Can I Tow It?
Life in the RV
Simple RV Tow Checker
Pick your truck and the RV you’re eyeing. We’ll tell you if they’re compatible — no manuals required.
Educational tool only. This checker uses typical average specs for the truck model and RV type selected — not your exact vehicle. Real towing capacity and payload vary significantly by trim, engine, year, and configuration. Always verify with your owner’s manual, the sticker inside your driver’s door jamb, and weigh your actual loaded setup at a CAT scale before towing. Towing beyond your vehicle’s ratings is dangerous. Life in the RV is not responsible for towing decisions made based on this tool.
Your truck
The RV you’re considering
Estimated tow capacity used
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of your truck’s rating
Estimated payload left
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after hitch + people + gear
Est. RV weight range
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loaded estimate
Truck tow rating
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typical for this model
How close to your limits?
Tow capacity used0%
Payload used0%
What to know about this combo
Still not sure? Post your exact setup in the Full Time RV Roadmap community — experienced full-timers have been through this and are happy to help.
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These are estimates based on typical specs for the truck model and RV type you selected. Real weights vary significantly by trim, engine, year, and what’s loaded in the RV. Always verify with your owner’s manual, the RV’s weight sticker, and weigh your actual setup at a CAT scale before long trips. This tool is for educational purposes only.
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RV Towing Compatibility Checker — Advanced
Enter your truck and RV numbers to find out if your setup is safe — before you buy.
Educational tool only. This checker provides estimates based on the numbers you enter. Always verify with your vehicle’s owner’s manual, door sticker, and a certified RV dealer or weight station before towing. Towing beyond your vehicle’s ratings is dangerous and illegal.
Your tow vehicle
Find this in your owner’s manual or on the manufacturer’s towing guide. NOT the hitch rating.
This is on the sticker inside your driver’s door jamb — it’s the MOST important number for towing safety.
Your RV
The maximum loaded weight of the RV. Find it on the RV’s certification label or spec sheet.
For travel trailers: the weight the trailer puts on your hitch ball. Usually 10-15% of GVWR. For fifth wheels: pin weight is usually 15-25% of GVWR.
Your travel plans
Please fill in all required fields (tow capacity, payload, and RV GVWR).
Tow capacity used
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of your tow rating
Payload remaining
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after hitch + passengers + cargo
RV GVWR
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max loaded RV weight
Hitch / pin weight
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transferred to your truck
How close are you to your limits?
Tow capacity0%
Payload used0%
What to know about your setup
Have towing questions? The Full Time RV Roadmap community has experienced full-timers who’ve figured out the hard stuff — join us and ask away.
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This tool provides educational estimates only. Real-world towing weights vary based on water, food, gear, and fuel loaded in the RV. Always weigh your actual loaded setup at a CAT scale before long trips. Consult your owner’s manual and a certified RV professional before making any towing decisions. Life in the RV is not responsible for towing decisions made based on this tool.
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