Jeep Wrangler Towing Capacity
Jeep Towing Capacity: How Much Can a Jeep Wrangler Tow?
The Jeep Wrangler. You know it, you love it. The Jeep Wrangler can take you anywhere you want to go; but many people are still left wondering what the Jeep Wrangler tow capacity is. For some perspective, the original "Go-Devil" Willys Jeep from WWII had a payload capacity of 800lbs and a max tow rating of 1500lbs. While these numbers are small by today's standards, it gives us a healthy perspective about the gear we can bring with us when any Jeep from WWII was seen lugging around mobile stretchers, artillery, and external troop transporters. Over the years, the Jeep Wrangler has made huge strides in gearing, power, and final-drive durability, and the current Jeep Wrangler can tow up to 3500lbs. You'll find that in earlier models, like the 2015 Jeep Wrangler, towing capacity is rated to 2000lbs. Fortunately, the Jeep Wrangler tow package outfits your Jeep Wrangler for the demands this puts on the vehicle. This kit includes:
- A Genuine Class IV Jeep Wrangler Hitch
- A Genuine Jeep Full-Size Spare
- An Enhanced Cooling System
- A Genuine Jeep Wiring Harness
- A Genuine Jeep Heavy-Duty 180A Alternator
If you're wondering what 3500lbs looks like, just about any off-road adventure trailer which typically holds a fold-out tent, storage, cooking, recovery, and shower supplies, weighs anywhere from 1200-2600lbs.
Can I Tow More Than My Towing Capacity?
Now, now. We've all been there. We've all seen some things we shouldn't have. We all know the answer to that question without even having to dive into details. That said, DON'T DO IT! Yes, there may be emergencies on the trail when you need to pull one of your buddies out of a sticky situation. And yeah, for a few short moments, you are tugging the full weight of another vehicle. But typically only as far as a few inches, to several feet. And no more.
When you consider the physics behind this for extended periods of time, you are putting every major system in your Jeep, even the mighty Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, in total jeopardy. Not to mention your safety and the safety of others. Your brakes will fail. Your transmission will fail. Your frame can break. Your axles can snap. Your engine can grenade. Your steering system can come apart. If you've been to a Jeep Jamboree, then you've definitely heard a trail leader talk about vehicle preservation. You don't do things that will compromise your truck. You need to get through the trail. You need to get home from the trail. And you need to do it safely.
Where Can I Find Genuine Jeep Towing Packages?
Great question! No matter where you are, your authorized Jeep retail center can help you out. It's often a simple matter of giving your VIN to the person in the parts department at your local Jeep center. They can quickly determine what equipment your Jeep Wrangler has and what it needs to get the job done. Most Jeep service centers, like ours at Bice Motors, are set up for these scenarios. So whether you need suspension upgrades, tow packages, pre-trail inspections, post-trail inspections, or any other kind of upgrade and service for your Jeep Wrangler, they know your vehicle best. We hope you've enjoyed this article and found it helpful. No matter where you are in this great country of ours, here's a friendly Jeep Wave to 'ya from Bice Motors!
Jeep Towing Capacity Chart |
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| Year | Jeep Wrangler | Jeep Wrangler Unlimited |
| 2016-2020 | 3,500 pounds | 3,500 pounds |
| 2015 | 2,000 pounds | 3,500 pounds |
| 2014 | 2,000 pounds | 3,500 pounds |