Need 5th wheel advice and input
We have had a couple TT's and now we are in our second Class A but are looking at a couple Jayco 5th wheels to size down into. The two models we are looking at are: 2018 JAYCO EAGLE HT 28.5RSTS ...
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Pick the one that has the layout you prefer (assuming similar price and condition).
I wouldn't count on a 3/4ton being good...probably but check the actual ratings. 1/2 ton trucks can often pull 10000lbs but usually (not always) can't support the pin weight of a 5th wheel. The diference is a bumper pull is usually 10-12% of the trailer weight on the ball. With a 5er, the pin weight is typically 20-25%... so while the engine can drag it, the suspension can't hold it (this assumes you want to stay within manufacturer ratings).
I wouldn't count on a 3/4ton being good...probably but check the actual ratings. 1/2 ton trucks can often pull 10000lbs but usually (not always) can't support the pin weight of a 5th wheel. The diference is a bumper pull is usually 10-12% of the trailer weight on the ball. With a 5er, the pin weight is typically 20-25%... so while the engine can drag it, the suspension can't hold it (this assumes you want to stay within manufacturer ratings).
