Free tool
Truck Camper Payload Calculator
Pick your truck. See your payload margin, the fit verdict, and which Kimbo fits, instantly, from Kimbos we've actually installed since 2016. Enter your door-jamb sticker number for an exact result.
Your truck
Default: 1,393 lb (mid-range estimate — your sticker is the truth).
Off-road trims (TRD Pro, Trailhunter) carry less payload than the base model. Enter your door-jamb number above for those.
0% = dry (battery + mattress); 100% = fully loaded (all modules, water, propane, jacks, gear). Each model's weight shows in its result card.
Result — Toyota Tacoma, 4th Gen
Payload budget: 1,393 lb
Kimbo 6
Talk to us firstMidsize & half-ton trucks · 830 lb dry to ~1,200 lb fully loaded
Possible with a fitment consultation.
- Truck payload
- 1,393 lb
- Kimbo 6 (this load)
- − 1,052 lb
- Passengers (cab)
- − 340 lb
- Remaining margin
- 1 lb
Tight — verify your sticker
Kimbo 8
Not a fitFull-size, long-bed trucks · 1,125 lb dry to ~1,660 lb fully loaded (est.)
Not a fit for this truck.
The Kimbo 8 isn't a fit for the Toyota Tacoma in this generation. See the result for the other model, or talk to us about your options.
4th Gen: Cab profile sits 3–4″ taller than 3rd Gen; extra roof clearance or jack-bracket extensions usually required.
- — Door-jamb payload sticker is the truth — Tacoma payload varies by ~500 lb across trims.
- — Rear airbag suspension and E-rated tires recommended for any Kimbo install.
This is an honest starting point, not a guarantee. Your door-jamb sticker is the source of truth — verify it, and we'll confirm payload, bed length, and cab clearance before any build.
How it works
Payload first. Bed length second. Cab clearance third.
The calculator subtracts your Kimbo's weight as it rides — 830–1,200 lb for the Kimbo 6, or 1,125–1,660 lb for the Kimbo 8, from dry to fully loaded (all modules, water, propane, jacks, and gear) — plus your cab passengers from your truck's payload, then shows the leftover margin. Aim for ~200 lb of buffer or more.
The fit verdict on each result card is the part you can't get from a generic payload calculator: it's graded per generation from Kimbos we've actually installed. It accounts for bed length, cab clearance, and suspension, not just the weight math.
Manufacturer brochure payload numbers are the upper bound. Your specific truck's yellow door-jamb sticker is the real number. Enter it above for an exact result.
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Frequently asked
Payload & fit, answered.
How do I find my truck's payload capacity?
Open the driver's door and read the yellow Tire and Loading Information sticker on the door jamb — that figure already accounts for your exact cab, bed, engine, and factory options. It is the only payload number you should trust; manufacturer brochure and configurator numbers are the upper bound, not your truck. Enter your sticker number in the calculator for a precise result.
What is a safe payload margin for a truck camper?
After subtracting the loaded camper and your cab passengers, aim to leave at least ~200 lb of buffer; 500 lb is ideal. A negative margin means you would be over payload, which stresses brakes, suspension, and tires and can affect handling. Rear airbags and load-rated tires help the ride but do not raise the legal payload rating.
Will a Kimbo fit my truck?
Fit comes down to three things: payload (can the truck carry it), bed length (does the tailgate close), and cab clearance (does the cabover clear). This tool gives you the engineering verdict and payload margin per generation from Kimbos we have actually installed since 2016. We confirm every fit with you before a build.
How much does a Kimbo weigh?
A Kimbo rides from dry to fully loaded. The Kimbo 6 is about 830 lb dry (battery and mattress, no propane or jacks) and ~1,200 lb fully loaded (all modules plus water, propane, jacks, and gear); the Kimbo 8 is about 1,125 lb dry to ~1,660 lb fully loaded. Cab passengers ride on top of that. The calculator's sliders let you set how loaded your camper is and how many people are aboard.
Is the calculator result a guarantee?
No — it is an honest starting point built from manufacturer payload ranges and our install history, not a substitute for your truck's door-jamb sticker. Always verify your sticker, and talk to us before you buy so we can confirm payload, bed length, and cab clearance for your exact configuration.