How to check Nissan Armada towing capacity?
We are considering an Armada to tow our 6K lbs. loaded, 25' TT. Time to trade the 2008 Expedition. I see in Trailer Life towing guides that for all years, they are rated 9K towing capacity. Howeve...
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Northstar451 wrote:
The reason I am interested in max tow rating is because I want to stay within 75% of rated capacity to provide power for mountains. My total load, including tongue weight, passengers, gear, etc is expected to be 12-1300. I don't want to tow 6K of weight with a 6500 lb. rated vehicle.
Define mountains - Rockies? or Appalachians?
No matter what you choose, it'll be a turd in the Rockies. Just last month I drove my rig through the Eisenhower tunnel and over Vail Pass on I-70 in Colorado. 2nd gear, 4000 RPM, 40 MPH was all we were doing on the last few hills. And that's an engine rated at 353 HP with a 3.73 rear and a 6-speed transmission. Total weight was 14,500 lbs.
In the Appalachians - you'll be fine with anything with a 6-speed transmission that can handle the weight.
