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Explorer

Jul 14, 2016

Fifth wheel towing with F250

I'm thinking of upgrading to a couple's trailer now that the kids have all flown from the nest. Knowing I don't want a large fifth wheel, looking to stay under 35 foot/12,000 lbs. Tow vehicle is 2015 F250 Super Duty. Specs: SRW, 4x4, 3.55 Axle, Crew Cab. Ford rates the truck at 15,900 lbs max trailer for GN or fiver.

Looking at 2017 Open Range LF318RLS. Specs:
UVW 7,895
Hitch Weight: 1,510
GVWR 9,995
Length overall 33' 10"

Assuming just the wife, the dog (26 lb cocker) and I going on trips, would this be a good combo? Is anyone running similar weights and if so, what has your towing experience been?

13 Replies

Sinton4616
Explorer
Jul 14, 2016
rhagfo wrote:
IdaD wrote:
No problem at all with that combo.

X2/Ditto! :B

That 5er could be pulled with a lot of 150/1500's.

You don't state if the F250 is gas or diesel. If gas, the 3.55's could be an issue in the hills.

Sorry I forgot to mention, 6.7L Power Stroke.

Thanks for the confirmation. I really don't want to tow a 36 foot TT anymore. Figure might as well get something we'd like and use. With occasional room for the grand babies once in a while.
rhagfo
Explorer III
Jul 14, 2016
IdaD wrote:
No problem at all with that combo.

X2/Ditto! :B

That 5er could be pulled with a lot of 150/1500's.

You don't state if the F250 is gas or diesel. If gas, the 3.55's could be an issue in the hills.
IdaD
Explorer
Jul 14, 2016
No problem at all with that combo.