5th Wheels and F150's
I have a 2011 ecoboost with the 7700 GVWR with payload of 1825lbs and a rear axle rating of 4050lbs. Max tow package with 3:73 ratio. I'm looking at a 2015 Puma 253 FBS 5th wheel that is 27 feet long ...
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It would be worthwhile to consider a TT instead of a 5th wheel. You can easily stay with the 1/2 ton pickup and you retain full use of the bed.
I see many people with travel trailers in tow who are free to carry ATV's snowmobiles, motorcycles, kayaks, canoes, etc. using the pickup. With a 5th wheel trailer they would have to leave these toys at home.
In the past it was easier to hitch up a 5th wheel but with a rear view camera I can backup my truck so the receiver ball is within 4 inches of the trailer tongue with no outside assistance. My truck has the factory camera that is incorporated in the handle for the tailgate and this location is perfect for looking back and down at the hitch location.
I see many people with travel trailers in tow who are free to carry ATV's snowmobiles, motorcycles, kayaks, canoes, etc. using the pickup. With a 5th wheel trailer they would have to leave these toys at home.
In the past it was easier to hitch up a 5th wheel but with a rear view camera I can backup my truck so the receiver ball is within 4 inches of the trailer tongue with no outside assistance. My truck has the factory camera that is incorporated in the handle for the tailgate and this location is perfect for looking back and down at the hitch location.
