How much can the 2026 Toyota Tundra tow?
The 2026 Toyota Tundra tows up to 12,000 lb when properly equipped (SR5, 3.4L V6 389 hp, RWD). Ratings run from 8,300 lb to 12,000 lb depending on trim, engine and drive; half of the configurations are rated 11,050 lb or more.
Maximum towing
12,000 lb
best-equipped version
Typical rating
11,050 lb
median configuration
Payload
up to 1,940 lb
people, cargo and tongue weight
What can the Tundra tow?
Typical loaded weights against the best-equipped (12,000 lb) and the lowest-rated (8,300 lb) version. "Comfortable" keeps the trailer under 80% of the rating, a common safety margin.
| Trailer | Weight | Best-equipped | Lowest-rated |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jet ski on a trailer | ~1,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small utility trailer, loaded | ~1,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Teardrop camper | ~1,800 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Pop-up camper | ~3,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Bass boat and trailer | ~3,500 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Small travel trailer (20 ft) | ~5,000 lb | Comfortable | Comfortable |
| Two-horse trailer, loaded | ~7,000 lb | Comfortable | Near the limit |
| Mid-size travel trailer (28 ft) | ~8,000 lb | Comfortable | Near the limit |
| Large travel trailer (35 ft) | ~10,000 lb | Near the limit | Over the rating |
Check your own trailer weight against every Tundra configuration
Tundra towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Body | Engine | Drive | Tows | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SR5 | Double Cab | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 12,000 lb | 1,940 lb |
| 1794 Edition | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,500 lb | 1,720 lb |
| Platinum | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,500 lb | 1,720 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | RWD | 11,450 lb | 1,665 lb |
| SR5 | Double Cab | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,400 lb | 1,885 lb |
| SR5 | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,400 lb | 1,830 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,350 lb | 1,755 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | RWD | 11,350 lb | 1,680 lb |
| SR5 | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,270 lb | 1,810 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | RWD | 11,230 lb | 1,700 lb |
| TRD PRO | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 11,175 lb | 1,600 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 11,170 lb | 1,605 lb |
| SR5 | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,160 lb | 1,820 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,120 lb | 1,740 lb |
| SR5 | Double Cab | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,090 lb | 1,810 lb |
| 1794 Edition | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,050 lb | 1,665 lb |
| Platinum | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,050 lb | 1,665 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 11,040 lb | 1,665 lb |
| 1794 Edition | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 11,020 lb | 1,565 lb |
| Platinum | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 11,020 lb | 1,565 lb |
| SR5 | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 11,010 lb | 1,720 lb |
| Limited | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 10,970 lb | 1,645 lb |
| 1794 Edition | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 10,960 lb | 1,595 lb |
| Platinum | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 10,960 lb | 1,595 lb |
| 1794 Edition | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 10,890 lb | 1,575 lb |
| Platinum | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 389 hp | 4WD | 10,890 lb | 1,575 lb |
| Capstone | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 hybrid 437 hp | 4WD | 10,340 lb | 1,485 lb |
| SR | Double Cab | 3.4L V6 348 hp | RWD | 8,300 lb | 1,875 lb |
| SR | Double Cab | 3.4L V6 348 hp | 4WD | 8,300 lb | 1,885 lb |
| SR | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 348 hp | RWD | 8,300 lb | 1,830 lb |
| SR | CrewMax | 3.4L V6 348 hp | 4WD | 8,300 lb | 1,820 lb |
2026 model year, manufacturer ratings. Maximum figures usually need the factory tow package and the right hitch; the trailer's tongue weight, passengers and cargo all count against payload. Always check the label on the door jamb and your owner's manual.
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