TOYOTA PRADO Test Towing KEDRON® Caravan (Custom built 17' x 7ft - 2535kg Tare)

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GALL BOYS

GALL BOYS

6 жыл бұрын

With the new model Prado release, had the opportunity to hitch up a custom made 17ft int' van narrowed to 7ft wide with a tare of 2535kgs to pack some gear in & tow both on & off-road close to the new 3t braked tow-capacity of the turbo diesel auto.
Towing to the shoot with the LC76, over 4 days had the opportunity to swap the van on to the back of the Prado and compare the towing capability and characteristics at close to it's limit for testing purposes in comparison to the 70 Land Cruiser.
Had quite the lightning show with a storm that rolled over that's for sure!
Cheers, and safe travels!
Glen & All the Gall Family!
web - www.thegallboys.com.au
music - Matt & Lauren James www.tribalgroove.com.au
'Gall Boys'® & 'KEDRON'® are Registered Trademarks of Kedron Caravans Pty Ltd

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@vinu_s
@vinu_s 5 жыл бұрын
That is a brutal test for this SUV.
@GrandadBaz
@GrandadBaz 6 жыл бұрын
Great lighting effects on the intro. Very impressive for a bog standard vehicle to perform like that in the rough. Thanks for sharing.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Was a fantastic lightning display there with the storm for sure mate!!! And thanks for the note, sure was, & appreciate taking the time to post!
@browneye1968
@browneye1968 5 жыл бұрын
The lightning effect looked bad-ass. Nice
@AndreyMinsk
@AndreyMinsk 6 жыл бұрын
Super video & super truck & mega super caravan!!!
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that Andrey! Appreciate that mate!!!
@javieryzf
@javieryzf 5 жыл бұрын
From the other side of the world.. Argentine, this vehicle is just amazing, and very well filmed too! Keep having fun!
@Deepblackice
@Deepblackice 6 жыл бұрын
3T towing capacity is going to make everyone really happy
@Deepblackice
@Deepblackice 3 жыл бұрын
@Lucca Alvaro yeah it aint working for me
@Ricardo-gv1zq
@Ricardo-gv1zq 6 жыл бұрын
Sweet lightning
@johnboss3562
@johnboss3562 6 жыл бұрын
Great video, thanks.
@noodlesflawed4800
@noodlesflawed4800 6 жыл бұрын
Another awesome vid well done!
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much Noodles!!!! :)
@robbusa69
@robbusa69 6 жыл бұрын
Besides the fact I'm interested in this vehicle, great bit of film - excellent work :)
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much Rob!!! Was a great trip thats one, and to have the storm roll through that afternoon certainly made it memorable indeed!!! Thanks again mate! Regards, Glen
@jasoncarpp7742
@jasoncarpp7742 6 жыл бұрын
G'day mate. I love the intro, with the thunder and lightening! Great way to introduce the video! Sweet looking Prado. :)
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Jason!! Thanks for that mate, and hope things are keeping well! The storm that passed over one afternoon while filming was a sight to see that's for sure, and captured some incredible pics! Will have to post another vid on the storm itself and shots too! Thanks again mate! Have a good one! Cheers, Glen
@jasoncarpp7742
@jasoncarpp7742 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Awesome videos! Keep up the good work. Cheers! :)
@TheAnushir
@TheAnushir 6 жыл бұрын
That Fabulous intro!!!!!!!!
@tomkelly8427
@tomkelly8427 6 жыл бұрын
iv had landcruser since 2005 from new and never a minute s trouble with it . best built car in the world. by far.
@rodwilson2114
@rodwilson2114 4 жыл бұрын
this really is a fantastic country, nice review too guys
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Rod, sure is, and that's very kind mate, appreciate it! Kind regards, Glen
@308_Negra_Arroyo_Lane
@308_Negra_Arroyo_Lane 6 жыл бұрын
That is one huge trailer.
@scoleman1271
@scoleman1271 6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!! 👌
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much Shanon! :)
@__d_k__5300
@__d_k__5300 6 жыл бұрын
Nice package with the van you blokes should be on the next toyota add I enjoy watching and it doesn't feel like your trying to sell it. Nice work.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that Steve!!! Appreciate the note & kind words mate!!1 Regards, Glen
@62Deepblue
@62Deepblue 2 жыл бұрын
Video as good as the Prado. Love the intro!!
