Toyota Land Cruiser Towing Capacity by Series and Year
How much can a Toyota Land Cruiser tow? See ratings for every series and year, from the 80 Series to the 2026 model, in lb and kg.
The answer depends on the series and the market. The Land Cruiser sold in the US since 2024 tows up to 6,000 lb (2,722 kg). The 200 Series sold in the US in 2020 and 2021 was rated at 8,100 lb (about 3,670 kg). In Australia and many other markets, the 70, 200 and 300 Series are rated at 3,500 kg (about 7,700 lb) braked and 750 kg unbraked.
These are the factory maximums for the strongest version in each range. Your exact rating depends on the engine, year, market and towing equipment, so check the compliance plate or owner's manual before you tow.
Land Cruiser Towing Capacity by Series
Series | Years | Maximum braked towing | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
300 Series | 2021 to present | 3,500 kg (about 7,700 lb) | Australia and other markets. 750 kg unbraked. |
250 Series (US Land Cruiser) | 2024 to present | 6,000 lb (2,722 kg) | US models. Hybrid only. |
200 Series | 2007 to 2021 | 3,500 kg in Australia, 8,100 lb in the US (2020 and 2021) | 750 kg unbraked in Australia. |
100 Series | 1998 to 2007 | 3,500 kg listed for the 1998 4.2 TD | Check other engines and years individually. |
80 Series | 1990 to 1997 | About 2,500 kg (3.9L petrol, Australia) | Lower than the later series. |
70 and 79 Series | 1984 to present | 3,500 kg | Current Australian models. 750 kg unbraked. |
Toyota Land Cruiser Towing Capacity in the US
The current US Land Cruiser uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged hybrid (i-Force Max) with 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque. Its tow rating is 6,000 lb across the lineup, and the figure was unchanged from 2025 to 2026.
Model year | US Land Cruiser | Maximum towing |
|---|---|---|
2026 | 250 Series | 6,000 lb |
2025 | 250 Series | 6,000 lb |
2024 | 250 Series | 6,000 lb |
2021 | 200 Series | 8,100 lb |
2020 | 200 Series | 8,100 lb |
Toyota did not sell the Land Cruiser in the US for the 2022 and 2023 model years, so there is no US rating for those years.
If you tow less than 6,000 lb, our guide to Toyota 4Runner towing capacity covers a smaller Toyota SUV.
Toyota LandCruiser Towing Capacity in Australia
In Australia the name is usually written LandCruiser, and the ratings are simpler. The 70 Series (including the 79 Series ute), the 200 Series and the 300 Series all carry a 3,500 kg braked rating and a 750 kg unbraked rating. The 79 Series also lists a 350 kg tow ball download.
The 300 Series uses a 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 diesel with 227 kW and 700 Nm. The 79 Series uses a 2.8-liter turbo diesel.
Police enforce braked towing limits in Australia, so treat 3,500 kg as a hard ceiling.
Older Land Cruisers: 80 and 100 Series
The 80 Series is rated lower than later models. Australian specifications list about 2,500 kg braked for the 3.9-liter petrol version.
The 100 Series is listed at 3,500 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked for the 1998 4.2 TD diesel. Ratings vary by engine, year and market, so check the compliance plate of the exact vehicle before you rely on that figure.
On a vehicle this old, condition matters as much as the rating. Check the brakes, cooling system and suspension before towing anywhere near the limit.
Braked vs Unbraked Towing Capacity
Braked towing capacity applies to trailers with their own brakes, such as caravans, boat trailers and horse trailers. It is the figure that matters for most heavy loads.
Unbraked towing capacity applies to trailers without brakes. The limit is much lower: 750 kg on the Australian 70, 200 and 300 Series. That only suits light trailers, such as a small utility or box trailer.
Land Cruiser 200 vs 300 Series for Towing
In Australia the two series share the same 3,500 kg braked rating, so the towing figure does not separate them. The difference is the engine.
The 200 Series uses a V8 diesel that makes 200 kW and 650 Nm. The 300 Series makes 227 kW and 700 Nm from a smaller 3.3-liter twin-turbo V6 diesel.
For a used buyer, the 200 Series gives the same rating in an older design. For a new buyer, the 300 Series is the current model.
Can a Land Cruiser Tow a Caravan?
Yes, within its rating. What counts is the caravan's loaded weight, not its empty weight. Water, gas, food, batteries and gear add up quickly.
The loaded caravan must stay under the braked rating. The tow vehicle must also stay within its gross combined mass (GCM) and payload limits. On the 79 Series, for example, the GCM of 7,010 kg (from September 2022) equals its 3,510 kg GVM plus the 3,500 kg braked rating.
A 4.5-tonne trailer is out of range. At 4,500 kg, it is above every Land Cruiser rating in this guide.
Before You Tow: Payload, GCM and Tow Ball Weight
Payload: Passengers, luggage, roof accessories, recovery gear and tow ball weight all count against payload.
Tow ball weight: It is usually around 10% of the trailer's weight. The 79 Series is rated at 350 kg for its 3,500 kg trailer.
Gross combined mass: The loaded vehicle and trailer together must stay under the GCM limit.
Equipment: Use a rated hitch, and an electric brake controller for braked trailers.
Condition: Inspect the tires, brakes, cooling system, suspension and transmission before a long tow.
Which Land Cruiser Is Best for Towing?
Highest rating in the US: The 2020 or 2021 Land Cruiser at 8,100 lb.
New in the US: The current Land Cruiser at 6,000 lb. For lighter loads, compare Toyota Highlander towing capacity.
New in Australia and other markets: The 300 Series at 3,500 kg braked.
Used in Australia: The 200 Series, with the same 3,500 kg rating.
Work and heavy-duty use: The 79 Series ute, also rated at 3,500 kg.
If you would rather tow with a pickup, see our guide to Toyota Tacoma towing capacity.
Toyota Land Cruiser Towing Capacity FAQs
How much can a Toyota Land Cruiser tow?
Up to 6,000 lb (2,722 kg) for the current US Land Cruiser, and 3,500 kg (about 7,700 lb) braked for the 70, 200 and 300 Series in Australia and many other markets.
What is the towing capacity of the 2025 and 2026 Toyota Land Cruiser?
6,000 lb. The rating was unchanged from 2025 to 2026.
Which Toyota Land Cruiser can tow the most?
The 2020 and 2021 US Land Cruiser (200 Series) at 8,100 lb, about 3,670 kg. Outside the US, the 70, 200 and 300 Series are rated at 3,500 kg.
Can a Land Cruiser tow 4.5 tonnes?
No. 4.5 tonnes (4,500 kg) is above the highest rating of any Land Cruiser covered here. Towing over the rating can be illegal.
Can a Toyota Land Cruiser tow a caravan?
Yes, as long as the caravan's loaded weight stays under the braked rating and the vehicle stays within its payload and GCM limits.
What is the unbraked towing capacity of a Land Cruiser?
750 kg on the Australian 70, 200 and 300 Series.
Is there a 2022 or 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser towing capacity?
Not in the US. Toyota did not sell the Land Cruiser there for those model years. The 300 Series, sold in other markets since 2021, is rated at 3,500 kg braked.
Final Thoughts
The right tow rating depends on where you live and which series you drive. In the US, plan around 6,000 lb for a current model. In Australia and many other markets, plan around 3,500 kg braked.
Whatever the headline figure, work from the rating on your own vehicle's compliance plate or owner's manual. Then check that the loaded trailer, payload and GCM all stay inside their limits before you tow.
