Toyo RT Trail XL vs E load tires?

I’m getting some Toyo RT Trails in 275/70r17 for my 2nd gen Tacoma V6 and I’m wondering if anyone has had either or can give some opinions on the right choice for me in regards to the XL vs E load range options. I’m really drawn to the extremely light weight of the XLs (42 lbs), but Im concerned about durability as I believe they are technically just 2 ply. I do a lot of highway miles to get to destinations but I do go to pretty remote places and occasionally find myself on difficult trails. This isn’t my daily driver.

I’ve only ever ran E load range tires on my past trucks and had 285/70r17 AT3Ws on my GX. They were great and I didn’t get a single flat in 6 years but they were heavy and I could really feel the weight. I’m now looking for smaller, lighter tire, and something that won’t put too much strain on the lighter Tacoma. I do have a leer camper shell and my bed has a storage system and 300lbs of gear on trips.

I’m leaning towards the E load range since 51lbs really isn’t that bad and I’d like the peace of mind of a 10 ply but wanted to see others opinions on the XL ones as the ride comfort and fuel savings
is extremely tempting. I also really want to limit power loss and I already feel the Tacoma is under powered. How much more will my Tacoma struggle with a 51lb tire vs a 42lb?

Specs per Toyos website below. Any insight appreciated here.

Toyo RT Trails 275/70r17

XL Load Range
Load / Speed: 116T
Weight: 42 lbs
Max Load: 2756 lbs
Max Pressure (PSI): 50


E Load Range
Load / Speed: 124/121S
Weight: 51 lbs
Max Load: 3525 lbs
Max Pressure (PSI): 80

 

I have Falken AT3w in 285 70 17 in C load and they weigh 61lbs, holy fat! Surprisingly my mpg isn’t that bad with them, a bit worse than the KO2s in the same size and load range but they weighed 51lbs.
I’d say go for the 51 lb E load, you said you get remote occasionally, on difficult trails.

 

If you see actual trails E rated all day. Makes deflating less worrying and resists punctures. I've had many tires and the 10 plys always take the abuse the best. They wear slower as well.

I don't think I'd go back to a light duty all terrain, I'll be going full highway tire if I go that route.

 

@Bishop84 @DavesTaco68

Thanks for the insight guys. Yeah it’s just super tempting to be able to have such a light tire but I think the E loads are the right choice. 51lb really isn’t that bad and it’ll be worth it for the peace of mind when I’m far out.

 

Been runnning e load for over 30 years... zero flats.

 

How do these E load RT Trails handle in this size? I was convinced on just getting E but now I keep going back and forth. I know the durability will be worth it but I’m concerned about a stiff ride and noticeable acceleration loss. Are these factors not too bad with the 275/70/17 size? I’m hoping it won’t be horrible since it’s still a relatively light tire (example Falken Wildpeak AT4s in C Load 6 Ply 275/70/17s are 58lbs each).

 

Went from 265/70/16 to 265/75/16 (both bfg a/t's) to the r/t trail 275/70 17 and never noticed any power loss.... the stiff ride is just a given with e loads. I like the way it handles... tracks like a tank and with the upgraded suspension doesn't sway while cornering. As far as gas milage i wouldn't know... never checked it and don't plan on starting.