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 2 жыл бұрын
Very kind of you mate!!! Appreciate that Adam and thanks for taking the time to leave a note! Thanks again! Glen ☺️
@DASHOffRoad
@DASHOffRoad 6 жыл бұрын
Great video! Man I wish for lighting the next time I film my truck in the outback. Like.
@bluecent
@bluecent 3 жыл бұрын
You’re recent stuff (Jan 2021) has been brilliant Dave
@PradoKakadu
@PradoKakadu 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks 4 the awesome video love the intro & review alot 2. I'm pickn up exact same demo gxl prado with leather upgrade next week can't wait to take it for a trip to explore W.A for the first time since moving from Sydney in 2017.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 4 жыл бұрын
Cheers mate, appreciate the note & kind words!!! Hope you enjoy your travels with the new Prado! WA is certainly a beautiful state to explore over there! Thanks again and kind regards, Glen
@PradoKakadu
@PradoKakadu 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Glen had same model Prado with leather upgrade you showcased since August & absolutely love it. Our friends were so impressed with our gxl & the crystal pearl paint they bought a kakadu!
@73repa
@73repa 4 жыл бұрын
Impressive
@error404blah
@error404blah 6 жыл бұрын
To everyone who says the Prado doesn't have enough power, watch this and shut up. Torque is king.
@buffsamuraifred6037
@buffsamuraifred6037 6 жыл бұрын
sucksqueezebangblow lmaoooooo they are usually ppl comparing it to grand Cherokee track hawk
@Visbalalam
@Visbalalam 6 жыл бұрын
Towing on highway isn't that great as it can't maintain speed when the gradient increases. Off-road towing is perfectly fine however.
@SuperMan-em7nh
@SuperMan-em7nh 5 жыл бұрын
But who says that?
@bleakhollow4845
@bleakhollow4845 5 жыл бұрын
@@Visbalalam i own a 2010 one with the 5spd and towing wise on road ive never had an issue
@aulord80
@aulord80 3 жыл бұрын
Keep watching it you will convince yourself soon that your tow vehicle is good when it’s far from it
@luffymonkey492
@luffymonkey492 5 жыл бұрын
This is the best review and need to be done by 4x4 suv tow a 2 to 3 tons in an offroad lets see who is the best 4x4 than toyota landcruiser prado
@franklynvilla2614
@franklynvilla2614 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@debbiewilliams2700
@debbiewilliams2700 4 жыл бұрын
What year did the new towing weight come in? Excellent intro by the way...
@redbitter1232
@redbitter1232 6 жыл бұрын
good work glen. met you a while ago . at rosehill 4x4 camping show. top bloke. does the prado have the same DPF filter probs as the hilux.. thanks buddy.........
@mahergislam8484
@mahergislam8484 6 жыл бұрын
Very good boy
@PhillGStudios7
@PhillGStudios7 6 жыл бұрын
Nice Video! Love the Prado! just like to ask about the music, What's it called?
@GOONMOTORSPORT
@GOONMOTORSPORT 6 жыл бұрын
PRADO is the way to go !!!
@johnsaunders8315
@johnsaunders8315 6 жыл бұрын
Great vid again, Glen...but it needs Dave and Baz and a tidal mud flat...
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that John!!! And a good point mate!!! :)
@rxonmymind8362
@rxonmymind8362 5 жыл бұрын
Hello from USA. Just bought an 23' Airstream and wife wants a Toyota Land cruiser to tow it with. Ouch. She's not confident of the trucks from our big three. I sort of agree if your spending $80k on a vehicle might as well be a LC. Thanks for the video.
@bigramy8022
@bigramy8022 4 жыл бұрын
Did you use the rear diff lock during this test? Or only the center diff?
@eugenegrift3185
@eugenegrift3185 2 жыл бұрын
Hi where was the video shot? Very good video this will sell the car more than the information that’s on Toyotas website.
@ToddHendry
@ToddHendry 6 жыл бұрын
Love the vid. 👍👍. For me this vid has proven that the Prado will tow a horse float no worries. Do you know if the suspension has been upgraded for the towing capacity? I know the engine and transmission cooling has.
@jasoncarpp7742
@jasoncarpp7742 6 жыл бұрын
If only our travel trailers and motorhomes were built like this. Maybe not everyone will take their motorhome off road, but there are places here in the USA that have potholes and gravel that could cause damage to the caravan if it's not tested and built to withstand that kind of road. Cheers.
