Thread: 3.5 Tonne Towing 4x4

Originally Posted by Tentman

My Safari is still giving good service in my Fencing business (and hunting but don't tell IRD), but now I need to tow 3.5 tonnes (legally, Safari does it but in theory is limited to 2.5) - so I'm looking.

I'm aware of a few of the options (Ranger, BT-50 and D-Max) but what else is there and how capable are they off-road relative to others. I've been a lot underwhelmed by the Rangers I've sat in on rough/steep/slippery stuff, they seem to run out of suspension travel pretty quick (or is something else going on??).

My only other requirement besides the 3.5 towing is 33" tires.

You already have it. The Safari was rated to 4.5T towing capacity but I only opted for 3.5T for my towbar.