Jbordinhao
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why is towing capacity so much different then R1T? Is it due to the extra weight of the vehicle compared? Really wanted to go SUV route, but I need more towing capacity.
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Lol @ your possibly unintended pun about towing capacity, "weigh your options".Sounds like the R1T would be better for your needs based on current specs, but you have to worry about range while towing something that heavy. The effects of range and towing has been discussed numerous times, so depending on the frequency and distance your planning on traveling, you need to weigh your options.
Glad someone caught it.Lol @ your possibly unintended pun about towing capacity, "weigh your options".
nice pun. ?you need to weigh your options.
Piece of cake.Anyone have thoughts on how capable the R1S will be? I'd imagine the 4 motor traction control will help significantly. Risky to try it...should I just rent a truck for the 2 times/yr i need it? Thoughts? #boatrampfails
Keep in mind that the curb weight of the R1s is believed to be ~5800-5900lbs. That's a similar curb weight to the lighter trims of an F250 and a little heavier than the heaviest trim of Tundra.Think I found the right thread here... Questions on towing boats, more specifically about launching in/out of boat ramps. Following the "Qualified Captain" on Insta gives me nightmares about launching or hauling my 4,500 lbs dry weight 23ft Center Console. I heard a V8 Tundra can struggle compared to a Ford F-250 (or similar 3/4 ton heavy duty truck). In part, due to the weight (light weight in the case of the Tundra) of the vehicle itself. So while the R1S is rated for 7K lbs (which is great) and seeing all the testing with big heavy trailers in the dessert heat (also awesome)...how about Rivian shows us hauling a boat up a boat ramp? Anyone have thoughts on how capable the R1S will be? I'd imagine the 4 motor traction control will help significantly. Risky to try it...should I just rent a truck for the 2 times/yr i need it? Thoughts? #boatrampfails
Ha, thanks. My Chevy Truck buddy tried scaring me out of towing with it. I assumed, or am guessing, it'll be a solid machine to tow 6K lbs up a ramp. Thanks!Piece of cake.
I am sure you would have no issues pulling the boat up the ramp. The motors are the same between the R1T and R1S so the weight would not be an issue. My guess for the different tow rating is the shorter wheelbase on the R1S compared to the R1T would probably be more susceptible to a jackknife under heavier loads if the trailer tried to push the rig.Ha, thanks. My Chevy Truck buddy tried scaring me out of towing with it. I assumed, or am guessing, it'll be a solid machine to tow 6K lbs up a ramp. Thanks!
You'll be fine. The clowns that struggle pulling boats out are usually in 2 wheel drive with wet back tires on a shitty lift kit.Following the "Qualified Captain" on Insta gives me nightmares about launching or hauling my 4,500 lbs dry weight 23ft Center Console.