F150 ECO vs F250 for lighter 5th wheel
My GF and I are thinking about getting a larger RV. Just two of us 90% of the time. WE have thought about a small Class A and smaller 5th wheel. Really don't want another engine, drivetrain plus toad ...
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With 5th wheel trailers, about 25% of the trailer's weight is carried by the 5th wheel hitch mounted directly over your rear axle.
So, 25% of 11,000 lbs is 2750 lbs. What is the Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle of the F150 you are interested in?
And remember, that 2750 lbs is on top of the weight the axle is already carrying, it's share of the truck body, the passengers, the 1,000 lbs of luggage you mentioned.
Plus, towing 100% of the maximum weight you can tow is never a good idea, it tends to shorten the life of your tow vehicle. Rule of thumb is to tow 80% of your max weight, at least if you tow a lot.
Using the F150 falls into the "Man, I wouldn't do that if I was you!' category. Too much trailer, not enough truck.
The F250 would be fine.
So, 25% of 11,000 lbs is 2750 lbs. What is the Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle of the F150 you are interested in?
And remember, that 2750 lbs is on top of the weight the axle is already carrying, it's share of the truck body, the passengers, the 1,000 lbs of luggage you mentioned.
Plus, towing 100% of the maximum weight you can tow is never a good idea, it tends to shorten the life of your tow vehicle. Rule of thumb is to tow 80% of your max weight, at least if you tow a lot.
Using the F150 falls into the "Man, I wouldn't do that if I was you!' category. Too much trailer, not enough truck.
The F250 would be fine.
