Best Trucks for Maximum Towing Capacity

We're living in the age of the luxury pickup. Today's trucks, both big and small, are more luxurious, more comfortable, and feature more gizmos and cutting-edge technology than ever before. Yet none of that matters when there's a tough job that needs doing.

Towing capacity has always been a major part of a pickup's appeal. It's like top speed for supercar fans. The bigger the number, the better the bragging rights. Yet a hefty towing capacity isn't there simply to boost the ego of the pickup owner or the truck's manufacturer, it serves as a snapshot of the truck's engineering and capability.

Here's our list of new pickups with the highest towing capacity. They're ordered by towing capacity, beginning with the lowest and moving upward to the highest. We've highlighted the maximum conventional towing ratings here, but also mention gooseneck or fifth-wheel ratings when appropriate.