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2022 Toyota Tundra Towing Capacity

Factory towing capacity, payload, GCWR, and hitch class for the 2022 Toyota Tundra — plus the gear this setup calls for.

2022 Toyota Tundra — Marketing brochure with narrative tow figures and partial SR/SR5/Limited spec table (cut off); no complete configuration-by-configuration tow matrix

⚠ Pending verification

Figures were extracted from the source below and are pending confirmation against the OEM towing guide.

Source: OEM towing guide — [PDF] 2022 Tundra - Toyota · retrieved 2026-07-01

Max Towing Capacity

12,000

lbs

Payload

1,940 lbs

Hitch Class

Class V

GCWR

—

Engine Variants

3 variants

Trim Notes

Maximum 12,000 lbs achieved on SR5 Double Cab 6.5-ft. Standard Bed with i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 in 4x2 configuration.

⚠ Important

Peak 12,000 lb: i-FORCE 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6, SR5, Double Cab 6.5-ft. Standard Bed, 4x2, conventional hitch (conventional ball hitch). Next-highest 11,450 lb: i-FORCE MAX 3.4L Twin-Turbo V6 Hybrid, Limited, CrewMax 5.5-ft. Short Bed, 4x2, conventional hitch.

◆ 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 12,000 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:

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Prose overview

The 2022 Toyota Tundra carries a maximum towing capacity of 12,000 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 2022 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.

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2022 Toyota Tundra towing FAQ

What is the maximum towing capacity of a 2022 Toyota Tundra?

A properly equipped 2022 Toyota Tundra is rated to tow up to 12,000 lbs. This maximum applies only to specific engine, axle, and tow-package combinations — most trims tow less.

What hitch class does the 2022 Toyota Tundra need?

Based on its rated capacity, the 2022 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 2022 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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