New Trailer and Truck
I currently pull a TT (<10k) with a 08 Ford Superduty (SRW). We are looking at switching to a new trailer (5ver) and likely a new truck. We are considering a Grand Design (Solitude 344gk). It maxes...
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ggates wrote:
I guess the question was as much about hitch weight as capacity (since I would be new to 5ver).
Math follows:
If I assume 10-15% tongue weight of 16K = 1600-2400 lbs. With fuel (1000 lb), plus hitch and DW (500 lb), that would put me just under 4000 lbs (payload of a SRW - 4078 lbs).
But I have seen people indicate 20-25% tongue weight (3200-4000). That again puts me at 4000+1000+500 = 5500. About the payload of a DRW (5607 lbs).
So depending on what the actual hitch weight is, I could be up against the weight limit for either SRW or DRW.
Bigger is "always" better. I just was wondering if anyone made a SRW work.
Let me start over, welcome to the forum! :)
Yes, a normal FW pin wt will be 20 percent or more. By adding the heavy loads you mentioned, a DRW would be the tool for the job. A SRW may work for you, without the extra tank, but a full load for sure.
You see a lot of overloaded mismatches on the road, so they are doing it.
You will enjoy the FW experience. Stay under the RAWR/tire rating, and a FW will handle well, even while a little over payload.
Jerry
