

To make towing even smoother, this vehicle also boasts a 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission that will bolster your acceleration. Not only does it offer a high gear count, but it also gives you a sequential shift mode, designed to give you full control over your power so you have all the muscle you need to haul.

Toyota Tundra: Towing Assistance Technology

Towing cargo is made much simpler with the help of numerous features that help to improve your towing capabilities. This truck comes standard with a TOW/HAUL Mode, that enhances your shift response so you get optimal power with each of your gears.

To help you stay safe when you're towing on the highway, this vehicle also comes standard with Trailer-Sway Control. If your trailer starts to sway, your vehicle can apply brake pressure that will help to even out your trailer's handling. You'll have a much easier experience traveling on the highway thanks to this feature.

Finally, to give you even more control over the way your truck handles, you'll have the help of a standard Integrated Trailer Brake Controller. This feature will actually allow you to adjust the gain on your trailer brakes, so you have smooth braking every time.