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elkbelch
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Mar 02, 2014

Is there a clear line between 1 Ton and 3/4 Ton?

We have a 2011 Ram 2500 CTD, GVWR is 9600 lbs. Today we went to a CAT Scale and weighed in at: GVW 7740 we are allowed 9600 leaving us 2160 lbs Front axle was 4580 lbs with a limit of 5500 Rear ax...
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mdamerell
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Mar 02, 2014
Short answer is pin weight. A 11,200# trailer will have about 2,240# (20%) pin weight. Rule of thumb is 15-25%. Depends upon the trailer and how its loaded.

That puts you over GVWR. But some will say you're still OK on your rear axle. It's your call.

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