[Mudrunner]

Hey guys,

I just found an outline of the upcoming models towing capacity and max payload. It also indicates which models will be available in 2 door and 4 door. Sad to say it doesn't look like the diesel version will come in 2 door.


Model | Weight | Towing Capacity | Max Payload

2-door JL Wrangler Sport (2.0L): 3797 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1075 lbs
2-door JL Wrangler Sahara (2.0L): 3880 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1045 lbs
2-door JL Wrangler Rubicon (2.0L): 4085 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1040 lbs
2-door JL Wrangler Sport (3.6L): 3797 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1075 lbs
2-door JL Wrangler Sahara (3.6L): 3880 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1045 lbs
2-door JL Wrangler Rubicon (3.6L): 4085 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1040 lbs

4-door JLU Wrangler Sport (2.0L): 4015 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1310 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Sahara (2.0L): 4135 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1265 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Rubicon (2.0L): 4300 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1235 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Sport (3.6L): 4015 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1310 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Sahara (3.6L): 4135 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1265 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Rubicon (3.6L): 4390 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1235 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Sport (3.0L diesel): 4395 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1280 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Sahara (3.0L diesel): 4590 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1160 lbs
4-door JLU Wrangler Rubicon (3.0L diesel): 4620 lbs | 3500 lbs | 1180 lbs

JT Scrambler Pickup Base (3.6L): 4576 lbs | 6500 lbs | 1400 lbs
JT Scrambler Pickups Premium (3.6L): 4576 lbs | 6500 lbs | 1400 lbs
JT Scrambler Pickup Base (3.0L Diesel): 5100 lbs | 6500 lbs | 1400 lbs
JT Scrambler Pickup Premium (3.0L Diesel): 5200 lbs | 6500 lbs | 1100 lbs

 

[Gina]

Isn't payload how much weight a car can carry in both passenger and cargo? Assuming each person weights around 150 pounds and you have a full car, what's left doesn't seem enough.

 

[Mudrunner]

Isn't payload how much weight a car can carry in both passenger and cargo? Assuming each person weights around 150 pounds and you have a full car, what's left doesn't seem enough.

Yeah that's exactly what the payload limit represents. And I mean an average of 1200 pounds isn't really that limited. There isn't much storage space in a wrangler to begin with. Typically those who use their vehicle to haul, opt for pickups which typically offer 2,000+

 

[gladiator]

Not bad numbers but when it comes to what I need the JL for, this exceeds my need by a bit. I have heavy duty towing needs but for that I often just borrow my friends truck or rent one from U-Haul.

 

[Mudrunner]

Not bad numbers but when it comes to what I need the JL for, this exceeds my need by a bit. I have heavy duty towing needs but for that I often just borrow my friends truck or rent one from U-Haul.

Yeah I believe these numbers exceed what daily drivers would need. I think those looking for something with greater towing/storage will opt for the new scrambler that's coming. Does anyone know if towing capacity can be increased with aftermarket mods? I know typically a payload limit is predefined and cannot be exceeded.

 

[kkuntz01]

Does anyone know if towing capacity can be increased with aftermarket mods? I know typically a payload limit is predefined and cannot be exceeded.

You can’t legally increase the tow capacity to more than what the manufacturer specification is.

 

[JeepFan]

Yeah I believe these numbers exceed what daily drivers would need. I think those looking for something with greater towing/storage will opt for the new scrambler that's coming. Does anyone know if towing capacity can be increased with aftermarket mods? I know typically a payload limit is predefined and cannot be exceeded.

Different classes of hitches allow you to play with weight limits a bit so if you want the most then for example, Class III might be best.