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How Much Does My Jeep Weigh?

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Buildflycrash, Dec 6, 2021.

  1. Buildflycrash

    Buildflycrash More or Less in Line. 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    ‘66 V6 steel bumpers, winch, tire carrier, steel wheels 33” tires, D30 front, Power steering, T18 swapped. Looking at new(used) toy hauler camper. Cargo area max is 2500lbs. Educated Guess is good.
     
  2. ITLKSEZ

    ITLKSEZ Hope for the best, prepare for the worst

    Educated guess is more than 2500# :)
     
  3. PeteL

    PeteL If it wasn't for physics, and law enforcement... 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Is there a gravel pit or scrap steel dealer near you? Put it on the scales.
     
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  4. garage gnome

    garage gnome ECJ5 welder

    The MBs weighed in at 2500 lbs IIRC. I would say a CJ5 with mods is over that.
     
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  5. Norcal69

    Norcal69 Out of the box thinker 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    My jeep with its mods is 3190 on a certified scale.
     
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  6. Twin2

    Twin2 not him 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    weighted mine in california , little over 3100 with soft top
     
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  7. 3b a runnin

    3b a runnin Active Member 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Nearly certain more than that.
    I weigh about 175
    cj 3B with me in it, 2800
    cj6 and me 3200
    cj5 and me and normal junk, nearly 3800
     
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  8. Buildflycrash

    Buildflycrash More or Less in Line. 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Thanks everyone for the replies.

    Mines pretty similar to yours I’d say.
     
  9. 47v6

    47v6 junk wrecker! 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    Mine needs a diet…
     
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  10. colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

    Mine is similar to yours, 3175 ona certified scale.
     
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  11. duffer

    duffer Rodent Power

    I think 3100-3200 is pretty typical. My 3B was 3150 with the usual trail gear but no camping or other stuff.
     
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  12. SoCalNickG

    SoCalNickG Member 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    With me and wife, tools and some trail gear and tools, about 15 gallons of gas and awinch on the front; my 71 CJ5 was just under 3100#
     
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  13. dnb71R2

    dnb71R2 SuperDave 2023 Sponsor

    When I moved to CO, the DMV asked me for a weight of my 1971 CJ5. It wasn't on my previous title. I told them 2300lbs and they were happy.
    It appears I underestimated! :rofl:
    Now, I'm guessing it's closer to 3200lbs.
     
  14. jeepdaddy2000

    jeepdaddy2000 Active Member

    Be sure you check to insure that number is max cargo after subtracting propane, water, and onboard fuel tank. Many toy haulers list the tare and gross weight, then begin to subtract propane, fuel and water before giving the actual cargo capacity.
    Also watch out for width, as earlier toy haulers are narrower than later wide bodies.
    If it has a drop down rear bed/couch, overhead clearance may be an issue as well.
     
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  15. RATTYFLATTY

    RATTYFLATTY I think you need a little more throttle

    This and the ramp door rating, Most Toy Haulers that are born of camper chassis have ramp door ratings that are less than desirable. You will want to look at the cargo/car based chassis. Work & Play and Sundowner are 2 of the more popular ones.
     
  16. mickeykelley

    mickeykelley Well-Known Member

    I thought I read somewhere that these are like 2500 lbs.

    Found it. As a base, then add winch, etc.

     
    Last edited: Dec 8, 2021
  17. Keys5a

    Keys5a Sponsor

    Back in the day, I was after the lightest weight practical for my Tux. I got it down a little under 2000 lbs. No top or rollbar, 10" steel wagon wheels, but an all alloy 215 Buick V8, moved back about 4". Measured on a DOT certified scale.
    Scott, I would guess your at least around 2800 or a bit more.
    -Donny
     
  18. Rick Whitson

    Rick Whitson Detroit Area 2024 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    My Jeep weighs 2,500 with the F134, 2,650 with me in it.
     
  19. fhoehle

    fhoehle Sponsor

    4950 for the CJ6. Without me in it. Lol
     
  20. PeteL

    PeteL If it wasn't for physics, and law enforcement... 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    :shock:

    How did that happen? Twice the weight of a CJ5?
     
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