Ram 2500HD
We have a 2016 Ram 2500HD with the 6.7CTD. Specs say it will tow 17,200lbs. Looking at Forest River Surveyor 299RLOK. It will be our first 5th wheel, not our first RV, (previous 26ft bunkhouse and 34...
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IdaD wrote:
Literally the only difference between a the current crop of 2500 and SRW 3500 is the rear suspension (if that). Timbrens or airbags nullify that and then they're both capable of the same thing - same chassis, axles, brakes, drive train, tires and etc. The capability difference kicks in when you hit DRW. I'd say just my opinion, but it's not an opinion.
All of that having been said, if you want to pull 17,000 lbs, in my opinion you need a DRW truck.
Different rear axle weight rating and bigger spring pack on the 3500 SRW truck versus 2500. gearing is the same,
