How much truck do I need for a 23K 5th wheel?
I currently have a Cedar Creek 36CKTS which when loaded with a couple of weeks worth of stuff weighs about 15K- 3k is on the hitch and 12k on the axles according to the scale. I'm pulling it with a F3...
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SoCalDesertRider wrote:
It can be done with a very late model diesel 1-ton dually with low axle ratio.
I would rather do it with something bigger, a small Freightliner (M2, FL60) or International (4000 series). The bigger trucks are built to haul and pull those heavy weights under continuous duty and do it problem free for years and years. The pickups are not rated for that. They have the power all cranked up and are taxing everything to max to get those big numbers in their ratings.
Yeah, you're right. These things are real hand grenades. That's why the manufacturer won't even warrant them. Oh, wait. They do. For 5 years and 100,000 miles (powertrain warranty) with more available if you want to buy an extended warranty.
The 385/900 Cummins in our truck lives in the 1700 to 2300 RPM range even on steep grades. It doesn't have to wind to redline to pull grades. It uses its midrange torque.
Rusty