@rxonmymind8362
@rxonmymind8362 5 жыл бұрын
Mr. Wally did just that with his Airstream. See his older videos.
@BorellaFamilyAdventures
@BorellaFamilyAdventures Жыл бұрын
Check out Black Series Campers out of the City of Industry California.
@agalah408
@agalah408 Жыл бұрын
The Prado is so much more capable when fitted with central tyre inflation. Take it down on rough tracks. It stops spitting rocks and has much better ride and traction. Then punch highway pressures for sealed roads and away you go.
@TheWwong
@TheWwong 5 жыл бұрын
Wow, 4 cylinder turbo diesel. We would like this in the US. Only large gas guzzling V8's in vehicles this size here.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for tuning in, & the comment ICU2! Sure a fantastic vehicle, and very capable as a 4 cylinder! Thanks again! Glen
@abimaelbautistaramirez1973
@abimaelbautistaramirez1973 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Gall boys, i am your fan. Great video! What do you think about Mitsubishi pajero? (montero in my country) Congratulations from Puebla, México!
@woolengrappler
@woolengrappler 5 жыл бұрын
The US only gets the Lexus GX460 with a gas engine. Would the towing be significantly different compared to the Prado?
@eugenegrift3185
@eugenegrift3185 2 жыл бұрын
I’m looking for wind deflectors for a Prado where is the best place to buy these from?
@Disinf3ctant
@Disinf3ctant 6 жыл бұрын
Is the rear diff lock standard on GXL now?
@johnphilipdetorres3951
@johnphilipdetorres3951 6 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@yosaf1915
@yosaf1915 6 жыл бұрын
😍😍😍😍😍😍
@email8152
@email8152 Жыл бұрын
Does this Prado have the standard tow bar and tongue
@PatrickRich
@PatrickRich 6 жыл бұрын
Thats interesting that the Prado 150 is only now getting a 3 tonne capacity, the Lexus GX has had a 6500 lb capacity since, 2005 I want to say? Usually your wagons and utes are rated to tow much higher than ours on account of the differences of drawbar weights and distributions. Maybe its the V8, maybe its the rear air springs? Wish we got the rear locker though, just ATRAC for us.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
That's true mate!! Still a great move up from the 2.5t for this for this model, really brings it in to the towing arena for a lot of caravans now, which is good news! Hope things have been keeping well, and thanks for the note!!! Enjoy your weekend! Regards, Glen
@bettabgood
@bettabgood 5 жыл бұрын
The 2012 Prado 155 ZR short wheel base has a 3t towing capacity.
@frankiedoesoz
@frankiedoesoz 6 жыл бұрын
No car review should be done without Dave, he would definitely put the Prado through its paces! :)
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
frankiedoesoz ☺️👍 He sure does mate!!!
@BigpoppaKC
@BigpoppaKC 5 жыл бұрын
Since toyota won't put a deisel in their trucks stateside... I went ZR2 with the 2.8 duramax. Yeah, after 20 years and 12 Toyota models, lifelong toyota fan... I jumped ship. The Colorado aka Holden is great.
@atillamamis3826
@atillamamis3826 6 жыл бұрын
Is 4 cylinder turbo diesel engine enough for 3t towing? I mean of course it can tow 3t but how was the feeling?
@ryderwilson643
@ryderwilson643 3 жыл бұрын
it feels great m8
@AHMAD.ALAMOUDI
@AHMAD.ALAMOUDI 5 жыл бұрын
Owners of Prado diesel with (Auto Transmission) who use it for towing : Do you guys use after market cooler for the transmission ? or just stock ?
@sarahmcerlroy
@sarahmcerlroy 2 жыл бұрын
Stock
@ToddHendry
@ToddHendry 6 жыл бұрын
What van is it?
@Spot-lp3yd
@Spot-lp3yd 6 жыл бұрын
Just wondering if you broke one cause in some of the shots it has different number plates
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Was wondering if I should've explained that one! :) Thanks for the note! We were filming some quick pieces between the agency who we were assisting present for over 4 days with 4 different grades, and were filming in a closed off park with the black and white plates, and when heading out on the road for some running shots had the registered plates and extension mirrors back on! Sorry for the mouthful, but that's why! Have a great weekend mate! Cheers!
