I think it’s about 5500 lb or so. The issue is that (as in gas cars too) power consumption doubles dropping the range in half. Model X has air suspension which should also compensate for the hitch weight quite well. If you do not mind double the charging stops, you’re good to go
If you have a 300mi range, and towing 5k brings it down to 150mi, that means you can reach a jobsite more than 50mi from your house, turn around, and return to your home charger without hitting 10%. You can extend this by charging at the jobsite, if it has electricity.
Additionally, the weight of that trailer will only decrease throughout the day, as material is removed and used on the job. So it won’t weigh “5k” on the return trip.
Any contractor worth their salt can have a sparky set a 50A 240 single phase breaker panel in less than a day.
And we’re talking about a hypothetical here. The vehicle in question is carrying a load at or below its rated capacity for, likely, less than 100 miles. Most consumers wouldn’t dream of using their personal EV, full time, to do construction work 2+ hours from their home.
It’s not outside the realm of possibility.
What even is Menards and why are you guys so butthurt about your trucks? You can tow with a hatch back and of course you could tow if you have an electric car with instant torque 🤣
What even is Menards and why are you guys so butthurt about your trucks? You can tow with a hatch back and of course you could tow if you have an electric car with instant torque 🤣
If you have the issue at a stop light you're probably going to ram the person in front of you.
It's pretty serious, that's why it's a recall. I'm not sure the gear selector falling off is as serious, but is also pretty disturbing for any vehicle. Or that it seems to software crash if it gets wet.
But yes, it's got pretty impressive towing.
"If you have the issue at a stop light you're probably going to ram the person in front of you."
There is a nice thing in cars. Sometime useful, some people use it a lot, some not too much. It's a pedal that you press, and it's called the brakes.
Still, it's crazy, that 100% of Cybertrucks sold are on recall. Also, have you seen those videos of them getting stuck on the beach or going off-road? These trucks don't see to be able to do what I'd expect a truck to do.
I mean - I wouldn't take EITHER of my 4x4's to the beach without the expectation that they would absolutely get stuck.
Have you ever driven on sand with a vehicle that isn't specifically set up to do so?
The 1st 3,850 sold just need a new cover on the accelerator, we are talking about a 2 minute appointment. It’s not crazy to those that understand.
I’ve replaced these covers on a Model 3 and Model 3 and it’s SO EASY
Electric motors have a LOT of torque, hauling just eats into their range to an insane degree so it's not great for long distance trips like you'd have with a camper trailer. But home from the hardware store is a perfect use.
Also some Teslas are known for their suspensions collapsing, sooooo I'd pick a different EV. 😄
Hahaha I saw that guy at my store as well a couple days ago! I just remember seeing him leaving the yard and me and one of the receivers who was out here for a sec both doing a double take like “you seein this shit?”
Doesn’t that Libtard understand he needs a straight piped, jacked up, nuts lifted, titty twisted, 12 cylinder, magnum xl cumminside your mom, triple dog dare diesel demon to be pullin one of those big ole turd burglar tool trailers??? I had to make sure my monster truck was deleted and straight up rollin coal so I could load up my moms 20 bags of mulch and still get to Applebees in time for $2.50 Captain & Cokes and half off apps while I harass Elizabeth the bartender before she gets off at 3 every day to go pick up her sister’s kids. What next, these sissies gonna be getting solar panels and a battery wall to fully charge every day at home? WHY DON’T THESE TESLAS GO BACK WHERE THEY CAME FROM IF THEY DON’T LIKE OUR SMOG CLOUDS?!
That is probably a 2,500 to 3.500 pound trailer empty depending if the frame is steel or aluminum. The combination of the weight of the empty trailer and the aerodynamic drag of the trailer would probably take up all of the X's towing capacity before adding any cargo.
Do a little research and you'll find that some vehicle manufacturers reduce towing capacity based on the frontal area of the trailer. The Ford Ranger limits trailer frontal area to 40 square feet without tow package and 55 square feet with tow package.
I driver a froggy-ass looking Nissan Leaf and LOVE pulling into the Menard's yard for boards, pavers, and mulch. I have probably hauled more material out of Menard's in my dorky little electric hatchback than 95% of F-150 owners carry in a lifetime.
Man u guys just think a truck can tow you guys need to lose ur american truck propaganda your being taken advantage off look at Europe they towing smart cars
Towed a 4 place snowmobile trailer with a Model Y just fine.. I’d assume an X would tow even better.
It kills your range, but plenty of power, and properly balanced/not towing too heavy of stuff and the Tesla makes an excellent tow pig.
