For a pickup truck to have any real value it has to be dependable and reliable. If a pickup breaks down at the slightest bit of pressure then it is absolutely useless. A pickup truck that can't haul loads of hay or lumber is no pickup truck at all.

Manufacturers like Ford and Toyota pride themselves in making pickup trucks for the masses. These are more than just daily drivers. They are daily workhorses. You can push these trucks to their absolute limit and they will still keep going.

Do you need a truck that can haul construction materials for years and years? No problem. These trucks can do that. Do you need a truck that can get stuck in the mud, drive through fields fill with ruts, and take salt blocks out to the cattle? No problem. These pickup trucks can do that, too.

Many of the trucks on this list have absolute legendary reputations. Not only will they last decades with minimal maintenance, but they can be treated badly and still not break down. Here's a look at 25 pickups that were built to last longer than 20 years.

24 Ford F-150

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The Ford F-150 outsells the competition handily every year for good reason. Other auto manufacturers look to Ford and its success with the F-150 for inspiration. The F-150 is constantly ranked at or near the top of its class for dependability, this has been the case for many decades.

Even though it may seem like Ford has reached perfection with the F-150, it is always trying to do better. U.S. News and World Report gave the 2018 F-150 a score of 8.9 overall with a reliability rating of 3/5.

23 Toyota Hilux

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Of course, the Hilux would be on this list. The Hilux puts all other pickups in the dust when it comes to reliability. This truck can handle much more than just ranches and construction sites. The Hilux is famous for being indestructible.

I'm sure by now you've seen the infamous durability test that the Hilux went through on Top Gear. It was left to rust in the ocean, pelted with wrecking balls, and even dropped off an imploding building.

Despite being buried in rubble and debris, the Hilux still worked. It took only a few minor repairs after an entire building was dropped on it. Hilux rides simply don't break down.

22 Ram 1500

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The Dodge Ram 1500 has a legacy that is unmatched by nearly every other pickup on the market. Only the F-150 and Hilux are uttered in the same breath as the dependable Ram 1500.

Motor Trend recently named the Ram 1500 a Motor Trend truck of the year finalist. Motor Trend highly praised the torque V8 engine and the truck's classy interior which is another strong part of this ride. Will Motor Trend name the Ram 1500 the truck of the year for the sixth time?

21 Chevrolet Silverado

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Don't be fooled into thinking that Ford has a monopoly on dependable pickup trucks. The Silverado wins just as many awards as the F-150, and it's also an extremely reliable vehicle.

U.S. News and World Report gave the 2018 Chevrolet Silverado near-perfect marks in the reliability category.

With a score of 4.5/5, the Silverado can easily compete with anything Dodge or Ford offers. There is no question a Chevy Silverado that came right off the lot today will still kick 20 years from now.

20 GMC Sierra 1500

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The GMC Sierra is another Motor Trend truck of the year finalist. The Sierra is a dependable light-duty pickup that has been highly praised by a number of automotive journalists.

The Sierra 1500 is powered by a 420 hp 6.2 liter EcoTec3 V8 engine. The Sierra has gone through many iterations over the years, and it was redesigned again for 2019 so GMC could set it apart from the Silverado. It seems that GM might have finally got the Sierra right. Expect the current Sierra to stand the test of time and last for many years to come.

19 Ford Ranger

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The Ford Ranger may not be able to haul huge bales of hay and large loads of lumber, but this tiny pickup is still mighty dependable. There is no question that the Ranger can last over 20 years.

Ford may have phased out the Ranger because it wasn't selling, but that was simply because westerners grew tired of compact pickup trucks.

It was still a very dependable and reliable little truck. The compact Ranger has quite a legacy, so that's why Ford decided to bring the truck back for 2019 as a mid-size pickup.

18  Ford F-250

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Just like the F-150, the F-250 is also a very reliable truck. Ford prides itself in making trucks that can get any job done. Farmers, ranchers, and construction workers continue to sing the praises of the F-250, for a very long time.

If you need something a bit tougher and more powerful than the F-150, then the F-250 is the obvious choice. Most F-250 owners prefer to trade their trucks in every few years, but if you wanted to keep an F-250 for more than 20 years, you won't have to worry about much.

17 Toyota Tundra

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Like the smaller Tacoma, the Tundra is an extremely dependable pickup truck. The old adage that only US manufacturers can make high-quality pickup trucks is a very outdated notion.

The Tundra is another in a long line of dependable trucks from Japan. U.S. News and World Report ranked the Toyota Tundra among the best.

The Tundra received a score of 4.5/5 in the reliability category. Yes, it has a lower towing capacity than some of its rival full-sized pickup trucks, but that just means the truck will last longer because it won't be hauling as many over-sized loads.

16 Ford F-350

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It's hard to believe that an F-150 or F-250 wouldn't be powerful enough, but sometimes jobs require even more hauling and towing capacity. That's where the F-350 comes into the equation.

The F-350 is what drivers select when they need the ultimate workhorse. Just like the F-150 and F-250, this is an extremely reliable vehicle. There's no question that it can last longer than 20 years. This truck will stand the test of time even if a person were to haul an entire trailer full of cattle on a weekly basis. J.D. Power ranked the 2015 Ford F-series Super Duty lineup, including the F-350 and F-450, top of the class with a 5/5 rating.

