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.

I used to have a handle on life, but it broke.

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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.

Roachie

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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.