tundra 1/2 ton

pops8gok wrote:
Would like info on 1/2 ton tundra 4x4 pulling 32' 9050gvw 5th wheeler

Don't even think about it!
With typical Tundra payload ratings you will probably have well under 1000# left for pin weight and hitch once you have loaded the truck ready for travel.
You could easily be north of 1000# overloaded.:E
That typically translates to a 5000# (or less) GVWR fiver.
Stick with a TT. Your Tundra can PULL a lot more than it can CARRY.

Max Payload for the Tundra is pretty low, around 1500#. You are way overloaded with that pin weight. I had a 2007 Tundra Crewmax and pulled a 6500# unloaded weight travel trailer, it was anemic at best. The gas tank is small and you have to stop frequently for gas.. I now have a Ford F-250 PS diesel with the same trailer and could not be happier. Pulls like a dream. Get a 3/4 ton diesel and save yourself some headache.

scbwr wrote:
Even if you are within the payload limits, the Tundra will be straining in any kind of mountains. IMHO, the Tundra is good for up to 7,500 lbs. at the most if you don't want to overwork the truck. If you want a fifth wheel, get a 3/4 or 1 ton truck. I love my Tundra, but it's not designed for pulling fifth wheels unless you are talking very small and lightweight ones.

x2 Love our Tundra, no problems towing hills or cross country with our TT but would not tow a fifth wheel. Get a bigger truck, more payload.

Even if you are within the payload limits, the Tundra will be straining in any kind of mountains. IMHO, the Tundra is good for up to 7,500 lbs. at the most if you don't want to overwork the truck. If you want a fifth wheel, get a 3/4 or 1 ton truck. I love my Tundra, but it's not designed for pulling fifth wheels unless you are talking very small and lightweight ones.

A 9050 5th wheel trailer may have a 20 percent pin weight at 1810 lbs. Now add a 200 lb hitch = 2010 lbs Now add 250 lbs for stuff in the truck = 2260 lbs.

A 1/2 ton truck may weigh 2500-2600 on the rear axles. Now add 2260 lbs = 4860 lbs ....approx weights.

The truck is severally over loaded on the trucks rear P tires/1/2 ton wheels and suspension.

I have owned a tundra for the last five years and I can tell you that the truck definitely has power. Unfortunately, I'm trading mine because it doesn't have enough payload capacity for my new fifthwheel. that will be the downfall. Check the trailers pin weight and see if it is within your trucks payload capacity.