In our search for our first Class A, I think we will be going with either a high end gas or entry level Diesel. Either way, the max towing is 5K as we really don't want to get into a used DP for our first foray into Class A. What we want to go along with the Class A is a towed that weighs less than 4500 pounds, but can tow 7K. Currently, I have a Dodge Dually and once we get the Class A I really won't need this overly large truck. I will, however, still need to tow a trailer occasionally carrying one of our sports cars or landscaping/home stuff.We did have a Grand Cherokee, however, it was over 5k so would be over the hitch limit of the Class A.Is there anything out there that would fit what we need?Thanks in advance.John

I use a 2008 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 4x4 with 4.7 V-8, max tow rating is right at 7000# and has a curb weight of 4600lbs. Those specs are pretty damn close to what you were looking for (4500/7500).Only other option I can think of off top of my head w/o checking MAY be 2015 Ford F150 Regular Cab 4x4 has a curb weight of 4485 (5.0 V-8), and I would bet it can tow 7500lbs.

Just checked the F-150 tow ratings for trucks under 4500lb curb weight (REGULAR CAB 4x4's, the 4x4's should be flat towable) and any engine configuration can tow in excess of 7500lbs

2015 Chevy Colorado pickup 4 door, 4 wheel drive meets your weight and towing requirements and it towable 4-down. We tow a 2008 Colorado pickup and love it.

stvdman wrote:Just checked the F-150 tow ratings for trucks under 4500lb curb weight (REGULAR CAB 4x4's, the 4x4's should be flat towable) and any engine configuration can tow in excess of 7500lbsThanks for looking into this. I will check it out.John

sdianel wrote:2015 Chevy Colorado pickup 4 door, 4 wheel drive meets your weight and towing requirements and it towable 4-down. We tow a 2008 Colorado pickup and love it.This is one I was thinking about. Hard to find around here tho, but I am not in a hurry. Thanks.John

Looking for Dinghy Weighing Less than 4500 but can Tow 7K

67Cutlass
Explorer
Apr 04, 2015
I think you will find that most DPs typically come with a 10K hitch. The 5k hitch is less common.
moisheh
Explorer
Apr 03, 2015
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moisheh
Explorer
Apr 03, 2015
You may find that the published curb weights are "light". Usually 500 to 700 lbs. heavier.

Moisheh
rr2254545
Explorer
Apr 03, 2015
rr2254545 wrote:
Jeep Cherokee is just over 4000 lbs

I love mine have towed it over 50 times and 9,500 miles

Missed the towing part, with the trailer package and my V6 its 4,500 tow rated

Yep I do not know how a 4,000 lb car can tow 4,500 but that what the manual says
bshpilot
Explorer
Apr 03, 2015
Jeep Wrangler is out - while its under 4000 lbs (wet) its tow rating is about 2500 lbs at most.
rr2254545
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
Jeep Cherokee is just over 4000 lbs

I love mine have towed it over 50 times and 9,500 miles
Blackdiamond
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
Nissan frontier, Toyota Tacoma and the already mentioned Colorado/canyon
bstehmy
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
Just set up a 2015 Canyon for my toad. Curb weight with full fuel and SLT package is 4420. Rated at towing 7000. Nice toad.
JCGibson
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
sdianel wrote:
2015 Chevy Colorado pickup 4 door, 4 wheel drive meets your weight and towing requirements and it towable 4-down. We tow a 2008 Colorado pickup and love it.

This is one I was thinking about. Hard to find around here tho, but I am not in a hurry. Thanks.

John
JCGibson
Explorer
Apr 02, 2015
stvdman wrote:
Just checked the F-150 tow ratings for trucks under 4500lb curb weight (REGULAR CAB 4x4's, the 4x4's should be flat towable) and any engine configuration can tow in excess of 7500lbs

Thanks for looking into this. I will check it out.

John