2009 TOYOTA TUNDRA towing capacity

257
2-5. Driving information
2
When driving
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 603)*2: Without towing package*3: With towing package
USK51L-PSTSKA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28400 lb.
(3810 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310400 lb.
(4715 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28400 lb.
(3810 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310400 lb.
(4715 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSKA
4WD14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLKA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSGA
5.7L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLGA 14000 lb.
(6350 kg)
*28100 lb.
(3670 kg)*2
16000 lb.
(7255 kg)*310100 lb.
(4580 kg)*3
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed
typeGCWRTowing
capacity

258 2-5. Driving information
●The gross trailer weight must never exceed towing capacity
described in the table above.
● The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR
described in the table above.
●The gross vehicle weight must
never exceed the GVWR indi-
cated the Certification Label.
● The gross axle weight on each
axle must never exceed the
GAWR indicated the Certifica-
tion Label.
Towing related term
Towing related termMeaning
GVWR (Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating)
The maximum allowable gross vehicle weight.
The gross vehicle weight is the total weight of
the vehicle. When towing a trailer, it is the sum
of the vehicle weight (including the occupants,
cargo and any optional equipment installed on
the vehicle) and the tongue load. (or the king
pin weight)
GAWR (Gross Axle
Weight Rating)The maximum allowable gross axle weight.
The gross axle weight is the load placed on
each axle (front and rear).
GCWR (Gross
Combination Weight
Rating)
The maximum allowabl e gross combination
weight. The gross combination weight is the
sum of the total vehicle weight (including the
occupants, cargo and any optional equipment
installed on the vehicle) and the weight of the
trailer being towed (including the cargo in the
trailer).
Gross trailer weightThe sum of the trailer weight and the weight of
the cargo in the trailer.

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Trailer tongue load
● A recommended tongue load or king pin weight varies in accor-
dance with the types of trailers or towing as described below.
● In order to ensure the recommended values shown below, the
trailer must be loaded by referring to the following instructions.
1. Conventional Towing
The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue
load is 9 to 11% of the gross trailer weight, not exceeding the fol-
lowing.
(Tongue load /Gross trailer weight x 100 = 9 to 11%)
If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lbs. (907 kg), it is neces-
sary to use a sway control device with sufficient capacity.
If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lbs. (2268 kg), it is neces-
sary to use a weight distributing hitch with sufficient capacity.
If using a weight distributing hi tch when towing, keep your vehi-
cle level with the ground.
Towing related termMeaning
Towing capacity
The maximum allowable gross trailer weight.
Towing capacity is calculated considering base
vehicle with necessary vehicle equipment and
150 pound driver.
Additional optional equipment, passengers and
cargo in the vehicle will reduce the towing
capacity, gross trailer weight includes the
trailer, cargo and necessary equipment for
towing.
Tongue loadThe load placed on the trailer hitch ball.
King pin weightThe load placed on the fifth wheel trailer hitch
mount.

268 2-5. Driving information
■Maintenance
●If you tow a trailer, your vehicle will require more frequent maintenance
due to the additional load. (See “Scheduled Maintenance Guide” or
“Owner’s Manual Supplement”.)
● Retighten the fixing bolts of the towing ball and bracket after approxi-
mately 600 miles (1000 km).
CAUTION
■Trailer towing precautions
To tow a trailer safely, use extreme care and drive the vehicle in accordance
with the trailer’s characteristics and operating conditions.
The vehicle stability and braking performance are affected by trailer stability,
brake setting and performance, and the hitch.
Follow all the instructions described in this section. Failure to do so could
cause an accident resulting in death or serious injury.
■ Weight limit precautions
●The gross trailer weight must never exceed towing capacity. ( P. 251)
● The gross combination weight must never exceed the GCWR. ( P. 251)
● Exceeding the towing capacity, GVWR, GCWR or GAWR can cause an
accident resulting in death or serious injuries.
●The gross vehicle weight must never
exceed the GVWR indicated the Certifi-
cation Label.
● The gross axle weight on each axle
must never exceed the GAWR indi-
cated the Certification Label.

