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Tampa Bay is fishing country. While fishing along the coast from a dock can be a lot of fun, there’s nothing quite like going out in the open water to catch a serious grouper. To tow your boat to the dock, you’re going to need a vehicle that's capable of towing it. Here's our guide to choosing the right SUV or truck to tow your fishing boat.
Tips for Choosing the Right Vehicle
The most important factor in choosing a vehicle for towing a boat is how much your boat weighs. If you have a small rowboat with an outboard motor, your whole setup won't weigh much more than 300 pounds. You may even choose a pickup truck that you can place your boat into, rather than select a vehicle for its towing strength.
Remember you shouldn’t try to attach a trailer hitch to your commuter vehicle. Trying to tow something with a vehicle that's not made for towing can overstrain the engine or cause suspension damage.
If you have a larger power boat, it may weight anywhere from a 1000 to 10,000 pounds requiring you to have anything from a hearty SUV to a heavy duty pickup truck. Be sure to also keep in mind other factors that may drive up the weight of your boat like a full tank of gas, the trailer for your boat, and any snacks and brews you plan on bringing.
Which Vehicle Fits Your Towing Needs?
At Cox Chevrolet in Bradenton, Florida, we carry a wide variety of SUVs and trucks capable of towing your fishing boat. Here’s a look at some of the models that may suit your needs:
- 2015 Chevrolet Colorado: This all-new midsize truck tows up to 7,000 pounds.
- 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500: The light-duty trucks can tow anywhere between 7600 and 12,000 pounds. We also have heavy duty trucks that can handle close to 30,000 pounds.
- 2015 Chevrolet Suburban: The full-size Suburban has a standard V8 that can tow up to 8300 pounds
- 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe: Similar to the Suburban, these SUVs tows up to 8600 pounds