1999 Dodge Dakota towing capacity
The 1999 Dodge Dakota is published in 15 configurations, with tow ratings ranging from 2,000 to 4,100 lb depending on cab, bed, drivetrain, and hitch class. The peak figure (4,100 lb) sits in compact SUV / minivan territory.
The table below lists every trim of the 1999 Dodge Dakota with the engine, drivetrain, axle ratio, horsepower, torque, GVWR, curb weight, and payload that go with that trim's headline tow rating. Manufacturers often publish more than one tow figure per truck — a conventional bumper-hitch rating, a weight-distributing rating, and a gooseneck or fifth-wheel rating — so the highest number here is the maximum across all hitch classes the source carries for the trim.
Per-trim breakdown
| Configuration | Engine | HP | Torque | Axle | Tow (lb) | GVWR | Curb | Payload |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 112 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,480 | — | — |
| Base 4x2 Regular Cab 112 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,480 | — | — |
| Sport 4x2 Regular Cab 112 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,480 | — | — |
| Base 4x2 Regular Cab 123.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,570 | — | — |
| Sport 4x2 Regular Cab 123.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,570 | — | — |
| SLT 4x2 Regular Cab 123.9 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.55 | 2,000 | 4,570 | — | — |
| Base 4x4 Regular Cab 111.9 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 4,100 | 5,480 | — | — |
| Sport 4x4 Regular Cab 111.9 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 4,100 | 5,480 | — | — |
| SLT 4x4 Regular Cab 111.9 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 4,100 | 5,480 | — | — |
| Base 4x2 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.9 | 2,000 | 4,810 | — | — |
| Sport 4x2 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.9 | 2,000 | 4,790 | — | — |
| SLT 4x2 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 120 | 145 | 3.9 | 2,000 | 4,790 | — | — |
| Base 4x4 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 3,800 | 5,480 | — | — |
| Sport 4x4 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 3,800 | 5,480 | — | — |
| SLT 4x4 Club Cab 131 in. WB | — | 175 | 225 | 3.55 | 3,800 | 5,480 | — | — |
How to interpret the headline tow figure
Tow ratings at this level are normally achievable with a conventional Class II or Class III receiver hitch. Always verify your vehicle has the manufacturer's tow package installed if you intend to tow at the upper end of the rating, and inspect the door-jamb sticker for the actual maximum permitted on your specific configuration.
How this year compares to 1998
The 1998 Dodge Dakota carried a maximum tow rating of 6,800 lb. The 1999 model is rated 2,700 lb lower — sometimes a real spec change, sometimes a re-test under a stricter standard like SAE J2807. See the 1998 Dodge Dakota page for the full per-trim breakdown of the prior year.
Other 1999 Dodge models
The rest of Dodge's 1999 lineup, ranked by maximum tow rating. Click through for the per-trim breakdown of any of these.
| Model | Max tow (lb) |
|---|---|
| 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup 4x2 | 14,300 |
| 1999 Dodge 2500 Pickup 4x2 Club Cab | 14,000 |
| 1999 Dodge 3500 Pickup 4x2 | 14,000 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Club CAB | 13,900 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Quad CAB | 13,900 |
| 1999 Dodge RAM 2500 Regular CAB | 13,900 |
All figures sourced from manufacturer documentation. See our methodology for how the dataset is compiled. Always confirm against your vehicle's door-jamb sticker before towing.