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hbarker
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May 05, 2019

Kawasaki Mule in truck bed, RV trailer towing

Hey fellas., I have a load question for ya'll .

I drive a 2007 2500 GMC Duramax ext cab short bed.
This truck is also my work truck and I regularly have the following load on this truck .
Chemical tank 150 glfull= 1312 lbs liquid.
Loaded side tool boxes = 225 lbs
Spray rig frame & motor= 350 lbs
total regular daily load 1887 lbs
The truck has good shocks and firestone air bag load assist .
Handles and drives very well with this load on a daily basis.

We remove the spray equipment and tow our 32 ft RV trailer with this truck twice a year to Colorado. its total weight is @ 10000.
And are wanting to get a small kawasaki Mule to bring with us.
By removing tail gate I think it will just fit in bed. Sticking out somewhat but should fit. Less tail gate ?? 80 lbs ??
The Mules curb weight is 1057 lbs.
And best I can figure the trailer toung weigh is @ 800 lbs.
totaling 1857 lbs.. Witch is 30 lbs less than this trucks every day load. Does this sound doable?? And or safe?
  • I do have air bags, And 10 ply bfgoodrich load E tires . if that makes any difference . my trailer claims 9200 dry. so its at least 10k + Loaded.
    And do have a load leveling hitch on it.
  • A 10k LB trailer will have a 1000-1500 LB tongue weight.

    The Mule is probably 8’+ in length - You will likely have to ramp it over the cab to clear the rear.

    The rear axle will take the weight, but you may find the rear tires, rims and suspension need upgrades to be handle the weight safely.

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