As I am looking for a 2500 new, I found that the payload of both Chevys and Rams is lower when they have a diesel engine than gas engine. Why is this? How does that affect the available payload for a 5er hitch?In the Chevy for diesel payload is 3037# and for gas is 3347#, according to chevy.com.Something similar happens with the Rams, look at this linkhttp://www.ramtrucks.com/assets/towing_guide/pdf/2014_RAM.2500.Towing.Specs.pdf

Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.

rhagfo wrote:Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.Chevy diesel is roughly $800 more on a 2013 model

I bought a 2013 GMC 2500 4x4 Extended cab with the 6.0Brochure says max payload 3189 lbs. Took it to the scales with a full tank of gas with me out of the truck and I had 2760lb for payload. I put on a set of GMC Aluminum running boards and had the bed sprayed. So maybe there's a 100lbs lost.

MrOldman wrote:I bought a 2013 GMC 2500 4x4 Extended cab with the 6.0Brochure says max payload 3189 lbs. Took it to the scales with a full tank of gas with me out of the truck and I had 2760lb for payload. I put on a set of GMC Aluminum running boards and had the bed sprayed. So maybe there's a 100lbs lost.You have the picture, brochure payload is Max for a stripper model.When you start adding options the Payload and max trailer weight start going down.

rhagfo wrote:Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.X2 I think rhagfo intended to say 3500 SRW for about $300 to $500 more.

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hmar1
Explorer
Apr 03, 2014
I pull a 2014 Montana 3900FB with a 2014 Ram 3500 dully and you can't even tell you are pulling it, the diesel makes all the difference
jesse_m_jm
Explorer
Apr 03, 2014
While a Diesel can pull more, usually it is the axle, tire, and wheel ratings that restrict max payload. Thats why the power addition of the diesel does not offset it's weight when it comes to tow ratings, it has little to do with the engine at that point.
Shepherd
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
That's why I went with a dually.:C
MFL
Nomad II
Apr 01, 2014
I always go by, if you truly need the diesel to pull it, then you need the 3500 to carry the weight.

Jerry
nomad297
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
MrOldman wrote:
I bought a 2013 GMC 2500 4x4 Extended cab with the 6.0
Brochure says max payload 3189 lbs. Took it to the scales with a full tank of gas with me out of the truck and I had 2760lb for payload. I put on a set of GMC Aluminum running boards and had the bed sprayed. So maybe there's a 100lbs lost.

How close is the payload in relation to the sticker inside the driver's side door? This would be interesting to know.

Bruce
B_Sjulestad
Explorer II
Apr 01, 2014
rhagfo wrote:
Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.

Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.

X2 I think rhagfo intended to say 3500 SRW for about $300 to $500 more.
rhagfo
Explorer III
Apr 01, 2014
MrOldman wrote:
I bought a 2013 GMC 2500 4x4 Extended cab with the 6.0
Brochure says max payload 3189 lbs. Took it to the scales with a full tank of gas with me out of the truck and I had 2760lb for payload. I put on a set of GMC Aluminum running boards and had the bed sprayed. So maybe there's a 100lbs lost.

You have the picture, brochure payload is Max for a stripper model.When you start adding options the Payload and max trailer weight start going down.
MrOldman
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
I bought a 2013 GMC 2500 4x4 Extended cab with the 6.0
Brochure says max payload 3189 lbs. Took it to the scales with a full tank of gas with me out of the truck and I had 2760lb for payload. I put on a set of GMC Aluminum running boards and had the bed sprayed. So maybe there's a 100lbs lost.
MrOldman
Explorer
Apr 01, 2014
rhagfo wrote:
Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.

Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.

Chevy diesel is roughly $800 more on a 2013 model
rhagfo
Explorer III
Apr 01, 2014
Well diesel engines weigh more, but will pull more. The same is true for 3500's a gaser will have more payload, but the diesel will have a greater GCVWR.

Simple solution is to go SRW diesel. Usually about $300 to $500 more, but you gain payload if you need it.

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