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Farmers need a reliable truck with longevity that can be put to work every day. To help them out, we’ve found the best farm trucks on today’s market.
Best Farm Trucks of the Last 15 Years
Farmers love their trucks and expect a lot from them. Farm trucks are not just a vehicle to take from point A to point B like the parking lot princesses in the city. These trucks need to be able to handle heavy abuse from hauling equipment, capably traverse farmland, and tow heavy tailers full of livestock or farm equipment. Not only that, but these farm trucks need to be reliable machines that can keep working for hundreds of thousands of miles.
Farm trucks like the Chevy C/K10, ‘90s Ford F-Series 7.3L Power Stroke V8, and Dodge Ram D250 Cummins have become highly regarded amongst the farming community. The only problem with these classic trucks is their age and availability now. Luckily, they aren’t the only trucks that can handle some farm work. We’ve identified ten recent trucks that can handle farm work just as well (if not better) than those previously mentioned classics. They’ve got the power to tow trailers, the capability to drive off-road, and a history of working past the 300,000 mile-mark. These are ten of the best farm trucks of the last 15 years!
Chevrolet Colorado 2.5L Duramax I4 (2016-2022)
Let’s start with a mid-sizer to start in the form of the Chevrolet Colorado. Now, most farmers won’t be looking towards a mid-sized truck for their purposes, but the Colorado is great option for smaller hobby farms or getting around on a ranch. We chose the 2016 to 2022 model as this was the last time you could get the 2.5L Duramax four-cylinder turbodiesel. That unit provides enough grunt to tow up to 7,700 pounds, which is good enough to trailer about three bales of hay or two horses. You could also go for the Colorado ZR2 Bison trim level and you’ll end up with a proper off-roader that can get around farmland with ease.
Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 (2010-2021)
Most farmers only trust American brands for their trucks, but the Toyota Tundra is almost that. The full-sized truck may wear the a Japanese brand, but it’s exclusively made and sold here in the USA. As for working on the farm, the 5.7L V8 that was available on the second generation from 2010 to 2021 is the one to look for. This gas-powered unit paired with the TRD supercharger allows the Tundra to tow up to 9,900 pounds, more than enough for moving equipment around the farm. You also get that well-regarded Toyota reliability backing up this truck, so it’s ready to work for years to come.
Nissan Titan XD 5.0L Cummins V8 (2016-2019)
Alright, Nissan is also a Japanese brand, but their Nissan Titan XD is also built and sold in the USA. Not only is this technically an “American” truck, but it also had a Cummins under the hood for a short time. For the 2016 to 2019 model years, you could find a 5.0L Cummins V8 turbodiesel in the Titan XD. The Nissans toting that diesel powerplant could tow up to 12,710 pounds, which is pretty good for a truck outside America’s Big Three options. You can also find this model for cheaper than Ram models if you’re just in it for the Cummins turbodiesel anyways.
Ram 1500 3.0L EcoDiesel V6 (2019-2023)
If you’re just doing some modest farming and a big Ram truck fan, check out the Ram 1500 with the 3.0L V6 EcoDiesel from 2019 to 2023. No, it isn’t the Cummins that diesel fans clamor for, but the EcoDiesel is still a decent engine for hobby farming. You get good fuel economy, a 9,600-pound tow capacity, and it can last for a long while. This small unit paired with the 4×4 drivetrain makes the Ram 1500 a versatile farm truck choice.
Chevrolet Silverado 1500 3.0L Duramax I6 (2020-Present)
Don’t need a heavy-duty truck, but still want a Duramax in your Silverado? Chevrolet has the inline-six option for you then. Since the 2020 model year, the Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has been available with a 3.0L Duramax inline-six turbodiesel option under the hood. There is a gas-powered 6.2L V8 available that’s better at towing with a 13,400-pound capacity, but the Duramax offers better fuel economy numbers, longevity, and can still tow up to 9,300 pounds. It’s a great option for an everyday farm truck that needs to haul livestock, feed, or farm equipment. If you need to tow more than 9,000 pounds you should consider a three-quarter ton or one ton option farther down on this list.