@briansomers613
@briansomers613 6 жыл бұрын
I was wondering the very same.
@ianmoone2359
@ianmoone2359 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah Nah mate, you have to rip your shirt sleeves off like Jase & Simon to tow off-road with any credibility! 😜🙄😂😂 Actually bloody good review verging on great! Would be keen to see you repeat it with the 2021 Model with the upgraded 150/500 killer wasps engine, as that’s the Prado I’m considering for doing exactly what you show here. 👍
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 3 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ian! Thanks very much for the note mate! Appreciate the kind words too!!! Have the new model now and should do another one with that for sure! Thanks again, and hope you enjoy the new Prado if you get one also! Regards, Glen
@phs84
@phs84 6 жыл бұрын
Any info on how they achieved the 3t rating from its predecessor ?
@rohan.8299
@rohan.8299 4 жыл бұрын
ECU tune
@nedalsharah2656
@nedalsharah2656 6 жыл бұрын
GallBoys very nice show ,, this Prado on video is 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder !!
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Nedal!!! Thanks for the note, these are a 4 cylinder turbo diesel! Thanks again! Glen
@lancecostello3962
@lancecostello3962 4 жыл бұрын
Can anyone tell me which Prado models can Tow 3t TIA Or if unable which is a better alternative
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Lance, thanks for tuning in, and the note also! Regards the towing, the move from the 2.5 to the 3t braked towing capacity was in the latest model, released late 2017, though will put a link here for more detailed info. www.toyota.com.au/prado Thanks again and hope this helps! Kind regards, Glen
@17003719
@17003719 6 жыл бұрын
Did you find the power lacking ? Only thing stopping me from buying is the power... it's down on its competitors and also heavier.
@tempestv8
@tempestv8 3 жыл бұрын
August 2020 update will feature more power and torque - www.caradvice.com.au/863797/2021-toyota-prado-power-boost-apple-car-play-but-manual-axed/
@TougeStudio303
@TougeStudio303 11 ай бұрын
what engine is this?
@bolatbekkulmagambetov2122
@bolatbekkulmagambetov2122 2 жыл бұрын
hello 7 feet wide, with the letter mirrors clearly visible
@meownmazda1
@meownmazda1 6 жыл бұрын
Could it manage the speed limit on the way home though?
@jimmyjimmy951
@jimmyjimmy951 4 жыл бұрын
Silly comment. Moving forward is progress. Moving at the speed “limit” is reckless when towing..🤫
@nonamus9947
@nonamus9947 6 жыл бұрын
Will this car ever be available in North America?
@buffsamuraifred6037
@buffsamuraifred6037 6 жыл бұрын
Nonamus Gaming it already is the gx460 and gx470
@florianungureanu9630
@florianungureanu9630 2 жыл бұрын
The prado 120 was able to tow 3 t , nothing new there :))
@AHMAD.ALAMOUDI
@AHMAD.ALAMOUDI 5 жыл бұрын
2.8 D-4D diesel engine. 450 nm of power. I just hate the DPF. That's in Australia. In gulf countries we get the 3.0 D-4D. I prefer the Aussie engine though !
@user-qz9dz3xu8z
@user-qz9dz3xu8z 6 жыл бұрын
Im from Russia the 's is rolik hyina!
@hawks667
@hawks667 6 жыл бұрын
All good until the DPF craps out....
@pradoblack9859
@pradoblack9859 3 жыл бұрын
Круто,
@simurgh1901
@simurgh1901 6 жыл бұрын
hehe my car :)
@user-tr2zp3nq8t
@user-tr2zp3nq8t Жыл бұрын
2700cc petrol ??
@MADBONE0
@MADBONE0 6 жыл бұрын
center and rear locker ... plus KDS --- yep ill take one $69k GXL
@jimmyjimmy951
@jimmyjimmy951 5 жыл бұрын
MADBONE No KDS on the GXL in Australia, only the VX and up get that set of goodies down under..
@ridingwithrex8652
@ridingwithrex8652 6 жыл бұрын
Is it me or is the van nose down while its being towed?
@jimmyjimmy951
@jimmyjimmy951 5 жыл бұрын
Riding with Rex the nose should always be down a little....
