We're considering a new family hauler, tow vehicle for a travel trailer. I notice that the 2005 Landcruiser is rated to tow 6500, while the LX470 is only rated for 5000. The drivetrain is the same, so I assume that there is some kind of suspension issue. The earlier versions of the Lex are rated at 6500. Can anyone give me the cliff's notes on these?
2005 Landcruiser vs. LX470 Tow Ratings, other stuff.
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It is possible the towing capacity difference could also be related to the "under the bumper" hitch vs the "in-bumper" hitch. I don't know for sure. However, I do know the under the bumper hitch can be mounted to any year LX/LC100.
If towing 6500lbs, you'll want to address both standard and AHC suspension anyway... with supplementary rear airbags at least. I don't see any other differences between the two vehicles that would effect towing ability except the LX weighs a bit more.
If towing 6500lbs, you'll want to address both standard and AHC suspension anyway... with supplementary rear airbags at least. I don't see any other differences between the two vehicles that would effect towing ability except the LX weighs a bit more.