15  Chevrolet Colorado

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The Chevrolet Silverado isn't the only high-quality pickup that Chevy has made over the years. You can put the Colorado in that category as well. If may not have the pedigree that the Silverado has, but the Chevrolet Colorado is an extremely reliable pickup in its own right.

The Chevrolet Colorado is one of the best mid-size pickups on the market, and if you take good care of it, the truck can last well over 20 years.

Motor Trend gave the 2018 Chevrolet Colorado an overall rating of 4/5, and U.S. News and World Report gave the truck a 3/5 rating in the reliability category.

14 Toyota Tacoma

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If the full-size Toyota Tundra is too much, then the Toyota Tacoma is an excellent choice when it comes to pickups. This mid-size pickup is the perfect choice for a person who needs an adequate amount of towing capacity.

The Tacoma also happens to be one of the most reliable pickups on the market. Motor Trend gave the 2018 Toyota Tacoma an overall rating of 3.5/5, and U.S. News and World Report scored the truck 4.5/5 for reliability.

13  Ram 2500

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Heavy-duty pickups need to be more durable than smaller pickups. A heavy-duty pickup is less likely to last for many years because drivers will be putting these trucks through considerable strain.

Thankfully, the Ram 2500 is one heavy duty pickup that can last.

The Ram 2500 is built to last over 20 years even if a person were to use this truck every day over rugged terrain. The 2500 has a unique feature that allows the truck to have a more comfortable ride than many of its competitors. The coil-spring rear suspension keeps the bed level and offers a superior ride.

12 Ram 3500

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Like its younger brother the Ram 2500, the Ram 3500 is a dependable and sturdy heavy-duty pickup truck. Dodge crafted this truck to be able to withstand even the strongest pressures. The 2018 model of the 3500 also comes with coil-spring suspension, and it has an optional Cummins diesel engine.

With 930 lb-ft of torque and an astonishing towing capacity of 31,210 pounds, the Ram 3500 is one of the most powerful pickups on the market. You would think such a heavy-duty truck would break down easily, but that's not the case with the 3500.

11 GMC Canyon

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The GMC Canyon is an ideal choice of pickup if you want a mid-size truck that's dependable and reliable. Consumers have a choice of Duramax diesel engine, 2.5 l four-cylinder gas engine, or 3.6 l V6 gas engine.

With the diesel engine, you get an adequate 7,700-pound towing capacity.

If that's more than a person needs, then one of the other engines will be more than sufficient. This is the kind of truck a person buys if they want a reliable daily driver.

10 Nissan Titan

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The Nissan Titan has lost its way in recent years. The first generation Titan was a safe, solid, dependable, and powerful pickup truck. Nissan's goal was to compete with the big boys.

The Titan could hold its own against the Fords and Dodges, but consumers didn't really care. The Titan sold badly, and eventually, Nissan decided for a revamp. The 2004 Titan has a high consumer rating of 4.5/5 on Edmunds.com, but auto journalists have not been as kind to newer models of the Titan.

9 Nissan Frontier

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Consumers looking for a small, affordable, and simple pickup truck might enjoy taking the Nissan Frontier for a drive. This is certainly not the truck a person would want if he or she needed superior towing capacity.

It lags behind its rivals considerably, but maybe that is a blessing in disguise.

This isn't a truck made for that kind of heavy-duty work. It's an extremely affordable pickup that is meant as a daily driver. Because this truck won't be used for demanding jobs, you can expect it to last a long time.

8 Chevrolet Avalanche

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Even though the Chevrolet Avalanche was a full-size pickup truck, it acted much more like an SUV. The Avalanche was in production from 2001 to 2013, and during that time consumers bought the truck if they were looking for a daily driver capable of carrying a lot of people.

This is a truck built for soccer moms as opposed to ranchers. That's one of the reasons that this truck can still be seen on the roads today. This wasn't a truck built to haul loads of lumber and construction equipment.

7 GMC Sierra 2500

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The GMC Sierra 2500 is a heavy-duty hauler that will last a long time. Even if you are pushing this pickup to its limit it will still perform. Car and Driver gave the 2017 model a near perfect score of 4.5/5, and reviewers praised the truck's impressive towing capacity.

Even after hauling a 10,000-pound car hauler through the mountains, The GMC Sierra still functioned as perfect as ever. The Sierra 2500 is capable of towing up to 18,100 pounds, so the truck has to be built to be reliable.

6 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

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The Ford Explorer Sport Trac has a consumer rating of 4.5/5 on Edmunds.com. This pickup isn't a heavy-duty hauler, but it is still built to last. The small cargo box means this pickup and SUV hybrid isn't going to be hauling huge loads of lumber - that might work to its benefit when it comes to long-term reliability.

Even though the truck was discontinued almost a decade ago, you still see these pickups on the road. So, it's likely that people will still be driving around used Sport Trac pickups ten years from now.

5 Chevrolet 3100

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You can still get a vintage Chevrolet 3100 for well under $30,000. That's very impressive considering this truck is well over 60 years old. This is a pickup that was built to last.

Buying one of these antique pickups isn't that hard to do.

You can buy one in near perfect condition, and it's not hard to find one in a barn that can still start with minimal repair. The fact that these trucks aren't rare and still affordable means that Chevy built these trucks to last.