How much can this truck REALLY tow?
Hi, I got my garage organized so my wife and I can fit both cars in. My dreams of owning a great big, 3/4 ton 4x4 crew cab were dashed when I realized I was squeezing just to get out of my current mid...
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I used a 2017 V6 gas with 8 speed transmission Canyon Crew Long Box to pull a 16ft livestock trailer that contained 4 sows. In the truck was four people. I drove this 300 miles from Mackinaw Michigan to Southeast Michigan.
Due to commitments, I ran the truck at the posted speed, which was 75 mph for the majority of the trip. The truck was amazing. Yes, it ran at 3200 rpm, but it worked great. It actually surprised my friend when the trailer was hitched and the truck did not even drop.
I was hoping to use a diesel Colorado, but it was not available. I need to go get a few more sows next week, and hope to use a diesel Colorado then to compare.
I was happily surprised with the fuel economy of the V6 truck when not towing. It was better than posted on the sticker.
Due to commitments, I ran the truck at the posted speed, which was 75 mph for the majority of the trip. The truck was amazing. Yes, it ran at 3200 rpm, but it worked great. It actually surprised my friend when the trailer was hitched and the truck did not even drop.
I was hoping to use a diesel Colorado, but it was not available. I need to go get a few more sows next week, and hope to use a diesel Colorado then to compare.
I was happily surprised with the fuel economy of the V6 truck when not towing. It was better than posted on the sticker.
