op asks wrote:
Hello all!
Im hoping I didn't make the mistake of purchasing a truck too small.
I purchased new a 2013 Ram 2500 MegaCab Laramie 4x4 6.7 diesel with all the options and looking at ordering a 2015 Montana High Country 293RK.
I really don't want to take the hit and trade in on a 3500 SRW, and then pay sales tax on top of the trade in loss. Would leveling out with air bags be enough? Im not good with all these towing numbers, would love some help. Thanks guys!
Great combo.
Trucks out here in the real world don't carry weight determined by a payload sticker or the mfg GVWR but are limited by axle/tire ratings.
The truck sure won't have any issues pulling a 12k trailer. Nor will it have any issues with carrying that trailers hitch weight.
Don't loose money on moving up to a 3500 SRW. All you get for much more money in your case is a higher rated rear spring pack. The rest of the 2500/3500 SRW trucks pertinent specs are the same.
Your 2500 truck has a 6200 RAWR which will carry all the trailers pin weight. Many 2500 Mega cab trucks rear axle can weigh in the 2900-3000 lb range which leaves the truck with approx 3200-3300 lb for a payload.
