How much weight will the 4runner hold inside?

[remerbt]

Somewhat of a dumb question, but was just wondering how much weight it will hold inside?

From my research it looks like the 4r itself (2wd, no mods, I weight 200lbs, plus gas) should weigh no more than 4200lbs, and the GVWR is 5250, so evenly distributed with the back seat down I should be able to carry 800lbs pretty safely and 1000lbs pushing it?

Just wanted to see if that sounded realistic to you guys, and how much I should really flirt with being right at/going over the GVWR?

Was hoping I would be able to carry more around 1500lbs (I have 2 pallets of roofing shingles, each weigh 3000lbs - would have to make 4 trips). Otherwise I'll just borrow a truck and trailer from a buddy. Pretty sure this isn't do-able, but wanted to double check.

 

[02SE]

What year?, which engine? which transmission? which model? Ie: Base, SR5, or Limited?

I have a '97 brochure that lists the curb weight and payload of each variation of 4Runner, for that year. Any of the other 3rd gen years would be pretty close.

 

[02SE]

The variation with the highest payload is listed as 1810 lbs for a base, 2wd, 4cyl, with a manual trans.

It Gradually ranges down to the variation with the lowest payload at 1310 lbs, for a 4wd, Limited.

 

[remerbt]

What year?, which engine? which transmission? which model? Ie: Base, SR5, or Limited?

I have a '97 brochure that lists the curb weight and payload of each variation of 4Runner, for that year. Any of the other 3rd gen years would be pretty close.

Sorry, its a 99, 2wd 6cyl automatic. SR5 sport I beleive (power windows/doors, moon roof, power back window, stock tires/rims).

Im really surprised to hear that the lowest payload is 1300.

 

[02SE]

Sorry, its a 99, 2wd 6cyl automatic. SR5 sport I beleive (power windows/doors, moon roof, power back window, stock tires/rims).

Im really surprised to hear that the lowest payload is 1300.

The '99 is probably slightly heavier than the '97, due to their respective front bumper's, and a few other slight changes between the years. I would bet they are within 50 lbs of each other.

Anyway, the '97 curb weight for the same configuration as yours, is listed as 3565 lbs.

Payload is listed at 1685 lbs.

GVWR is 5250 lbs.

If you load it to max. GVWR, I'd make sure your tires are properly inflated, and drive it easy while fully loaded. Being subjected to max. GVWR, might possibly reveal some worn areas of your 13 year old truck. So there's that to consider too.

Good luck.

 

[1985taylor1925]

mine will hold me plus four fat girls, or seven skinny girls. take your pick

 

[remerbt]

So curb weight is no passengers, no fuel, completely empty right?

So realistically im looking at about 400 pounds less than the payload to be safe (including my weight at 200lbs, and say about 100lbs of gas with a full tank).

Giving me 1200lb payload at max if everything is perfectly distributed. 1000 to be safe (like you said, its a 13 year old truck, really dont feel like speeding up the process of wear and tear).

I have 74 total bundles of shingles, each bundle is 80lbs (according to google, it seems like each bundle woudl be significantly less in weight - I am going to double check on this to be certain). So that would be 12 bundles per trip making 6 trips.

I think I'll just borrow my brothers truck and trailer.

 

[02SE]

Curb weight refers to the weight of a vehicle with standard equipment, that is ready to drive with a full tank of fuel, but without any passengers or cargo.

 

[amalik]

Hey guys,

random 4 year thread bump...

would I be insane to load 2,000 LBS or so in the back of my 3rd gen?

 

[jgue467]

I've carried 1200#s of corn distributed thru passenger seat/floor, back seat mostly and the rest in rear.

I'd say if the distance to be traveled is not far and the load can be distributed as much as possible between the axles while minimizing the amount over the rear axle, go for it! And get the weight off as soon as possible afterward. Luck. :cowboy:

 

[Luciendar21]

I too would say that it depends on the distance you intend to drive, and also the speed at which you're intending to drive, if you'll be in traffic, or if you'll be on rough terrain (or crappy roads).

The springs in my 2000 Limited feel soft enough with a pair of 200lbs guys in the back seats and ~120lbs of weight over the rear axle (sand bags for winter traction), I personally would not put 1 ton of weight in the vehicle.

If the roads are smooth, you will be able to keep it under 50mph, and you'll be able to keep out of traffic for less than 50 mi or so, then maybe it's not so bad.

Just bear in mind, every component that moves is going to be under more stress, especially the transmission and rear suspension.

 

[amalik]

yeah, [MENTION=75316]jgue467[/MENTION], I need to pick up a pallet of sod for the backyard, I was told it's damn near 2,000 lbs.

Thinking to not do it now in the 4runner, lol.

I have done 1,000 lbs before of tile, it wasn't too bad but definitely felt the impact.

 

[JayRolla]

mine will hold me plus four fat girls, or seven skinny girls. take your pick

They aint fat, just a lil thick.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqWVOY40oBw