GWM P300 Payloads: How Much Can It Carry?
Exactly how much can the GWM P300 carry? Let’s examine the payload capacity of each derivative in the Chinese brand’s current 11-strong line-up of P300 bakkies…
So, you have your eye on a GWM P300 bakkie, but aren’t quite sure which derivative will meet your load-carrying requirements? Well, we’ve trawled through the specification lists to identify which variants are rated to carry the most weight and which derivative has the lowest payload.
As a reminder, the Chinese brand’s P300 is effectively a revised version of the original P-Series bakkie. The P300 debuted in South Africa in 2.4TD form (in LT and LTD guise) in February 2025, before the LS variants followed in July. These versions all make 135 kW/480 Nm from a 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine.
The base SX variants completed the range in September 2025, though keep in mind they’re offered exclusively with the older 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine (120 kW/400 Nm). The current range comprises 11 derivatives – a pair of single cabs and 9 double cabs.
GWM P300 Single Cabs: Payload Capacities
Predictably, the 2-door workhorse versions of the 1-tonne P300 boast the highest payloads in the range. Since the 4×4 variants have a slightly higher GVM than their rear-wheel-drive counterparts, they match thier siblings’ maximum carrying capacity of 1 150 kg. Braked towing capacity is capped at 2 250 kg.
| P300 SINGLE CAB DERIVATIVE | PAYLOAD CAPACITY |
| 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2 | 1 150 kg |
| 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4 | 1 150 kg |
GWM P300 Double Cabs: Payload Capacities
Interestingly, 8 of the 9 double-cab derivatives in the P300 range are each rated to carry 1 050 kg (more on the outlier shortly). According to GWM South Africa, this figure is unchanged regardless of which engine or transmission is selected (and regardless of the 4×2 or 4×4 configuration).
| P300 DOUBLE CAB DERIVATIVE | PAYLOAD CAPACITY |
| 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.0TD SX 8AT 4×2 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.4TD LS 9AT 4×2 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.0TD SX 8AT 4×4 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.4TD LS 9AT 4×4 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.4TD LT 9AT 4×2 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.4TD LT 9AT 4×4 | 1 050 kg |
| 2.4TD LTD 9AT 4×4 | 875 kg |
However, the 2.0TD derivatives have a listed braked towing capacity of 2 250 kg. GWM says rear-wheel-drive 2.4TD variants can tow up to 3 000 kg, while 4×4 iterations of the 2.4TD have a cap of 3 500 kg.
What about the P300 2.4TD LTD 4×4? Well, though it retains a braked towing capacity of 3 500 kg, this range-topping, off-road-ready derivative has a reduced payload capacity of 875 kg.
As a reminder, the LTD is fitted as standard with extra equipment such as a front winch, a snorkel, off-road side-steps and added underbody protection.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on GWM P300 Payload
Q: What is the maximum payload capacity available in the GWM P300 line-up?
A: The highest payload capacity in the GWM P300 range is 1 150 kg. This capacity is achieved by both single cab derivatives (2.0TD SX 6MT 4×2 and 2.0TD SX 6MT 4×4).
Q: What is the standard payload capacity for most GWM P300 double cab derivatives?
A: Most double-cab derivatives of the GWM P300 (8 out of 9) are rated to carry 1 050 kg. This figure is consistent across most engine, transmission and drivetrain configurations.
Q: Which GWM P300 derivative has the lowest payload capacity, and what is the reason for the reduction?
A: The GWM P300 2.4TD LTD 9AT 4×4 has the lowest payload capacity at 875 kg. This is due to it being a range-topping, off-road-ready derivative that is fitted with extra standard equipment like a front winch, snorkel, off-road side-steps and underbody protection, which increases its kerb weight.
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