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ProbablyOverloa
Explorer
Mar 19, 2020

What size of fifth wheel to accomidate my 3/4 truck...

So I've been doing alot of research lately in regards to ratings of fifth wheels to accomidate my 3/4 ram. I'm pretty sure this unit would be inside the specs. I'm only going to relocate from site to site and never travel with loaded tanks or much gear. Its just me and primarily a place to stay for work.

Details:
2019 ram 2500 crew cab 4 x 4 diesel
Gvwr: 10000 lb
Gcwr: 27000 lb
Base weight: 7515 lb

Gawr front 6000 lb
Gawr rear 6040 lb

Rear axle weight is currently 3085 lb wet



The 5th wheel I'm looking at:
2019 Keystone RV Laredo 340FL
13000 lb gvwr
2220 lb pin weight



I was originally looking at larger models but with my limited payload of the diesel I had to re-evaulate, this was the smallest front living room option I found which is what I want.

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  • keymastr's avatar
    keymastr
    Explorer
    Mar 19, 2020
    You will be close if you load to it's gross weight but if lightly loaded should be fine. I am in a similar position in terms of weights and ratings and will be getting a new truck next year. This one will be legal but a little more cushion where I don't have to sweat how I load will be better. Good luck!
  • MFL's avatar
    MFL
    Nomad II
    Mar 19, 2020
    With a FW, staying within axle rating/tire rating is most important. Your truck will work with that FW. Worst case, you may need to add a little support to rear suspension, to level the truck. Don't use the 10K GVWR, and low payload door sticker, as the determining capability of your truck. Those numbers are just due to the truck being in the class 2 rating for registration.

    Jerry
  • bid_time's avatar
    bid_time
    Nomad III
    Mar 19, 2020
    What does the sticker on the door of your truck say. It should something to the effect of "maximum weight of cargo and passengers should not exceed _______ lbs".
    The pin weight once the trailer is fully loaded (not the weight on the dealers lot) is part of the cargo. Pretty self explanatory.
  • C_Schomer's avatar
    C_Schomer
    Explorer
    Mar 19, 2020
    I haven't had a 3/4t since my 97 and towing cap was only 10500. I moved 12k 5er for friends but I wouldn't have wanted to do that very often. I know the newer one are rated a lot higher. Without knowing more, I'm guessing you'll be OK. Pin weight looks good but I have no idea about your towing cap. You'll still probably be OK beings you won't be loading heavy or towing a lot. See what others say... Craig

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