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RobertRyan
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Dec 19, 2013

Jayco(Australia) building its truly 1/2 ton towable model

This would be an Alternative to some lightweight models on the US/Canadian market. Asian 3 Litre Diesel Pickups have no problems towing it.The 5th Wheeler comes in the small 24ft 3 inch size(7105lb)...
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RobertRyan
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Dec 20, 2013
Francesca Knowles wrote:
Here's hopin' the U.S. market can come up with something similar, half-ton wise!

Problem with US half tons is their very light payload and hitch weight.
The Very Light truck is an IVECO Daily 50C powered by a 3 Litre Diesel, and a 6,500lb payload. The 70C has a 9000lb payload and can tow a 36ft 5ver.
Another earlier Global Ranger with a 27ft unit.


The 28ft 8 inch model with an IVECO Daily 50c

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