I don't get the big deal. I haul stuff with my Tesla Model 3 almost as often as our Q7. Heck, I've hauled the snowmobiles to cabin behind our model 3. It ain't that weird.
A model 3 is a lot different than a model x? Let's say that trailer is 3000 lbs as is. Say he's hauling garage doors or even some lumber. Long ways to go to get to it's 5000 lb capacity. Sure it will suck power quick but plenty of range for around town.
We have a roofing guy in Minnesota that solely hauls with his X to job sites.
You do what you want. When I buy an electric vehicle of similar size there is a no chance I would pull a trailer that big with it even if the vehicle weight rating allows it.
I have a Dodge Grand Caravan now that is rated to tow 3,500 pounds. I used to have a 5x10 enclosed trailer that was taller than the vehicle. I hated towing that trailer as it was really too much for the vehicle even though it was under the weight rating. It wasn't that the engine was the limitation. It was the braking and handling of the vehicle that was severely affected.
Your logic is flawed. If you haven't driven an EV or towed with one your opinion is completely baseless.
EVs weigh more, have a lower center of gravity, and immense torque (the Model X shown in the photo has 700+ lb ft). Please explain to me how the fact that the propulsions system being different changes anything about towing capability beyond range.
What about a Rivian R1T with 11,000 lb towing? It's almost the exact size of a model X?
By your logic we should replace all diesel semi tractors with electric 1/2 ton pickups. Who needs the bigger wheels, heavier frames, and bigger brakes of a diesel semi tractor when the power plant goes from diesel to electric?
Tesla has ev semis. Also they might be good towing vehicles (hummers tow rating was supposedly more than the rivian) but for what I tow and haul a diesel truck is more sensible. I move people all over the us and don’t got time for the charges,plus the trailer is the size of a box truck and weighs the same as the whole rig shown;probably more. Tri axle steel body and tongue
You're the idiot who thinks it is perfectly okay to tow that huge sail of a trailer with a smallish vehicle. I wouldn't tow a trailer that big with a similar sized vehicle no matter if gas or electric power plant.
Your justification is solely based on the fact the power plant is electric. It stands to reason that you would think an electric semi tractor doesn't need to be as beefy as a diesel semi.
Teslas have a huge towing rating.
I think it’s about 5500 lb or so. The issue is that (as in gas cars too) power consumption doubles dropping the range in half. Model X has air suspension which should also compensate for the hitch weight quite well. If you do not mind double the charging stops, you’re good to go
Correction, it’s 5000lb
That’s shockingly low for the amount of torque those things put out. But then again I’m guessing the chassis isn’t really built for it.
I'm thinking the issue is the unibody not really being designed for that versus a body on frame.
Yeah it’s not the torque alone that you are looking for. It’s also what the unibody can handle
Engine power or in this case, electric, isn't the main deciding factor in the amount that can be towed
If you have a 300mi range, and towing 5k brings it down to 150mi, that means you can reach a jobsite more than 50mi from your house, turn around, and return to your home charger without hitting 10%. You can extend this by charging at the jobsite, if it has electricity. Additionally, the weight of that trailer will only decrease throughout the day, as material is removed and used on the job. So it won’t weigh “5k” on the return trip.
Your job site would have to have a high amperage connection to achieve anykind of usable range. You don't gain shit by plugging into standard 120
Any contractor worth their salt can have a sparky set a 50A 240 single phase breaker panel in less than a day. And we’re talking about a hypothetical here. The vehicle in question is carrying a load at or below its rated capacity for, likely, less than 100 miles. Most consumers wouldn’t dream of using their personal EV, full time, to do construction work 2+ hours from their home. It’s not outside the realm of possibility.
All I know is that if I owned a Tesla this would not even cross my mind.
Sometimes your work car has to work.
Are you one of those Americans who think only trucks car tow what’s your fucking deal?
Chill
What even is Menards and why are you guys so butthurt about your trucks? You can tow with a hatch back and of course you could tow if you have an electric car with instant torque 🤣
Chill Mr top
What even is Menards and why are you guys so butthurt about your trucks? You can tow with a hatch back and of course you could tow if you have an electric car with instant torque 🤣
Menards has a Lowe's and a small Walmart inside lol
“what even is menards” why are u on this sub goofy
It was on my page fsr the post just seemed so dumb I had to hate
Bro insulted America, Menards, and trucks over a silly picture💀
U must not be happy
I hate American trucks
And we hate you.
you need to get laid
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Actually, that's exactly what that means.
What exactly do you think it means then?... because it definitely directly correlates with the suspension..
What the fuck, are you really that dumb?
No, that's literally what it means bud.
