Is this possible

bhannay wrote:
I am looking to purchase this truck and this 5th wheel. Is it possible to tow this 5th wheel safely with this truck?

RAM 2500
TRADESMAN
6.4-LITER V8 MID DUTY HEMI® MDS
CREW | 6'4" | AUTO | 4X2
AXLE RATIO
4.10
PAYLOAD
3,610lbs
MAX TOWING
15,950lbs


2014 Jayco Pinnacle 36KPTS Specifications
Sleeps 3
Slides 3
Length 39 ft 9 in
Ext Width 8 ft
Ext Height 13 ft 2 in
Int Height 6 ft 9 in
Interior Color Caramel
Hitch Weight 2485 lbs
Gross Weight 15950 lbs
Dry Weight 12770 lbs
Fresh Water Capacity 87 gals
Grey Water Capacity 87 gals
Black Water Capacity 50 gals
Tire Size 16

First of all I consulted my Dodge specs in their Truck catalog and you have all your numbers right (one is ten lbs off) so...

I think you will be just fine. First The Gross loaded weight of your trailer will probably never be reached. I put only about 400-500 lbs of stuff in my trailer for long trips this includes dishes and everything. I weigh it all as it goes in so I am sure of the figure.

You do not need to travel with full tanks, water or propane. Keep them empty or near empty. I usually only keep one propane tank full or with any in it for the reefer while traveling.

By keeping what you put into it at a reasonable level you should have plenty of spare "headroom".

Also your truck is built with a margin, payload and towing that exceeds the stated figures. yes even the J2807.

I would take the naysayers with a grain of salt if I were you.

The best thing to do is TOW it to see.