Towing with 1/2 ton SUV NEED ADVICE
I own a 2011 Yukon, 116" wheelbase, 5.3L, 3.42 ratio, with HD tow package, tow rating of #8,500. I'm looking at buying a TT but am unsure about how much of a trailer my vehicle can safely handle. I am...
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I have been towing a KZ Spree 240BHS with a 2010 Nissan Armada Titanium for the last 3 years. This combo has been great for me! The Armada is a beast of a truck rated to tow near 10k lbs., has plenty of power, braking ability and is super comfortable for all passengers.
The Spree weighs 4650 dry, about 5500 loaded for a 3 week trip leaving plenty of wiggle room in the capacities of both vehicles. The length of the Spree hitch to bumper is about 28'. This is the only area of concern for me given the Armada's relatively short wheelbase of 123".
Just this past weekend we sold the Armada and bought a new 2014 F150 FX4 Ecoboost 3.5l Twin Turbo. Made the change not based on any towing problems, just wanted the added convenience and flexibility of having 4WD on my tow vehicle. I hope the Ford is half as good a tow vehicle as the Armada has been!
Pay attention to the numbers, don't push right to the limits and take it slow!
The Spree weighs 4650 dry, about 5500 loaded for a 3 week trip leaving plenty of wiggle room in the capacities of both vehicles. The length of the Spree hitch to bumper is about 28'. This is the only area of concern for me given the Armada's relatively short wheelbase of 123".
Just this past weekend we sold the Armada and bought a new 2014 F150 FX4 Ecoboost 3.5l Twin Turbo. Made the change not based on any towing problems, just wanted the added convenience and flexibility of having 4WD on my tow vehicle. I hope the Ford is half as good a tow vehicle as the Armada has been!
Pay attention to the numbers, don't push right to the limits and take it slow!