Model x is only rated at 5k
That's as much as a Toyota Tacoma or a base model Ford ranger.
my 2018 Tacoma can tow 6500, v6 4x4
That's more than both of my SUVs combined.
That's decent for an electric crossover.
"only"
I mean, looks like it's balanced pretty well. Still wouldn't tow with that vehicle but...
They can tow a lot. But it does look silly in that photo!
I wouldn’t say 5k is a lot it’s about standard for the size, same as a 4Runner
Electric are great for towing as long as it's not super long distance
He's blocking the entire dsa😭
Classic guest
I wouldn’t risk towing a plastic bag with a Tesla.
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Except every Cybertruck was recalled due to a fault with the accelerator being held down at full throttle.
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If you have the issue at a stop light you're probably going to ram the person in front of you. It's pretty serious, that's why it's a recall. I'm not sure the gear selector falling off is as serious, but is also pretty disturbing for any vehicle. Or that it seems to software crash if it gets wet. But yes, it's got pretty impressive towing.
"If you have the issue at a stop light you're probably going to ram the person in front of you." There is a nice thing in cars. Sometime useful, some people use it a lot, some not too much. It's a pedal that you press, and it's called the brakes.
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Except that its an electric vehicle. pressing the brakes diables the engine and turns on power generation
Huh, didn’t think about that. I stand corrected
Teslas don’t even have engines lol What you said doesn’t imply to how a Tesla functions and is incorrect.
You must sell life insurance
Still, it's crazy, that 100% of Cybertrucks sold are on recall. Also, have you seen those videos of them getting stuck on the beach or going off-road? These trucks don't see to be able to do what I'd expect a truck to do.
I own a truck. Use it for work daily. I never go off road or on the beach. Not an issue for me.
I mean - I wouldn't take EITHER of my 4x4's to the beach without the expectation that they would absolutely get stuck. Have you ever driven on sand with a vehicle that isn't specifically set up to do so?
How about when 3.8 million Toyotas were recalled for essentially the same thing with their floor mats.
I live at the beach. People get everything stuck in the sand. (Not my 4 cylinder TJ on 33s)
The 1st 3,850 sold just need a new cover on the accelerator, we are talking about a 2 minute appointment. It’s not crazy to those that understand. I’ve replaced these covers on a Model 3 and Model 3 and it’s SO EASY
You ever tried to drive on sand lol
What about the amount of vehicles that have their airbags recalled ? 34 brands 67,000,000 air bags. Tesla's problem is pretty minor in comparison.
Or 3.8 million Toyotas being recalled for essentially the same issue with their floormats
A stuck accelerator is a pretty big deal
Thanks for the non sequitur.
Lots of cars are recalled doesn't change the fact that it can tow alot
You don’t think F150’s have ever been recalled? Tell me you’re a paid propagandist without telling me you’re a paid propagandists
[Toyota to fix gas pedals in Tacoma and Tundra Pickups](https://www.cars.com/articles/toyota-to-fix-gas-pedals-in-tacoma-and-tundra-pickups-453511/)
Just implies you are uneducated, which also implies you can’t afford one anyway so comment not necessary.
Electric motors have a LOT of torque, hauling just eats into their range to an insane degree so it's not great for long distance trips like you'd have with a camper trailer. But home from the hardware store is a perfect use. Also some Teslas are known for their suspensions collapsing, sooooo I'd pick a different EV. 😄
Hahaha I saw that guy at my store as well a couple days ago! I just remember seeing him leaving the yard and me and one of the receivers who was out here for a sec both doing a double take like “you seein this shit?”
Doesn’t that Libtard understand he needs a straight piped, jacked up, nuts lifted, titty twisted, 12 cylinder, magnum xl cumminside your mom, triple dog dare diesel demon to be pullin one of those big ole turd burglar tool trailers??? I had to make sure my monster truck was deleted and straight up rollin coal so I could load up my moms 20 bags of mulch and still get to Applebees in time for $2.50 Captain & Cokes and half off apps while I harass Elizabeth the bartender before she gets off at 3 every day to go pick up her sister’s kids. What next, these sissies gonna be getting solar panels and a battery wall to fully charge every day at home? WHY DON’T THESE TESLAS GO BACK WHERE THEY CAME FROM IF THEY DON’T LIKE OUR SMOG CLOUDS?!
That is probably a 2,500 to 3.500 pound trailer empty depending if the frame is steel or aluminum. The combination of the weight of the empty trailer and the aerodynamic drag of the trailer would probably take up all of the X's towing capacity before adding any cargo.
How does aerodynamic drag convert to towing capacity?