Ford F-150 5.0L Coyote V8 (2021-Present)
The current generation of the Ford F-150 is available with a multitude of engines that include the Ecoboost V6, hybridized PowerBoost V6, and even a Power Stroke diesel V6, but we’re sticking with the gasser that’s got a great history behind it. The 5.0L Coyote V8 has been around since 2010 and has grown to be a Ford fan favorite. The Coyote in the F-150 has undergone extensive revisions over the years to make it a powerful and reliable engine option for this generation. It can tow up to 13,000 pounds when properly equipped with the 4×4 drivetrain, meaning you’ve got plenty of pull and a farm truck that can handle off-roading out in the fields.
Chevy Silverado 3500HD 6.6L Duramax V8 (2015-Present)
To kick off our heavy-duty farm truck options, we’ve got the Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD carrying the venerable 6.6L Duramax V8 turbodiesel. Feel free to look at the last generation and current generation for this truck as they carry nearly the exact same Duramax with a couple minor tweaks between years. Obviously, the current generation is the one to get if you can afford it as the latest models not only get all the high-tech bells and whistles, but they can also tow up to a staggering 36,000 pounds behind them. If you’re a farmer on a budget though, the last generation Silverado 3500HD models still can tow up to 23,000 pounds which is more than enough to pull around a John Deere or a full load of hay bales.
GMC Sierra 2500HD 6.6L Duramax V8 (2020-Present)
If you’re looking for a comfortable ride in your farm truck choice, the GMC Sierra 2500HD is a great choice. The Sierra takes what makes the Silverado great and tacks on some more luxurious amenities. Denali trimmed GMC Sierra 2500HD models feature items like the HD Surround Vision camera system, massaging seats, giant infotainment screens, wood accent trimmed interior, and Forge perforated leather upholstery. Step up to the Denali Ultimate and you gain even more premium leather surfaces, a Bose premium audio system, and illuminated power assist steps. All this added luxury plus the 6.6L Duramax V8 turbodiesel makes for one comfortable farm truck experience.
Ford F-350 HO 6.7L Power Stroke V8 (2023-Present)
Modern Ford Super Duty trucks may not have the same recognition as they had back in the ‘90s with that workhorse known as the 7.3L Power Stroke V8, but they may have come out with something on par with it today. The F-350 carrying the high-output 6.7L Power Stroke V8 diesel has been touted as one of the better diesel options from Ford of the last decade. This diesel engine allows the F-350 Limited to tow up to 27,000 pounds with a gooseneck/fifth-wheel hookup. That isn’t the best towing numbers in this class, but the Power Stroke is set up to be a long-running workhorse just like its ‘90s predecessor. If you can’t get your hands on the tried and true 7.3L, this may be your best bet from Ford.
Ram 3500 6.7L Cummins I6 (2019-Present)
A Ram heavy duty pickup is pretty much the only way to get a Cummins turbodiesel in a new farm truck these days. The latest generation of the Ram 3500 features a 6.7L Cummins inline-six turbodiesel that gives it the capability to haul around up to 37,090 pounds – the best towing capacity in its class right now. While you’re pretty much just buying this truck for that Cummins under the hood, Ram does make a nice case for itself when you get up to the Laramie and Limited Longhorn trims. Heated surfaces, leather upholstery, a great Uconnect infotainment system, and a Harmon Kardon sound system. Every farmer needs a nice break on the job, so Ram made sure to make your truck a relaxing spot. It’s no wonder that Ram is one of the most awarded brands in the industry
I have both a 1994 1500 4×4 Dodge Ram and 2004 4×4 Nissan Titan on the farm. The 94 Dodge Ram has the long bed which is great for farm work, whereas the Nissan has the short bed. The Dodge only has 150k miles and the Nissan 265k. I bought both trucks new and hands down the Nissan has outperformed the Dodge both on the farm and general driving. I have had a countless number of electrical and transmission issues with the Dodge and virtually no issues with the Nissan other than general maintenance. The Nissans ability to get around the farm in mud and snow vs the Dodge is not even close. I’m keeping both, but if I need to tow something or want to make sure I don’t get stuck in the backwoods I’m taking the Nissan.
Thanks for sharing, David!
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