@marty8697
@marty8697 6 жыл бұрын
David would have bogged it by now.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Very true mate....!!! :)
@marty8697
@marty8697 6 жыл бұрын
GallBoys very good video you guys are loving copton dam.
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Marty!!! Yeah, it's such a great spot! Enjoy your weekend! Regards, Glen
@user-xh6kx2rm1l
@user-xh6kx2rm1l 5 жыл бұрын
تعرفوا طريق سامع الخضراء إذا تعديتها البرادوا أشهد لها
@ddnmd
@ddnmd 6 жыл бұрын
Toyota highlander? Land cruiser?
@ill90soarer
@ill90soarer 6 жыл бұрын
First comment, Great video
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 6 жыл бұрын
:) Cheers Adam!!! Thanks for the note mate!! Regards, Glen
@donkeydicked
@donkeydicked 6 жыл бұрын
Like watching the Leyland brothers but with even worse background music
@anlsh2562
@anlsh2562 6 жыл бұрын
You said tows three tonne but towing a trailer less then that. You haven’t towed the max of the car capacity at all. :( do another review with full tow capacity
@alicomando1195
@alicomando1195 3 жыл бұрын
Allah Bless Australia
@kazzrich
@kazzrich 3 жыл бұрын
Still only 3 ton. Pretty sad for the price.
@georgesimmons2946
@georgesimmons2946 4 жыл бұрын
The Prado is a great 4WD but wait until you get it on the highway and hit some medium hills, this underpowered 4X4 is just hopeless towing a 3 ton van.
@hitchy0755
@hitchy0755 4 жыл бұрын
Erm my dad towed a 9 tonne lorry up a hill
@hitchy0755
@hitchy0755 4 жыл бұрын
With this car
@johnernst4840
@johnernst4840 2 жыл бұрын
Kedron TE5 ATM 3900KG Prado towing capacity 3,000KG in what universe is this legal? I guess when he makes the comment that the caravan he is towing is approaching 3,000 kg he is technically correct it is just approaching it from the wrong end. The Kedron TE21 Specs Overall length 8.4m (27ft 6in); External body length 6.4m (21ft); External body width 2.29m (7ft 6in); Travel height 3.1m (10ft 2in); Internal height 1.99m (6ft 6in) Tare 3370kg; ATM 3990kg or 4490kg (depending on tow vehicle); Payload 620kg or 1120kg; Ball weight 260kg - Kedron advise they'll change the ATM depending on the tow vehicle??? WTF??
@GallBoys
@GallBoys 2 жыл бұрын
Hi John, thanks for tuning in, though to clear things up & avoid any unnecessary concern for you, people reading the above comment & possible damage to reputation with an assumption of a 21ft van being used with questioning of legality, this was filmed in 2017, & with the custom building back then, a 17ft int' (18'6 body) narrowed to 7ft wide was built, with a registered tare of 2535kgs over the calibrated scales at the factory on this particular van for the purpose of the tow test. In more recent years, the TopEnder® is now standard at 7ft'6 wide, in the longer & more optioned spec like you outlined, suiting larger capacity tow vehicles like the US pick ups, with production of a Kedron® 'Compact' with 3t ATM to suit the Prado these days. As a 59 year family business, value greatly the integrity for assisting owners with suitable builds to enjoy their travels, & hope you appreciate the reply. Should maybe thank for raising & being able to post an explanation, as if you could assume this by quickly looking at things, others could also. Thanks again, all the best & safe travels!
@bluecent
@bluecent 5 жыл бұрын
The majority of Australian caravans need to go on a diet.
@ryderwilson643
@ryderwilson643 3 жыл бұрын
Dude 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@kelsh9256
@kelsh9256 2 жыл бұрын
True. Or maybe the 4×4's in Australia need to the gym. They're getting bigger by the body but smaller engines.
@user-gb8iy8zn7j
@user-gb8iy8zn7j 6 жыл бұрын
it's not classic 😕
@michaelk1051
@michaelk1051 6 жыл бұрын
Once they put something better than that heap of shit 2.8TD in it, I might look at one.
@goldenboyi1989
@goldenboyi1989 6 жыл бұрын
This prado keeps getting uglier and uglier-the original prado was the best
@Nick210
@Nick210 6 жыл бұрын
Barney B that explains why they sell so great
@Revman996
@Revman996 6 жыл бұрын
Oh, that bonnet is so ugly......
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