If you need a truck that can confidently tow up to 15,000 pounds, your best options lie within the three-quarter ton (250/2500) class of heavy-duty trucks.
Top Models
• Ford F-250 Super Duty (7.3L V8 or 6.7L Power Stroke Diesel)
Max Towing – Up to 20,000 lbs (gooseneck)
• Ram 2500 (6.4L HEMI or 6.7L Cummins Diesel)
Max Towing – 15,000-19,980 lbs depending on configuration
• Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD (6.6L V8 or Duramax Diesel)
Max Towing – 14,500–18,500 lbs
• GMC Sierra 2500HD
Nearly identical specs to the Silverado 2500HD
These trucks are designed for hauling heavy trailers, construction equipment, or large RVs, and all come with integrated trailer brake controllers and tow-assist technologies.