5th Wheel Length/Towing
My wife and I plan to purchase a new 5th wheel for the first time this summer. When towing a 5th wheel, how does the length affect the towing? For example is there much difference between a 35 ft an...
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usaclark wrote:
Thanks everyone for your comments. We want a 4 season 5th wheel and many of them appear to be 38 ft or longer. Right now after looking at 5th wheels at a number of RV shows, we are leaning toward a Montana because of a floor plan my wife likes but it is 39 ft long. Oh, I am also 6'5" tall. I am presently pulling a 20ft travel trailer. I would be open to suggestions for shorter 4 season 5th wheel Manufacturers.
I sure appreciate everyone taking the time to share with me.
Don't forget that your "tow" length is several feet shorter than the overall length, due to the hitch position. Many new FW owners forget this and get intimidated by the sheer size. Not that this helps much in older parks, but it =is= something to remember. :-) I have no direct experience, but have Artic Fox on my short list for when I get a truck that will handle one. :-)
Lyle
