Gone are the days when pickup trucks were used only for cargo and towing purposes. These days, these big, chunky vehicles can become any car buyer's first choice - and we can't certainly blame them.

Pickup trucks aren't only able to fit and transport heavy and bulky items; today, they are also capable of giving as much comfort and dependability as other vehicles while still giving the driver great power and control.

But even with the general assumptions that come with pickup trucks, there are still those that fail to deliver the quality that the brand promised or what people expected. Buyers look for reliable, forceful, and solid trucks that can perform equally as good as they are safe. The good news is that even with the plentiful amount of disappointing units in the market, there are also those that are proven to be tough, dependable, and worth your money, just like these ones.

15 Ford F-Series Super Duty

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The Ford F-Series Super Duty is by far one of the toughest pickups money can buy. With the signature Trail Control and water-fording capability, the F-Series Super Duty is one of the most rugged and dependable pickups ever made. Thanks to the third generation 6.7 liter Power Stroke diesel engine, the Super Duty is able to pump out a whopping 475 hp and 1050 lb-ft of torque. This makes it easy for this truck to pull 37,000 lbs.

14 2018 Honda Ridgeline

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If we're talking about the toughest pickups for the road, we find it hard not to add the 2018 Honda Ridgeline. Thanks to the 280 hp and 262 lb-ft of torque, the Honda Ridgeline is one of the best machines to satisfy your need for a dependable pickup. As a bonus, it has solid mpg on both the highway and in the city, and a fair price for its quality.

13 2020 Ford Ranger

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One of the latest addition to the Ford pickups is an AWD equipped with a roaring 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine. This mid-size pickup can let you roam the roads comfortably while towing a 7500-pound load. While it's not entirely perfect in terms of driving experience, it does come with solid safety features to make up for it.

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12 Nissan Hardbody D21

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Just one look at this machine and you'll immediately know where it got its name from. This compact pickup runs on all four wheels and is powered with a 3.0L V6 engine. Although it's a little aged compare to other pickups in this list, the Hardbody is a reliable car that can go from 0-60 mph in only 2.9 seconds.

11 2018 Toyota Tacoma

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Thanks to the top-level V6 engine, the 2018 Toyota Tacoma is one of the toughest pickups around. It has a rugged off-road capability that makes it an ideal choice for both the city and for the hills. In terms of durability, the 2018 Toyota Tacoma's IIHS rating finished off "Good" on 5 of the 6 crashworthiness tests performed.

10 Nissan Titan S

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With its powerful 5.6L V8 engine, the Nissan Titan S is able to pump out 390 hp. If you're looking for a tough, performance-packed pickup, this full-sized truck is one of the best options. It also managed to achieve "Good" marks on all of IIHS' crashworthiness tests. Although it is technically a bit more expensive, the smooth handling and dependability is just what buyers want.

9 2020 Jeep Gladiator

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Jeep has always had that masculine air to their vehicles. But the 2020 Gladiator is definitely more dependable in performance than it is in attracting women. If a 3.6-liter V6 engine with 285 horsepower and 260 pound foot of torque isn't tough, we don't know what is. Also, did we mention the 2020 Jeep Gladiator can tow up to 7,650 pounds of weight?

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8 Ford F-150

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The Ford F-150 is one of those vehicles that you'd really have high expectations for. The good thing is that it's stuck to the quality people expected it to have which also gave it multiple awards. The F-150 is equipped with a V6 engine that can fire up 260 to 395 horsepower and 265 to 470 pounds per foot of torque - depending on the variant chosen.

7 Chevrolet Silverado

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The Silverado is one of the most dependable pickups of all time. Whether you pick the light (1500) or the heavy-duty (2500 HD) variant, you can be sure you're spending on a predictably dependable vehicle. Each model comes in a few variants so you can choose just how much power you need for your adventure.

6 Ford F-250

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The Ford F-250 is a bigger, more masculine version of the F-150. While the F-150's V6 engine can throw up to 260 horsepower, the one in the F-250 can do 385 with a matching 430 lb-ft torque - allowing it to pull 20,000 pounds of weight. This mean machine is also luxurious inside so comfort is weighed equally with toughness and performance.

5 Toyota Tundra

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Toyota is one of the competitive brands that worked its way to the charts. For this one, they have the Toyota Tundra to be proud of. The 2018 model in particular comes in two powerful variants. One can give as much as 310 hp and 327 lb-ft of torque and another that can work up to 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque. These beasts can carry up to 1,700 lbs. and tow weights up to 10,000 lbs.

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4 GMC Sierra 1500

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For something categorized as a light pickup, the GMC Sierra 1500 packs a punch. It comes in three engine variations - a V6 and 2 V8 engines. The V6 can give up to 285 hp and 305 lb-ft of torque. The V8 engines can give either 355 hp and 383 lb-ft torque, or 420 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque depending on which you have. These bad boys can tug loads that weigh up to 12,500 lbs while still giving you a smooth ride.

3 Chevrolet Colorado WT

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If we're talking about toughness and performance, the Chevy Colorado WT or "Work Truck" is a machine we can't miss. Awarded with Truck of the Year by Motor Trend Magazine, the Colorado WT won the award twice. With its 2.5L V6 engine, the Colorado WT can prep up 200 hp and 191 lb-ft of torque. Add a pinch of smooth handling and good stability, and you get one of the toughest pickups made.

2 RAM 1500

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The RAM 1500 lineup is one of the most dependable pickup trucks out there. From the 2017 RAM 1500 all the way to the latest 2020 model, you can't go wrong with any of these road kings. The 2017 model alone is a total performer with great horsepower. The 2018 update also received multiple awards for its luxuriousness and performance. The latest 2020 model, on the other hand, makes it easy for you to pull 12,750 lbs.

1 Chevrolet C/K

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Any pickup truck fan wouldn't miss the legendary Chevrolet C/K. This hot rod came with an optional V8 engine that could produce up to 375 horsepower. This road performer was produced in the US from 1960 until 2000 and was highly appreciated by the masses. Though it also had other names, anyone who got to drive it would be quick to tell you what exactly made this truck tough.

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