Recommended Tow vehicle for a 1995 Lance Travel Trailer

Updated 05/02/2016 | Published 04/29/2016

Question:

We are purchasing a Lance 1995 with a GVWR of 5700 lbs. What size truck would be appropriate for this and possible future larger trailers? We are looking at 3/4 ton trucks, but what about the Tundra? What size engine, etc. would we need or is this not the direction we should go?

asked by: Duane B

Helpful Expert Reply:

Which truck to use for towing isn't the easy question it would appear. If you weren't ever going to tow anything heavier than a 5700lb GVWR trailer, a 1/2 ton truck would be fine.

If you were looking to go with a larger trailer sometime in the future, or maybe even move up to a fifth wheel, I'd recommend at least a 3/4 ton with a long bed if possible. On average, a Diesel engine would have more torque and would usually last longer.

I won't get into the Ford versus Chevy versus Mopar argument, all three have their strong points. Knowing that you might increase to a larger trailer in the future, you might consider a 1 ton truck as well. I don't know much about the Tundra, I'm more familiar with American trucks.

expert reply by: Mike L