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CAUTION
■
Tongue load or king pin weight
●A recommended tongue load or king pin weight varies in accordance with
the types of trailers or towing as described below.
● In order to ensure the recommended values shown below, the trailer must
be loaded by referring to the following instructions.
1. Conventional Towing The trailer cargo load should be distributed so that the tongue load is 9 to
11% of the gross trailer weight, not exceeding the following.
(Tongue load/Gross trailer weight x 100 = 9 to 11%)
If the gross trailer weight is over 2000 lbs. (907 kg), it is necessary to use a
sway control device with sufficient capacity.
If the gross trailer weight is over 5000 lbs.(2268 kg), it is necessary to use
a weight distributing hitch with sufficient capacity.
If using a weight distributing hitch when towing, keep your vehicle level
with the ground.
2. Fifth wheel Towing The king pin weight is 15 to 25% of the Gross Trailer weight.
(King pin weight/Gross trailer weight x 100 = 15 to 25%)
CrewMax models: Current fifth wheel trailer designs are not compatible
with short bed.
Gross trailer weight
Tongue load
Gross trailer weight
King pin weight

594 6-1. Specifications
Vehicle capacity weightRegular Cab models
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 603)*2: With towing package*3: Without option
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeVehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage)
GSK50L-TRADKA 4.0 L V6
(1GR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard 1495 lb. (675 kg)
GSK51L-THADKA Long 1575 lb. (710 kg)
UCK50L-TRADKA
4.7 L V8
(2UZ-FE) engine 2WD
Standard
1730 lb. (780 kg)
1655 lb. (750 kg)
*2
UCK51L-THADKA Long1830 lb. (830 kg)
1755 lb. (795 kg)*2
UCK55L-TRADKA 4WDStandard
1670 lb. (755 kg)
1595 lb. (720 kg)*2
UCK56L-THADKA Long1765 lb. (800 kg)
1690 lb. (765 kg)*2
USK50L-TRTDKA
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Standard
1660 lb. (750 kg)
1585 lb. (715 kg)*2
USK51L-THTDKA Long1975 lb. (895 kg)
1900 lb. (860 kg)*2
2045 lb. (925 kg)*3
USK55L-TRTDKA 4WDStandard
1605 lb. (725 kg)
1530 lb. (690 kg)*2
USK56L-THTDKA Long1910 lb. (865 kg)
1835 lb. (830 kg)*2
USK55L-TRTDGA 5.7 L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WDStandard
1605 lb. (725 kg)
1530 lb. (690 kg)*2
USK56L-THTDGA Long1910 lb. (865 kg)
1835 lb. (830 kg)*2

596 6-1. Specifications
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 603)*2: With towing packageCrewMax models
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeVehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage)
USK56L-CRTSGA 5.7 L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD
Standard 1470 lb. (665 kg)
1395 lb. (630 kg)
*2
USK56L-CRTLGA 1505 lb. (680 kg)
1430 lb. (645 kg)*2
USK57L-CHTSGA Long 1365 lb. (615 kg)*2
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeVehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage)
UCK51L-PSASKA
4.7 L V8
(2UZ-FE) engine 2WD
Short 1335 lb. (605 kg)
1260 lb. (570 kg)
*2
1225 lb. (555 kg)*3
UCK51L-PSALKA 1360 lb. (615 kg)
1285 lb. (580 kg)*2
1250 lb. (565 kg)*3
UCK56L-PSASKA
4WD1260 lb. (570 kg)
1185 lb. (535 kg)*2
1150 lb. (520 kg)*3
UCK56L-PSALKA 1280 lb. (580 kg)
1205 lb. (545 kg)*2
1170 lb. (530 kg)*3

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6-1. Specifications
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Vehicle specifications
*1: The model code is indicated on the Certification Label. (P. 603)*2: With towing package or electric moon roof*3: With towing package and electric moon roof
Model code*1EngineDriving
systemBed typeVehicle capacity weight (Occupants+luggage)
USK51L-PSTSKA
5.7 L V8
(3UR-FE) engine 2WD
Short 1470 lb. (665 kg)
1395 lb. (630 kg)
*2
1360 lb. (615 kg)*3
USK51L-PSTLKA 1530 lb. (690 kg)
1455 lb. (655 kg)*2
1420 lb. (640 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSKA
4WD1400 lb. (635 kg)
1325 lb. (600 kg)*2
1290 lb. (585 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLKA 1420 lb. (640 kg)
1345 lb. (610 kg)*2
1310 lb. (590 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTSGA 5.7 L V8
(3UR-FBE) engine 4WD 1400 lb. (635 kg)
1325 lb. (600 kg)*2
1290 lb. (585 kg)*3
USK56L-PSTLGA 1420 lb. (640 kg)
1345 lb. (610 kg)*2
1310 lb. (590 kg)*3