Thor Pasadena Towing Capacity & Setup Guide

One of the primary reasons buyers choose the Thor Pasadena Super C is its impressive towing capacity. Built on the Ford F-600 chassis, the Pasadena can tow up to 10,000 lbs — enough for virtually any flat-towable vehicle, small boat, or utility trailer. Here's everything you need to know about maximizing your towing capability. Compare it with our full lineup of Super C motorhomes.

Towing Specifications by Floor Plan

All Pasadena floor plans share the same Ford F-600 chassis, but cargo carrying capacity varies by floor plan weight:

• 34XG: Lightest floor plan — maximum towing flexibility
• 38DX: Moderate coach weight with excellent towing headroom
• 38FX: Full-wall slide adds weight but maintains strong towing numbers
• 38XL: Quad slides — heaviest floor plan, so calculate your tow vehicle weight carefully

Popular Tow Vehicles for Pasadena Owners

The most common flat-tow vehicles behind a Pasadena include: Jeep Wrangler (4,500 lbs), Jeep Gladiator (5,200 lbs), Ford Bronco (5,000 lbs), Chevrolet Colorado (4,000 lbs), and Honda CR-V (3,500 lbs). All fit well within the Pasadena's towing capacity with ample margin.

Essential Towing Equipment

For flat-towing (all four wheels on the ground), you need: a quality tow bar (Blue Ox Avail or Roadmaster Falcon 2), a vehicle-specific base plate, supplemental braking (required by Nevada law), safety cables, and a lighting kit. Budget $2,500-$4,000 for a complete professional installation.

Las Vegas Towing Tips

The I-15 corridor to Southern California includes the steep Cajon Pass — use the Pasadena's tow/haul mode and engine braking on descent. Heading to Lake Mead via Lake Mead Parkway involves moderate grades — keep your tow bar's tongue weight within spec. For trips to Zion or Bryce Canyon, the long climbs on I-15 northbound are manageable with the 7.3L V8's 468 lb-ft of torque.