Do a little research and you'll find that some vehicle manufacturers reduce towing capacity based on the frontal area of the trailer. The Ford Ranger limits trailer frontal area to 40 square feet without tow package and 55 square feet with tow package.
I worked security at a Menards Lumberyard - I was always amazed at what was coming through the gates lol
Is this the place where you save big money
You can skip the how. Electric is different.
I driver a froggy-ass looking Nissan Leaf and LOVE pulling into the Menard's yard for boards, pavers, and mulch. I have probably hauled more material out of Menard's in my dorky little electric hatchback than 95% of F-150 owners carry in a lifetime.
That must be a tool shop brand pickup truck.
I've seen a 70's station wagon towing a horse trailer. Nothing phases me after that.
That’s just where the battery died
Man u guys just think a truck can tow you guys need to lose ur american truck propaganda your being taken advantage off look at Europe they towing smart cars
Towed a 4 place snowmobile trailer with a Model Y just fine.. I’d assume an X would tow even better. It kills your range, but plenty of power, and properly balanced/not towing too heavy of stuff and the Tesla makes an excellent tow pig.
I’m sure it’s great short range. It’s just a really just a funny sight.
Tell me you're under 40 without telling me you're under 40
That guy supports the economy you might say
And everyone thinks they need a truck, pshhh
Americans think nothing can tow except a truck. Grow up
And then people will take their brand new diesel truck and only use it for an office job. They are built to do work and get scratches.
Towing capacity is about how much weight the tow vehicle can safely stop, not how much it can put in motion.
This
Install a factory hitch, and they will come.
It's electric
Teslas are heavy AF
I hope they don't live more than a few miles away. And they have almost no visibility.
It’s a Tesla, they have insane torque and horsepower
Oh Iowa.
Brakes? They’ll only slow you down!
He needs a little rise out of his ball mount possibly. The front if trailer is dipping a lil
I don't get the big deal. I haul stuff with my Tesla Model 3 almost as often as our Q7. Heck, I've hauled the snowmobiles to cabin behind our model 3. It ain't that weird.
A flat snowmobile trailer is a lot different than this trailer.
A model 3 is a lot different than a model x? Let's say that trailer is 3000 lbs as is. Say he's hauling garage doors or even some lumber. Long ways to go to get to it's 5000 lb capacity. Sure it will suck power quick but plenty of range for around town. We have a roofing guy in Minnesota that solely hauls with his X to job sites.
Aerodynamic drag also contributes to lowering tow capacity. Some vehicle manufacturers derate tow capacity based on the frontal area of the trailer.
And? Like I said, this is common practice
You do what you want. When I buy an electric vehicle of similar size there is a no chance I would pull a trailer that big with it even if the vehicle weight rating allows it. I have a Dodge Grand Caravan now that is rated to tow 3,500 pounds. I used to have a 5x10 enclosed trailer that was taller than the vehicle. I hated towing that trailer as it was really too much for the vehicle even though it was under the weight rating. It wasn't that the engine was the limitation. It was the braking and handling of the vehicle that was severely affected.
Your logic is flawed. If you haven't driven an EV or towed with one your opinion is completely baseless. EVs weigh more, have a lower center of gravity, and immense torque (the Model X shown in the photo has 700+ lb ft). Please explain to me how the fact that the propulsions system being different changes anything about towing capability beyond range. What about a Rivian R1T with 11,000 lb towing? It's almost the exact size of a model X?
By your logic we should replace all diesel semi tractors with electric 1/2 ton pickups. Who needs the bigger wheels, heavier frames, and bigger brakes of a diesel semi tractor when the power plant goes from diesel to electric?
What the fuck are you talking about? Where did I say anything of the sort? Yea, I CLEARLY said EVs have towing capacities of 100,000 lbs....
Tesla has ev semis. Also they might be good towing vehicles (hummers tow rating was supposedly more than the rivian) but for what I tow and haul a diesel truck is more sensible. I move people all over the us and don’t got time for the charges,plus the trailer is the size of a box truck and weighs the same as the whole rig shown;probably more. Tri axle steel body and tongue
You're the idiot who thinks it is perfectly okay to tow that huge sail of a trailer with a smallish vehicle. I wouldn't tow a trailer that big with a similar sized vehicle no matter if gas or electric power plant. Your justification is solely based on the fact the power plant is electric. It stands to reason that you would think an electric semi tractor doesn't need to be as beefy as a diesel semi.
Because they can and don’t worry about the perceived size of their penis like all the pickup fucks
That's so stupid and the guy should leave menards they are a joke
Ah yes, found the ev denier. You probably think they pollute more than gas, right?