5th Wheel Newbie
We are purchasing a 2014 Alpine and have checked all the weight specifications for my 2013 Chevy HD250 Diesel crew cab. Checked the unloaded weight of the 5th wheel, 12400 unloaded, carrying capacity ...
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OP you fell into the MFG. Magical Tow Rating marketing gambit....
Everyone looks at the mfg. tow guide...checks the 'tow rating number' but don't dig in a little deeper and find/read the FINE print.
Maximum trailer weights in pounds for properly equipped vehicles with no cargo
May vary depending on model, trim and/or powertrain.
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10-15 (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15-25% (fifth-wheel trailer), and driver only (150 pounds).
Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight.
Everyone looks at the mfg. tow guide...checks the 'tow rating number' but don't dig in a little deeper and find/read the FINE print.
Maximum trailer weights in pounds for properly equipped vehicles with no cargo
May vary depending on model, trim and/or powertrain.
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight assumes a towing vehicle with any mandatory options, no cargo, tongue load of 10-15 (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15-25% (fifth-wheel trailer), and driver only (150 pounds).
Weight of additional options, passengers, cargo and hitch must be deducted from this weight.
