2021 Toyota Tundra SR/SR5 Double Cab Standard Bed 4x2, 5.7L V8, with Tow Package (4.30 axle ratio, TOW/HAUL mode, trailer brake controller)
⚠ Pending verification
Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.
Source: OEM towing guide — MY21 Tundra eBrochure · retrieved 2026-07-02
Max Towing Capacity
10,200
lbs / 4,627 kg
Engine Variants
1 variants
Trim Notes
Maximum 10,200 lbs achieved on SR or SR5 Double Cab Standard Bed 4x2 with standard Tow Package (includes towing receiver hitch, 4.30 axle ratio, TOW/HAUL mode switch, trailer brake controller, heavy-duty battery, 170-amp alternator, 4-7/1-pin connector). Limited Double Cab Standard Bed 4x2 achieves 10,100 lbs; CrewMax Short Bed SR5 4x2 achieves 10,100 lbs; CrewMax Limited/Platinum/1794 Edition Short Bed 4x2 achieves 9,400 lbs.
⚠ Important
Peak 10,200 lb: 5.7L V8, Double Cab, Standard Bed, 4x2 (RWD), with Tow Package (SR or SR5 grade), 4.30 axle ratio (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 10,100 lb: 5.7L V8, Double Cab, Long Bed, 4x2 (RWD), with Tow Package (SR or SR5 grade); also 5.7L V8, CrewMax, Short Bed, 4x2 (RWD), SR5 grade with Tow Package.
◆ Gear you may need
Always confirm against your door-jamb sticker & OEM towing guide before hauling. Ratings vary by exact configuration.
Different configuration? Look it up
The 10,200 lbs figure above is the properly-equipped maximum for this model year. For a specific trim, engine, or drivetrain, run your exact setup through the live tool:
Prose overview
The 2021 Toyota Tundra carries a maximum towing capacity of 10,200 lbs when properly equipped, paired with a Class V hitch. As with every truck and SUV, the rating swings by engine, drivetrain, cab and bed configuration, and rear axle ratio — so two 2021 Toyota Tundras on the same lot can be rated thousands of pounds apart. Match your trailer to the lowestrelevant limit (towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch rating), and verify against the sticker inside the driver's-side door jamb.
Related tow ratings
2021 Toyota Tundra towing FAQ
What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2021 Toyota Tundra?
A properly equipped 2021 Toyota Tundra is rated to tow up to 10,200 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.
What hitch class does the 2021 Toyota Tundra need?
Based on its rated capacity, the 2021 Toyota Tundra typically pairs with a Class V hitch. Always match the hitch to your loaded trailer weight and never exceed the vehicle's rated capacity.
Do I need a brake controller to tow with a 2021 Toyota Tundra?
Most states require trailer brakes — and a brake controller — for trailers over 3,000 lbs loaded. A brake controller syncs the trailer's brakes with the vehicle's for safe, controlled stops.
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