Fifth wheel towing
I have a F-150 XLT, 3.5 twin turbo. Would i be able to tow a 8000# fifth wheel, if I added E load range tires and air bags?
Forum Discussion
We need the payload of the truck and to know if 8000lb is the GVWR or the empty weight.
A high payload 1/2 ton with an 8000lb GVWR, probably OK if you don't carry too much stuff in the truck. Pin weight will be around 1600-2000lb plus another 100 for the hitch, then add the weight of passengers...probably won't leave you much to carry fire wood and other gear in the truck bed.
A low payload 1/2 ton with a 8000lb empty weight, not a chance.
A high payload 1/2 ton with an 8000lb GVWR, probably OK if you don't carry too much stuff in the truck. Pin weight will be around 1600-2000lb plus another 100 for the hitch, then add the weight of passengers...probably won't leave you much to carry fire wood and other gear in the truck bed.
A low payload 1/2 ton with a 8000lb empty weight, not a chance.
