Can you tow with a Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series?

The Land Cruiser nameplate needs little introduction. Anyone who has stepped even slightly outside of the city has encountered one. Those living outside the city, in the rugged bush or vast farmlands, swear by it and its amazing towing prowess.

Lawrence Minnie

14 May 2024 · 09:10Buying a Car1 min read

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Getting towed away

The Toyota Land Cruiser has become synonymous with hardcore 4x4 activity, often being employed on farms, ranches, and outdoor playgrounds around the world. It is well known that the 70 series Land Cruiser is devoid of many of the modern conveniences that have percolated into modern vehicles over time.

This does not mean that the Land Cruiser is not capable. In fact, the Cruiser is one of Toyota's most reliable and versatile vehicles, and now, with its new diesel engine and auto transmission option, it is even more capable of towing a load than ever before, but what kind of rating are you looking at?

Should I buy a used Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series?

The latest update to the 70 Series sees it refreshed with a new look, the addition of a new powertrain system, enhanced convenience and safety features, but it still retains the same rugged durability that has made the model popular for the discerning customer. Chad Luckhoff

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The Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series is rated to tow 750kg unbraked or 3.5 tons braked with a tongue weight not exceeding 810 kg. This means that the Land Cruiser can tow just about anything that's currently road-legal on a code 8 license and then some. While the Cruiser will easily handle your small holiday trailer, the heavy-weight handling will come in most handy out on the farm.

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Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more