LC 70 Cab Chassis Towing capacity
Submitted: Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 18:45
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Member -Dodger
Can anyone tell me the Gross Combined mass of the LC70 cab chassis.
Reply By: Roachie.kadina.sa.au - Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:30
Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:30
Google provided this answer:
http://www.toyota.com.au/landcruiser-70-series/specifications/single-cab-chassis-workmate
Although the GCM isn't specifically mentioned, it is a case of working within the parameters of the specifications shown.
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Follow Up By: Roachie.kadina.sa.au - Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:35
Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:35
On the surface it would appear that your GCM could be as high as 6,800kg. However, in practice, it would be highly unlikely that you would ever reach that figure.
To start with you need to factor-in the down-weight on the towball as part of the LC's GVM. There could also be considerations with regard to axle loadings....IE: even though the LC might tip the scales @ 3,300kg, the authorities could still get their panties in a twist if there is too much weight over the rear axle as opposed to the front axle.
It's a very
grey area and easy to fall foul of the stupid laws.
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Follow Up By: The Landy - Tuesday, Jun 23, 2015 at 07:46
Tuesday, Jun 23, 2015 at 07:46
Hey Roachie
I trust you are
well.
You are correct in terms of consideration to the axle loadings, and I spent some time on this issue when upgrading the GVM on
mine.
The rear axle is 2,300kg and front is 1,480kg. The limiting factor for my GVM is the rear axle weight limitation, so whilst it has been upgraded it isn’t necessarily possible to use the full amount of the upgrade for this reason.
As is the case with many cab Ute, the front axle weight limitation can present problems. Two people in the front
seat, winch and bar will usually put you close to, if not over the front axle weight.
Cheers, Baz
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Follow Up By: Member -Dodger - Tuesday, Jun 23, 2015 at 16:16
Tuesday, Jun 23, 2015 at 16:16
Thanks Roachie,
I was aware of the axle limitations and also of the towball loading.
My reason for asking as nowhere on the Toyota site is the Gross combined weight mentioned when towing.
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Reply By: Dennis Ellery - Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:42
Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:42
I have the Troopy which is about 6500kg – I think the ute is about 6800kg
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Reply By: Member - MARIC - Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:47
Monday, Jun 22, 2015 at 19:47
is that dual cab or single cab chassis?
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Reply By: Colcam42 - Wednesday, Jun 24, 2015 at 11:43
Wednesday, Jun 24, 2015 at 11:43
Hi Dodg, I may have published this before, I have an email from Toyota that confirmed that GCM is the sum of GVM plus Tow Capacity as specified in the owners manual, eg 3300kg plus 3500kg. Therefore GCM=6800kg for the single cab 79 series. Assume same formula for dual cab and/or wagon.
I have subsequently had the OME GVM
suspension upgrade, certified to the combined axle capacities of 3700kg. However, the engineers certificate clearly states that the GCM stays "as is". The engineering process can only certify the GVM up to the axle capacities.
My rego certificate lists GCM at 6800kg.
When loaded to the maximum GVM, even a small trailer has to have brakes and an additional compliance plate on the towbar stipulates this. I infer that at 3700kg GVM, I can only tow up to 3100kg GTM, (towbar weight included in the GVM).
Hope this helps too, cheers,
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