Towing 16' Trailer with ATV and Side x Side (3350lbs) with V6

[limited05]

Hello everyone, I am a new member here, and recently got a 2005 limited 4runner 4x4 V6.

I apologize if this has been asked before. However, I am wanting to tow a 16' utility trailer with a utility ATV and yamaha rhino on it (total weight= 3,350 pounds). I just want to clarify before I try towing this much weight with my 4runner.

According to everything I have found, the 4runner is rate for 5,000lbs, but I kind of find that hard to believe.

Here is the weight break down:
Utility ATV: 650 lbs
Side x Side: 1200 lbs
16' Utility Trailer: 1500pds

Total Weight: 3350 lbs

Do you think towing roughly 3350lbs weight with a 2005 v6 4runner is a bad idea or too much for it to handle?

Thanks for your help!

 

[wnelax04sr5]

Hello everyone, I am a new member here, and recently got a 2005 limited 4runner 4x4 V6.

I apologize if this has been asked before. However, I am wanting to tow a 16' utility trailer with a utility ATV and yamaha rhino on it (total weight= 3,350 pounds). I just want to clarify before I try towing this much weight with my 4runner.

According to everything I have found, the 4runner is rate for 5,000lbs, but I kind of find that hard to believe.

Here is the weight break down:
Utility ATV: 650 lbs
Side x Side: 1200 lbs
16' Utility Trailer: 1500pds

Total Weight: 3350 lbs

Do you think towing roughly 3350lbs weight with a 2005 v6 4runner is a bad idea or too much for it to handle?

Thanks for your help!

i tow a 18ft utility trailer with 2 atvs, both polaris', and the combined weight is a hair under 4200, thats with a calculator, not on a scale. while the rear certainly squats, it helps to have a trailer brake controller in the cab, and a well balanced trailer so there isn't too much tongue weight. as far as power goes, i rarely have any problems getting up to speed or staying there, a lot of people say you can't tow in overdrive, if there aren't a ton of hills you're fine, to tow in OD. to answer your original question, 3350lbs will not be too much to handle, and it is not a bad idea.

 

[limited05]

i tow a 18ft utility trailer with 2 atvs, both polaris', and the combined weight is a hair under 4200, thats with a calculator, not on a scale. while the rear certainly squats, it helps to have a trailer brake controller in the cab, and a well balanced trailer so there isn't too much tongue weight. as far as power goes, i rarely have any problems getting up to speed or staying there, a lot of people say you can't tow in overdrive, if there aren't a ton of hills you're fine, to tow in OD. to answer your original question, 3350lbs will not be too much to handle, and it is not a bad idea.

Thanks for the help? Do you have any idea the weight break down? The particular models I am talking about towing is a Yamaha Rhino 660 and Yamaha Grizzly 660, I would think those would weight more than two large polaris ATVs and trailer. Is the trailer what makes up for the added weight since its a heavier built one?

 

[limited05]

Thanks for the help? Do you have any idea the weight break down? The particular models I am talking about towing is a Yamaha Rhino 660 and Yamaha Grizzly 660, I would think those would weight more than two large polaris ATVs and trailer. Is the trailer what makes up for the added weight since its a heavier built one?

I meant thanks for the help! Not, thanks for the help? haha

 

[Smobien]

I tow a 12ft enclosed trailer filled with motorcycles roughly 3000lbs with a V6. Only thing I did was put in a rear suspension air lift to help the truck sit normal when towing. Gas mileage does down the tubes but its expected.

Easy to install check it out. Amazon.com: AIR LIFT 60809 1000 Series Rear Air Spring Kit: Automotive

 

[KingPrat]

Why do you find the towing capacity hard to believe? Your pulling with a body-on-frame truck with a V6 that has good hp and torque ratings for its class in that year.

Make sure the weight is distributed evenly on the trailer, and leave yourself extra distance while stopping. You'll be fine.

If this turns into a regular thing, you may want to look into a transmission cooler if yours doesn't have one. Think it was an option on the V6.

 

[gshadow325]

Did any of you guys do preventive maintenance stuff first like diff and transfer case fluids? I ask because I am considering on pulling a pop up camper on a road trip from philly to yellow stone next summer.

 

[wnelax04sr5]

Thanks for the help? Do you have any idea the weight break down? The particular models I am talking about towing is a Yamaha Rhino 660 and Yamaha Grizzly 660, I would think those would weight more than two large polaris ATVs and trailer. Is the trailer what makes up for the added weight since its a heavier built one?

the trailer accounts for the majority of the weight, its a full steel trailer, tubing and all, along with steel bars that run the width of the trailer ever 2 ft underneath the deck, with a tank of fuel, the quads are 750lbs and 800lbs each, approx, leaving about 2700lbs of trailer, as listed on the tongue of it. your rhino comes out at about 1000lbs, and the grizzly is around 600lbs, so together they are only 50lbs more than mine

 

[cdthiker]

here is another vote for the transmission cooler
they are cheap and easy to install and be bought just about anywhere.
it WILL save your transmission
trust me, more then worth it
your 4 runner will be fine just go slow and realize that you need a lot more room for everything
if the trailer does not have breaks on it understand that it is going to take a lot longer to stop and that you will need to change your driving style
good luck

 

[daka320]

Did any of you guys do preventive maintenance stuff first like diff and transfer case fluids? I ask because I am considering on pulling a pop up camper on a road trip from philly to yellow stone next summer.

Do your normal preventative maintenance and you will be fine. It is important but it is funny how many folks are so concerned about their tow vehicle and not what they are towing. A sway bar is cheap insurance that I consider a must, especially dealing with crosswinds or bad roads. Trailer brakes are more expensive but they have saved my bottom a couple of times when you have to do an emergency stop. Also, ST trailer tires have a max speed of 65 mph. Important to remember on a 115 degree day. It is all about stopping when towing, not accelerating.

We have helped people move with pulling up to a 20 ft trailer as well as towing a pop up halfway across the country a few times. Some fun times!!!

 

[Hypageck]

OP, I've got an 07 v6 4x4.
I pulled a 7'x16' equipment trailer with 2 wheelers, Honda Rancher 400 and Can-am outlander 1000 xmr, from central VA to upstate New York with no issues. 1600lb trailer, 560lb Honda, 1050lb Can-am =3210lbs. Add to this about 300lbs of gear, clothes, etc etc and another 210lbs for my winch, mount, and added accessories.
Total extra weight comes in around 3700lbs.
I never experienced one single problem over the course of my 1 week trip. No issues with trans or oil temps, even when climbing through the Adirondacks.

ETA: I used a weight distributing hitch with anti-sway bar and trailer brake controller.

At the time of this image, I had a 3inch lift and 33s with the factory gears. Hopefully the image attaches correctly. https://imgur.com/jH20hme.jpg

 

[Thebeastlives]

The 4th gen isnt a full size truck but towing light weight utility trailers loaded with a sxs or atv they definitely can handle that. Like my Tundra that comes standard with a trans cooler i would definitely add 1 and a temp gauge if you tow alot especially for hill climbs and hot weather. They are cheap insurance against stressing your transmission out.