If you’ve recently taken delivery of the brand new Toyota Prado 250 or you’re planning to, you’ll know it’s already one of the most capable 4WDs on the market. But for many owners, whether you’re towing, touring, or working, the factory payload just doesn’t cut it.
That’s where the latest Tough Dog GVM (Gross Vehicle Mass) Upgrade comes in.
Ape Suspension is proud to announce that we can now supply and install the Tough Dog GVM upgrade kit for the Prado 250, giving you up to an extra 700 kg of legal payload capacity and taking your GVM to a whopping 3,800 kg.
Why Choose a GVM Upgrade?
Modern 4WDs often run out of payload quickly once you add:
- Bull bars, winches, roof racks
- Drawers, fridges, long range tanks
- Passengers, luggage, or work gear
- Towing accessories and ball weight
It doesn’t take much to push your Prado over its legal limit, and exceeding factory GVM can put you at risk of:
- Fines and defect notices
- Insurance claims being rejected
- Reduced braking performance and safety issues
A GVM upgrade gives you peace of mind, ensuring your vehicle is compliant, safe, and legal when fully loaded.
Why Tough Dog?
Tough Dog has been designing suspension solutions for over 35 years and is one of Australia’s most trusted brands. Their GVM kits are federally certified as a Second Stage Manufacturer (SSM), which means:
- Full ADR compliance (tested under brake, ESC, and FEA conditions)
- Options for both pre registration and post registration vehicles
- Components engineered specifically for the Prado 250
This isn’t just a heavier spring, it’s a fully engineered and certified solution.
Pre Reg vs Post Reg Upgrades
- Pre Reg: If your Prado 250 hasn’t been registered yet, the GVM upgrade can be federally approved before first rego. You’ll receive a new compliance plate and drive away legally upgraded.
- Post Reg: If your Prado is already registered, the upgrade can still be completed via a state based inspection and engineering sign off. Ape Suspension can guide you through this process start to finish.
Why Choose Ape Suspension?
At Ape Suspension, we don’t just bolt in parts, we build vehicles fit for purpose. When you book your Tough Dog GVM upgrade with us, you get:
- Expert installation by our in house suspension specialists
- Compliance guidance for WA registration requirements
- Tailored advice to match your vehicle setup (touring, towing, or trade use)
- After sales support to keep your suspension performing long term
Book Your Prado 250 GVM Upgrade Today
The Toyota Prado 250 is already an icon in the making, and now with the Tough Dog 3,800 kg GVM upgrade, it’s ready for anything you can throw at it. Whether you’re hauling tools during the week or towing a caravan up north on the weekend, you’ll be doing it safely and legally.
Contact Ape Suspension today to secure your Tough Dog GVM upgrade and take your Prado 250 to the next level.